NRTH 108: Socio-Technical Theory
This 1 module (3 CE credit) course introduces nurses to the Socio-Technical Theory which consists of three main dimensions or subsystems: social (people, culture, goals), technical (technology, infrastructure, processes), and the environmental dimension that enfolds the first two.
Ideally, thought and resources are applied to ensure all three subsystems interact together smoothly and harmoniously.
This online course consists of a lesson, assigned reading and supportive videos, and is evaluated by completing a 10-item final examination.
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This course is intended to provide the learner with the opportunity to:
- Identify the characteristics of the three dimensions of the Socio-Technical Theory.
- Recognize the suitability and application of the Socio-Technical Theory in the field of nursing informatics specialization.
- Describe the process that ensures change adaptation through use of the Socio-Technical Theory.
- Transpose the Socio-Technical Theory to their own development within the field of nursing informatics.
Assessment
Learners are evaluated by completing a 10-item final examination.
Certificate
Upon completion, learners will receive a Board Approved Certificate of Completion for 3 CE credits in digital format.
Registration
Tuition is only $ 20 USD. Once registered in our secure commerce area you can select the course and pay using PayPal (to process your credit card, bank withdrawal or e-check payment), Company/Institutional Check or Money Order to register for the course. Please note, if you elect to pay using e-check, check or money order, there will be a waiting period before enrollment, until the payment has cleared. Once registered, you will be manually enrolled to access the course within the learning management system, and your user name and password will be emailed to you. You can register at any time, since this is a 1 to 1 course and is done at your own pace. Click here to enroll in NRTH 108 now!