Welcome to the University of Toronto's Health Sciences COVID Curriculum

In preparation for return to the clinical environment, please review the content found in each of the modules below.  These learning modules contain general information aimed at preparing you to return safely to the clinical environment, which may look and feel quite different than before the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

We recognize that each of you will be working in different roles and capacities, so this curriculum is meant to provide you with baseline information. Please note that in addition to this training, you will also receive site-specific education to further enhance your knowledge.

You must review the modules and complete the form found at the end of the course as proof of completion. The training and completion of the form must be completed before you will be permitted to return to clinical practice.

We recognize that you have been out of the clinical environment for the last several months. We want to acknowledge that not everyone is in the same place, so please don’t hesitate to reach out to your course instructor, supervisor, preceptor or clinical instructor for additional support if required.

The COVID Curriculum contains a mix of videos, eLearning modules, fact sheets and other written information. You may already be familiar with some of this content, this is meant to be a refresher to ensure that you are well prepared and can practice safely.

 

It will take approximately 3 hours to complete all of the required learning.

Consider using either Chrome or Firefox for optimum viewing. If you need to use Safari, please click this link for additional tips. 

You may be asked to create a user account to access some of the COVID Care Learning modules, please note that these accounts are free for students.

For University of Toronto students, you must upload documents in certain sections - for example, your certificate upon completion of the hand hygiene module. Each module ends with a knowledge quiz that must be completed. Finally, you must complete the final sign off prior to starting any clinical placements.

You may notice variations between this content and content you receive from the clinical placement site. You should always follow the local organizational policies and procedures.

Please click on each of the following modules below in order. 

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Module 1: Infection Prevention & Control

  • COVID-19
  • Hand Hygiene
  • Routine Practices & Additional Precautions
  • Summary of PPE Recommendations
  • Donning & Doffing PPE
  • Conserving PPE
  • Cleaning Your Environment & Equipment

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Module 2: Professional & Safety Obligations

  • Physical Distancing
  • Staying Safe
  • Physical Distancing & Safety in the Clinical Setting

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Module 3: Exposure & Follow Up Care

  • How to Self-Monitor
  • What to do if you have been exposed or test positive for COVID-19
  • How to Self-Isolate

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Module 4: Mental Health & Wellbeing

  • Health & Wellness Resources at U of T
  • Tips for Wellbeing & Staying Grounded
  • Coping
  • Additional Resources

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Module 5: Privacy, Security & Confidentiality in Virtual Care

  • Review of Privacy, Security & Confidentiality
  • Virtual Care
  • Preparing for a Virtual Care Placement
  • Virtual Care Sessions
  • Other Privacy Reminders
  • Additional Resources
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Module 6: Equity, Diversity & Inclusivity During COVID-19

  • Promoting Equity, Diversity & Inclusivity During COVID-19

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Module 7: University Policies & Procedures

  • Important University of Toronto Policies 
  • Sign Off

 

This module was developed for internal UofT educational purposes. It reflects baseline guidance available and appropriate to local (Greater Toronto-Area) conditions as of August 2020.

You and/or your institution may use this module for non-commercial purposes, on the conditions noted below.

By using this module, you and/or your institution agree to the following:

The module and underlying materials belong to academic appointees of UofT, UofT, and/or other sources, and are protected by copyright. This module was adapted with the permission of a number of sources, including Public Health Ontario (PHO), and these sources, including PHO and the University assume no responsibility for the content of any publication resulting from translation/changes/adaptation of these materials by third parties. This module should not replace clinical judgement, program-specific guidance or requirements of third parties including clinical sites and professional regulatory bodies.  UofT makes no representations and extends no warranties of any kind with respect to the module, including that the use of the module will not infringe any patent, copyright, trademark, or other proprietary rights; UofT is not responsible for any claims or losses associated with use of the module.  Any use of this module must attribute sources appropriately, acknowledge the support of the University of Toronto and any modifications made.