Free Online Courses on Coronavirus that could be Beneficial for Frontline Workers

Frontline Coronavirus warriors are proving to be guardians of millions of lives across the world. Not only are they risking their lives to save others from getting infected, but are also doing it willingly. However, with so many updates coming in from across the world every day, there is a need to train frontline workers on the latest developments on Coronavirus. Thankfully, several reputable organizations have come forward to offer free online courses on Coronavirus that are helping frontline workers.

Although the courses are aimed at frontline workers, the free online training courses can be taken anytime, anywhere by anybody who is interested. Let us now take a look at platforms, and individual free online courses on Coronavirus providing the latest and relevant information.

Free Online Courses on Coronavirus by WHO, iGOT, and Others

Coronavirus online training by WHO: The World Health Organization has put together several courses on the Coronavirus on its platform. Standard precautions: Hand hygiene, Introduction to Go.Data – Field data collection, chains of transmission and contact follow-up, COVID-19: How to put on and remove personal protective equipment, Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI) Treatment Facility Design, etc. are some of the courses available on the platform. The courses are free of cost and are self-paced. Learners can visit WHO for more information.

iGOT Training Platform by the Government of India: The Government of India recently launched a digital platform by the name iGOT to take care of the training needs of the frontline warriors. There are courses available for paramedics, hygiene workers, NCC Cadets, doctors, nurses, and almost all others who are involved in the fight against COVID-19. Those who wish to take the free online courses on iGOT need to register with the website by providing a valid email address. Learners can visit iGot for more information.

Mechanical Ventilation for COVID-19 by Harvard University: This course by Harvard University aims to provide licensed medical professionals with an understanding of mechanical ventilation that can be applied while handling Coronavirus cases. The weeklong course covers unique aspects of ventilation and about ventilation practices in COVID-19 patients. Those who wish to enroll for the course can visit the official Harvard University website.

COVID-19 Course by Imperial College London: A course by the name “Science Matters: Let's Talk About COVID-19” is available on Coursera for free until 31 May 2020. The course by Imperial College London takes about 17 hours to complete and provides insights into the emerging outbreak and also on the key trends pertaining to the disease. Those interested to take the course can visit Coursera for more details.

Fighting COVID-19 with Epidemiology by Johns Hopkins University: Anyone who wishes to learn more about the epidemiology of the Coronavirus infection can take the “Fighting COVID-19 with Epidemiology: A Johns Hopkins Teach-Out,” course available on Coursera. The course takes approximately 6 hours to complete, and those who wish to know about the science behind the dreaded pandemic can visit Coursera to enroll for the course.