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.

Asthma in Australia: 6. Severe asthma

Hours: 1 | EA:  1 | MO: 0 | RP: 0

This module gives an in-depth look at severe asthma in the Australian landscape, and the impact that it has on patients. The module explores the role of the wider medical team, including specialists, and guides participants through the SIMPLES approach to optimising management for patients with difficult-to-treat asthma. The module also gives an overview on utilising spirometry in a primary care setting, and provides practical treatment tips for rural and remote patients.

GP Clinical Enhancement Module: Youth mental health

MHST advanced course | Hours: 6 | EA: 2 | MO: 0 | RP: 4

This clinical enhancement module looks at the key diagnostic and management features for common youth mental health issues. These include depression, anxiety and borderline personality disorder, with an emphasis on indigenous and LGBTIQ youth. The role of the GP as part of a primary care team is discussed together with the principles for best practice management of these conditions. A range of both pharmacological and non-pharmacological management modalities are explored through case studies.

Mental Health Skills Training: Core Module

MHST Advanced course | Hours: 6 | EA: 4.5 | MO: 0 | RP: 1.5

This activity looks at the key diagnostic and management features for common mental illnesses, including depression, anxiety, bipolar and schizophrenia. The role of the primary care team is discussed together with the principles for best practice management of these conditions. A range of both pharmacological and non-pharmacological management modalities are explored through case studies.

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