This 1-hour course will help you develop a further understanding of Legionnaires and their causative agent.

The course will introduce you to the causative agent from a microbiological perspective and how to control the spread of these diseases.

Key Words: Legionella, Prevention, Control, Water sources, Pneumonia

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course each student is expected to be able to:

A. Subject Knowledge and Understanding

• LO 1. Define Legionnaires.
• LO 2. Recognize what contributes to Legionnaires.

B. Cognitive Skills (Thinking Skills)

• LO 3. Demonstrate prevention methods against Legionnaires.
• LO 4. Implementation of precautionary measures in Clinics and Houses.

Curriculum Outline

The key themes covered by the course and their indicative weighing:

• Legionella: An Overview (50%)
• Legionella: Prevention and Control (50%)

Online Certificates

Students successfully completing their course and assessments will be entitled to a digital badge. A digital badge is a connected, verifiable electronic imagery credential which reflects the achievement of the learning outcomes on their course.

Students may read more information about digital badges at:

• www.info.badgr.com
• www.academicstudio.org