Allegra Learning

Certificate in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)

$132.00

Today’s health care system is evolving in its approach to the health and care of a culturally and ethnically diverse client population. In the United States, the aging population, an increasing public awareness of major risk factors contributing to chronic illness, and the public's growing desire for alternative health care options are just a few of the factors behind the expanding interest in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Rapidly gaining in popularity, CAM is used by much of the United States population.

This certificate program provides an overview of the key elements of CAM.

Topics covered include the following:

• Cultural Competence in Health Care
• Modern Nutritional Issues
• Herbs and Herbalism
• Happiness and Health: Thriving in Stressful Times
• Animal-Assisted Therapy
• Probiotics
• Naturopathy: A Natural System of Healing
• Yoga--An Integrative Practice for Life
• Ethical and Legal Issues in CAM
• Aromatherapy--The Healing Power of Scent
• The Chakra System

Expires: 12/15/14

Animal-Assisted Therapy

Animals have been a part of our lives as long as we have been on the planet. The health benefits of the human-animal bond are far reaching. From guide... click for detail

Animals have been a part of our lives as long as we have been on the planet. The health benefits of the human-animal bond are far reaching. From guide dogs, to watching fish in an aquarium, to swimming with dolphins, animals provide us with companionship, assistance, exercise, a sense of calmness, sensory stimulation, and a level of acceptance that is often difficult to find from any other source. The goal of this course is to provide an overview of the history and purpose of animal-assisted therapy, to describe the theoretical background of the therapy, to explore the benefits of this type of therapy for humans, to examine several common types of animal-assisted therapy, and to review guidelines for developing an animal-assisted therapy program.

Target Audience: Nurses, health care professionals, and interested individuals

Purpose/Goal: The goal of this course is to provide an overview of the history and purpose of animal-assisted therapy, to describe the theoretical background of the therapy, to explore the benefits of this type of therapy for humans, to examine several common types of animal-assisted therapy, and to review guidelines for developing an animal-assisted therapy program.

Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, you will be able to do the following:

1. Describe the history of animal-assisted therapy.
2. State the purpose of animal-assisted therapy programs and differentiate between the types of therapy animals.
3. Describe three theories that attempt to explain the therapeutic effects of human interactions with companion animals.
4. State the settings in which animal-assisted therapy is utilized.
5. List at least three benefits of animal-assisted therapy.
6. Identify four types of animals used in animal-assisted therapy.
7. State guidelines for animal-assisted therapy programs.
8. Describe the role of the health care provider relative to the human-animal connection.

Criteria for Successful Completion: Complete the course post exam (CE Test) with a score of 80% or greater. Complete all fields of the course Evaluation Form.

Certificate of Completion is provided for individual courses once the course post exam is passed per criteria above.

Certificate of Completion is provided for Certificate programs once all of the courses within the certificate program have been successfully completed per criteria above.

Accreditations:

ANCC—American Nurses Credentialing Center - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply ALLEGRA Learning Solutions or Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product(s).

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are acceptable for continuing education in all states.
American Board of Managed Care Nursing - The American Board of Managed Care Nursing recognizes all of ALLEGRA Learning Solutions' ANCC accredited courses for continuing education credit for Certified Managed Care Nurses (CMCNs).
California Board of Behavioral Sciences - California Board of Behavioral Sciences Provider Number PCE 1564. Course meets the qualifications for the stated hours of continuing education credit for MFTs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
California Board of Registered Nurses - Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 14693 for the number of hours stated.
California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section - The California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section accepts continuing education offered by CA-BRN approved providers.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE BROKER after successful completion.
Florida Board of Respiratory Care - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing education by the Florida Board of nursing (CE Provider # 50-12076).

Courses are automatically submitted to CE Broker.
Florida Board of Nursing—Certified Nursing Assistants - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Licensed Midwifery - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
NAADAC - The National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors - ALLEGRA Learning is an approved provider with the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) (Provider #813).
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Provider Number 451562-11.

Conflicts of Interest and Relevant Financial Relationships: The authors/planning committee members have no conflicts of interests or relevant financial relationships to declare relevant to this activity.

Commercial Support: No commercial support has been received for this activity.

Non-endorsement of Products: Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply ALLEGRA or ANCC Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product.

Off-label Use of Products: None of the authors intend to discuss off-label uses of drugs, mechanical devices, biologics, or diagnostics not approved by the FDA for use in the United States.

