Hours: 2 None
As more transmissible variants of COVID-19 have appeared, the study and understanding of Delta, Omicron, and further mutations have been of great importance in the fight against the virus. This course will cover COVID variants including Delta and Omicron in depth. The course will also discuss the benefits of vaccination and booster doses, as well as the potential problems associated with the lifting and loosening of restrictions. An overview of where we are today, including therapeutics and specialized boosters, will round out the course.
Course Objectives
Knowledge and understanding of COVID-19 variant strains
Understanding of the benefits of vaccination and boosters
Awareness of the potential for Omicron-specific boosters
Recognition of the effects of loosening and lifting restrictions
Awareness of the current situation regarding COVID and projections for the future
