Full course description
UM System employees: Please note that you do not need to create a new registration account. You will have the option to enroll with your UM System credentials.
Course Overview:
This self-paced course features modules on the unique role of the Specialty Practice of School Nursing, Health Office Management, Students with Special Healthcare Needs, and Health Promotion, Disease Prevention, and Screening. This course is an invaluable asset for new school nurses or school nurses-to-be, ensuring the highest quality of care in their educational communities.
Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this learning activity, we anticipate learners successfully completing all modules will gain:
1. Improved knowledge regarding the roles and responsibilities of the school nurse
2. Improved readiness to practice nursing in the school setting
Topics:
1. Introduction to Specialty Practice of School Nursing (53 minutes)
2. Health Office Management (1 hr., 40 minutes)
3. Students with Special Health Care Needs (1 hr., 3 minutes)
4. Health Promotion Disease Prevention and Screening (1 hr., 30 minutes)
Instructor(s):
Laura Meyer
Length:
120 days or 4 months to complete 5 hour course.
Department:
MU Continuing Education for Health Professions
Credit:
Activity approved for up to 5.25 (free) Nursing Contact Hours
Audience:
New school nurses or school nurses-to-be in the state of Missouri
Accommodations
University of Missouri Extension complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you have a disability and need accommodations in connection with participation in an educational program or you need materials in an alternate format, please notify your instructor as soon as possible so that necessary arrangements can be made.
Cancellations and Refund Requests
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