Short Courses & Continuing Professional Development

Targeted, applied training for infectious disease control and public health practice.

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SHORT COURSES & CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Targeted, Applied Training for Infectious Disease Control and Public Health Practice

AIRID's Short Courses and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes provide focused, competency-based training designed to strengthen practical skills in infectious disease research, surveillance, diagnostics, vector control, and programme implementation.

These courses are designed for professionals working in public health programmes, laboratories, research institutions, NGOs, and government agencies, and are delivered through AIRID's research platforms, laboratories, and field sites.

Short courses form a core pillar of AIRID's education and capacity-strengthening mission, complementing its MSc and Professional Diploma programmes.

Purpose of AIRID Short Courses

AIRID's short courses are designed to:

  • Address urgent skills gaps in infectious disease control and surveillance
  • Provide hands-on, applied training linked to real research and programme settings
  • Support continuing professional development for public health practitioners
  • Strengthen institutional and workforce capacity at national and regional levels

Courses are modular and flexible, allowing participants and institutions to select training aligned with their operational needs.

Who the Courses Are For

AIRID short courses are suitable for:

  • Public health programme officers and managers
  • Laboratory scientists and technicians
  • Entomologists and vector control specialists
  • Epidemiologists and surveillance officers
  • Researchers and data analysts
  • Regulatory, ethics, and quality assurance personnel

Entry requirements are defined per course and are based on relevant academic or professional background.

Delivery Approach

Short courses are delivered using a blend of:

  • Interactive lectures and seminars
  • Laboratory-based practical sessions
  • Field and semi-field exercises
  • Case studies and problem-based learning
  • Group work and applied assignments

Training is delivered by AIRID scientists and technical staff, with contributions from national and international experts where appropriate.

Courses may be delivered:

  • On-site at AIRID facilities
  • As customised training for institutions and programmes
  • Through blended or modular formats, depending on course design

Portfolio of Short Courses

AIRID offers a structured portfolio of short courses covering key thematic areas in infectious disease research and control.

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Certification and Recognition

Participants who successfully complete AIRID short courses receive:

  • Certificates of completion issued by AIRID
  • Recognition aligned with continuing professional development principles

Where applicable, courses may contribute to professional or institutional CPD requirements, subject to partner and regulatory arrangements.

Customised and Institutional Training

In addition to scheduled courses, AIRID offers customised short courses tailored to the needs of:

  • National disease control programmes
  • Laboratories and research institutions
  • NGOs and implementing partners
  • Government agencies

Customised courses can be adapted in content, duration, and delivery format to meet specific institutional objectives.

Governance and Quality Assurance

AIRID short courses operate under the Institute's education and training governance framework, with:

  • Designated course coordinators
  • Defined curricula and learning objectives
  • Participant feedback and periodic review

This ensures quality, relevance, and continuous improvement across the short-course portfolio.

Strategic Value

AIRID's short courses:

  • Strengthen applied skills critical for infectious disease control
  • Support workforce development and institutional capacity
  • Complement AIRID's research and academic training programmes
  • Contribute to sustainable, African-led public health expertise

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