Undergraduate Certificate in Healthcare Safety and Accountability
-- viewing nowThe Undergraduate Certificate in Healthcare Safety and Accountability is a vital course for individuals seeking to make a difference in the healthcare industry. This program focuses on creating a safe and accountable healthcare environment, addressing critical issues such as patient safety, risk management, and legal and ethical considerations.
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• Healthcare Safety Fundamentals: An overview of the key principles and best practices in healthcare safety, including patient safety goals, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement.
• Risk Management in Healthcare: Identification, assessment, and prioritization of risks in healthcare settings. This unit will cover risk assessment tools, risk mitigation strategies, and risk communication.
• Infection Control: Principles and practices for preventing and controlling infections in healthcare settings. This unit will cover standard precautions, transmission-based precautions, and environmental cleaning and disinfection.
• Patient Rights and Advocacy: Understanding patients' rights and responsibilities, including informed consent, privacy, and confidentiality. This unit will also cover patient advocacy and communication skills.
• Healthcare Compliance and Ethics: Overview of laws, regulations, and ethical standards that govern healthcare organizations and professionals. This unit will cover compliance programs, fraud and abuse laws, and whistleblower protections.
• Quality Improvement in Healthcare: Methods and tools for measuring, analyzing, and improving the quality of healthcare services. This unit will cover Lean Six Sigma, Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycles, and patient experience surveys.
• Health Information Management: Management and protection of health information, including electronic health records (EHRs), data analytics, and health information exchange. This unit will cover HIPAA privacy and security rules, data accuracy and completeness, and health information exchange standards.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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