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Pandemic Mental Health
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Understand the psychological impact of pandemics on patients, healthcare workers, and the general public. This 1-hour course provides insights into managing mental health challenges during infectious disease outbreaks. Credits are automatically reported to CE Broker for hassle-free compliance.

Pandemic Mental Health
Understand the psychological impact of pandemics on patients, healthcare workers, and the general public. This 1-hour course provides insights into managing mental health challenges during infectious disease outbreaks. Credits are automatically reported to CE Broker for hassle-free compliance.
Nationally & state accredited
Course Features
What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:
Discuss the mental health impacts of pandemics.
Describe common reactions to stressful or traumatic events. Identify healthy coping mechanisms that individuals can use to manage stress and anxiety during a crisis.
Identify ways to manage the mental health needs of special populations, such as children, individuals at increased risk for mental health concerns, and health care workers and first responders.
Identify ways in which health care providers and facilities can position themselves to respond to the mental health needs of patients during pandemics.
Identify resources for providers who need additional information on mental health management and treatment during a crisis.
Course description
Pandemic Mental Health is a 1-hour continuing education (CE) course developed for healthcare professionals seeking to understand and address the widespread psychological effects of pandemics. While much focus is placed on the physical outcomes of infectious disease outbreaks, the mental health impact is equally significant and long-lasting—for patients, frontline workers, and the broader community.
This course examines the psychological consequences of pandemics, including increased rates of anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and substance use. Participants will gain insight into the emotional toll that isolation, uncertainty, loss, and fear can have on mental well-being. Through clinical frameworks and evidence-based practices, healthcare professionals will learn how to identify signs of mental health distress, support patients during crisis, and deliver trauma-informed care.
In addition to patient care, the course places special emphasis on the mental health of healthcare providers themselves. Strategies for preventing burnout, practicing emotional resilience, and incorporating self-care into daily routines are presented to help professionals maintain personal well-being during extended periods of crisis response.
Key topics include:
Common emotional responses to public health emergencies
Recognizing and managing anxiety, depression, and trauma
Addressing stigma and misinformation
Self-care and resilience-building strategies for providers
Communication techniques for mental health support
This course equips healthcare providers with the skills and perspective needed to deliver compassionate, effective mental health care throughout the lifecycle of a pandemic.
Course content
Introduction
Mental Health Impact of Pandemics
Common Reactions to Stressful or Traumatic Events
Managing Mental Health During a Crisis
Responding to the Mental Health Needs of Patients
Mental Health Resources for Providers
Conclusion
Course details
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Instructor

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
Accreditations
AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for occupational therapy professionals.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Pandemic Mental Health", provides 1 contact hour of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Occupational Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Clinical Laboratory, Athletic Training, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Massage Therapy, Dentistry, Nursing, Mental Health. 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, Speech-Language Pathology Intern, Clinical Laboratory Technician, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Audiology Intern, Speech-Language Pathologist - SA, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Audiologist, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, 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, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Dental Hygienist, Certified Nurse Aides, Advanced Dental Assistant, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Athletic Trainer, Occupational Therapist, Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Director, Clinical Nurse Specialist, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Nurse Practitioner, Dentist, Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Dental Technician, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Respiratory Therapist, Master's Social Work, Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care, 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, General Dentist, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, 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.
Most helpful reviews
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.
Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
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.
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.
Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
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.
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 and, Content Expert and Faculty
Marie T. Fluent, DDS, CDIPC - Dentist Planner
Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer
Luke Porter – Content Reviewer
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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