Introduction to Risk Assessment in Healthcare

$15.00

Format: On demand

Duration: 200 Mins

Instructors: Coral MED

Learning Credits: 0.2 CEU

*This course was updated on Oct 31, 2025.

Description

This unit introduces learners to the fundamental principles and processes of risk assessment in healthcare. It explores how organizations identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks that could affect patient safety, data integrity, and regulatory compliance. Learners will examine the ethical and legal imperatives of risk assessment, understand key concepts such as hazards and vulnerabilities, and explore both qualitative and quantitative assessment tools. Emphasis is placed on building a proactive culture of safety and accountability within healthcare systems.

Define risk assessment and provide its fundamental importance within diverse healthcare settings. Identify and enumerate the key stakeholders who play a crucial role in the healthcare risk assessment process. Classify and differentiate between various categories of healthcare risks, including but not limited to operational, financial, and clinical risks. Illustrate and describe the essential components of a robust risk management framework. Explain the direct correlation between effective risk assessment and the assurance of patient safety and regulatory compliance within healthcare organizations. Analyze the central role of risk assessment within the overarching healthcare compliance strategy. Evaluate the critical importance of proactive and early risk identification in mitigating and preventing adverse healthcare incidents.
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments in healthcare environments. Classify and prioritize risks based on their likelihood and potential impact. Apply both qualitative and quantitative risk evaluation techniques. Communicate risk findings effectively to stakeholders. Develop strategies that foster a culture of safety and compliance within healthcare organizations.
Basic understanding of healthcare operations, regulatory compliance principles, or completion of Module 1 – Foundation Knowledge is recommended before taking this unit.
Follow Coral Plus LMS policies: participation, integrity, respectful conduct, HIPAA/privacy adherence, timely completion of assessments. 1. Participants should register in advance to receive access details. 2. Access links and passwords, if applicable, should be provided securely to registered participants. 3. Participants are encouraged to join the webinar a few minutes early to resolve any technical issues 4. Participants are responsible for ensuring a stable internet connection, compatible devices (computer, tablet, or smartphone), and recommended browsers. 5. A microphone and webcam may be required for interactive sessions. Please test your audio and video settings in advance. 6. The webinar may be recorded for educational purposes. 7. Recorded sessions may be shared with registered participants after the webinar. 8. Please be mindful not to share personal or confidential information during the webinar. 9. A detailed agenda will be provided, and each session will adhere to the schedule to cover all planned topics. 10. Time will be allocated for Q&A sessions and discussions. 11. A helpdesk or contact information for technical support will be provided during the webinar. 12. Common technical issues will be addressed at the beginning of the session. 13. Relevant resources, such as presentation slides or additional reading materials, will be shared after the webinar.
This course is ideal for: Healthcare compliance officers and administrators Quality assurance professionals Risk management and patient safety officers Clinical supervisors and department heads Health information management and IT compliance staff Students or early-career professionals pursuing roles in healthcare governance or compliance