State Accreditations: All States (ALL)

Class Origination: 7-15-10; 5-30-12

Class Revision: N/A

Class Expiration: 15 Dec 2014

We comply with all applicable local, regional, state, and/or national laws and regulations. Integrity, maintaining and exceeding accreditation standards, and the use of ethical, sound business principles are also basic tenets of our philosophy.

Images are for illustrative purposes only. Persons depicted are models. The stock photography company retains all model releases.

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2.00 contact hours

Aromatherapy: The Healing Power Of Scent

Aromatherapy is a complementary and alternative, holistic, and integrative therapy that uses essential oils to promote both physical and psychological... click for detail

Aromatherapy is a complementary and alternative, holistic, and integrative therapy that uses essential oils to promote both physical and psychological health. It is often used in conjunction with massage, meditation, and other therapies to achieve healing. Aromatherapy has gained in popularity in recent years, and clinical aromatherapy (the use of specific essential oils for the prevention and treatment of health conditions) is being incorporated into treatment plans by naturopathic physicians, medical doctors, registered nurses, licensed massage therapists, and licensed acupuncturists as well as other health care providers. The goal of this course is to provide an overview of aromatherapy, describe the historical use of fragrance and aromatherapy for healing, examine the methods of essential oil extraction, describe methods of application, describe the clinical effects of essential oils using a body systems approach, examine the research about using aromatherapy for specific conditions, discuss safety issues and contraindications regarding the use aromatherapy, and describe the key elements of some of the most common essential oil monographs.

Target Audience: Nurses, health care professionals, and interested individuals

Purpose/Goal: The goal of this course is to provide an overview of aromatherapy, describe the historical use of fragrance and aromatherapy for healing, examine the methods of essential oil extraction, describe methods of application, describe the clinical effects of essential oils using a body systems approach, examine the research about using aromatherapy for specific conditions, discuss safety issues and contraindications regarding the use aromatherapy, and describe the key elements of some of the most common essential oil monographs.

Course Objectives: Upon completion of the course, you will be able to do the following:

1. Define aromatherapy.
2. Describe the historical use of fragrance and aromatherapy for healing.
3. Describe how essential oils are absorbed into the body.
4. Examine methods of essential oil extraction.
5. Describe methods of essential oil application.
6. Describe the clinical effects of essential oils using a body systems approach.
7. Examine evidence-based clinical research regarding the use of aromatherapy for specific conditions.
8. Discuss safety issues and contraindications in aromatherapy use.
9. Discuss training and education for aromatherapists.
10. Describe the key elements of some of the most common essential oil monographs.

Criteria for Successful Completion: Complete the course post exam (CE Test) with a score of 80% or greater. Complete all fields of the course Evaluation Form. Certificate of Completion is provided for individual courses once the course post exam is passed per criteria above. Certificate of Completion is provided for Certificate programs once all of the courses within the certificate program have been successfully completed per criteria above.

Accreditations:

ANCC—American Nurses Credentialing Center - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply ALLEGRA Learning Solutions or Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product(s).

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are acceptable for continuing education in all states.
American Board of Managed Care Nursing - The American Board of Managed Care Nursing recognizes all of ALLEGRA Learning Solutions' ANCC accredited courses for continuing education credit for Certified Managed Care Nurses (CMCNs).
California Board of Behavioral Sciences - California Board of Behavioral Sciences Provider Number PCE 1564. Course meets the qualifications for the stated hours of continuing education credit for MFTs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
California Board of Registered Nurses - Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 14693 for the number of hours stated.
California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section - The California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section accepts continuing education offered by CA-BRN approved providers.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE BROKER after successful completion.
Florida Board of Respiratory Care - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing education by the Florida Board of nursing (CE Provider # 50-12076).

Courses are automatically submitted to CE Broker.
Florida Board of Nursing—Certified Nursing Assistants - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Licensed Midwifery - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Office of School Psychology - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Provider Number 451562-11.
NAADAC - The National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors - ALLEGRA Learning is an approved provider with the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) (Provider #813).

Commercial Support: No commercial support has been received for this activity.

Off-label Use of Products: None of the authors intend to discuss off-label uses of drugs, mechanical devices, biologics, or diagnostics not approved by the FDA for use in the United States.

State Accreditations: All States (ALL)

Class Origination: 1-12-12

Class Revision: N/A

Class Expiration: 15 Dec 2014

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is committed to the development of education programs with the highest quality content. We have a financial interest in the courses we provide. We adhere to strict quality processes in our course creation and delivery. Each course is rigorously researched, peer-reviewed by an external entity, unbiased, and developed to provide current, professionally-relevant, evidence-based materials. We comply with all applicable local, regional, state, and/or national laws and regulations. Integrity, maintaining and exceeding accreditation standards, and the use of ethical, sound business principles are also basic tenets of our philosophy. Images are for illustrative purposes only. Persons depicted are models. The stock photography company retains all model releases.

