Course description

Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) is a proven public health strategy aimed at protecting young children from malaria during the high transmission season. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the purpose, scheduling, drug regimen, delivery methods, and the impact of SMC. You will learn about the combination of Sulfadoxine-Pyrimethamine (SP) and Amodiaquine (AQ), how SMC is administered across four to five monthly cycles depending on rainfall patterns, and the role of Community Drug Distributors (CDDs) in ensuring effective coverage. By the end of this course, learners will understand the critical importance of SMC in reducing malaria episodes and child mortality, and how it fits into broader malaria prevention efforts.

What will i learn?

• Define Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC)
• Explain the purpose and effectiveness of SMC in preventing malaria
• Identify the target population and appropriate timing for SMC administration
• Understand the correct dosage and drug regimen for SMC (SP + AQ)
• Describe the roles and responsibilities of Community Drug Distributors (CDDs)
• Explain the structure of SMC cycles and rounds based on rainfall patterns
• Recognize the importance of combining SMC with other malaria prevention strategies

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