05. Concepts of Virology
A distance learning opportunity
May 14 & 21, 2026
12:30 – 3:00 PM (CDT)
Registration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.
Registrations received after will receive access to the recording only.
Recordings are available for purchase 90 days after the start of the course and must be completed 60 days after purchase.
Instructor
Patrick Condreay, PhD, RBP(ABSA), Retired Biosafety Officer, Bahama, North Carolina
Overview
Concepts of Virology will briefly review gene expression in eukaryotes and examine several concepts of virology. Characteristics of different viral families will be presented as well as general replication strategies employed by different viruses. Mechanisms of viral pathogenesis and strategies for antiviral intervention will also be explored. Participants should have a familiarity with molecular biology. The course is targeted to the biosafety professional who does not actively conduct laboratory research but would like to gain a basic knowledge of virology.
Objectives
- Define the nature of viruses and clarify how the viruses are classified into families
- Recognize strategies employed by viruses to multiply in a host
- Discuss concepts underlying viral pathogenesis
- Describe methods used to interfere with viral infection and replication
Audience Level: Basic
Suggested Background: None
Who Should Attend: All Biosafety Professionals, Laboratory Workers
CONTACT HOURS
This course has been approved for 0.5 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. *ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 5.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. Course access links are unique and for individual use only. Sharing is prohibited. Duplicate logins or unregistered attendees will be removed from the webinar without a refund.
Course Logistics: Course is two 2.5-hour sessions. Attendees will need to log on 15 minutes prior to the start time. To receive credit and a certificate, attendees must attend the session and complete or access all course modules. The course materials are for registered participants only.
COURSE FEES
ABSA Members $350 USD
Nonmembers $440 USD
To receive the ABSA member rate, participants must be current ABSA members during the training year. Fees include course handouts, access to the ABSA International training site, and 6 hours of expert-led interactive instruction.
Group Discount:
10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization
20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization
30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization
Contact the ABSA office to register your group
Confirmed, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within a few days prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 4/16/2026. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 4/23/2026. No refunds after 4/23/2026.
QUESTIONS
Please direct questions about this course to:
KariAnn DeServi, MEd
Director of Education, ABSA
866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
