Well-constructed online learning gives you the best of both worlds - quality content that you can work through at your own pace, in your own place, but with a level of personal attention that even rivals face-to-face programs. And, you guessed it; Health e-Learning programs are the BEST of online learning.
Online learning is a flexible way of studying. You can study from any computer connected to the Internet. Our courses are all broken down into modules and/or topics that allow you to study for as long as you want to, or for as little time as you can spare at a sitting. You can repeat the modules until you understand them completely. Our major programs are facilitated by experts in that field. You’ll have easy and quick contact with your facilitator. AND, you’ll be able to see who else is studying the same course and talk with them using the course forum.
We use a student-friendly educational software platform that will facilitate your learning using course content prepared by the professional development educator; relevant graphics; interactive quizzes, crosswords, etc; direct links to other excellent websites relevant to your studies; optional and required readings (provided); workbook activities; forum discussions; exercises and assignments as applicable to your program.
What do I need to know?
You must know how to use a computer.
You must know the basics of using your browser.
It is highly desirable that you are familiar with the Internet and sending emails.
What computer requirements are there?
To study on-line students need...- A minimum of a 486 personal computer [Pentium much preferred] or Macintosh with 68040 CPU [Power PC preferred]
- Windows 95 or Mac OS System 7.1.2, or greater
- VGA with 8 bit colour (256 colours) or greater
- 8MB RAM preferred or greater
If you are reading this you probably have the above already!
You will need a RECENT browser installed on your computer.
 OR OR  Safari for Mac AND 
We recommend using Mozilla Firefox and the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Macintosh users will get best results from using Safari or Mozilla Firefox as their browser. (IE for Mac has many problems when interacting with educational software).
Click on the icons above to download these programs for free.
You’ll also need an email address (please add us to your ‘friends list’ if you have a spam filter), and a regularly updated virus protection program.
Do my computer settings need to be changed?
Most people won’t need to make any changes. However, just check a few things in your browser:
- Enable Java script
- Enable cookies
- And for best computer performance clear your cache, then set to check for updates every time a page is opened.
OK. I’ve got all that. Now how should I organize my studies?
Studying online is different to studying face-to-face. Here’s some tips to help you...- Set aside a time when you can work uninterrupted. Be firm with family, friends or workmates who may disturb you. Treat this time as a face-to-face class. You may be home or at work, but you are actually 'not around'.
- Stick to your chosen time.
- If your course is tutored, plan to contact your tutor every week.
- Use the forums or email addresses to communicate with your colleagues
- Break the work into manageable chunks and tick off each part as you complete it. Give yourself a treat for completing a chunk.
- Stay well and healthy. Do these Occupational Health and Safety exercises regularly so you do not get sore eyes, a sore back or RSI (repetitive strain injury). Click on this link to find out about Occupational Health and Safety when working or studying online.
Enjoy your studies!
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