Introduction to Quality Improvement in Healthcare
Learn essential concepts and methods for improving healthcare quality, from stakeholder engagement to process implementation.
Learn essential concepts and methods for improving healthcare quality, from stakeholder engagement to process implementation.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Quality Improvement in Healthcare Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Recognize different approaches to quality improvement
Apply structured improvement methodologies
Develop stakeholder engagement strategies
Implement process mapping techniques
Understand Plan-Do-Study-Act cycles
Analyze healthcare quality data
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This course includes:
2.7 Hours PreRecorded video
10 quizzes
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course introduces the fundamental concepts and practical application of quality improvement in healthcare from a global perspective. Students learn from patients, clinicians, and academics about different approaches to quality improvement, stakeholder engagement, and process implementation. The curriculum covers essential QI methods, from process mapping to Plan-Do-Study-Act cycles, while addressing the challenges of implementing and sustaining improvements in complex healthcare systems.
Healthcare Quality and Quality Improvement
Module 1 · 7 Hours to complete
Engaging and Empowering Stakeholders with a Shared Vision
Module 2 · 5 Hours to complete
Healthcare Processes: Mapping and Implementing Changes
Module 3 · 4 Hours to complete
Long Term Success and the Importance of Context
Module 4 · 4 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Senior Research Fellow
Dr. Thomas Woodcock is a Senior Research Fellow at Imperial College London, where he leads initiatives in improvement science and information intelligence as part of the NIHR CLAHRC North West London program. His work focuses on enhancing measurement practices within healthcare improvement initiatives, aiming to foster effective strategies that can significantly impact patient care and outcomes. Dr. Woodcock is also an accomplished educator, teaching several online courses on Coursera, including "Introduction to Quality Improvement in Healthcare" and "Quality Improvement for Population Health," which aim to equip healthcare professionals with essential skills for quality enhancement.
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