CPD Course Overview: Understanding and Managing Mpox
CPD Points: 5
Format: Self-paced | Online
Target Audience: Healthcare professionals, clinicians, nurses, public health officers, and laboratory personnel
Course Description
The course "Understanding and Managing Monkeypox" is a structured Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program designed to equip healthcare professionals with up-to-date knowledge and practical skills to recognize, manage, and respond to monkeypox (Mpox) effectively.
Amidst rising global cases and the recent confirmation of infections in Tanzania, healthcare workers play a central role in detection, containment, treatment, and community education. This course provides a deep understanding of monkeypox's virology, transmission dynamics, diagnosis, treatment protocols, and public health measures, aligned with both global guidelines (WHO, CDC) and national policies.
Participants will explore both foundational knowledge and current advances, including diagnostic technologies, case simulations, and emerging research, preparing them for real-world application in both clinical and public health settings.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to;-
- Diagnose monkeypox accurately by identifying key clinical features and differentiating it from other similar infectious conditions (e.g., chickenpox, measles, syphilis).
- Implement evidence-based treatment protocols for monkeypox patients, including appropriate use of antiviral medications (e.g., Tecovirimat, Cidofovir) and supportive care.
- Manage patient care effectively by coordinating with other healthcare professionals and monitoring patient progress across clinical and community care settings.
Topics Covered
- Introduction to Monkeypox Virology, Transmission, and Epidemiology
- Viral Pathogenesis and Molecular Virology.
- Diagnostic and Laboratory Techniques
- Treatment and Management of Mpox
- Public Health and Preventive Measures
- Regulatory and Policy Aspects.
Certification
Upon successful completion of all modules and assessments, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion with 5 CPD Points accredited by the relevant health training body.
- Teacher: Aminiel Robert