279 Cardiovascular Disease courses

Introduction to Cardiovascular Disease (2-Day Course)Course Description:BBO Training has responded to numerous requests for a course focused on cardiovascular disease, following the success of our previous courses, such as Introductions to COPD/Asthma/Diabetes and Minor Illness. In response, we have developed a comprehensive two-day agenda on this critical subject.These days are designed to provide a holistic approach to cardiovascular diseases, encompassing Coronary Heart Disease (CHD), Stroke, Heart Failure, and Hypertension. Participants will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform annual reviews for patients with these conditions.This course is particularly well-suited for Nurse Associates, Practice Nurses, Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Emergency Nurse Practitioners (ENPs), Paramedics, and Pharmacists. Dr. Tamara Cunningham, an experienced GP Trainer, will lead these interactive online sessions.Day One09.15 - Coffee and Registration09.30 - Introduction and Course Objectives09.45 - Setting the Scene: - Screening, Diagnosis, Pathophysiology, and Symptoms10.30 - Q-Risk Assessment10.45 - Coffee Break11.00 - Diet & Cardiovascular Disease: - Healthy Eating - Range of Dietary Approaches - Weight Management Services (PH25)11.45 - Benefits of Activity for Cardiovascular Disease12.30 - Lunch01.30 - Hypertension - A Review of NICE Guidelines (NG136): - Targets - Risk Assessment - Medications - Assessing Target Organ Damage02.45 - Lipid Modification - A Review of Nice Guidelines (NG181): - How Lipids Affect Cardiovascular Risk03.15 - Case Studies03.30 - Action Plan, Evaluation, and Resources03.45 - CloseDay Two09.15 - Coffee and Registration09.30 - Heart Failure - How to Perform a Safe Annual Review (NG106)10.45 - Coffee Break11.00 - CHD - Performing an Annual Review and Including Assessment of Angina12.30 - Lunch01.30 - Stroke - Secondary Prevention and Management of Long-Term Complications02.30 - Case Studies - Group Work to Consolidate Learning03.30 - Competencies, Training, and Resources03.45 - CloseKey Learning Outcomes for Both Days:Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:1. Explain the basic physiology of cardiovascular disease.2. Perform risk assessments with patients and discuss modifiable factors such as diet and exercise.3. Describe the targets for blood pressure and cholesterol and how these affect primary and secondary prevention of CVD.4. Describe the basic anti-hypertensive and cholesterol-lowering medications involved in CVD.5. Name the major complications that may arise in people with a long duration of CVD and measures that may limit or prevent them.6. Describe the key advice to patients regarding Heart Failure and recognition of when to escalate/refer.7. Perform a safe review for stroke, CHD, and HF, recognizing how to work within your professional limits and when to signpost.8. Provide examples of referral pathways to other services, e.g., weight management, secondary care, activity, and psychological services.9. Explain the key components and process of an annual review and a self-management plan.Join us for this comprehensive 2-day course via Zoom and enhance your ability to provide effective cardiovascular disease care within primary care settings.

Learn how to take blood ... train as a Phlebotomist Nationally Recognised Qualification No previous experience or qualifications needed OCN Accredited - Level 3 (advanced) CPD Accredited (The CPD Certification Service) Covers all steps up to live blood draw Practise on artificial arm and fake blood! Basic understanding of English language required OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS

The Midweek Exhale A Midweek Nervous System Reset 4-week Restorative Breathwork Series Wednesdays @ 6:15pm BST (7-28 May) £14 drop-in | £44 for 4 sessions Live on Zoom | 60 min Come Breathe With Me. If you're feeling overstimulated, over-scheduled, or just over it by midweek—this is your invitation to pause. The Exhale is a restorative breathwork space designed to help you: Unwind tension from the body Clear mental fog Regulate your nervous system Return to calm, clarity, and presence This is a space to breathe, and gently unwind. What to Expect: Guided, accessible breathwork (no experience needed) Camera on, so I can support your breathing safely No sharing or group interaction required—just show up and breathe Sessions are live (not recorded) to honour presence and being in the now. Whether you’re leading others or just trying to hold it together yourself—this is your midweek reset. Drop-in: £14.14 Full Series (4 sessions): £44.44 Questions? Drop me a message. DISCLAIMER – Restorative Breathwork (The Exhale Sessions) By signing up to The Exhale sessions, I acknowledge that I have read and understood the following: Restorative Breathwork is a gentle, supportive practice that encourages deep relaxation, nervous system regulation, and emotional wellbeing. While this style of breathwork is not intended to induce cathartic or intense altered states, it may still evoke emotional or physical responses as the body unwinds and recalibrates. Each participant is responsible for listening to their body and honouring their own boundaries and capacity throughout the session. As a precaution, please consult with your healthcare provider before attending if you have any of the following conditions: Pregnancy Recent surgery or physical injury Cardiovascular conditions, including uncontrolled high blood pressure Epilepsy or seizures Asthma or other unmanaged respiratory conditions Diagnosed psychiatric conditions such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder Hospitalisation for mental health concerns in the past 10 years Any medical, psychological, or physical condition that may impair your ability to participate in breathwork This is a slow and intentional practice. There is no pressure to push or strive—your breath is your guide. WAIVER AND RELEASE By signing up to The Exhale sessions, I voluntarily assume full responsibility for my own physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing. I acknowledge the following: I understand that I am participating in a breathwork session at my own risk. I understand that the facilitator is not a licensed medical practitioner and that these sessions do not substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. I confirm that I have consulted a healthcare provider about any condition that may affect my participation. I agree to communicate any concerns or relevant information to the facilitator before the session begins. I waive and release Wild Power Alchemy / Fionn Leitch from any and all claims or liability that may arise from my participation in these sessions. By signing up to The Exhale sessions, I accept and agree to this waiver.

Diabetes Awareness Certification Diabetes affects 4.6 million people in the UK and 415 million people around the world. It is a chronic condition requiring lifelong treatment. Potential complications include loss of vision, nerve damage and cardiovascular disease. Living with diabetes can be challenging and emotionally draining. Fortunately, receiving practical support can make life with diabetes easier and safer. This course contains an overview of the most common types of diabetes, their symptoms and causes, and the role employers can play in helping individuals with diabetes succeed at work. You Will Learn: What diabetes is, how it develops, the symptoms of Type 1 diabetes and how it impacts a person's wellbeing. The symptoms, causes and risk factors for Type 2 diabetes, along with potential complications. How people diagnosed with diabetes can stay well, what check-ups they need and how they can avoid the complications associated with diabetes. How diabetes can affect someone in the workplace, why it is a good idea to notify other workers of their condition and how employers can make reasonable adjustments to accommodate their needs. Benefits of Taking This Course If you know or work with someone diagnosed with diabetes, this course will provide you with an insight into their condition. If you employ someone with diabetes, this course will help you understand your obligations under the law with regards to their condition and help you make reasonable adjustments to help them carry out their job. This course will help you intervene with confidence in the event of a diabetic emergency. If you work in the healthcare field, you will benefit from this overview of a relatively common condition.

Learn how to perform and read an ECG ... Nationally Recognised Qualification OCN Accredited - Level 3 (advanced level) CPD Accredited - The CPD Certification Service Introduces you to the fundamentals of setting up and operating an ECG machine Includes patient preparation Produce a valid (error free) ECG Learn and understand ECG traces Recognise recordings that require urgent attention Basic understanding of English language required OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS VIRTUAL CLASSROOM OPTION INCLUDES COMPREHENSIVE PRACTISE@HOME ECG TRAINING KIT Final interpretation of all ECG recordings is the responsibility of a medical professional.

