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Understanding coronaviruses

Understanding coronaviruses

This online course aims to educate on the background of SARS-CoV-2, how it spreads and the steps which can be taken to protect healthcare staff and patients.

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Course overview

The global understanding of the coronavirus pandemic is growing rapidly and this course provides an overview of some of the latest data and research on COVID-19.
The course topics provide a wider view of coronaviruses and progress to a collection of evidence-based practical steps to help protect staff and patients in the healthcare setting. 

This course can be accessed at work or at home on a variety of smart devices.

Information correct at time of publishing 15th May 2020 (E&OE).

45 minutes of verifiable CPD


Professional Accreditation


  • Learning outcomes

    On completion of this course trainees will:

    1. Gain a helpful understanding of the family of viruses called coronaviruses
    2. Acquire the latest knowledge about COVID-19 symptoms and transmission risks and routes. 
    3. Be able to implement evidence-based steps to help protect healthcare staff and patients.

  • Course content

    Add members of your team to your course to track their progress. This course contains topics that cover:

    • Overview of coronaviruses

    • COVID-19

    • Protecting staff and patients

    The course is accompanied by a multiple choice test to assess the trainee’s understanding of the content. When the module test is completed the trainee will have access to a personalised certificate.


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