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- REG122 - Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder (1.0 HR)$15.95
The purpose of this course is to provide education to health care employees who are involved in the care of persons with behavioral health disorders. Following this course, you will be able to identify the prevalence of mental illness in the United States, define and possess knowledge of mental illness and substance-related and addictive disorders, and determine what is involved with an interdisciplinary approach to care. This course will address the psychosocial needs of individuals with behavioral health issues and conclude which elements contribute to achieving the highest standard of care for such individuals. It also addresses substance abuse related to opioid use for pain management.
Learn More - BUS015c - Avoiding Fraud and Forgery - Part 3$36.00
This course focuses on embezzlement.
Learn More - AGE010 - Aging and Cardiovascular Disease$42.00
This course will explain how the aging process contributes to changes in the cardiovascular system.
Learn More - BILL113a - Hospital Beds: Documentation and Billing$42.00
This course explains how to bill Medicare for all types of hospital beds and accessories and what documentation is required.
Learn More - BILL108 - PAP - Beneficiaries with OSA: Documentation and Billing$42.00
This course introduces positive airway pressure (PAP) devices, and discusses proper billing procedures for reimbursement from Medicare and other third party payors who follow the same criteria.
Learn More - NUR123 - A Guide to Palliative Nursing Care at End-of-Life (2.5 HR)$30.95
The purpose of this course is to develop a guide for nurses in the understanding and delivery of compassionate nursing care at end-of-life.
Learn More - ALL115b - Age-Specific Considerations in Health Care$15.95
Purpose: This is the second part of a three-part series exploring cultures, ethnicities, age-appropriate care, and historical issues that affect the present health care climate. ALL115a covers cultural competency in health care, ALL115b highlights age-specific considerations in health care, and ALL115c addresses past and current issues of the health care industry, such as racism and discrimination, and how to respond as an individual and facility.
In this course, health care professionals will increase their understanding and skills in providing optimal care to residents from varying age groups.
Learn More - LEAD008 – Mixing and Matching Working Styles$49.00
A common phrase in the workplace is that employees leave their manager, rather than the company. Therefore, a critical area of focus should be placed on how managers and their direct reports interact. If the manager can create an environment of good communication leading to trust, it stands to reason that employees will be more satisfied and stay with their employer longer. Learning basic elements of adapting and connecting with others will provide a solid foundation for interpersonal skills and improve all aspects of the manager/leader/employee dynamic.
There are no CEUs for this course.
Learn More - HL19_02 - Wound Care 101: Surgical Dressings and Debridement$49.00
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.
Learn More - AGE013 - Aging and Chronic Kidney Disease$42.00
This course will explain how the aging process contributes to chronic kidney disease.
Learn More - INF003 - Health Care Workers and Bloodborne Pathogens$42.00
This course provides information about how health care workers can minimize the risk of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
Learn More - HR004 - Interviewing and Hiring$23.00
This course will assist you in developing a framework to structure an interview in a lawful manner.
Learn More - SELL004 - The HME Customer: Where and Why?$36.00
To help you understand where the home medical equipment (HME) customers are and some of the issues that are important to them.
Learn More - BILL109 - Manual Wheelchairs: Documentation and Billing$42.00
This course explains how to bill Medicare for manual wheelchairs and what documentation is required.
Learn More - RRC100 - Residential Ramp Consultant (R.R.C.) Prep Program$149.00
This six-module Residential Ramp Consultant (RRC) Prep Program will give you the education you need to install ramps that safely resolve individual accessibility needs. This program will teach you the range of products and their uses, how to identify and recommend design modifications and the documentation necessary, the variety of personal mobility devices and how they relate to ramp design, ADA guidelines, and the overall complex role of the RRC.
VGM Education is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and is authorized to issue the IACET CEU. VGM Education is authorized by IACET to offer 0.3 CEUs for this program.
Learn More - HL19 - Wound Care 101 Bundle$100.00
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.
Learn More - RESP001b - OSA Diagnosis and Treatment - Part 2$42.00
This is the second in a two-part series of modules which make up a course on obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a serious breathing disorder characterized by periodic cessation or markedly diminished breathing during sleep. Part 2 will discuss treatment options, comorbid conditions, and consequences if OSA is untreated.
Learn More - RESP001a - OSA Diagnosis and Treatment – Part 1$42.00
This is the first in a two-part series of modules which make up a course on obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a serious breathing disorder characterized by periodic cessation or markedly diminished breathing during sleep. Part 1 explains how OSA is identified and diagnosed.
Learn More - SAFE010 - Noise and Hearing Conservation$23.00
This course describes sound hazards and how to measure sound for proper safety levels.
Learn More - BILL116 - Ostomy Supplies: Documentation and Billing$42.00
This course will help you become familiar with the documentation, coding, modifiers and billing requirements in order to bill Medicare for ostomy supplies.
Learn More - RESP021 - Improving Sleep Therapy Patient Comfort and Compliance$36.00This course provides a program that is intended to show how a bi-level management program can help patients continue their positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy when they are not able to tolerate or do not perceive a response to standard CPAP treatment. Learn More
- NUR170 – Pain Management: Process & Principle of Practice (2.0 HR)$25.95
To provide health care professionals with the information and essential tools for assessing, re-assessing, intervening, evaluating and documenting pain intensity as a major step toward effective pain management.
Learn More - CNA116 - Personal Cares (1.0 HR)$15.95
Regulations for long-term care vary from state to state. This course was adapted from best practices developed for long-term care nursing assistants. Please note that the furniture and equipment in your facility may vary as well. Be aware of your facility policies, procedures, and protocols for care of the residents and follow them. If you have questions regarding residents in your care, see the nurse in charge. The resident’s current level of mobility and functioning will depend upon the degree of assistance needed to complete daily tasks. As a nursing assistant, you are key in facilitating each resident meets their highest level of functioning. This course will discuss bathing, grooming, dressing, oral care, and perineal care.
Learn More - NUR185 - Circulatory Ulcers (1.0 HR)$15.95
The healthcare professional will gain information and understanding regarding the cause, care and prevention of two types of circulatory ulcers, venous stasis and arterial (ischemic), and the differences between the two.
Learn More - IHCA Online Preceptor Course (For Indiana Professionals Only)$300.00
The state guidelines for Preceptor Curriculum list five topics and eleven areas of focus. Our Preceptor course incorporates thirteen additional subject areas such as Aspects of Aging, Marketing & Sales, Insurance, Legal Aspects, and Public Relations. We believe these skill sets are important for an AIT to acquire from his or her Preceptor.
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