This course provides a clear introduction to Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory virus that commonly affects infants, older adults, and individuals with compromised immunity. Learners gain an understanding of how the virus spreads, its symptoms, clinical impact, and the measures used to prevent and manage infections. The course is delivered entirely online, allowing learners to study at their own pace while developing essential knowledge for healthcare and community settings.
Who This Course Is For
- Healthcare assistants, nurses, caregivers, and support workers.
- Students or professionals in public health, medicine, or healthcare studies.
- Individuals wanting to expand their understanding of respiratory viruses and infection control.
- Anyone responsible for caring for vulnerable people.
What You Will Learn
Module 1 – Introduction to HMPV
Covers what Human Metapneumovirus is, its background, and its importance within modern healthcare.
Module 2 – Transmission & Risk Factors
Explains how the virus spreads, the most common transmission routes, and which groups are most susceptible to severe illness.
Module 3 – Signs & Symptoms
Provides an overview of typical respiratory symptoms such as fever, cough, congestion, breathing difficulties, and potential complications.
Module 4 – Diagnosis & Testing
Describes diagnostic approaches including PCR testing, antigen detection, and differentiating HMPV from other respiratory illnesses.
Module 5 – Treatment & Supportive Management
Focuses on supportive care strategies, symptom management, monitoring high-risk patients, and understanding clinical considerations.
Module 6 – Prevention & Infection Control
Covers hand hygiene, respiratory precautions, use of protective equipment, isolation practices, and public health prevention methods.
Module 7 – Complications & Special Circumstances
Explores severe respiratory complications, risks for immunocompromised individuals, co-infections, and hospitalisation considerations.
Module 8 – Public Health & Community Measures
Discusses outbreak management, seasonal behaviour of the virus, reporting guidelines, and how communities can reduce transmission.
Assessment & Certification
Learners complete an online assessment at the end of the programme. Results are provided instantly. If the learner does not pass initially, the exam can be taken again at no extra cost. After passing, learners receive an accredited digital certificate, with an option to request a printed version.
Key Benefits
- Builds essential knowledge of a key respiratory virus.
- Strengthens awareness of infection prevention and control.
- Suitable for beginners as well as healthcare professionals.
- Flexible online learning with recognised certification.
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