À propos du cours

Ce module fait partie du programme de soins ambulatoires organisé en 9 modules.

Ce module est le premier d'une série qui vous présentera les concepts importants à appliquer lors d'une consultation de soins de santé primaires. Dans cette première partie de l'introduction, nous ferons un petit rappel sur l'anatomie, la physiologie et l'évaluation du patient. Se souvenir de la structure et du fonctionnement du corps est très important pour le processus de raisonnement clinique.

Vous travaillerez comme un « détective » interprétant tous les « indices » et trouvant un diagnostic pour le patient !

Voici les résultats d'apprentissage de ce module Intro A :

• Rappel des connaissances de base de l'anatomie et de la physiologie des principaux systèmes humains.
• Rassembler les différentes étapes de la collecte d'informations.
• Utiliser un processus logique pour décomposer les informations et les analyser afin de parvenir au diagnostic. 

Contenu

Ce module est organisé en trois unités suivies d'une activité d'évaluation. Les unités sont composées de différentes activités participatives (quiz, questions de correspondance, questions ouvertes et autres). Elles sont divisées comme suit :

• Unité 1 : Anatomie et physiologie
• Unité 2 : Évaluation du patient
• Unité 3 : Raisonnement clinique
• L'évaluation

Inscription

Ce module fait partie du programme de soins ambulatoires. Pour vous inscrire, veuillez cliquer ici : Curso: Access to Outpatient Care Programme_FR_DEV (msf.org)

À propos du cours

Ce module fait partie du programme de soins ambulatoires organisé en 9 modules. 

Bienvenue dans la troisième et dernière partie du module 1. 

Cette troisième partie vous rappellera l'importance et les raisons de la prévention et du contrôle des infections lors d'une consultation de soins de santé primaires. 

Voici les résultats d'apprentissage de ce module PCI :  

• Établir un lien entre les micro-organismes et leur transmission de maladies humaines. 
• Apprendre le concept de la résistance aux antimicrobiens. 
• Apprendre le concept de la prévention et le contrôle des infections. 
• Identifier les différentes étapes de la chaîne de transmission. 
• Rappeler la liste des précautions standard.  

Contenu

Ce module est organisé en une unité suivie d'une activité d'évaluation. L'unité est composée de différentes activités participatives (quiz, questions d'appariement, questions ouvertes et autres). Elles sont divisées comme suit : 

• Unité 1 : Anatomie et physiologie 
• Évaluation 

Inscription

Ce module fait partie du programme de soins ambulatoires. Pour vous inscrire, veuillez cliquer ici :  https://tembo-sandbox2.enovation.ie/course/view.php?id=5494

À propos du cours

Ce module fait partie du programme de soins ambulatoires organisé en 9 modules.
Les maladies diarrhéiques sont une cause majeure de morbidité et de mortalité chez les enfants et une cause importante de la malnutrition.
Dans ce module, vous performerez des activités d'évaluation d’un patient présentant des diarrhées et/ou des vomissements et déciderez du plan de prise en charge le plus approprié.

L'accent sera mis sur les enfants de moins de 5 ans, car ils ont une morbidité et une mortalité plus élevées, mais nous inclurons également certaines caractéristiques et une prise en charge spéciale pour les patients adultes, car souvent ils présentent également ce syndrome.
Les activités seront basées sur la résolution de problèmes et vous guideront à développer vos propres connaissances et compétences afin de pouvoir formuler vos propres hypothèses et décisions concernant le diagnostic et le traitement.

Contenu

Les unités de formation sont composées de différentes activités participatives. Elles sont divisées comme suit :

• Unité 1: Construire un panorama
• Unité 2: Évaluation du patient
• Unité 3: Prendre des décisions cliniques
• Unité 4: Élaborer un plan centré sur le patient
• Simulation
• Évaluation

Inscription

Ce module fait partie du programme de soins ambulatoires, pour vous inscrire, veuillez aller ici : Curso: Access to Outpatient Care Programme_FR_DEV (msf.org)

Contenu

Inscription

Ce module fait partie du programme de soins ambulatoires. Pour vous inscrire, veuillez cliquer ici : Curso: Access to Outpatient Care Programme_FR_DEV (msf.org)

À propos du cours 

Contenu

Inscription 

Ce module fait partie du programme de soins ambulatoires. Pour vous inscrire, veuillez aller ici : Course: Access to Outpatient Care Programme_FR_DEV (msf.org)

À propos du cours

Ce module fait partie du programme de soins ambulatoires, composé de 9 modules. 

La peau d'un patient est la partie du corps la plus visible et celle avec laquelle un professionnel de la santé vient en contact en premier lors d'un examen. 

Elle est également très visible pour le patient et tout problème affectant la peau est perceptible et aura un impact sur le bien-être personnel et social.

La peau est donc un point d'entrée important pour le diagnostic et le traitement. Les maladies de la peau, en particulier les maladies infectieuses de la peau, sont courantes, mais peuvent ne pas être la plainte ou la raison principale pour laquelle on cherche à obtenir des soins de santé, bien qu'elles soient souvent présentes en même temps que d'autres problèmes. Comme elles ne sont généralement pas mortelles, l'attention est souvent plutôt portée vers d'autres problèmes. 

Il est important d’évaluer l'état général de la peau de chaque patient et de fournir des soins opportuns et appropriés pour s'assurer qu’ils soient exhaustifs. Nous devrions également ne jamais oublier qu'une forte prévalence de maladies infectieuses de la peau peut refléter un problème d'approvisionnement en eau propre et un manque d'accès à l'assainissement dans une communauté. 

Il n'est pas toujours facile de diagnostiquer et de traiter avec succès les maladies de la peau. Dans ce module, nous passerons en revue les caractéristiques clés pour faciliter le diagnostic des affections cutanées et de leurs complications.  

Contenu 

Inscription 

Ce module fait partie du programme de soins ambulatoires. Pour vous inscrire, veuillez aller ici: Cours : Access to Outpatient Care Programme_FR_DEV

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About the Course

Hypothermia (low body temperature) is a common problem in newborns and is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Key management includes simple, safe and evidence-based practices such as skin-to-skin care (SSC) (or Kangaroo mother care). In this module we discuss the basic physiology of newborn temperature regulation, and the assessment, management and prevention of hypothermia in neonates.

Learning Objectives

Once you have completed this module, you should be able to:

• Define hypothermia and discuss the process of thermoregulation in newborns,
• Perform an assessment of a newborn with low temperature, noting the signs, consequences and possible cause of hypothermia,
• Explain the management and prevention of newborn hypothermia,
• Discuss the benefits and barriers to providing skin-to-skin care (SSC),
• Identify and monitor infants appropriate for continuous skin-to skin care (SSC).

List of Contents

Theory:

• Hypothermia definition, signs and management
• Neonatal thermoregulation
• The Energy Triangle
• Prevention: "The warm chain"
• Prevention of hypothermia in newborn care units
• Skin-to-skin care (SSC) (or kangaroo mother care)

Application / 3 case studies

Summary / Learning points /Job aid

ESTIMATED TIME TO COMPLETE THE COURSE

60 minutes

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

This module is intended for nurses, midwives, clinical officers and medical doctors caring for newborns in MSF projects.

HOW TO ENROL

To access this eLearning module, you need to first enrol in the Newborn Care Learning Hub. The information on how to attend the module is available there.

CERTIFICATION

After completing the module and answering the final quiz with at least 80% correct responses learners are entitled a Tembo completion badge and a certificate.

TRAINING APPROACH

We recommend printing out the job aid and using the neonatal guideline during the module.

RELEASE DATE :   December 14, 2021

About the Course

Respiratory distress, or breathing difficulty, is one of the most common reason for neonatal admission. In this module you will learn how to assess, diagnose, and manage four main breathing difficulties in newborns.

Learning Objectives

Once you have completed this module, you should be able to: 

• Perform an initial assessment of a newborn with Respiratory Distress (RD), 
• Recognize the clinical characteristic of the 4 main respiratory pathologies of the newborn,
• Decide the initial specific management for each pathology.

List of Contents

Theory:

• Hyaline membrane disease
• Neonatal Pneumonia
• Transient Tachypnea
• Meconium aspiration syndrome
• Oxygeno- therapy

Application / 4 case studies

Summary / Learning points /learning aid

ESTIMATED TIME TO COMPLETE THE COURSE

60 minutes

HOW TO ENROL

To access this eLearning module, you need first to enrol in the Newborn Care Learning Hub (if it is not yet the case). The information on how to attend the module is available there.

CERTIFICATION

After completing the module and answering the final quiz with 80% of correct answers learners are entitled a Tembo completion badge and a certificate.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

The module is intended for nurses, midwifes, clinical officers and medical doctors working in MSF and caring for newborn.

TRAINING APPROACH

We recommend printing out the learning aid and use the neonatal guideline during the module.

RELEASE DATE :   September 10, 2021

About the Course

In the scope of measles outbreaks, OCBA created a tool to assist the teams (project, mission, HQ) with the reporting and decision-making processes during the outbreak intervention. The tool provides the core indicators needed to monitor the evolution of the outbreak and the management of the patients and to make critical decisions about the eventual need for mass vaccination campaigns. It also facilitates the reporting process to third parties (internal or external).

Do you want to start using this tool? These resources will help you to take your first steps with the Measles Data Collection Tool.

TARGET

The targeted profiles for these resources are: 

-Medical profiles: PMR, NAM, MAM, MedCo, TESACO.

-Operational profiles: FieldCo.

Learning Objectives

When you finalize this course, you will be able to:

·Configure the tool for your outbreak and enter patients’ data

·Create a register to be printed for the health structures

·Anonymize and/or export your data

·Visualize your data with Google Earth Pro

·Use all the different automatic data analysis outputs of the tool

List of Contents

1. General presentation of the Measles Data Collection Tool

2. Key features of the Measles Data Collection Tool

3. Data analysis with the Measles Data Collection Tool

4. Step-wise user guide

About the Course

A proper Pharmacy and Medical Stock Management (PSMS) allows MSF to run the medical activities efficiently and effectively. This series of 5 modules and orientation video will allow the participant to learn and apply the 5 key components of the Medicines Management Cycle to actual situations in the field: Selection, Forecasting & Medical Orders, Procurement, Warehousing & Distribution, Monitoring Medicines Use.

Target Audience

Medical coordinators, project medical referents, pharmacists and supply managers, dispensers, logistic managers, Unit supervisors

List of Contents

• Intro video: General presentation: the medicines management cycle
• Module 1: Selection
• Module 2: Forecasting & Medical Order
• Module 3: Procurement
• Module 4: Warehousing & Distribution
• Module 5: Monitoring Medicines Use

Certification

A badge and certificate are available on completion.

About the Course

This is a Self paced e-learning on Hand hygiene skills for all staff (medical and non medical) who work in or visit MSF Country Programmes.

Enrolment

This course is open for all MSF staff. Click on Enrol to start the course.

Certification

Upon completion of the course, a badge is obtained that recognises the correct completion.

Training Approach

Self Paced e-Learning containing videos 

Target Audience

All staff working or visiting MSF Country Programmes. 

Duration

30 minutes

Learning Objectives

By the end of these course you should feel able to 

1. Identify the correct moments for Hand Hygiene   
2. Recognise common myths and misinformation about Hand Hygiene and act to prevent them 
3. Describe three exceptions when Alcohol Handrub is not recommended  
4. Value why hand hygiene is a critical component of preventing the spread of germs and infection 

List of Contents

• Foundation module PLUS 

EITHER 

• (2) Hand Hygiene for staff doing clinical procedures 

OR 

• (3) Hand Hygiene for non-clinical staff

About the Course

Course summary

The course presents a perspective on professional fleet management and how well managed vehicle fleets can support help reducing costs and increase effectiveness and safety. The e-learning modules are specifically designed for staff members who have a responsibility for the vehicle fleet such as Logistics staff overseeing fleet operations or Fleet Managers.

Training approach 

e-Learning modules

Assessment 

Completion of all modules

Who is this course for?

Logistics manager

Fleet manager

Workshop manager

The course will provide a badge once successfully completed

Learning Objectives

The course presents a perspective on professional fleet management and how well managed vehicle fleets can support help reducing costs and increase effectiveness and safety.

List of Contents

·       Module 1: Introduction to Fleet Management

·       Module 2: Setting Fleet Standards

·       Module 3: Fleet Planning

·       Module 4: Data Analysis

·       Module 5: Specialist Vehicles

·       Module 6: Journey Management

·       Module 7: Driver Management

·       Module 8: Fleet Safety

·       Module 9: Vehicle Management for Managers

·       Module 10: Fuel Management and Monitoring

·       Module 11: Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

·       Module 12: Fleet Management in Emergencies

About the Course

This course is intended as an introductory guide to the Basics of Logistics for all MSF logistics staff. In this one you will find the basic information of all the logistic families in a short format, called microlearning, in which, in a maximum of 5-8 minutes, you will be able to describe the basics of a technical family.

The main objective of this collection is to increase the logistic knowledge of the technical families for logs in the field, both National and International Staff.

Who is this course for? Logistics staff. First missions.

The content is based on the intersectional document adopted by all OCs "Basics of Logistics".

Learning Objectives

At the end of the course the students will be able to: 

- List the different logistic technical families.

- Recognize the main characteristics of the different logistic technical families

- Apply the principles of the different logistic technical families.

List of Contents

1. Asset Management

2. Watsan

3. Energy: Electrical Safety

4. Shelter and Construction

5. Fleet Management 

6. Biomed

7. Cold Chain 

8. Applied Security

9. Telecommunications

10. Information Technology

11. GIS

12. Supply Chain 

13. The logLi

About the Course

MSF Applications aims at providing participants with an overview on the main MSF applications and on the technical support needed for them.

In particular the course will focus on UniField and eHealth, in order to prepare Field ICT Officers on the tasks and procedures needed to install, update, and troubleshoot these applications.

This course is part of the compulsory modules requested from ICT officers to participate in the ICT Week 2022. At the end of each module there is an evaluation test. 

TARGET AUDIENCE

MSF Applications is only for OCB ICT Officers and Logs in charge of IT.

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

• Identify roles and responsibilities related to the main MSF applications
• Explain the installation, configuration and maintenance processes for the applications, the servers or other tools used
• Identify the possible issues and/or address the troubleshooting request to the relevant people

List of Contents

Presentation of the main MSF applications: purpose, owner, support process 

Focus UniField: 

• Introduction  
• Preparation of machine and installation procedure 
• Back-up: configuration and monitoring 
• Main troubleshooting issues 
• Maintenance of the machines 
• Updates of the operating system and the UniField Patch 

Focus on eHealth 

• What is eHealth and what is the ICT unit role 
• Troubleshooting issues: Nestor, Firewall, application 
• Escalation procedure and communication 

CERTIFICATION

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be awarded a badge and a certificate.

HOW TO ENROL

Should you be interested in partaking, please contact lucia.sinigaglia@brussels.msf.org.

About the Course

The Palliative Care Essentials course’s overall objective is to improve your understanding and knowledge on palliative care by providing you with the tools to care for patients with life-limiting and life-threatening illnesses, along with their families. 

It is composed of 9 independent and complementary modules which include:

• Introduction to Palliative Care
• Pain Assessment and Management
• Management of Symptoms Other than Pain
• Communication Skills for Palliative Care
• Psychological, Social, & Spiritual Support
• Care of the Dying Patient 
• Children, Specific Conditions, and Emergency Response 
• Programming & Implementation 
• Cases and Learner Assessment

In this module, you will explore the psychological, social, and spiritual issues which may arise for patients with life-threatening and life-limiting conditions and their families and be given guidance on how to provide support. 

People are more than just their physical bodies, and well-being requires a more holistic or whole person approach when caring for patients with serious and life-limiting illnesses. 

Supporting patients and families through serious illness and during the last days of life can be emotionally tiring, often pushing health care providers to their limits. For this reason, we will discuss the essential role of self-care in sustaining your well-being and resilience while caring for patients and their families at the end of life.   

Duration of Course:  

1 hour 

Target Audience

This course is aimed at all healthcare workers involved in providing palliative care and is particularly relevant for nurses, doctors, clinical officers, counsellors, psychologists and social workers.  

Methodology

Self-learning online course with activities.  

Certification

Participants will receive a badge on completion. 

IT Device – Applications

The course is best completed on a computer, laptop, or tablet. However, it should also be possible on a mobile if the screen size is large enough.  

N.B. Hyperlinks or links to websites are not available if you have downloaded the course and are completing it offline. You will need to have internet access to view them.  

Enrolment

Self-enrolment 

About the Course

Severe infections (including sepsis, meningitis and pneumonia) are a major cause of global neonatal mortality and morbidity. Most of these cases could be prevented with early recognition and timely management. In this module we will explore the clinical presentation, assessment and management of newborns presenting with possible serious bacterial infection (PSBI) and sepsis.  

Target audience

The module is intended for nurses, midwifes, clinical officers and medical doctors caring for newborns in MSF projects.

Duration

60 minutes

Learning Objectives

Once you have completed this module, you should be able to: 

• Recognise neonates with possible serious bacterial infection and sepsis and outline a differential diagnosis, 
• Perform appropriate investigations in babies with severe infections, 
• Manage severe bacterial infections in newborns according to MSF protocols, 
• Practice effective infection prevention and control procedures in the newborn unit

List of Contents

Theory:

• Definition, pathophysiology and microbiology of serious bacterial infection (SBI) and sepsis 
• Clinical features of serious infections and septic shock 
• Investigations and indications for lumbar puncture (LP) 
• Emergency management and treatment with antibiotics 
• Infection prevention and control

Application / 3 case studies

Summary / Learning points /Job aid

Methodology

We recommend printing out the job aid and using the neonatal guideline during the module.

Certification

After completing the module and answering the final quiz with at least 80% correct responses, learners are entitled a Tembo completion badge and a certificate.

Enrolment

To access this eLearning module, you need first to enrol in the Newborn Care Learning Hub. Information on how to access the module is available there. 

Release and update

January 26, 2022

About the Course

Welcome to the Energy level 1! This training aims at improving the knowledge about energy of all MSF staff. This course has been designed following the logtech competencies matrix, this course corresponds to the level 2. 

The competencies for the energy level 1 course are:

• Able to design a basic electrical system: source choice (generator), a distribution system design (circuit) and a protection system design (circuit breaker, residual current device).

• Know how to ensure the safety of a small existing installation (office, house) (insulation, earthing/grounding, residual current devices, limiters, stabilisers, lightning protection).

• Able to set up backup systems to ensure continuity of service.

• Able to repair, alter or replace defective parts in a simple domestic circuit to reduce malfunctions and risks.

• Able to provide follow-up on maintenance of all types of moderate‐sized infrastructures.

At the end of the course, you will be able to define all the first steps to take into account to ensure that electrical systems in MSF are safe and not Hazardous for the people

This course is an online course where you will mix short explanatory videos with practical exercises to achieve step by step the learning objectives. If you finalize successfully all the proposed exercises and the final quiz, you will obtain a badge.

DURATION

The duration of the course is 2 hours. 

TARGET AUDIENCE

The target of this course is national and International Logistic Staff that should have knowledges about energy. 

CERTIFICATION

At the end of this online course, you will receive a badge. To achieve this badge, you must follow all the modules until the end and to pass the final quiz.

Learning Objectives

You will be able to: 

1. Use the generator sizing tool to calculate the power of a generator in function of the needs
2. Differentiate the different kinds of voltage regulators and explain who it works.
3. Define all the steps to set up a basic and safe single-phase electrical installation 
4. Describe the elements of a grounding system and explain how to install it
5. Explain the different sources of energy used in MSF

List of Contents

Module 0: welcome 

Module 1 : Sizing generators and protecting equipment

Module 2: Electrical installations

Module 3: Energy sources

Module 4: Final quiz!

About the Course

Summary : This course covers how to use the features of the Isystock tool 

Language : English 

Average duration: depends on the learner's profile 

Target audience : All Isystock users 

Enrolment methods : Self enrolment

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Explain user rights,
Use a standard list and list stock,
Use movement associations,
Closing,
Use the FMC,
Create reports,
Create an order form.

ABOUT THE COURSE

Emergency Preparedness Planning & Response at Mission level for Head of missions (HoM) and Medical coordinators (MedCos).

HOW TO ENROL

This course is open for all MSF staff. Click on Enrol to start the course.

CERTIFICATION

No certification. Upon completion of the course, a badge is obtained that recognizes the correct completion.

TARGET AUDIENCE

Heads of mission (HoM) & Medical coordinators (MedCos), but anyone can access it.

DURATION

30 MIN

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Gaining more insight into emergency response.
2. Understand the importance of emergency preparedness planning and response.
3. Outline the key elements of an Emergency Preparedness Plan.
4. Define your role within the Country Management Team and the Organisations in creating, reviewing and implementing the missions Emergency Preparedness Plan.
5. Understanding how ESD interacts with regular missions and encourage your team in collaborating when regular mission management and the ESD intersect.

LIST OF CONTENTS

• Mission Level Emergency Preparedness:
• What is Emergency Preparedness Planning (EPP)?
• The importance of EPP
• The 5 key elements of EPP
• Roles and Responsibilities in EPP

About the Course

In this module, we will tackle the common complications faced by premature infants. You will learn how to monitor and identify them and how to manage them in a resource limited context.

Target audience

The module is intended for nurses, midwives, clinical officers and medical doctors caring for newborns in MSF projects.

Duration

60 minutes

Learning Objectives

Once you have completed this module, you should be able to:

• Describe the possible complications of prematurity.
• Identify and monitor some complications of prematurity using a systems-based approached.
• Discussing the complications management possibly available in a resource limited setting.

List of Contents

Theory:

Systems based approach to:

• Respiratory
• Cardiac
• Neurological 
• Gastrointestinal
• Haematological
• Metabolic
• Immunological
• Eyes

Application / 3 case studies

Summary / Learning points /Job aid

Enrolment

To access this eLearning module, you need first to enrol in the Newborn Care Learning Hub then select the ‘Complications of prematurity’ module and enter the enrolment key.

Certification

After completing the module and answering the final quiz with at least 80% correct responses learners are entitled a Tembo completion badge and a certificate.

Methodology

We recommend printing out the job aid and using the neonatal guideline during the module.

Release and update

March 28, 2022 

About the course

This is the ability to identify and manage your own emotions and to identify and work with the emotions of others. It can be a crucial tool if you are a team member, if you manage people or if you work with people.

Target audience

This course can benefit managers and coordinators as well as anyone who is involved in team-based activities at MSF.

Learning objectives

To provide an awareness of the components of Emotional Intelligence in the context of MSF teams.

List of contents

• Introduction to EI
•  Create your EI profile
•  Self Awareness
•  Self Management
•  Social Awareness
•  Relationship Management
•  Case Study
•  Resources

About the course

Each part is introduced by a Video – a testimony from the field about the topic you are going to go through.

Each module is done the same way – Introduction to the topic – A quest (either in your mission physical documents or in MSF knowledge platform – A challenge with questions and exercises)

Target audience

The Introduction to sSupply chain management training is designed for OCBA's new collaborators in the MSF Supply Chain and non-supply collaborators. It is an introduction to the MSF Supply chain allowing all participant to understand the impact of each step of the supply chain on the operations

Validation 

OCBA

Duration 

6 hours

General objective

Participants will be able to integrate all supply chain processes according to the MSF Supply chain guideline, to support medical and logistics operations. 

Learning objectives

• Explain the MSF Supply chain architecture and his role in this chain.
• Define the concept of collaborative planning and to work with the relevant stakeholders for data collection, update of tools, validation of information to ensure the supply chain management.
• Differentiate the 6  procurement steps and know how to run a purchase with adapted MSF standard tools according to MSF Procurement guidelines.
• Organize Local and international transport and its follow up with appropriate tools in accordance with MSF Good Distribution Practice and national regulations.
• Identify customs actors and steps and is able to put together a custom folder for importation in accordance with national regulation.
• Explain the physical stock management process and know related tools according to MSF Good Storage Practices.
• Select the appropriate reporting system according to operational needs

List of contents

1. Supply Operations
2. Collaborative planning and definition of needs
3. Procurement
4. Transport
5. Customs
6. Stock Management
7. Supply Information Systems

All modules are stand alone – we can either start from the beginning or pick up 1  module depending on needs.

Enrolment

Self-enrolment

Certification

To obtain the badge you will need to finish all the online modules and to  answer correctly to the last challenge. 

About the course 

The Palliative Care Essentials course’s overall objective is to improve your understanding and knowledge on palliative care by providing you with the tools to care for patients with life-limiting and life-threatening illnesses, along with their families. 

It is composed of 9 independent and complementary modules which include:

• Introduction to Palliative Care
• Pain Assessment and Management
• Management of Symptoms Other than Pain
• Communication Skills for Providing Palliative Care
• Psychological, Social, & Spiritual Support
• Care of the Dying Patient 
• Children, Specific Conditions, and Emergency Response 
• Programming & Implementation 
• Cases and Learner Assessment

In this module, you will focus on understanding the importance of good communication and recognize its role in providing compassionate and holistic patient-centered care.

This module will guide you through some key communication skills which will empower patients and families to make informed decisions about their care.

Good communication in palliative care improves the patient and family’s experience and satisfaction with care and serves as a source of comfort and support for those facing serious illness.

Target audience

This course is aimed at all healthcare workers involved in providing palliative care, including nurses, doctors, clinical officers, counsellors, psychologists, health promoters, physiotherapists and social workers.

Validation

OCBA

Duration 

1 hour

Methodology

Self-learning online course with activities.  

Certification 

Participants will receive a badge on completion. 

Technical considerations

The course is best completed on a computer, laptop, or tablet. However, it should also be possible on a mobile if the screen size is large enough.  

N.B. Hyperlinks or links to websites are not available if you have downloaded the course and are completing it offline. You will need to have internet access to view them.  

About the Course 

The Palliative Care Essentials course’s overall objective is to improve your understanding and knowledge on palliative care by providing you with the tools to care for patients with life-limiting and life-threatening illnesses, along with their families. 

It is composed of 9 independent and complementary modules which include:

• Introduction to Palliative Care
• Pain Assessment and Management
• Management of Symptoms Other than Pain
• Communication Skills for Palliative Care
• Psychological, Social, & Spiritual Support
• Care of the Dying Patient 
• Children, Specific Conditions, and Emergency Response 
• Programming & Implementation 
• Cases and Learner Assessment

In this module, you will focus on following the palliative care approach, including the principles for prescribing medication, for the most common symptoms, other than pain, experienced by patients requiring palliative care. 

In particular, you will cover correct assessment and management of nausea and vomiting, breathlessness, and confusion (delirium).   

You will also be prompted to use MSF OCBA’s Palliative Care Guidance to answer questions about appropriate treatment and supportive care.  

For guidance on pain management in particular, see the course ‘Pain Assessment and Management in Palliative Care.’  

Duration of Course:  

1.5 hours 

Target Audience: 

This course is aimed at all healthcare workers who are involved in providing palliative care, and is particularly relevant for nurses, doctors and clinical officers. 

Methodology:  

Self-learning online course with activities.  

Certification:  

Participants will receive a badge on completion. 

IT Device - Applications: 

The course is best completed on a computer, laptop, or tablet. However, it should also be possible on a mobile if the screen size is large enough.  

N.B. Hyperlinks or links to websites are not available if you have downloaded the course and are completing it offline. You will need to have internet access to view them.  

Enrolment: 

Self-enrolment