Microbes Course
Master key lab skills for respiratory pathogens in this Microbes Course. Learn PCR, culture, microscopy, specimen handling, result interpretation, and infection control to make confident, evidence-based decisions in biological and clinical settings.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
The Microbes Course offers a focused, practical overview of respiratory pathogens and the lab skills needed to detect, identify, and interpret them with confidence. Learn PCR and antigen testing, culture methods for bacteria and fungi, microscopy, and susceptibility testing, plus best practices for specimen collection, infection control, outbreak response, and making sound, evidence-based treatment recommendations.
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Develop skills
- Respiratory pathogen ID: rapidly recognize key viral, bacterial, and fungal agents.
- Diagnostic methods: apply PCR, culture, and microscopy for fast, reliable results.
- Specimen handling: collect, transport, and reject samples using best practices.
- Result interpretation: resolve mixed findings and guide targeted antimicrobial use.
- Infection control: implement ward-level isolation, PPE, and outbreak response steps.
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