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2.50 contact hours

Cultural Competence in Health Care

The culturally diverse health care populations in the United States provide health care professionals with tremendous opportunities to bridge cultural... click for detail

The culturally diverse health care populations in the United States provide health care professionals with tremendous opportunities to bridge cultural gaps, incorporate new treatments and disease prevention strategies into their practices, and learn about different cultural values and cultural belief systems. This course will provide an overview of the various cultural groups in the United States and explore aspects of cultural competence in care.

Target Audience: Nurses, health care professionals, and interested individuals

Purpose/Goal: The goal of this course is to provide health care professionals with an overview of specific cultural characteristics of major cultural groups in the United States; explore the relationship between language, culture, and health care; identify health beliefs and health care systems; describe cultural competence; and identify specific culturally competent practices.

Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, you will be able to do the following:

1. Describe specific characteristics about the composition, cultural aspects, and unique health care issues concerning African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanics/Latinos, and American Indians/Alaskan Natives.
2. Explain the meaning of language and culture.
3. Explain the relationship between culture and health care.
4. Identify three major health belief systems.
5. Identify four major health care systems.
6. Define cultural competence and explain why it is important in the delivery of health care.
7. List ways that cultural competence can be achieved by health care providers.
8. Describe the relationships between cultural competence and complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) modalities.

Criteria for Successful Completion: Complete the course post exam (CE Test) with a score of 80% or greater. Complete all fields of the course Evaluation Form.

Certificate of Completion is provided for individual courses once the course post exam is passed per criteria above.

Certificate of Completion is provided for Certificate programs once all of the courses within the certificate program have been successfully completed per criteria above.

Accreditations:

ANCC—American Nurses Credentialing Center - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply ALLEGRA Learning Solutions or Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product(s).

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are acceptable for continuing education in all states.
American Board of Managed Care Nursing - The American Board of Managed Care Nursing recognizes all of ALLEGRA Learning Solutions' ANCC accredited courses for continuing education credit for Certified Managed Care Nurses (CMCNs).
California Board of Behavioral Sciences - California Board of Behavioral Sciences Provider Number PCE 1564. Course meets the qualifications for the stated hours of continuing education credit for MFTs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
California Board of Registered Nurses - Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 14693 for the number of hours stated.
California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section - The California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section accepts continuing education offered by CA-BRN approved providers.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE BROKER after successful completion.
Florida Board of Respiratory Care - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing education by the Florida Board of nursing (CE Provider # 50-12076).

Courses are automatically submitted to CE Broker.
Florida Board of Nursing—Certified Nursing Assistants - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Licensed Midwifery - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
NAADAC - The National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors - ALLEGRA Learning is an approved provider with the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) (Provider #813).
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Provider Number 451562-11.

Commercial Support: No commercial support has been received for this activity.

Off-label Use of Products: None of the authors intend to discuss off-label uses of drugs, mechanical devices, biologics, or diagnostics not approved by the FDA for use in the United States.

State Accreditations: All States (ALL)

Class Origination: 05/25/2002

Class Revision: 05/02/2005, 11/08/2008, 06/07/2010; 5-30-12

Class Expiration: 15 Dec 2014

Images are for illustrative purposes only. Persons depicted are models. The stock photography company retains all model releases.

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3.00 contact hours

Ethical and Legal Issues in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)

There has been a dramatic rise in the use and acceptance of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies in the United States. However, many... click for detail

There has been a dramatic rise in the use and acceptance of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies in the United States. However, many legal and ethical issues remain unresolved surrounding provider oversight, inconsistent legislative mandates regarding definitions about standards of care and scope of practice, liability issues for providers and organizations, and lack of knowledge about CAM therapies. The goal of this course is to provide an overview of the major issues facing biomedical providers and providers of CAM therapies. Biomedicine, the rise of CAM and integrative medicine, ethical issues, legal concerns, malpractice and liability issues, and third-party reimbursement factors that affect CAM providers are discussed.

Target Audience: Nurses, health care professionals, and interested individuals

Purpose/Goal: The goal of this course is to provide an overview of the major issues facing biomedical providers and providers of CAM therapies. Biomedicine, the rise of CAM and integrative medicine, ethical issues, legal concerns, malpractice and liability issues, and third-party reimbursement factors that affect CAM providers are discussed.

