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Coronavirus Classification and Analysis

Coronavirus Classification and Analysis

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Course

Learn the properties, classifications, and pathogenesis of different human coronaviruses in this course designed for healthcare professionals.

Nationally & state accredited

Pharmacy

Course Features

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Auto reporting toCPE Monitor
Unlimited course attempts

What you'll learn

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the epidemiologic and virologic factors, including KP.3 variant dominance, wastewater surveillance signals, and hospitalization trends, that prompted the May 2025 update of U.S. COVID‑19 clinical guidance.

  • Integrate variant‑specific vaccine updates and antiviral selection principles into patient‑centered management plans across outpatient, inpatient, and immunocompromised settings.

  • Leverage AI‑driven variant surveillance and wastewater nowcasting data to anticipate community surges and activate tiered surge‑capacity and outpatient antibody/antiviral deployment plans.

  • Identify at least three practice changes introduced since 2023 to improve patient outcomes and reduce transmission.

  • Address health‑equity gaps by utilizing culturally tailored outreach models, data dashboards, and multidisciplinary partnerships to enhance vaccination, testing, and treatment uptake in underserved communities.


Course description

Stay on the leading edge of COVID‑19 care with the most current, evidence‑based strategies for 2025. Drawing on May 2025 U.S. guidance, peer‑reviewed research, and global surveillance data, it traces the virus’s evolution from ancestral strains to the immune‑evasive KP.3 lineage, clarifies variant‑matched vaccination schedules, and synthesizes diagnostic, therapeutic, and infection‑control updates. Interactive modules blend concise science explainers with practical algorithms, immersive case scenarios, and reflections on health equity and provider well‑being. By completion, learners will confidently tailor prevention, testing, and treatment plans to diverse patient populations, anticipate surges using AI‑enhanced tools, and advocate for resilient, equitable public‑health policies.


Course content

  • Introduction

  • Mapping COVID‑19 Epidemiology in 2025

  • Unraveling SARS‑CoV‑2 Virology and Pathogenesis

  • Navigating the 2024–2025 Variant Landscape

  • Clinical Presentation Across Populations

  • Diagnostics Testing Strategies and Interpretation

  • Strengthening Infection Prevention and Control in Healthcare Settings

  • Optimizing COVID‑19 Therapeutics and Clinical Management

  • Tailoring COVID‑19 Care for Special Populations

  • Vaccination Strategies and May 2025 ACIP Recommendations

  • Occupational Health and Provider Well‑Being

  • Advancing Health Equity and Community Engagement

  • Public Health Measures and Policy

  • Future Directions and Research Agenda

  • Case Studies and Applied Scenarios

  • Course Summary and Key Takeaways

  • References


Course details

Release Date06/21/2026
Expiration Date06/21/2029
ACPE UAN0657-0000-26-073-H01-P 0657-0000-26-073-H01-T
CE Broker ID20-711749
AGD Number386503 | Course Code: 024
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring

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Instructor

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Patricia DunnDNP, APRN, FNP-BC

Patricia Dunn DNP, APRN, FNP-BC is a Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Nurse and 20 years as a Registered Nurse. She has served as an APRN for Florida Pain Institute, Heart Rhythm Associates of Brevard, House Calls of Central Florida. She earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Walden University, Minneapolis.


Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit

Licensed Mental Health CounselorDental TherapistDietitian - NutritionistSpeech-Language Pathology InternClinical Laboratory TechnicianCertified Respiratory TherapistAudiology InternSpeech-Language Pathologist - SADieticianOccupational Therapy AssistantCertified Chiropractic Physician AssistantAudiologistPharmacistMedical DoctorSocial Worker InternSpeech-Language Pathology AssistantSpeech-Language Pathologist Special VolunteerAudiologist Special VolunteerLicensed Social WorkerLicensed Clinical Social WorkerCertified Master Social WorkerLicensed Independent Marriage and Family TherapistLicensed Independent Social WorkerExpanded Function Dental AssistantRegistered Respiratory TherapistDental HygienistExpanded Function Dental AuxiliaryAdvanced Dental AssistantChiropractic PhysicianAdvanced Practice NursesAthletic TrainerClinical Chemistry DiplomateOccupational TherapistClinical Laboratory TechnologistClinical Laboratory DirectorCertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistLicensed Practical NurseLicensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerNurse PractitionerRegistered NursePodiatric PhysicianPhysician AssistantAdvanced Practice Registered NurseOsteopathic PhysicianLicensed Mental Health Counselor InternDental TechnicianLicensed Masters Social WorkerCommunity Dental Health CoordinatorRespiratory TherapistMaster's Social WorkRespiratory Care Practitioner Critical CareDental LabRespiratory Care PractitionerSpeech-Language Pathologist LtdLicensed Certified Social WorkerLicensed Baccalaureate Social WorkerLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist InternLicensed Independent Social Worker DualCertified Nursing AssistantRespiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical CareAudiologist InternRegistered Social Worker AssistantLicensed Marriage and Family TherapistLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist SupervisorRegistered Dental AssistantPharmacy TechnicianBachelor's Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Advanced PracticeDental Assistant RadiographerClinical Laboratory SupervisorLicensed Graduate Social WorkerSpeech-Language PathologistLicensed Independent Social Worker Clinical PracticeLicensed Massage TherapistDental AssistantAudiology Assistant

Accreditations

AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for occupational therapy professionals.

  • Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners

  • Florida Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Mississippi State Department of Health – Bureau of Professional Licensure for Occupational Therapists


Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "Coronavirus Classification and Analysis", provides 3 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Occupational Therapy, Dietetics and Nutrition, Respiratory Therapy, Clinical Laboratory, Athletic Training, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Massage Therapy, Clinical Chemistry, Dentistry, Nursing, Mental Health, Physician, Pharmacy. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Dental Therapist, Dietitian - Nutritionist, Speech-Language Pathology Intern, Clinical Laboratory Technician, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Audiology Intern, Speech-Language Pathologist - SA, Dietician, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified Chiropractic Physician Assistant, Audiologist, Pharmacist, Medical Doctor, Social Worker Intern, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, Speech-Language Pathologist Special Volunteer, Audiologist Special Volunteer, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Social Worker, Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Dental Hygienist, Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary, Advanced Dental Assistant, Chiropractic Physician, Advanced Practice Nurses, Athletic Trainer, Clinical Chemistry Diplomate, Occupational Therapist, Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Director, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, Podiatric Physician, Physician Assistant, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Osteopathic Physician, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Dental Technician, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Community Dental Health Coordinator, Respiratory Therapist, Master's Social Work, Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care, Dental Lab, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Speech-Language Pathologist Ltd, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Certified Nursing Assistant, Respiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical Care, Audiologist Intern, Registered Social Worker Assistant, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, Registered Dental Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Dental Assistant Radiographer, Clinical Laboratory Supervisor, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Speech-Language Pathologist, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice, Licensed Massage Therapist, Dental Assistant, Audiology Assistant. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.


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Dawn O.Nutritionist
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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Requirements & disclosures

Financial Disclosures

This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:

  • Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner,Content Developer and Faculty

  • Luke Porter – Planner, Editor, and Reviewer (AchieveCE)

  • Robert Surratt, MD – Content Developer and Faculty

  • Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner

  • Marie T. Fluent, DDS, CDIPC - Dentist Planner

  • Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer (AchieveCE)

  • Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher

Passing Grade

Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection


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