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Course

Become a COVID-19 Contact Tracer

Self-paced
2 credits

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Description

This training module equips individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to become effective COVID-19 contact tracers. Participants will learn best practices for identifying, notifying, and guiding close contacts of infected individuals, as well as the importance of confidentiality and clear communication.

Target Audience

Individuals interested in public health roles, especially those tasked with mitigating the spread of COVID-19 through contact tracing efforts.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you will be able to:

  1. Understand the primary role and goals of a COVID-19 contact tracer.
  2. Develop strong communication and active listening skills essential for contact tracing.
  3. Emphasize confidentiality and provide clear next steps to individuals exposed to COVID-19.
  4. Identify the importance of educating exposed individuals to interrupt chains of transmission.
  5. Recognize and adhere to the ethical and legal guidelines of contact tracing.

 

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