Epidemiology Basics
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Epidemiology
Defining epidemiology, its importance, and scope

Module #2
History of Epidemiology
Key milestones and contributors to the field

Module #3
Epidemiology vs. Biostatistics
Understanding the difference between epidemiology and biostatistics

Module #4
Types of Epidemiological Studies
Overview of observational, experimental, and quasi-experimental studies

Module #5
Measures of Disease Frequency
Incidence, prevalence, and mortality rates

Module #6
Measures of Disease Association
Relative risk, odds ratio, and confidence intervals

Module #7
Screening and Diagnostic Tests
Sensitivity, specificity, and predictive values

Module #8
Bias and Confounding
Understanding and controlling for bias and confounding in studies

Module #9
Study Designs:Cross-Sectional Studies
Design, advantages, and limitations of cross-sectional studies

Module #10
Study Designs:Case-Control Studies
Design, advantages, and limitations of case-control studies

Module #11
Study Designs:Cohort Studies
Design, advantages, and limitations of cohort studies

Module #12
Study Designs:Experimental Studies
Design, advantages, and limitations of experimental studies

Module #13
Outbreak Investigations
Principles and steps involved in investigating an outbreak

Module #14
Surveillance and Monitoring
Importance and methods of surveillance and monitoring in epidemiology

Module #15
Epidemiological Data Analysis
Descriptive and analytical techniques for epidemiological data

Module #16
Epidemiology and Public Health Policy
The role of epidemiology in informing public health policy

Module #17
Global Health Epidemiology
Global health challenges and the role of epidemiology

Module #18
Ethics in Epidemiology
Ethical principles and considerations in epidemiological research

Module #19
Epidemiology and Health Disparities
Epidemiological approaches to understanding and addressing health disparities

Module #20
Epidemiology and Environmental Health
The role of epidemiology in understanding environmental health risks

Module #21
Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases
Epidemiological principles and methods for infectious disease control

Module #22
Epidemiology and Chronic Diseases
Epidemiological approaches to understanding and preventing chronic diseases

Module #23
Epidemiology and Mental Health
Epidemiological principles and methods for mental health research

Module #24
Epidemiology and Health Services Research
The role of epidemiology in understanding health services and healthcare systems

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Epidemiology Basics career

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