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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's Degree or equiv. international education

Credit Hours

60 Hours

Course Duration

1 Year (Self-Paced)

Courses Offered

10

Courses Offered In MASTERS DEGREE

  • Courses Name

  • Courses Description

  • Credit Hours

  • Health Promotion

  • This course provides you with the comprehensive background and application information needed to plan, implement, and evaluate health promotion programs in a variety of settings. The course includes topics such as measures, measurement, data collection and data sampling, intervention theories, and evaluation techniques.

  • 6 Credits

  • Environment and public health

  • This clear, step-by-step course thoroughly develops and explains economic ideas and models to reflect the full spectrum of the most current health economics literature. It uses core economic themes as basic as supply and demand, as venerable as technology or labor issues, and as modern as the economics of information.

  • 6 Credits

  • Technology in Health Sciences

  • This course provides a brief, general introduction to computer literacy and information technology--at a level appropriate for you. It introduces you to the uses of information technology in health care delivery. It includes details on hardware and software, communications and networking, ethical issues, and privacy concerns.

  • 6 Credits

  • Advanced Concepts in Human Diseases

  • This course encourages you to develop an approach to the analysis, investigation and treatment of human disease. You will be introduced to useful tools and concepts that enable the study of a wide spectrum of human diseases.

  • 6 Credits

  • Health and nutrition science

  • This course provides a consistent framework for motivating you to make healthy life choices. It is the study of the relationship of food and nutrition to health. The nutrients, their characteristics, physiological functions, food sources and their interrelationship with the needs of the human body will be covered.

  • 6 Credits

  • Advanced Pediatric Cardiac Sonography Techniques

  • This course focuses on advanced techniques in pediatric cardiac sonography, equipping students with specialized skills needed for high-level clinical practice and leadership roles.

  • 6 Credits

  • Clinical Applications of Pediatric Cardiac Sonography

  • This course provides an in-depth exploration of the clinical applications of nursing, emphasizing evidence-based practice, advanced clinical skills, and patient-centered care.

  • 6 Credits

  • Pediatric Cardiac Sonography Diagnostics

  • This course focuses on the diagnostic skills required for nursing practice. It trains students to perform and interpret diagnostic tests, make clinical decisions, and develop appropriate care plans.

  • 6 Credits

  • Pediatric Cardiac Sonography Research Methods

  • This course introduces nursing students to research methodologies used in healthcare. It covers the principles of research design, data collection, and analysis, preparing students to conduct and evaluate nursing research.

  • 6 Credits

  • Professional Practice in Pediatric Cardiac Sonography

  • This course prepares students for professional practice in nursing, covering essential skills such as patient communication, ethical practice, and ongoing professional development.

  • 6 Credits
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Health promotion

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Health education, health promotion, health educators, and program planning.
    Models for program planning in health promotion.
    Starting the planning process.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Assessing needs.
    Measurement, measures, data collection, and sampling.
    Mission statement, goals, and objectives.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Theories and models commonly used for health promotion interventions.
    Interventions.
    Community organizing and community building.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Identification and allocation of resources.
    Marketing: making sure programs respond.
    Implementation: strategies and associated concerns.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Evaluation: an overview.
    Evaluation approaches, framework, and designs.
    Data analysis and reporting.

Environment and public health

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Introduction.
    Microeconomic tools for health economics.
    Statistical tools for health economics.
    The production of health.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    The production, cost, and technology of health care.
    Demand for health capital.
    Demand and supply of health insurance.
    Consumer choice and demand.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Asymmetric information and agency.
    Imperfect information: sid and sav.
    The organization of health insurance markets.
    Managed care.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Nonprofit firms.
    Hospitals and long-term care.
    Health care labor markets and professional training.
    The pharmaceutical industry.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Equity, efficiency, and need.
    Government intervention in health care markets.
    Government regulationprincipal regulatory mechanisms.
    Social insurance.
    Comparative health care systems and health system reform.
    The health economics of bads.
    Epidemiology and economics: aids in africa.
    The tools of economic evaluation.

Technology in health sciences

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Introduction to information technology;hardware, software, and telecommunications.
    Security and privacy in an electronic age.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    An introduction to medical informatics and the administrative applications of computers.
    Telemedicine.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Information technology in radiology.
    Information technology in dentistry.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Information technology in surgery.
    Information technology in pharmacy.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Computerized medical devices, assistive technology, and prosthetic devices.
    Information resources: computer assisted instruction, expert systems, health information online.

Advanced concepts in Human Diseases

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Introduction to disease.
    Immunity, inflammation, and immune disorders.
    Infectious diseases.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Neoplasms.
    Hereditary diseases.
    Nutrition and disease.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Diseases of the cardiovascular.
    Diseases of the blood.
    Diseases of the respiratory system.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Diseases of the digestive system.
    Diseases of the urinary system.
    Diseases of the reproductive system.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Diseases of the endocrine system.
    Diseases of the nervous system and special senses.
    Mental illness.
    Diseases of the bones, joints, and muscles.
    Diseases of the skin.

