Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics from Coursera

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Syllabus

Introduction

Informatics Theory

Week 1 begins! This week, we explore and apply theories of healthcare informatics to professional practice. By the end of this week, you will be able to: describe informatics theory, analyze informatics theory related to practice and analyze health topics of interest to healthcare.

Data, Information, and Knowledge

This module explores and applies standardized terminologies to professional practice. By the end of this module, learners will be able to: analyze the transformation of data to information to knowledge and explore and apply standardized terminologies to professional practice.

Electronic Health Record (EHR) Components, Evidence-Based Practice

This module links EHR use to evidence-based practice. By the end of this module, learners will be able to: identify the benefits and goals of an electronic health record and analyze evidence-based practice within the context of the electronic health record.

Quality Improvement/ Workflow Analysis/ Redesign

Week 5 begins! This week we examine informatics in relationship to new technologies in healthcare. Telehealth and technology are creating new ways to link people, and care, and health information. By the end of this week, you will be able to: examine applications of telehealth technologies and describe methods of engaging consumers in using health information technologies.

Telehealth/ Consumer Health/ Mobile Technology

This module examines informatics in relationship to new technologies in healthcare. By the end of this module, learners will be able to: examine applications of telehealth technologies and describe methods of engaging consumers in using health information technologies.

Community/ Population Health

This module relates informatics to community and population health. By the end of this module, learners will be able to: relate informatics to community and population health and analyze applications of geospatial information systems and health.

Informatics, Gaming, and Simulation

This module describes applications of gaming, simulation, and virtual reality tools in healthcare. By the end of this module, learners will be able to: analyze informatics and gaming in relationship to health and healthcare and describe use of simulations and informatics to improve healthcare quality.

Informatics and Ethics

This module explores ethical issues related to healthcare informatics in the interprofessional context. By the end of this module, learners will be able to: explore ethical issues related to healthcare informatics in the interprofessional context and analyze security and privacy challenges related to healthcare informatics.

Data Exchange and Interoperability

This module explores interprofessional aspects of healthcare data exchange and interoperability. By the end of this module, learners will be able to: describe information exchange and interoperability and analyze interprofessional aspects of information exchange and interoperability in healthcare.

Informatics and the Foundation of Knowledge

This module explores the contribution of healthcare informatics to the foundation of knowledge in healthcare. By the end of this module, learners will be able to: analyze implications of Big Data for healthcare research and synthesize insights related to interprofessional healthcare informatics.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Taught by well-known academics who are recognized contributors in the field of health informatics

Develops core skills and deep expertise in healthcare informatics

Covers diverse aspects of healthcare informatics, ensuring a comprehensive understanding

Provides hands-on, interactive learning experiences through technology-enabled innovations

Incorporates perspectives from various healthcare professionals, offering a well-rounded view

Focuses on emerging healthcare informatics technologies, ensuring relevance to industry trends

Reviews summary

Informative healthcare informatics

Learners say Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics is a good course that is especially geared towards non-health backgrounds. The course is informative and provides a comprehensive overview of healthcare informatics. Despite some broken links, learners recognize the simplicity and engaging nature of the lectures and slides. The course is typically completed in 2 weeks and results in a certificate upon completion.

Easy to Understand

"The simplicity employed in the course is second to none..."

"good for non-health backgrounds"

Engaging Lectures

"Engaging and stimulating"

"Held my interests all through and highly informative"

"Lectures were delivered in an easily relatable and assimilating format"

Informative Course

"I've gotten a lot of information on health informatics..."

"it was a very good course"

"Very Informative"

Some Broken Links

"This course is VERY BEGINNER"

"A lot of the ideas and examples need updated"

"A lot of broken links"

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics with these activities:

Practice Data Analysis with Healthcare Informatics Tools

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Practicing data analysis with healthcare informatics tools sharpens your skills and enhances your ability to extract meaningful insights from healthcare data.

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Identify a dataset related to healthcare
Choose appropriate healthcare informatics tools for data analysis
Perform exploratory data analysis and identify trends or patterns

Prepare for Informatics Course

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Reviewing essential healthcare informatics concepts and terminologies prepares you to succeed in this course.

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Review key terms and definitions related to healthcare informatics
Reflect upon your current knowledge and skills in healthcare informatics
Identify areas where you need to strengthen your foundational understanding

Provide Technical Support at a Healthcare Organization

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Volunteering in a healthcare setting provides practical experience and allows you to apply your informatics knowledge to real-world situations.

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Identify a healthcare organization where you can offer your technical support
Inquire about volunteer opportunities in areas such as EHR support or data analysis
Assist healthcare professionals with technical issues or provide guidance on using healthcare informatics systems

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Explore Emerging Technologies in Healthcare Informatics

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Engaging with guided tutorials on emerging technologies enhances your understanding of their applications in healthcare settings.

