Asthma Educator Course
Registration now open for the following courses:
Tupelo, MS
April 26-27, 2010
North MS Medical Center-Women’s Hospital
Cleveland, MS
May 10-11, 2010
Delta State – Center for Community and Economic Development
Jackson, MS
May 17-18, 2010
Location TBA
Gulfport, MS
May 25-26, 2010
Knight’s Non-Profit Center
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About the Course
This course is designed to assist health care providers who are involved with asthma education in preparing for the Asthma Educator Certification (AE-C) Examination. The course will highlight key points from the National Asthma Educator Certification Board (NAECB) Exam Content Matrix. An overview of effective study strategies and test taking techniques will be provided. The content of this course is based on the content outline of the NAECB examination and will assist the participants in recall, application, and analysis as it relates to specific areas of the examination. Participants can use the information from this course as a foundation to begin their self-study preparation for the AE-C exam. Classes in Mississippi are offered through a partnership with the Mississippi Department of Health’s asthma program. Please note that the availability of the courses are dependent upon available funding. The courses may/may not be offered each year.
About NAECB
The NAECB is a voluntary health certifying board created with a primary purpose to prepare and conduct examinations for certification of asthma educators. The American Lung Association is a founding stakeholder and sponsor of this organization in the United States working on a national certification process for asthma educators. Preparatory courses are not endorsed by the NAECB, nor is attendance in such a course, a guarantee for passing the exam.
For more information about the NAECB, testing eligibility and registration, visit their website at www.naecb.org.
Who Should Attend this Course?
* Physicians
* Nurses
* Respiratory Therapists
* Pharmacists
* Health Educators
* Social Workers
* Anyone who provides asthma education
Participants will receive:
* The latest research on the pathophysiology and contributing factors towards asthma including airway remodeling, infant lung function, and geriatric assessment of asthma.
* Cutting edge information on asthma management and education including: updates on guidelines, new medications and delivery devices, and current research.
* Specialty topics including alternative diagnosis, cultural considerations, learning and behavioral models for chronic illness management.
* Program development and outcome monitoring.
* A professional networking environment.
Registration
Registration forms are available online or in paper format. Registration is limited at each location and will be on a first-come first-serve basis. The registration deadline will be ten (10) days prior to the selected course date. There is no registration fee* but a refundable deposit is required for the 2010 AE-C courses. (*Registration fee is covered by grant funds from the MSDH’s asthma program.)
Participants Will Receive:
- Continuing Education Hours (available units may vary)
- Resource Materials
- Certificate of Completion
- Continental Breakfast, lunch, and snack both days.
Schedule of Topics
-Burden of Asthma
-Education and Learning Principals
-Pathophysiology of Asthma
-Factors Contributing to Asthma and Co morbid Conditions
-Patient and Family Assessments/ Education
-Asthma Management: Pharmacological Therapy
-Asthma Medicine/Device Demonstration
-Management Plan Development
-Professional Practices
-Exam Preparation
Contact: Eugenia King, AE-C Training Coordinator, eking@alams.org, 601.206.5810.
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