Healthcare Quality Improvement Models and Tools

HCQI1104 - Healthcare Quality Improvement Models and Tools

Micro-Course | 4 Nursing Contact Hours | Estimated 4-Hour Workload

$150.00
How To Enroll?
  • feature icon Professional Development
  • feature icon All Level
  • feature icon 4 Nursing Contact Hours
  • feature icon Estimated 4-Hour Workload
  • feature icon Self-Paced
  • feature icon Accessible for 180 days

Description

Activities aimed at improving the quality of healthcare delivery are vital for improving patient health and well-being. For healthcare organizations to improve the condition and health of those it serves, they need to implement and utilize suitable quality improvement models and tools. In this micro-course, you will compare the different healthcare quality improvement methods, models, and tools and learn where to apply them in appropriate healthcare delivery context.

Related Learning: This micro-course is also part of the HCQI1100 - Healthcare Quality Improvement Learning Path. Learn more.

What You Will Learn

In this course, you will:

  • Summarize the benefits of quality and a quality improvement framework for healthcare organizations.
  • Compare and contrast quality improvement methods, models, and tools.
  • Compare the benefits of Lean and Six Sigma in promoting quality improvement in healthcare.
  • Identify relevant tools and their appropriate use for healthcare delivery contexts.

Eligibility

  • Must be 18 Years or older

Refund Policy

You will have seven days to request a full refund after purchase. No hidden fees. All books and materials are included with purchase.

Related Learning

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Micro-Course

Healthcare Quality Improvement Models and Tools

Curriculum

  • Benefits of Quality and Quality Improvement

  • Models for Quality Improvement

  • Quality Improvement Tools

  • Relevant Tools for Patient Care Professionals

Accreditation Statement

Walden University College of Nursing is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development through the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Provider Unit P0469.

Criteria for Obtaining Contact Hours

This nursing continuing professional development course offers content that includes overviews and descriptions, engagement activities, resources, and a final assessment. Within 180 days of the course purchase date, follow these steps to claim nursing contact hours:

  1. Complete all content in each micro-course,
  2. Achieve 80% or higher for the final assessment,
  3. Complete the end of course evaluation, and
  4. Download and print or save your contact hour certificate.

Disclosure Statement

The planners and authors of this nursing continuing professional development activity disclose no relevant financial relationships.

While professional development activities offered by an American Nurses Credentialing Center Provider Unit typically satisfy the requirements of most states, Walden University recommends that participants ensure that the content offered meets their individual requirements. To the extent that contact hours must be approved within one’s state of residence or licensure, participants should check with their state board of nursing before enrolling in any professional development activity. The state board of nursing determines the number and type of contact hours that can be claimed for professional development activities.

Features

 Practical Tools and Methods

Practical Tools and Methods

Explore current, evidence-based strategies to build your healthcare quality improvement knowledge.

Real-World, Research-Based Findings

Real-World, Research-Based Findings

Explore current, evidence-based leadership strategies to build your healthcare quality improvement knowledge.

Flexible Learning

Flexible Learning

Review content provided in easily consumable segments, so you can adapt your studies around your busy life.

Awards

Certificate of Completion

Certificate of Completion in Overview of Healthcare Quality Improvement

$150.00
How To Enroll?
  • feature icon Professional Development
  • feature icon All Level
  • feature icon 4 Nursing Contact Hours
  • feature icon Estimated 4-Hour Workload
  • feature icon Self-Paced
  • feature icon Accessible for 180 days

How to enroll?

  • 1Add course to cart
  • 2Create your account
  • 3Register for course
  • 4Make payment and submit application
  • 5Start learning
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email [email protected] for additional assistance

Who is this for

  • Nurses and other medical professionals interested in quality improvement
  • Certified healthcare quality professionals seeking a refresher
  • Those interested in pursuing healthcare quality certifications