Course Objectives: Upon completion of the course, you will be able to do the following:

1. Describe the factors contributing to the rise in complementary and alternative medicine in the United States.
1. Explain the characteristics of CAM therapies.
2. Identify key events contributing to the rise of biomedicine and provider regulation.
3. Differentiate between key ethical theories.
4. Compare and contrast the elements of ethical principles.
5. Identify the relationship between culture and ethics.
6. Describe state law issues relating to the regulation of medical and CAM providers.
7. Describe key elements of the credentialing process for physicians and CAM providers.
8. Describe liability issues for health care organizations.
9. Explain the relationship between CAM therapies and health literacy, health freedom, and access to treatment.
10. Identify key issues related to herbal medicine and dietary supplements in patient care.
11. Identify key issues related to referrals to CAM providers.
12. Identify essential elements in the disciplinary process for health care providers.
13. Describe third-party reimbursement issues related to CAM therapies.
14. Define “willing provider laws.”
15. Explain key issues related to reimbursement, health care fraud, and experimental or medically unnecessary treatments.

Accreditations:

American Board of Managed Care Nursing - The American Board of Managed Care Nursing recognizes all of ALLEGRA Learning Solutions' ANCC accredited courses for continuing education credit for Certified Managed Care Nurses (CMCNs).
California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section - The California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section accepts continuing education offered by CA-BRN approved providers.
California Board of Registered Nurses - Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 14693 for the number of hours stated.
California Board of Behavioral Sciences - California Board of Behavioral Sciences Provider Number PCE 1564. Course meets the qualifications for the stated hours of continuing education credit for MFTs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
ANCC—American Nurses Credentialing Center - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply ALLEGRA Learning Solutions or Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product(s).

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are acceptable for continuing education in all states.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE BROKER after successful completion.
Florida Board of Respiratory Care - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing education by the Florida Board of nursing (CE Provider # 50-12076).

Courses are automatically submitted to CE Broker.
Florida Board of Nursing—Certified Nursing Assistants - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Licensed Midwifery - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Office of School Psychology - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Provider Number 451562-11.
NAADAC - The National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors - ALLEGRA Learning is an approved provider with the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) (Provider #813).

Commercial Support: No commercial support has been received for this activity.

Off-label Use of Products: None of the authors intend to discuss off-label uses of drugs, mechanical devices, biologics, or diagnostics not approved by the FDA for use in the United States.

State Accreditations: All States (ALL)

Class Origination: 1-12-12

Class Revision: N/A

Class Expiration: 15 Dec 2014

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3.00 contact hours

Happiness and Health: Thriving in Stressful Times

Everyone wants to be happy and healthy. By focusing on becoming happier, research suggests that you will not only feel better, but also have increased... click for detail

Everyone wants to be happy and healthy. By focusing on becoming happier, research suggests that you will not only feel better, but also have increased energy, improved immune function, increased creativity, improved relationships, and increased productivity. Happiness also leads to a healthier, longer life. This course will examine the health benefits of happiness and provide suggestions for engaging in activities that increase health and happiness.

Target Audience: Nurses, health care professionals, and interested individuals

Purpose/Goal: The goal of this course is to describe the multiple health benefits of being happy, explain how happiness is measured, and provide suggestions for engaging in activities that increase health and happiness.

Course Objectives: Upon completion of the following course, you will be able to do the following:

1. Discuss the varied definitions of happiness.
2. List the health benefits of being happy.
3. Describe the factors that determine happiness.
4. Describe the characteristics of the people who are happy.
5. Differentiate between the role of genetics versus personal accountability in determining happiness.
6. Examine the practices studied by the National Institutes of Health that increase happiness and health.

Criteria for Successful Completion: Complete the course post exam (CE Test) with a score of 80% or greater. Complete all fields of the course Evaluation Form.

Certificate of Completion is provided for individual courses once the course post exam is passed per criteria above.

Certificate of Completion is provided for Certificate programs once all of the courses within the certificate program have been successfully completed per criteria above.

Accreditations:

ANCC—American Nurses Credentialing Center - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply ALLEGRA Learning Solutions or Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product(s).

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are acceptable for continuing education in all states.
American Board of Managed Care Nursing - The American Board of Managed Care Nursing recognizes all of ALLEGRA Learning Solutions' ANCC accredited courses for continuing education credit for Certified Managed Care Nurses (CMCNs).
California Board of Behavioral Sciences - California Board of Behavioral Sciences Provider Number PCE 1564. Course meets the qualifications for the stated hours of continuing education credit for MFTs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
California Board of Registered Nurses - Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 14693 for the number of hours stated.
California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section - The California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section accepts continuing education offered by CA-BRN approved providers.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE BROKER after successful completion.
Florida Board of Respiratory Care - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing education by the Florida Board of nursing (CE Provider # 50-12076).

Courses are automatically submitted to CE Broker.
Florida Board of Nursing—Certified Nursing Assistants - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Licensed Midwifery - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
NAADAC - The National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors - ALLEGRA Learning is an approved provider with the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) (Provider #813).
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Provider Number 451562-11.

Commercial Support: No commercial support has been received for this activity.

Off-label Use of Products: None of the authors intend to discuss off-label uses of drugs, mechanical devices, biologics, or diagnostics not approved by the FDA for use in the United States.

State Accreditations: All States (ALL)

Class Origination: 6-8-10; 5-30-12

Class Revision: N/A

Class Expiration: 15 Dec 2014

Images are for illustrative purposes only. Persons depicted are models. The stock photography company retains all model releases.

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1.40 contact hours

Herbs and Herbalism

While modern medicine has produced many “scientific advances” one of the most important advances has been the recognition of the value of herbs an... click for detail

While modern medicine has produced many “scientific advances” one of the most important advances has been the recognition of the value of herbs and herbalism. Nature and plants, in particular, have been an essential part of everyday life since the beginning of recorded history. Used for medicine, clothing, food, and in religious ceremonies, plants are considered a gift of nature and valued for their healing effects by many health belief systems. This course provides an examination of the role of herbs and herbalists, herb processing, how herbalists are trained, and issues facing the use of herbs.

Target Audience: Nurses, health care professionals, and interested individuals

Purpose/Goal: The goal of this course is to provide an examination of the role of herbs and herbalists, herb processing, how herbalists are trained, and issues facing the use of herbs.

Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, you will be able to do the following:

1. Describe the role of herbs and herbalism in health care.
2. Explain the herbal production process.
3. Describe the levels of herbalists.
4. Identify the actions of herbs.
5. Describe the key concerns of herbalism today.

Criteria for Successful Completion: Complete the course post exam (CE Test) with a score of 80% or greater. Complete all fields of the course Evaluation Form.

Certificate of Completion is provided for individual courses once the course post exam is passed per criteria above.

Certificate of Completion is provided for Certificate programs once all of the courses within the certificate program have been successfully completed per criteria above.

Accreditations:

ANCC—American Nurses Credentialing Center - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply ALLEGRA Learning Solutions or Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product(s).

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are acceptable for continuing education in all states.
American Board of Managed Care Nursing - The American Board of Managed Care Nursing recognizes all of ALLEGRA Learning Solutions' ANCC accredited courses for continuing education credit for Certified Managed Care Nurses (CMCNs).
California Board of Behavioral Sciences - California Board of Behavioral Sciences Provider Number PCE 1564. Course meets the qualifications for the stated hours of continuing education credit for MFTs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
California Board of Registered Nurses - Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 14693 for the number of hours stated.
California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section - The California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section accepts continuing education offered by CA-BRN approved providers.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE BROKER after successful completion.
Florida Board of Respiratory Care - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing education by the Florida Board of nursing (CE Provider # 50-12076).

Courses are automatically submitted to CE Broker.
Florida Board of Nursing—Certified Nursing Assistants - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Licensed Midwifery - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
NAADAC - The National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors - ALLEGRA Learning is an approved provider with the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) (Provider #813).
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Provider Number 451562-11.

Commercial Support: No commercial support has been received for this activity.

Off-label Use of Products: None of the authors intend to discuss off-label uses of drugs, mechanical devices, biologics, or diagnostics not approved by the FDA for use in the United States.

State Accreditations: All States (ALL)

Class Origination: 6-10-10; 5-30-12

Class Revision: N/A

Class Expiration: 15 Dec 2014

Images are for illustrative purposes only. Persons depicted are models. The stock photography company retains all model releases.

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1.60 contact hours

Modern Nutritional Issues

Our diet has a profound impact our health and well-being, yet many of us are not aware of where our food originated. We eat toxic, irradiated, or gene... click for detail

Our diet has a profound impact our health and well-being, yet many of us are not aware of where our food originated. We eat toxic, irradiated, or genetically altered foods; and we eat more than we need. How can we change our eating habits and become more conscious of what we eat, why we eat it, and how it is prepared? This course provides an overview of the types of toxins found in food and the effects of irradiation, genetically altered foods, and food allergies on our health.

