Learning outcomes

After studying this course, you should be able to:

  • identify some of the instances in a care setting where a computer is, or is likely to be, involved
  • describe, in simple terms, the difference between data and information
  • give a simple explanation of why computers are important to people working in health and social care in terms of data and information
  • explain in simple terms what a computer program is, and why one is necessary
  • explain the role of the computer with respect to the data given to it and how this can improve health and social care delivery.