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WHODrug intermediate course - coding and data retrieval

This course focuses on enhancing the skills of staff at member organisations of the WHO PIDM in using UMC's Drug Dictionary, WHODrug.

Participants will learn techniques for coding and retrieving data effectively.
To enrol in this course, you must meet the following requirements:
      • Length: 1.5 hours
      • Target audience: WHO PIDM staff
      • Language: English
      • Award: Yes
      • Course level: Intermediate
      • Course type: Self-paced

What you will learn

Coding

  • Code single ingredient products correctly.
  • Code multiple ingredient products correctly.
  • Validate coding of single and multiple ingredient products.
  • Identify and describe unique features of vaccines and biosimilar products.
  • Identify and describe unique features of herbal and traditional medicine products.

Data retrieval with WHODrug

  • Describe the basic structure of the Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical (ATC) system, Herbal ATC, and the Standardised Drug Groupings (SDGs).
  • Explain the purpose of using ATCs and SDGs.
  • Adapt WHODrug search strategies depending on the research question.

Course statistics

More than 500 learners have completed the course.
90% found the content of this course very useful for their daily work

80% rated the course as excellent

Questions and answers

How long does it take to complete the course?

It takes about 1.5 hours to complete this course.

Do I receive an award?

Learners that complete successfully the course, receive a confirmation of completion.

Will this course give me academic credit?

No, UMC is not an academic institution.

Where do I reach out if I face any issues or have further questions?

Please contact us here.

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