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DV-alert Multicultural 2-day Workshop What is DV-Alert? DV-alert is a nationally recognised training program that provides skills to respectfully Recognise, Respond and Refer cases of family violence to relevant support services and is funded by the Department of Social Services (DSS). Is DV-Alert an Accredited Workshop? Participants that are assessed as competent will receive an accredited Statement of Attainment for the unit CHCDFV001 - Recognise and Respond Appropriately to Domestic & Family Violence. The training is structured to support assessment and training delivery against the relevant unit of competency and qualifications in Community Services CHC v3. Who is Eligible? This...

The Rural Health West CPD REACT+ workshop is designed to assist Western Australian Visiting Medical Practitioners to maintain their emergency knowledge and skills, and gain formal assessment towards their emergency credentialing, as required by WA Country Health Service. Covering medical emergencies, major trauma and cardiac arrest in adults and children, and associated lifesaving procedural skills training. REACT+ is a highly interactive workshop. Participants are provided with audiovisual pre-learning materials and the course consists almost entirely of small group practical skills stations and simulated scenarios. Eligibility:  All medical practitioners are welcome to register with priority given to currently practicing rural and remote...

This session will cover target ranges for blood glucose levels, Meaningful monitoring, risk management and problem solving using blood glucose monitoring.

This session will look at a range of new injectable therapies targeted at reducing weight and improving blood glucose levels.

In this session, one of our credentialled diabetes educators, will help you learn how to support those with diabetes to decode food labels and increase their confidence to make healthy food choices.

Course Summary Nurses and midwives play a crucial role in the prevention and management of blood borne viruses (BBVs) and sexually transmissible infections (STIs). Synopsis This four-part training course helps nurses, midwives and sexual health workers understand the public health aspects and clinical management of common STIs, HIV and hepatitis B. The course helps participants develop confidence in a proactive and practical approach to health care and evidence-based practice. Event Description Course Components Pre course survey Online Learning Module (2 h) Four Interactive Sessions (2 hours each) Online training course 1: Monday, 4 April 2022, 6.30pm – 8.30pm (AWST) Online...

People with diabetes have an increased risk of morbidity and mortality if they get COVID-19. Does everyone with diabetes have the same level of risk? What are the conversations that health professionals can be having with people who have diabetes to help them reduce their risk and to manage their diabetes if they do get COVID-19?

Course Summary Nurses and midwives play a crucial role in the prevention and management of blood borne viruses (BBVs) and sexually transmissible infections (STIs). Synopsis This four-part training course helps nurses, midwives and sexual health workers understand the public health aspects and clinical management of common STIs, HIV and hepatitis B. The course helps participants develop confidence in a proactive and practical approach to health care and evidence-based practice. Event Description Course Components Pre course survey Online Learning Module (2 h) Four Interactive Sessions (2 hours each) Online training course 1: Monday, 4 April 2022, 6.30pm – 8.30pm (AWST) Online...

Course Summary This case discussion evening will be facilitated by Simon Hazeldine an experienced gastroenterologist with extensive expertise in hepatitis B, and will take place via webinar. Synopsis In this case discussion participants will discuss a range of Hepatitis B cases which will include different approaches to diagnosing, treating and managing people living with hepatitis B. Event Description This interactive training provides HBV prescribers and other primary care clinicians with an interest HBV, an opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to practical cases spanning diagnosis to treatment initiation and ongoing monitoring. Case scenarios are developed by ASHM clinical advisors...