COVID-19 Prevention for Health & Wellness Professionals
COVID-19 prevention standards for health & wellness professionals. This course is designed for fitness trainers, coaches, personal support workers, and those who work closely with patients.
Course Description
COVID-19 is a highly transmissible novel coronavirus which has caused a global pandemic, resulting in a shift in how we conduct our everyday and professional lives. This course will provide basic level education on the virus and it’s known interactions with humans, as well as what you can do as a health and wellness professional to stay healthy and prevent the spread of the virus.
Topics
Basic Virus Education
Symptoms & Transmissions
Prevention Measures
Workplace Considerations
Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to
Describe what COVID-19 is and the related health concerns, including symptoms and methods of transmission
Outline COVID-19 workplace preparedness considerations
Underatand the proper utilization of PPE
Recommended for
Fitness trainers, coaches, personal support workers, or work closely with patients but do not belong to a college.
Please refer to the Regulated Healthcare Providers Course if you are a medical practitioner, doctor, nurse, chiropractor, massage therapist, psychologist, or who work closely with patients and are affiliated with a college.
Time
Average time to complete this course is approximately 45 minutes.
Prerequisite
None
Delivery
This course is an on-line e-learning course, all that is required is a computer with access to the Internet. This e-learning course is designed to help you learn at your own pace and in your own environment at your own convenience and safety.
Disclaimer
This course is not endorsed by any outside organization or governing body and was created for educational purposes. Follow all rules and guidance from municipal, provincial/state, federal government bodies, and local public health offices. The issued certificate indicates you have successfully completed the course.
What is COVID-19?
How Do Coronaviruses Impact the Human Body?
Symptoms of COVID-19
Who is at Risk?
People at Increased Risk
Transmission of COVID-19
Close Contact
Respiratory Droplets
Surfaces
Prevention
Screening
Hand Hygiene
Social/Physical Distancing
Facility Setup
Home Care
Masks
Eye Protection
Gloves
PPE Protocols
Positive Patients
Practical Considerations to Mitigate Risks
Feeling Safe at Work
Sources & Resources
Course Completion Exam