Description
The Pathophysiology for the Health Sciences course provides a thorough overview of the concepts of disease processes. Students will learn about a broad spectrum of diseases, from a systems perspective.
Course at-a-glance
- Self-directed course delivered entirely online
- Enrol anytime
- 150 hours of learning, to be completed in up to 12 months
- Course material derived from CHA Learning’s Health Information Management (HIM) program
Who should take the Pathophysiology course?
This course is designed for anyone wishing to gain a comprehensive understanding of pathophysiology, and those wishing to enter fields related to healthcare or health sciences. This course is eligible for exemption for those accepted to CHA Learning’s Health Information Management (HIM) program.
CHA Learning suggests taking Anatomy & Physiology prior to or concurrently with the Pathophysiology course. This is not mandatory, but recommended. This course can be taken in combination with Anatomy & Physiology and/or Medical Terminology.
Learning outcomes
At the completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Apply biomedical terms typically encountered in health care documentation including pronunciation and spelling
- Apply medical abbreviations and acronyms found in health care documentation with respect to their general meaning
- Understand the role of risk factors in health and disease
- Demonstrate the usage of various resources to clarify understanding of medical terms and conditions
- Demonstrate knowledge of the structural units of the body including cells, tissues, organ, and body systems
- Examine the anatomical structures, their location and associated physiological functions, for each tissue, organ, and body system
- Demonstrate the course of a pathological condition in terms of etiology, clinical manifestations, changes in structure and function, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and prognosis
- Compare normal and abnormal results of the more common diagnostic interventions
- Explain types of interventions related to pathological conditions
- Judge the consistency or inconsistency between the health care professional’s diagnoses and the content of the complete health record
- Demonstrate knowledge of the relationship between body systems or functions and the whole body
Awards
There are no awards available for this course or program at this time. Click here to learn more about student awards.
Requirements
To be successful in the Pathophysiology course, students should meet the following requirements.
Language
English is the language of instruction for all CHA Learning courses. It is therefore recommended that students be competent in reading, writing and speaking English.
Technical
Students must have basic computer knowledge and internet navigation skills; and access to a computer with Windows 7 or higher.
Please note:
- CHA Learning staff can only assist Windows operating system users and provide technical support in relation to our website; we do not provide technical support for internet and/or basic computer use.
Other technical requirements:
Screen Resolution | 800x600 (minimum); 1024x768 (recommended) |
Internet Browser | The most recent version of one of the following: Google Chrome Internet Explorer Microsoft Edge Firefox Opera Safari |
Plug-ins | Pop-up blocker: Disabled Java Script: Enabled Cookies: Enabled Adobe Flash Player V13 (minimum) |
Internet Connection | Broadband (cable or DSL) connection required |
Software | Word processing software AND Adobe Reader |
Other | Access to a scanner |
Enrolment Process
There are no application prerequisites for this course. To enrol:
- Click on the enrol/apply button
- Add the product to your cart
- Create an account if you are new to CHA Learning or sign in to your existing account
- Complete the Billing Information page
- Enter your payment information, accept the terms and conditions and make your payment
- Within seven business days you will receive an email with instructions to access the course/program materials.
Grading
Students are evaluated on 22 chapter quizzes. Quizzes are completed online and are self-marking. The quizzes are worth 50% of the overall course grade. Once all chapter quizzes have been completed, students will be able to access the final exam. The final exam is timed (2.5 hours) and a minimum grade of 50% is required to pass. The final exam is weighted at 50% of the overall course grade.
Course Certificate
CHA Learning will award students a certificate for successful completion of the course.
Credits
This course can be taken in combination with Medical Terminology and/or Anatomy & Physiology.
This course meets the HIM Program entry requirement for a minimum grade 12 science. CHA Learning recommends taking Anatomy & Physiology as the admission credit.
Completion of this course prior to entry to the HIM program exempts the learner from taking this course again within the HIM curriculum.
Cost
Tuition
- $550 for Canadians
- $750 for International Students
A textbook is also required, which students must buy independently. Find more information below.
All prices listed above are in CAD.
Please note: Bulk registration discounts are available for groups. Please review the Group Enrolment information here.
Required Textbook
The required textbook must be purchased independently by the student, it is not included in the tuition price.
Book Title: Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 6th Edition (2018) authored by Hubert, R.J. & VanMeter, K.C.
The following ISBNs are associated with this title:
Paperback:
- 9780323414425
eBook:
- 9780323414418
Curriculum
The Pathophysiology course is divided into 22 units:
- Introduction to Pathophysiology
- Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Imbalances
- Pain
- Inflammation and Healing
- Infection
- Immunity
- Skin Disorders
- Musculoskeletal System Disorders
- Nervous System Disorders
- Disorders of the Eyes, Ears, and Other Sensory Organs
- Endocrine System Disorders
- Blood, Circulatory and Lymphatic System Disorders
- Cardiovascular System Disorders
- Respiratory System Disorders
- Digestive System Disorders
- Urinary System Disorders
- Reproductive System Disorders and Complications of Pregnancy
- Neoplasms and Cancer
- Introduction to Basic Pharmacology and Other Common Therapies
- Congenital and Genetic Disorders
- Complications of Adolescence, Aging, Immobility and Associated Problems
- Stress, Substance Abuse, Environmental Hazards and Associated Problems