HME

This course examines the biology of influenza and types of vaccinations. It also discusses signs and symptoms, lab diagnoses and measures to control infection. Also provided in this course are a brief history of influenza pandemics, the avian flu (H5N1) and current research being conducted.

This course will explain the different methods of providing enteral nutrition and the conditions that may require their use. Also discussed will be appropriate care and steps for completing administration of feedings and medications.

This course reviews some of the signs and symptoms of benign breast conditions and how they are found and diagnosed. We recommend you complete this course before completing the course “DMGT038b – Overview of Breast Cancer.”

This course provides an overview of breast cancer, the most common form of non-skin cancer among women in the United States. This course explains the basics of what breast cancer is and its incidence.

This course provides an overview of the types, causes, risk factors, and treatments of and for dementia.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a novel virus that causes respiratory disease in persons infected, which can range from mild symptoms such as a common cold to more severe diseases – even death. This course provides health care workers with both individual and workplace practices to help prevent the spread of transmission and ultimately keep patients, team members and the public safe.

This course provides an overview of HIPAA, including the reasons for the law, how it is enforced, how the law has changed over time and how HIPAA relates to the health care industry. You should complete this course before completing part two of this series (“HIP002 - Working with HIPAA”).

Este curso es la primera entrega de una serie de dos partes sobre la Ley de Responsabilidad y Transferibilidad de Seguros Médicos (HIPAA, por sus siglas en inglés). Este curso proporciona un resumen de la HIPAA, incluyendo las razones de la ley, cómo es aplicada, cómo la ley ha cambiado a lo largo del tiempo y cómo la HIPAA se relaciona a la industria del cuidado de la salud.

This course is intended to apply your knowledge of HIPAA basics to the workplace. You should complete part one of this series (“HIP001 – Understanding HIPAA”) before taking this course.

Este curso es la segunda entrega de una serie de dos partes sobre la Ley de Responsabilidad y Transferibilidad de Seguros Médicos (HIPAA, por sus siglas en inglés). Está diseñado para aplicar sus conocimientos sobre los aspectos básicos de la HIPAA en el lugar de trabajo.

This course is written for those serving in the required position of the privacy officer. It provides an overview of the job requirements as determined by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).

The HIPAA & Infection Control course bundle contains the following two VGMU courses:

This bundle of 4 courses is the recorded audio and slides presented by Heather Trumm and Ronda Buhrmester at the Heartland Conference 2019. Included in your Wound Care 101 education is an optional 30-minute meeting with Ronda Buhrmester and Heather Trumm to discuss any additional wound care questions. Contact Heather at [email protected] to schedule a meeting. 

This course is the recorded audio and slides presented by Heather Trumm at the Heartland Conference 2019. Topics covered: the skin, review of the healing process, review the factors that affect the healing process, and discuss the types of wounds and treatment. 

This course is the recorded audio and slides presented by Heather Trumm and Ronda Buhrmester at the Heartland Conference 2019. Topics covered: cleaning and debriding wounds, dressing categories, and Medicare requirements.

This course is the recorded audio and slides presented by Heather Trumm and Ronda Buhrmester at the Heartland Conference 2019. Topics covered: definitions, reasons why therapeutic support is important, product explanations, and Medicare overview.

This course is the recorded audio and slides presented by Heather Trumm and Ronda Buhrmester.  Topics covered: Definition of negative pressure wound therapy, components of a system, physiological benefits, mechanisms of action and Medicare requirements.

This course defines home accessibility remodeling: a proactive housing and care alternative for persons with disabilities and others who wish to remain in their homes as their personal health changes and as they grow older.

This course – along with part 3 of this series, “HMOD003 - Accessibility Design Solutions” – will guide you through the selling and designing of home modifications using an independent/assisted living strategy.

This course reviews five different levels of home accessibility products and services and looks at some of the more common types of modifications that could be used in specific areas of a client’s home.

This course demonstrates how home accessibility remodeling programs can be developed, marketed, and successfully grown for the benefit of potential customers and the providers themselves, resulting in improved cash flow and profits.

This course provides a general overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the world's first comprehensive civil rights law for people with disabilities. This course will review Title I which covers ADA and employment: what types of businesses must comply, which job applicants and employees are protected, and the process for the accommodation of people with disabilities at work.

This course will also consider why the ADA was written, the importance of its intent, illustrate common myths, and present employer benefits of following the ADA law. This course is intended to give guidance to people working in the health care industry and is not intended as a substitute for legal advice.

This course will cover how to effectively develop, deliver and evaluate a successful new employee orientation program. This course also includes a variety of useful checklists, activities and evaluation forms.

This course describes how to develop an effective orientation program.

This course will assist you in developing a framework to structure an interview in a lawful manner.