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Course Description

This course is 28 learning hours. It is recommended that students spend an average of 7 hours per week on this course.

This course builds capability across the validation, launch, and maintenance phases of the healthcare systems life cycle. Learners script realistic day-in-the-life scenarios, lead System Integration Testing and User Acceptance Testing, conduct anti-data-blocking compliance reviews aligned with the proposed Connected Care for Canadians Act (Bill S-5), manage vendor patching, and design role-specific education using adult learning principles.

Course Outline

  • Module 1: Systems Life Cycle and Testing
  • Module 2: Regulatory Compliance and Maintenance
  • Module 3: Educational Design and Competency Validation
  • Module 4: Go-Live Support

What You Will Learn

Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Script clinical scenarios for System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
  • Plan and lead validation activities for system launches
  • Audit configurations for compliance with anti-data-blocking requirements
  • Assess how vendor patches and ongoing maintenance affect clinical operations
  • Design role-specific training and frontline support systems

Notes

By enrolling in this course, you will be automatically enrolled in the Certificate in Clinical Informatics Analyst, developed in partnership with NewPath Education. 

The Faculty of Open Learning & Career Development recommends an intermediate level of English language proficiency for the most effective learning and participation in our online and face-to-face courses. A list of the minimum recommended scores on some common English tests can be found on our website. If you have questions about your English language proficiency and ability to succeed in this course, please contact openlearning@dal.ca.

Recommended For

  • Clinical professionals seeking stronger technical fluency in digital health
  • Information Technology (IT) professionals looking to build knowledge of healthcare environments and workflows
  • Professionals involved in Electronic Health Record (EHR) implementation, interoperability, and system testing
  • Learners preparing for roles in clinical informatics, workflow optimization, and digital transformation

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
System Validation and Education
Type
Online - Self-Paced
Dates
Oct 13, 2026 to Mar 31, 2027
Total Learning Hours
28.0
Instruction Delivery Method(s)
Course Fee(s)
Fee non-credit $1,000.00
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