Education

Gain a succinct overview of specific topics relating to every day practice with our wide range of education modules and advanced courses; quick and easy to complete anytime, anywhere. You will receive a certificate for completing any of these education activities. CPD points are also available. Our advanced courses provide the opportunity to develop indepth knowledge, skills, behaviour and attitudes in a range of therapeutic areas.

Practice points: COVID-19, five years on - what has changed?

Hours: 1 | EA: 0.5 | MO: 0 | RP: 0.5

Having lived with COVID-19 for half a decade, how has the management and treatment landscape changed? Develop a practical understanding of the current state of COVID-19 management and the tools the contemporary GP has at their disposal, through this multimedia activity featuring a series of case studies.

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Transformational technologies in type 2 diabetes: CGM and connected insulin pens

Advanced course | Hours: 6.5 | EA: 3 | MO: 2 | RP: 1.5 |GPs only

This advanced course will take you on an illuminating journey into data-driven type 2 diabetes management involving continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and connected insulin pens, with an opportunity to practically engage with the technology and data that can change our patients’ lives.

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On-demand webinar: Chronic kidney disease - what GPs can do to prevent progression and premature death

In this webinar, nephrologist Dr Richard Phoon discusses the latest recommendations on diagnosing and managing your patients with CKD.

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On-demand webinar: RSV - winter season management of older adult patients with comorbidities

On-demand webinar | Hours: 1.5 | EA: 1.5 | MO: 0 | RP: 0

This on-demand webinar, GP Dr Peter Eizenberg, Professor Lucy Morgan and Pharmacist Debbie Rigby explore the epidemiology and impact of RSV in older adults, especially those with comorbidities. This webinar will also outline the importance of preventive measures, the safety and efficacy data of the new RSV vaccines for older adults, and the implementation of RSV vaccination in Australia, Including the latest updates in the Australian Immunisation Handbook chapter on RSV.

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Asthma in Australia: Practical solutions for challenges in primary care

Advanced course | Hours: 7 | EA: 5 | MO: 0 | RP: 2

Based on current Australian guidelines, this activity covers best practice diagnostic and management principles for asthma, strategies for preventative care and reducing the risk of hospitalisation, and real-world tips for making the most of your consultation time with a patient.

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Asthma in Australia: 1. Asthma basics

Hours: 1 | EA: 1 | MO: 0 | RP: 0

This module provides an overview of the current prevalence and impact of asthma in Australia, and will help you identify common challenges to providing optimal asthma care in primary practice. Participants will gain an understanding of the heterogeneity of asthma and the importance of tailoring treatment to the individual patient.

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Asthma in Australia: 2. Partnering with your patients

Hours: 1 | EA: 1 | MO: 0 | RP: 0

This module looks at the impact of asthma for patients with mild-to-moderate and severe disease, and helps you give your patients the tools to self-manage their condition. The module also explores the psychosocial factors that can increase the impact of asthma, and provides practical tips and resources for mitigating these.

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Asthma in Australia: 3. Adjusting treatment and encouraging adherence

Hours: 1 | EA: 1 | MO: 0 | RP: 0

This module explores the key barriers to adherence for your asthma patients, and presents strategies to manage these challenges based on current Australian guidelines. Participants will be able to access practical resources designed to help create a written asthma action plan for your patients, as well as tips on how to make the most of your consultation time with a patient.

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