An influenza pandemic occurs when a new influenza virus, like the H1N1 virus, emerges and starts spreading as easily as normal influenza. Pandemics can result in millions of deaths and major disruptions of society, but their effects can be mitigated. That is why this nation, as well as the rest of the world, is undertaking preparations to quickly identify an emerging pandemic and then delay its spread while countermeasures can be developed.

This online Pandemic Influenza course covers the following topics:

• Elements and Consequences
• Organizations Preparing for Pandemics
• Reducing or Slowing Down Pandemics

By the end of this course, and understanding will be gained of:

• Key features of monitoring and describing pandemics
• Elements of a pandemic and the difference between a pandemic and an epidemic
• The guiding principles of the National Strategy for Pandemic Influenza
• Ways that businesses and individuals can reduce or slow the spread of influenza

Approximately 30 minutes

Testing conducted throughout this online course is designed to reinforce the information presented. A mark of 80% must be achieved in order to pass this course. The course is able to be taken three times in efforts to achieve the pass mark. Printable resources are available in the form of a comprehensive student manual. The manual is a valuable resource for future use and knowledge retention.

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing.