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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

The Surveillance Systems: The Building Blocks online course is the third part of the ‘Epidemiology in Public Health Practice Specialization’ provided by Johns Hopkins University. Curated by Dr Emily Gurley, the Surveillance Systems: The Building Blocks certification by Coursera focuses on system objectives, data reporting and performance assessment of surveillance systems.

In this course, participants will learn about the importance of public health surveillance, the different types of surveillance systems, and how to design, implement, assess, and use surveillance data to improve public health. They will also learn about the core surveillance attributes, which are the essential characteristics that make a surveillance system effective. By learning how to collect and analyse surveillance data, participants will be able to gather the information they need to make informed decisions. The Surveillance Systems: The Building Blocks certification is designed for public health practitioners and anyone who wants to learn more about the basics of public health surveillance.

The Highlights

Approx. 5 Hours To Complete
Certification By Johns Hopkins University
Financial Aid Available
Beginner Level Course

Programme Offerings

Hands-on project
video lecture
Certification
PDF Resource
Self-paced
graded assignment

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	Coursera

Surveillance Systems: The Building Blocks Fee Structure:

Course Duration	Fee
1 Month(5 hours/ week)	₹4,038
3 Months(2 hours/week)	₹8,076
6 Months (1 hour/week)	₹12,115

Eligibility Criteria

Certification Qualifying Details

Participants of the Surveillance Systems: The Building Blocks training must acquire an 80% or higher grade in four of the assessments for certification.

What you will learn

The Surveillance Systems: The Building Blocks classes include readings and lectures on the topics:

Definition of Surveillance in the context of public health, along with the importance and types of surveillance systems.
Definition, attributes, and examples of surveillance objectives.
Workings of surveillance data reporting systems and the correct methodology to choose a certain system for a certain type of surveillance.
Performance Assessments of surveillance systems, while managing the failure probabilities of the same.
Case studies including examples of successful public health surveillance systems.

Who it is for

General PhysicianDoctorHealth OfficerEpidemiologistHealthcare Administrator

The Surveillance Systems: The Building Blocks certification training is also suitable for anyone interested in learning more about the basics of public health surveillance, namely:

Admission Details

Here are the steps to get enrolled in this course.

Step 1- Click on the link below: https://www.coursera.org/learn/epidemiology-surveillance-systems

Step 2- Click on the “Enrol for Free” button.

Step 3- Login/signup using an email id, create one if required to begin with the course.

Step 4- Choose the course duration and the course's payment plan. You can also audit the course for free. Auditing the course does not allow access to the certificate.

Step 5 - After the payment of the fee, an email with the course details will be sent to you as a confirmation of being enrolled in the course.

The Syllabus

Videos

Introduction to Course
Introduction to Surveillance as a Core Public Health Function
Surveillance Defined
A History of Public Health Surveillance
Data for Action
Example of an International Public Health Surveillance System
Example of a Domestic Public Health Surveillance System
Using Alternative Public Health Surveillance Tools
Reflecting on Surveillance in your Life

Reading

Course Projects

Practice Exercise

Surveillance as a Core Public Health Function

Videos

Introduction to Defining Surveillance Objectives and Detecting Cases
What is the Surveillance Objective?
Examples of Surveillance Objectives
Surveillance Case Definitions
Balancing Workload with Quality
Crafting a Case Definition for Nipah Virus Surveillance in Bangladesh
Surveillance as an Observational Process
Summary

Practice Exercise

Defining Surveillance Objectives and Detecting Cases

Videos

Introduction to Surveillance Data Reporting Systems
Data Reporting as Part of the Surveillance Cycle
Japanese Encephalitis Surveillance in Bangladesh
Identifying Stakeholders
International Health Regulations (IHR 2005)
National Notifiable Diseases Surveillance System (NNDSS)
Summary

Practice Exercise

Surveillance Data Reporting Systems

Videos

Introduction to Surveillance System Attributes and Assessing Performance
Surveillance Attributes
Rotavirus Surveillance in Bangladesh
Simplicity
Flexibility
Data Quality
Acceptability
Sensitivity
Predictive Value Positive
Representativeness
Timeliness
Stability
Comparing Attributes between Rotavirus and Cancer Surveillance
Summar
Course Wrap-Up Video

Practice Exercise

Surveillance System Attributes and Assessing Performance

Evaluation process

Surveillance Systems: The Building Blocks certification syllabus requires that learners must successfully finish graded assessments. A minimum score of 80% is required on all assessments to obtain the certification.

Instructors

Johns Hopkins Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Who is the target audience for the Surveillance Systems: The Building Blocks online course?

The course is designed for anyone who wants to learn more about the basics of public health surveillance. This includes professionals in the fields of public health, healthcare, research, and government.

2: What are the prerequisites for enrolling in this course?

There are no prerequisites for enrolling in this course. However, some familiarity with public health concepts would be helpful.

3: Is this course self-paced or instructor-led?

The course is self-paced. This means that you can work through the course materials at your own pace. There are no deadlines for completing the course.

4: Can I get a refund if I am not satisfied with the course?

Yes, you can get a refund if you are not satisfied with the course. You can request a refund within 14 days of enrolling in the course.

5: Will I receive a certificate upon completing the Surveillance Systems: The Building Blocks online certification course?

Yes, you will receive a certificate upon completing the course. The certificate is issued by Coursera and can be shared with your professional network.