Health and nutrition science

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Promoting healthy behavior change
    Psychosocial health: being mentally, emotionally, socially, and spiritually well
    Managing stress: coping with life's challenges
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Violence and abuse: creating healthy environments
    Healthy relationships: communicating effectively with friends, family, and significant others
    Sexuality: choices in sexual behavior
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Reproductive choices: making responsible decisions
    Nutrition: eating for optimum health
    Managing your weight
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Personal fitness: improving health through exercise
    Addictions and addictive behavior: threats to wellness
    Drinking responsibly: a lifestyle challenge on campus
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Tobacco and caffeine: daily pleasures, daily challenges
    Illicit drugs: use, misuse, and abuse
    Cardiovascular disease: reducing your risk
    Cancer: reducing your risk
    Infectious diseases and sexually transmitted infections: risks and responsibilities
    Noninfectious conditions: the modern maladies
    Healthy aging: a lifelong process
    Dying and death: the final transition
    Environmental health: thinking globally, acting locally
    Consumerism: selecting health care products and services
    Complementary and alternative medicine: new choices and responsibilities for healthwise consumers

Advanced Pediatric Cardiac Sonography Techniques

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 Advanced Clinical Procedures of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Advanced cardiovascular and respiratory care
  • Specialized procedures in oncology nursing
  • Advanced pain management techniques
  In Section 2 Innovative Nursing Practices of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Integration of technology in patient care
  • Telehealth and remote patient monitoring
  • Innovative models of care delivery
  In Section 3 Critical Care Nursing of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Managing critically ill patients
  • Advanced life support techniques
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration in critical care settings
  In Section 4 Specialized Patient Populations of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Geriatric nursing and aging populations
  • Pediatric nursing and child health
  • Care for patients with mental health conditions
  In Section 5 Leadership and Mentorship of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Leading nursing teams and initiatives
  • Mentoring and precepting new nurses
  • Developing leadership skills in clinical settings

Clinical Applications of Pediatric Cardiac Sonography

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 Evidence-Based Practice of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Principles of evidencebased practice in nursing
  • Integrating research into clinical decisionmaking
  • Evaluating and applying clinical guidelines
  In Section 2 Advanced Clinical Skills of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Complex patient assessment and diagnostics
  • Advanced wound care and management
  • Critical care nursing practices
  In Section 3 Patient-Centered Care of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Developing individualized care plans
  • Enhancing patient engagement and communication
  • Addressing cultural and ethical considerations
  In Section 4 Interdisciplinary Collaboration of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Working effectively with interdisciplinary teams
  • Role of nurses in collaborative care models
  • Communication strategies for teambased care
  In Section 5 Specialized Nursing Care of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Nursing care for specific populations (e.g., pediatrics, geriatrics)
  • Chronic disease management
  • Palliative and endoflife care

Pediatric Cardiac Sonography Diagnostics

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 Diagnostic Principles of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Basics of diagnostic reasoning
  • Using clinical guidelines for diagnosis
  • Legal and ethical considerations in diagnostics
  In Section 2 Physical Assessment of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Comprehensive physical examination techniques
  • Identifying abnormal findings
  • Documentation of assessment results
  In Section 3 Laboratory and Imaging Tests of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Common laboratory tests and their interpretation
  • Diagnostic imaging techniques (Xray, MRI, CT)
  • Correlating test results with clinical presentation
  In Section 4 Differential Diagnosis of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Formulating differential diagnoses
  • Case studies in diagnostic reasoning
  • Decisionmaking strategies for complex cases
  In Section 5 Diagnostic Challenges of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Addressing diagnostic uncertainty
  • Managing atypical presentations
  • Collaborative approaches to diagnostics

Pediatric Cardiac Sonography Research Methods

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 Introduction to Nursing Research of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Importance of research in nursing practice
  • Overview of the research process
  • Ethical considerations in nursing research
  In Section 2 Research Design and Methodology of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Quantitative and qualitative research designs
  • Sampling methods and data collection techniques
  • Developing research questions and hypotheses
  In Section 3 Data Analysis and Interpretation of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Statistical analysis for nursing research
  • Using software tools for data analysis
  • Interpreting research findings
  In Section 4 Evidence-Based Practice of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Integrating research evidence into clinical practice
  • Critically appraising research literature
  • Implementing evidencebased interventions
  In Section 5 Dissemination of Research Findings of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Writing and presenting research reports
  • Publishing research in academic journals
  • Communicating research to healthcare professionals and policymakers

Professional Practice in Pediatric Cardiac Sonography

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 Effective Communication of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Communicating with patients and families
  • Inter
  • Cultural competence in patient interactions
  In Section 2 Ethical and Legal Considerations of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Legal responsibilities in nursing practice
  • Ethical dilemmas and decisionmaking
  • Patient consent and confidentiality
  In Section 3 Professional Development of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Continuing education and certification options
  • Networking and professional organizations
  • Career advancement strategies
  In Section 4 Quality Improvement of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Implementing quality improvement initiatives
  • Patient safety and risk management
  • Measuring and analyzing performance metrics
  In Section 5 Innovations in Practice of this course you will cover these topics:
  • Keeping up with technological advancements
  • Integrating new techniques into practice
  • Future trends in nursing practice