Cuidado Integral de Enfermedades Comunes Infantiles
This course is part of Atención integrada de enfermedades infantiles AIEPI.
This intermediate-level course focuses on the Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI) strategy, developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF in 1996 as a primary approach to improving child health. The course teaches healthcare professionals how to effectively manage cases involving children from birth to five years of age in various healthcare settings. Students will learn to evaluate, classify, and treat children with prevalent illnesses, malnutrition, and anemia, while also identifying other health issues. The curriculum covers risk assessment from preconception through birth, evaluation protocols for infants under two months, and comprehensive care guidelines for children under five years. The course emphasizes practical applications of the IMCI strategy to reduce disease burden and disability while promoting healthy development during the crucial first five years of life.
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What you'll learn
Identify the key components and principles of the Integrated Management of Childhood Illness strategy
Recognize preconception, pregnancy, and newborn risks and implement appropriate protective measures
Master the evaluation sequence for examining children under 2 months to detect symptoms and signs of illness
Apply systematic processes for assessing and classifying potential diseases in children under 5 years
Implement evidence-based interventions for common childhood illnesses including respiratory infections and malnutrition
Promote appropriate feeding practices for optimal child development and growth
Skills you'll gain
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Graded assignments, exams
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and skills in the Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI) strategy. Students will learn how to evaluate and classify common childhood illnesses and implement appropriate treatments for children under five years of age. The curriculum covers preconception risk assessment, pregnancy care, newborn management, and evaluation protocols for infants under two months. Participants will master the systematic approach to identifying danger signs, classifying illness severity, and determining effective interventions. The course addresses key childhood health issues including respiratory infections, fever, ear and throat problems, malnutrition, and anemia. Special emphasis is placed on promoting healthy feeding practices for children under two years and implementing preventive healthcare measures. By completing this course, healthcare professionals will be equipped with practical tools to reduce childhood morbidity and mortality while supporting optimal growth and development.
Generalidades e introducción AIEPI
Module 1
Evaluar, clasificar y tratar el riesgo de preconcepción, embarazo y parto
Module 2
Evaluar, clasificar y tratar al niño menor de 2 meses
Module 3
Evaluar, clasificar y tratar a niños menores de 5 años
Module 4
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Atención integrada de enfermedades infantiles AIEPI
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Instructors
2 Courses
Expert in Public Health and Vulnerable Populations
Yenny Marcela Barreto Zorza is a nurse, specialist in Medical Law, Social Pediatrics, and Public Health, and a doctoral candidate in Pediatrics, Obstetrics, and Gynecology. She is a young researcher at Colciencias and currently teaches at the Universidad del Rosario's School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Yenny has extensive experience in public health, particularly with vulnerable populations like ethnic minorities, migrants, and street dwellers. She is also involved in various research projects and is a member of several health research groups at the University of Rosario and the National University of Colombia.
2 Courses
Pediatrician and University Teaching Specialist
José Miguel Suescún Vargas is a renowned pediatrician and specialist in University Teaching with over 12 years of experience as the Head of the Pediatrics Department at Universidad del Rosario. He is also a pediatrician at the Instituto Roosevelt, an active member of the Colombian Society of Pediatrics and the American Society of Endocrinology. With multiple scientific publications in Colombia and abroad, he is recognized for his contributions to both pediatrics and medical education. Notably, he led the development of the first clinical mobile app for the university, HidraPedia, and won the University’s 2021 Excellence in Teaching Award in the "Inspirador" category. Additionally, he has been a consultant for GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare and a prominent speaker at various academic events.
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