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Identify relevant tutorials on topics such as telehealth, gaming, simulation, and eScience
Follow the tutorials step-by-step and implement the concepts in practice
Evaluate the potential benefits and challenges of these technologies in healthcare

Design an Infographic on Interprofessional Collaboration in Healthcare Informatics

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Creating an infographic on interprofessional collaboration strengthens your understanding of effective teamwork in healthcare informatics.

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Gather data and insights on the importance and benefits of interprofessional collaboration
Choose an appropriate infographic template or design your own
Visualize the data in a clear and engaging way using charts, graphs, or icons
Write concise and informative text to support the visuals
Share the infographic with your peers and instructors for feedback

Career center

Learners who complete Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Health Informatics Specialist

Health Informatics Specialists design, develop, and implement health information systems. This course provides a comprehensive overview of healthcare informatics, including data management, information technology, and interprofessional collaboration. The course's emphasis on emerging technologies and their applications in healthcare will prepare you for the challenges of this role.

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Medical Informatics Scientist

Medical Informatics Scientists develop and apply computational tools and techniques to analyze medical data and improve patient care. This course provides a strong foundation in healthcare informatics, including data analysis, machine learning, and interprofessional collaboration. The course's focus on emerging technologies and their applications in healthcare will prepare you for the challenges of this role.

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Healthcare Data Analyst

Healthcare Data Analysts analyze data to improve patient care and healthcare delivery. This course provides a solid foundation in healthcare informatics, including data analysis, information management, and interprofessional collaboration. The course's focus on real-world applications and technology-enabled educational innovations will equip you with the skills to succeed in this role.

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Clinical Informatics Specialist

Clinical Informatics Specialists apply informatics principles to improve patient care and healthcare delivery. This course provides a strong foundation in healthcare informatics, including clinical data analysis, information management, and interprofessional collaboration. The course's focus on the use of technology in healthcare settings will equip you with the skills to succeed in this role.

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Healthcare Information Manager

Healthcare Information Managers plan, implement, and manage health information systems and data. This course provides a comprehensive overview of healthcare informatics, including information management, data governance, and interprofessional collaboration. The course's emphasis on the legal and ethical aspects of healthcare informatics will prepare you for the challenges of this role.

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Public Health Informatics Specialist

Public Health Informatics Specialists use informatics principles to improve public health outcomes. This course provides a comprehensive overview of healthcare informatics, including population health, data analysis, and interprofessional collaboration. The course's emphasis on the use of technology in public health settings will equip you with the skills to succeed in this role.

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Healthcare Project Manager

Healthcare Project Managers plan, implement, and manage healthcare IT projects. This course provides a solid foundation in healthcare informatics, including project management, information technology, and interprofessional collaboration. The course's emphasis on the legal and ethical aspects of healthcare informatics will prepare you for the challenges of this role.

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Healthcare Consultant

Healthcare Consultants provide advice and guidance to healthcare organizations on a variety of topics, including healthcare informatics. This course provides a comprehensive overview of healthcare informatics, including data analysis, information management, and interprofessional collaboration. The course's emphasis on emerging technologies and their applications in healthcare will prepare you for the challenges of this role.

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Healthcare Educator

Healthcare Educators teach healthcare professionals about a variety of topics, including healthcare informatics. This course provides a solid foundation in healthcare informatics, including data analysis, information management, and interprofessional collaboration. The course's focus on the use of technology in healthcare settings will equip you with the skills to succeed in this role.

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Healthcare Researcher

Healthcare Researchers conduct research to improve healthcare outcomes. This course may be useful for those interested in conducting research in healthcare informatics. The course provides a solid foundation in healthcare informatics, including data analysis, information management, and interprofessional collaboration.

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Healthcare Policy Analyst

Healthcare Policy Analysts develop and analyze policies that affect healthcare. This course may be useful for those interested in developing or analyzing healthcare policies that relate to healthcare informatics. The course provides a solid foundation in healthcare informatics, including data analysis, information management, and interprofessional collaboration.

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Healthcare Executive

Healthcare Executives manage healthcare organizations. This course may be useful for those interested in managing healthcare organizations that use or are affected by healthcare informatics. The course provides a solid foundation in healthcare informatics, including data analysis, information management, and interprofessional collaboration.

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Healthcare Journalist

Healthcare Journalists write about healthcare for a variety of audiences. This course may be useful for those interested in writing about healthcare informatics. The course provides a solid foundation in healthcare informatics, including data analysis, information management, and interprofessional collaboration.

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Healthcare Entrepreneur

Healthcare Entrepreneurs start and manage healthcare businesses. This course may be useful for those interested in starting or managing a healthcare business that uses or is affected by healthcare informatics. The course provides a solid foundation in healthcare informatics, including data analysis, information management, and interprofessional collaboration.

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Healthcare Advocate

Healthcare Advocates represent the interests of patients and their families. This course may be useful for those interested in advocating for patients and their families on issues related to healthcare informatics. The course provides a solid foundation in healthcare informatics, including data analysis, information management, and interprofessional collaboration.

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