CHIS On Demand

Earn up to 5 continuing education credit hours towards the Level 1 Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS) from the Medical Library Association. This class is designed for learners interested in providing consumer health information to their community, with a focus on libraries and information centers.

Objectives

Each module has its own learning objectives specific to the corresponding CHIS competency.

 

5 separate modules cover each Level 1 CHIS competency:

  1. Know the Community
  2. Know the Health Consumer 
  3. Knowledge of Subject Matter and Resources 
  4. Evaluation of Health Information 
  5. Communication, Reference, and Instruction 

Modules can be completed in any order.

Each Module takes about 1 hour to complete and includes a reading and a knowledge check. 

This class is provided entirely online and self-paced through the Moodle learning management system, there is limited instructor interaction. 

Class Length

Up to 5 hours

Class Owner(s)

Contact the NNLM Training Office for more information.

Instructor(s)

Contact the NNLM Training Office for more information.

Continuing Education

This class qualifies for Medical Library Association (MLA) Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS) Level 1.

This class has been approved for up to 5 Medical Library Association (MLA) continuing education credits.

Classes

Event Title Event Start Date Summary Continuing Education Credits CE Categories Is Online Registration
CHIS On Demand 5 independent 1-hour learning modules cover the basics of providing consumer health information in libraries and organizations. Earn up to 5 hours credit towards a Consumer Health Information Specialization. 5.00 CHIS Level 1 On
Event Title Event Start Date Summary Continuing Education Credits CE Categories Is Online Registration
CHIS On Demand 5 independent 1-hour learning modules cover the basics of providing consumer health information in libraries and organizations. Earn up to 5 hours credit towards a Consumer Health Information Specialization. 5.00 CHIS Level 1 On