COURSE INTRODUCTION  The purpose of this course is to introduce / refresh participants’ knowledge and skills in the essential aspects of diabetes management in their practice setting.  AIMS AND OBJECTIVES  Identify their current knowledge of diabetes care and how confident they feel about offering advice to a patient with diabetes and or their family. Purpose and outcomes of the main treatment options for people with diabetes . Discuss the importance of addressing the person’s needs and how regular clinic visits impact on the management of diabetes All course materials and certificate of attendance Accreditation 6 CPD points awarded completion. Accredited by One Awards (*Certificate £30) and CPD Standards (*Certificate free) Discuss how to build relationships and establish an environment that enables the person with diabetes to take an active role in their diabetes management  COURSE CONTENTS OVERVIEW  Aetiology and diagnosis of type 1 and type 2. Difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes  Implications for practice  Management goals TYPE 1  Treatment and management options  Carbohydrate awareness  Challenges in self-management  Hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia  Screening and the annual review TYPE 2  First line treatment and step-wise options  Food choices and relation to risk  Activity and type 2 diabetes  Cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes  Screening and annual review  SUPPORTING PEOPLE WITH DIABETES AND THEIR FAMILY  Seeing the person not the disease  Consultation skills  Ongoing support needs .  Food and lifestyle messages for diabetes  Annual review and screening including foot care advice  Blood glucose monitoring  Consultation skills and relationship building  Complications and treatment options  WHO SHOULD ATTEND?  Nurses HCAs

COURSE INTRODUCTION  The purpose of this one day course is to introduce / refresh participants’ knowledge and skills in the essential aspects of diabetes management in their practice setting.  AIMS AND OBJECTIVES  Identify their current knowledge of diabetes care and how confident they feel about offering advice to a patient with diabetes and or their family. Purpose and outcomes of the main treatment options for people with diabetes . Discuss the importance of addressing the person’s needs and how regular clinic visits impact on the management of diabetes All course materials and certificate of attendance Accreditation 6 CPD points awarded completion. Accredited by One Awards (*Certificate £30) and CPD Standards (*Certificate free) Copyright © Annie Barr. All Rights Reserved. Discuss how to build relationships and establish an environment that enables the person with diabetes to take an active role in their diabetes management  COURSE CONTENTS OVERVIEW  Aetiology and diagnosis of type 1 and type 2. Difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes  Implications for practice  Management goals TYPE 1  Treatment and management options  Carbohydrate awareness  Challenges in self-management  Hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia  Screening and the annual review TYPE 2  First line treatment and step-wise options  Food choices and relation to risk  Activity and type 2 diabetes  Cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes  Screening and annual review  SUPPORTING PEOPLE WITH DIABETES AND THEIR FAMILY  Seeing the person not the disease  Consultation skills  Ongoing support needs Copyright © Annie Barr. All Rights Reserved. SPECIFIC SESSIONS CAN ALSO BE OFFERED IN:  Food and lifestyle messages for diabetes  Annual review and screening including foot care advice  Blood glucose monitoring  Consultation skills and relationship building  Complications and treatment options  WHO SHOULD ATTEND?  Nurses HCAs

