Patient Care and Handling Techniques in Individuals with Autism Spectrum, Course Code: CO2236726
This course will provide information on the screening, assessment, and safe handling of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Patient Care and Handling Techniques in Individuals with Autism Spectrum, Course Code: CO2236726
This course will provide information on the screening, assessment, and safe handling of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Ethics in Mental Health, Course Code: CO2236752
There are ethical guidelines to consider when providing mental health care to a patient. The Board of Behavioral Sciences and the American Psychiatric Association outlines the ethical guidelines for practitioners providing direct services. As an allied health professional, it is important to know these guidelines and to understand how and where to apply them.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Ethics in Mental Health, Course Code: CO2236752
There are ethical guidelines to consider when providing mental health care to a patient. The Board of Behavioral Sciences and the American Psychiatric Association outlines the ethical guidelines for practitioners providing direct services. As an allied health professional, it is important to know these guidelines and to understand how and where to apply them.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Mental Health Medication Introduction and Overview, Course Code: CO2236749
This course will walk the learner through the types of medications used to treat mental health disorders, side effects, and review a select few of the warnings issued by the FDA about medications. Disorders covered in this course include schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and ADHD.
Note: this course does not provide information about diagnosing mental disorders and should not be considered a comprehensive source for all medications available.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Mental Health Medication Introduction and Overview, Course Code: CO2236749
This course will walk the learner through the types of medications used to treat mental health disorders, side effects, and review a select few of the warnings issued by the FDA about medications. Disorders covered in this course include schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and ADHD.
Note: this course does not provide information about diagnosing mental disorders and should not be considered a comprehensive source for all medications available.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Provisions for Residents with Dementia, Cousrse Code: CO2236756
This course will provide the learner with an overview of progressive support and care recommendations for individuals with dementia (including Alzheimer?? Disease) based on the person-centered care approach. Recommendations will include situational assessment, personal care and assistance with the activities of daily living (ADLs), safety and autonomy considerations, and lastly, end of life care and timing of hospice.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Provisions for Residents with Dementia, Cousrse Code: CO2236756
This course will provide the learner with an overview of progressive support and care recommendations for individuals with dementia (including Alzheimer?? Disease) based on the person-centered care approach. Recommendations will include situational assessment, personal care and assistance with the activities of daily living (ADLs), safety and autonomy considerations, and lastly, end of life care and timing of hospice.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Depression in Adolescents, Course Code: CO2236730
In this course, participants will gain a better understanding of depression during adolescence, including specific age-related risk factors. We will discuss the importance of a thorough mental health evaluation to best diagnose depression as well as treatment and preventative strategies to combat this condition.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Depression in Adolescents, Course Code: CO2236730
In this course, participants will gain a better understanding of depression during adolescence, including specific age-related risk factors. We will discuss the importance of a thorough mental health evaluation to best diagnose depression as well as treatment and preventative strategies to combat this condition.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Depression in Children, Course Code: CO2236728
In this course, participants will learn about depression in children. We will discuss types of depressive disorders, predisposing risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. In addition, we will discuss prevention strategies to reduce the incidence of depression in children.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Depression in Children, Course Code: CO2236728
In this course, participants will learn about depression in children. We will discuss types of depressive disorders, predisposing risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. In addition, we will discuss prevention strategies to reduce the incidence of depression in children.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Diagnosis in Mental Health, Course Code: CO2236753
When patients seek medical care it is important to recognize that mental health issues may be contributing to their physical complaints. It is not uncommon for a patient complaining of chest pain to be deemed as having anxiety or panic rather than a heart attack. As whole beings, mind and body are connected and there are scores of evidence to show how much our thoughts affect our mood and our physical health. This course provides an overview of how to diagnose mental heath issues and discusses what tools to utilize in healthcare settings.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Diagnosis in Mental Health, Course Code: CO2236753
When patients seek medical care it is important to recognize that mental health issues may be contributing to their physical complaints. It is not uncommon for a patient complaining of chest pain to be deemed as having anxiety or panic rather than a heart attack. As whole beings, mind and body are connected and there are scores of evidence to show how much our thoughts affect our mood and our physical health. This course provides an overview of how to diagnose mental heath issues and discusses what tools to utilize in healthcare settings.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Mental Health and Suicide Prevention. Identification of Risk Factors and Intervention, Course Code: CO2236750
This course has been designed to help clinicians assess and manage suicide risk in patients. Participants will be able to identify the risk and protective factors associated with suicide, recognize warning signs, and successfully address those concerns with patients.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in the state.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Mental Health and Suicide Prevention. Identification of Risk Factors and Intervention, Course Code: CO2236750
This course has been designed to help clinicians assess and manage suicide risk in patients. Participants will be able to identify the risk and protective factors associated with suicide, recognize warning signs, and successfully address those concerns with patients.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in the state.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Overview of Depression, Course Code: CO2236727
Depression is a common but serious mood disorder that can affect how you feel, think, and behave. It can lead to an array of emotional and physical problems and decrease your ability to function at work and at home. Left untreated, depression can be devastating, with symptoms lasting a few months to several years. Fortunately, with early detection, diagnosis, and a comprehensive treatment plan, many people can, and do, get better.
This course will provide an overview of depression that identifies signs, symptoms, and causes, as well as changes that take place in the brain. Medications and alternative treatment therapies will be identified, then prevention techniques and available resources will be discussed.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.
Overview of Depression, Course Code: CO2236727
Depression is a common but serious mood disorder that can affect how you feel, think, and behave. It can lead to an array of emotional and physical problems and decrease your ability to function at work and at home. Left untreated, depression can be devastating, with symptoms lasting a few months to several years. Fortunately, with early detection, diagnosis, and a comprehensive treatment plan, many people can, and do, get better.
This course will provide an overview of depression that identifies signs, symptoms, and causes, as well as changes that take place in the brain. Medications and alternative treatment therapies will be identified, then prevention techniques and available resources will be discussed.
This course is approved by Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to provide continuing education credit for long term care workers in Washington State.