Course curriculum

    1. Welcome to the course!

    2. Accessing your course

    3. Course outcomes

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    4. Course structure

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    5. Community Paramedicine learning resources

    1. Outcomes

    2. What is the digestive system (GIT)?

    3. Mouth, pharynx and esophagus

    4. Swallowing

    5. Functions of the stomach

    6. Small intestine

    7. Liver, gallbladder and pancreas

    8. Chemical digestion and absorption

    9. Vocabulary review

    10. Digestive system - Knowledge check

    1. Outcomes

    2. Water, fluid & electrolytes

    3. Vocabulary review

    4. Vocabulary review

    5. Excess and deficiency

    6. Vocabulary review

    7. Electrolyte review

    8. Beverage choices

    9. Vocabulary review

    10. Vocabularly review

    11. Caffeine and sports drink review

    12. Fluid and electrolytes - Knowledge check

    1. Outcomes

    2. Carbohydrates

    3. Vocabulary review

    4. Carbohydrate review

    5. High and low carbohydrate diet

    6. Vocabulary review

    7. Benefits & consequences of carbohydrates review

    8. Lipids

    9. Vocabulary review

    10. Vocabulary review

    11. Protein

    12. Vocabulary review

    13. Macronutrients quiz

    1. Outcomes

    2. The gut-brain connection

    3. Psychonutrition quiz

    1. Outcomes

    2. The evolution of diet and development of chronic disease

    3. Nutrition optimization factors in chronic disease

    4. Chronic disease in nutrition quiz

About this course

  • $249.00
  • This course is an elective option in the Certificate in Community Paramedicine Care
  • CE credit with the Alberta College of Paramedics

What’s included?

This comprehensive course allows you to learn at your own pace in micro-learning easy-to-digest lessons.

  • Textbooks & Resources

    All textbooks and resources are included in the program fee and are embedded directly in the courses meaning students can seamlessly access and download textbook readings on their mobile devices or computer. Resources are regularly reviewed to ensure up-to-date standards and research. *Textbooks are available in PDF and/or eBook format.

  • Engaged evaluations

    Students are evaluated through multiple-choice questions and reflection questions. Evaluations are designed not only to assess the student's knowledge but also promote research. Students will receive a certificate upon completion of this course which may be used in your continuing education portfolio for your regulatory body.

  • Flexible learning

    Courses are designed as micro-learning experiences allowing students to easily work through each module in short bursts. This method makes it easier for those with busy schedules to get the most out of their learning. Learning can take place on or off-duty to help alleviate any scheduling challenges. Mobile learning is available!

Course outcomes

Preparing highly-skilled health and wellness professionals for expanded knowledge in this specialized field.

  • Describe the phases of digestion

  • Discuss health literacy

  • Describe how each phase of digestion affects digestive issues and overall health

  • Outline ways to support digestion in each of the phases of digestion

  • Discuss the relationship between blood glucose and mental health

  • Analyze how to support mental health through nutrition if resources/finances/support is limited

  • Describe how nutrition impacts the development of chronic disease

  • Analyze how to support chronic disease prevention or symptom reduction through nutrition if resources/finances/support is limited

  • Identify nutritional considerations in the older adult

  • Identify opportunities for health promotion and disease prevention

FAQ

  • Who is this course for?

    This course is perfect for the skilled health and wellness professional as continuing education credits or professional development. Students will gain a foundational knowledge and feel confident expanding their knowledge in this field through further education. This is a great course as part of a clinical orientation program or continuing education credits. This course is designed for professionals who have at taken at minimum basic anatomy & physiology courses. Note: This course is a required course in the Certificate in Community Paramedicine Care program.

  • How long does it take to complete this course?

    Students may complete this course in as little as one month however you will have access to the course for one year.

  • How do I know I will be competent in the content after this course?

    Students receive formative (knowledge check points) and cumulative (final exams) evaluations in each course. Evaluations are based on the content provided in videos, interviews, research papers and required readings. Content is competency-based meaning each course addresses specific competencies necessary for the student to master. Instruction is provided using a range of resources and much of the content is reviewed or taught by healthcare experts in their respective fields for specific courses. We always recommend implementing a continuing education and review routine for yourself to ensure knowledge retention, patient safety and clinical competence and confidence.

  • What are the prerequisite for this program?

    There are no prerequisites for this program however prior health & wellness education is recommended in order to get the most out of this course.

  • I would like to register several of my staff for this course. Do you offer cohort pricing?

    We offer cohort pricing for some of our courses and programs. Please get in touch with us to discuss options!

  • Does this course count as a CE credit?

    This course is an approved CE credit with the Alberta College of Paramedics!

  • I have more questions!

    And we've got answers! Feel free to get in touch with us by e-mail at [email protected]

Registration options

Individual or team pricing available.

Register individual paramedics or teams

$249

*Team pricing

Teams of 10 or more are $224 each. Please enter number of staff in the checkout. You will receive login codes for each of your staff after payment. Codes are valid for one year after the date the code is activated by your staff.

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