Isolation and Quarantine

Topic: 
Infectious Disease & Immunization
Format: 
Online Course
Time: 
30 minutes
Level: 
Introductory
University: 
University of Minnesota
PERLC: 
Simulations, Exercises and Effective Education PERLC

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Description: 

This is one of nine awareness-level online modules, developed by the University of Minnesota in the UM PHET series, that cover critical topics related to emergency preparedness. This module takes between 20-40 minutes to complete. This training examines the concepts and history of isolation and quarantine, and explains when and how these restrictions are used in a public health context.

Learning Objectives: 
  • Define and distinguish between isolation and quarantine
  • Explain the history of isolation and quarantine
  • Describe the requirements of local, state, tribal and federal agencies
  • Follow state-level procedures for isolation and quarantine
PHEP Capabilities: 
Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions