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This course provides an overview of HIV, how it is spread, its symptoms and diagnoses, and its vaccination.

Enhances the participant's knowledge of HIV and AIDS.

To enhance the participant’s knowledge of HIV and AIDS.

Purpose

HIV, the human immunodeficiency virus, progressively kills or damages the cells of the body’s immune system inhibiting the ability to fight infections and certain cancers. In the most advanced stage of HIV infection, AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) occurs. This course helps health care workers understand the progression of the disease, at-risk populations, HIV prevention methods, Texas-specific laws regarding HIV, and treatment options.

This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to standard ambulatory aids (canes, crutches and walkers). Because of the multitude of brands of ambulatory aids and accessories on the market, this course will cover ambulatory aids in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of ambulatory aid, please consult the vendors.

This course provides an overview of hepatitis B, how it is spread, its symptoms and diagnoses, and its vaccination.

The Aids to Daily Living Specialist (ADLS) credentialing program is administered by VGM Live At Home. This certification program is designed to assist the professional dealing in the retail environment of aids to daily living and accessibility items. The ADLS program is intended to reduce the disparity in training and knowledge found among professionals who evaluate and recommend solutions for the safety, comfort, and environmental access needs of aging and physically challenged individuals. The program consists of a three unit self-study educational program, unit reviews and a comprehensive final exam. Upon successfully completing the entire program, you will hold the distinction of being a certified Aids to Daily Living Specialist (ADLS). Note: This program will also assist those studying for the C.E.A.C. certification program.

 Continuing education: VGM Education is authorized by IACET to offer 2 contact hours (0.2 CEUs) to participants who successfully complete this three-module program. 

This certification program is non-refundable once the student has been active in the course. Questions, contact VGM Live At Home at 877-404-2442.

This course is designed to provide you with awareness of basic first aid principles and the importance of first aid training courses. This information is only a guide. It is not a substitute for training or professional medical assistance.

Health care personnel will learn the techniques of basic first aid.

The home health aide will enhance her understanding of type 2 diabetes and the care of the client with the disease.

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

The health care worker will better understand latex allergy, its causes, those at risk, signs and symptoms of a reaction, diagnosing latex allergy, and proper documentation.

This course provides an introductory overview of OSHA.

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

This course provides an overview of bronchitis including an explanation of the differences between the two types of bronchitis: acute and chronic.

This course provides an overview of the disease, distinguishing between active and latent TB, and explaining how a person is tested for TB.

To increase the understanding of employees of health care facilities whose primary role is meal service in the areas of food safety and sanitation, the importance of following menus and care plan approaches, and customer service.

This course provides an overview of the prevalence, causes and risk factors of the disease.

This course provides an overview of hip and knee replacement including the risks and complications of such surgery.

This course provides an overview of the disease commonly known as Lou Gehrig's Disease including descriptions of symptoms, causes and treatment options.

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 urinary system including a discussion of the major disorders that can affect it.

This course provides an overview of safety data sheets (commonly referred to as SDS and until 2012, MSDS).

This course provides an overview of the human digestive system, including a discussion of the major diseases that can affect it.

This course provides an overview of the disease, including descriptions of symptoms, causes and treatment options.