THIS COURSE PACKAGE INCLUDES: 1: INTRODUCTION TO ECG COURSE - RECORDING & BASIC INTERPRETATION (GPT009) 2: ADVANCED ECG COURSE - INTERPRETATION & ANALYSIS (GPT010) Learn how to set up and record a basic ECG trace, followed by advanced analysis and interpretation FAST-TRACK YOUR ECG TRAINING WITH OUR BEGINNER TO ADVANCED TRAINING PACKAGE 20% off - Multi-Course Discount Cover all stages from Level 1 through to Level 4 (FDSc) Cover your theory training online Practical training in Classroom or Virtual Classroom Comprehensive Practise@Home training kits for VC Awards 2 accredited qualifications Dual Accreditations are awarded for all courses (Open College Network and CPD) Covers all steps required to competently set up and perform an ECG trace. Practical sessions include electrode placement on mannequin, running traces and identifying anomalies. Learn beginner to advanced skills and interpretation. Basic understanding of English language required. OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS About these courses 1: INTRODUCTION TO ECG COURSE - RECORDING AND BASIC INTERPRETATION (GPT009) PART 1 - Theory Allow approx. 5-6 hours PART 2 - Practical Training Attend a classroom location or join us in our virtual classroom * - 3-4 hours ACCREDITED LEVEL 3 QUALIFICATION * Virtual Classroom option includes a free comprehensive Practise@Home ECG training kit. 2: ADVANCED ECG COURSE - INTERPRETATION AND ANALYSIS (GPT010) E-LEARNING - Theory Allow approx. 6-8 hours ACCREDITED LEVEL 4 QUALIFICATION OPTIONAL: GETTING STARTED IN ECG (GPT002) A free starter ECG Course (unassessed) developed to help you understand the basics of ECG recording: 3 modules in total with no Questions! If you are already familiar with ECGs then you may prefer to save time and opt out of this mini-course at booking stage. This "mini-course" is available at no charge. Learning Outcomes GPT009: Understanding different ECG equipment types ECG equipment - set-up and calibration Includes professionalism, consent, IPC and legal requirement Patient preparation How to correctly apply electrodes to limbs and chest Identify artifacts (equipment and patients Identify and recognise routine traces Identify and recognise non-routine traces Identify traces requiring urgent attention Labelling and reporting GPT010: Understand the acceptable variations within the normal ECG of healthy adults. Recognise the expected patterns of an ECG from a healthy child from birth onwards and identify abnormalities. Interpret abnormal ECG patterns in adults. Diagnose arrhythmias as an underlying cause of palpitations and syncope. Exploring sinus rhythm, extrasystoles, paroxysmal tachycardia and the importance of a physical examination. Identifying syncopal episodes attributable to cardiovascular disease as opposed to arrhythmias. Recognise ECG markers for tachycardias, bradycardias, pre-excitation syndromes, bi-fascicular block, and first-degree block with bundle branch block. Differentiate between supraventricular and ventricular extrasystoles and be able to diagnose broad complex tachycardias, ventricular flutter and fibrillation, sick sinus syndrome, and Stokes-Adams attacks. Recognise and identify symptoms associated with the causes of acute or chronic chest pain in patients who present with myocardial infarction (heart attack), pulmonary embolism, significant central pulmonary embolism, pericarditis, aortic dissection, oesophageal rupture, spinal disorders, vertebral collapse, posterior infarction, and angina. Recognise symptoms indicative of conditions such as pulmonary oedema, chest diseases, and pulmonary congestion. After the course GPT009: Safely and competently set up an ECG machine Introduce patients to the ECG test, adhering to compliancy requirements before and after testing Perform an ECG test to national guidelines Understand basic traces and their correlation to cardiac issues Recognise normal and erroneous recordings Recognise recordings that require urgent medical follow-up Complete the recording and label (or record digital copies) as per guidelines GPT010: Appreciate normal and abnormal ECG variations in the context of varying pathologies. Be able to determine whether an arrhythmia has an underlying cause that requires medical intervention. Interpret ECGs as a function of the patient's ongoing cardiac management. Understand and apply the Burce Protocol exercise test in relevant clinical situations. Know how to clinically respond to a patient with chest pain including further investigations required, pain relief, history and examination and echocardiogram. Understand and apply the fundamental principles of arrhythmia management. Understand the primary causes of heart disease and the diagnostic process. Appreciate the importance of the ECG as a diagnostic tool alongside the patient’s history and clinical presentation and recognising its limitations. Course Package Components: PACKAGE - Beginner to Advanced ECG - Virtual Classroom - INTRO - Part 1 online Part 2 Virtual Classroom (AM) + ADVANCED - E-learning

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