Target Audience: Nurses, health care professionals, and interested individuals

Purpose/Goal: The goal of this course is to provide an overview of the types of toxins found in food and the effects of irradiation, genetically altered foods, and food allergies on our health.

Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, you will be able to do the following:

1. Identify the various toxins in our food chain.
2. Describe the effects of irradiation, genetically altered foods, and food allergies.
3. Describe the types and functions of nutraceuticals.
4. Discuss the role of supplements in our diet.
5. Describe the concept of spiritual nutrition.

Criteria for Successful Completion: Complete the course post exam (CE Test) with a score of 80% or greater. Complete all fields of the course Evaluation Form.

Certificate of Completion is provided for individual courses once the course post exam is passed per criteria above.

Certificate of Completion is provided for Certificate programs once all of the courses within the certificate program have been successfully completed per criteria above.

Accreditations:

ANCC—American Nurses Credentialing Center - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply ALLEGRA Learning Solutions or Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product(s).

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are acceptable for continuing education in all states.
American Board of Managed Care Nursing - The American Board of Managed Care Nursing recognizes all of ALLEGRA Learning Solutions' ANCC accredited courses for continuing education credit for Certified Managed Care Nurses (CMCNs).
California Board of Behavioral Sciences - California Board of Behavioral Sciences Provider Number PCE 1564. Course meets the qualifications for the stated hours of continuing education credit for MFTs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
California Board of Registered Nurses - Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 14693 for the number of hours stated.
California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section - The California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section accepts continuing education offered by CA-BRN approved providers.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE BROKER after successful completion.
Florida Board of Respiratory Care - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing education by the Florida Board of nursing (CE Provider # 50-12076).

Courses are automatically submitted to CE Broker.
Florida Board of Nursing—Certified Nursing Assistants - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Licensed Midwifery - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
NAADAC - The National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors - ALLEGRA Learning is an approved provider with the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) (Provider #813).

Commercial Support: No commercial support has been received for this activity.

Off-label Use of Products: None of the authors intend to discuss off-label uses of drugs, mechanical devices, biologics, or diagnostics not approved by the FDA for use in the United States.

State Accreditations: All States (ALL)

Class Origination: 6-10-10; 5-30-12

Class Revision: N/A

Class Expiration: 15 Dec 2014

Images are for illustrative purposes only. Persons depicted are models. The stock photography company retains all model releases.

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1.20 contact hours

Naturopathy: A Natural System of Healing

Naturopathic medicine has a long, complex history. Considered a way of life and a system of healing encompassing many different modalities, naturopath... click for detail

Naturopathic medicine has a long, complex history. Considered a way of life and a system of healing encompassing many different modalities, naturopathy is experiencing a resurgence today as a result of the dissatisfaction many Americans feel about conventional medicine and the growing interest and respect for alternative and complementary methods of healing.

The goal of this course is to provide an overview of naturopathy, review its history, examine the principles and schools of thought which comprise this healing system, describe the training and educational requirements of naturopathic practitioners, and describe the issues inherent in the future of naturopathy.

Target Audience: Nurses, health care professionals, and interested individuals

Purpose/Goal: The goal of this course is to provide an overview of naturopathy, review its history, examine the principles and schools of thought which comprise this healing system, describe the training and educational requirements of naturopathic practitioners, and describe the issues inherent in the future of naturopathy.

Course Objectives: Upon completion of the course, you will be able to do the following:

1. Define naturopathic medicine.
2. Describe the founding influences of naturopathy.
3. Examine the schools of thought that form the philosophical basis of naturopathy.
4. Discuss the six principles of naturopathy.
5. Compare and contrast the educational requirements of the categories of naturopathic practitioners.
6. Identify conditions for which naturopathic medicine may be beneficial.
7. Describe training, licensing, and efficacy issues related to naturopathic medicine.
8. Examine issues related to the integration of naturopathy medicine into mainstream healthcare.

Accreditations:

Florida Board of Nursing—Certified Nursing Assistants - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing education by the Florida Board of nursing (CE Provider # 50-12076).

Courses are automatically submitted to CE Broker.
Florida Board of Respiratory Care - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE BROKER after successful completion.
Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
ANCC—American Nurses Credentialing Center - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply ALLEGRA Learning Solutions or Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product(s).

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are acceptable for continuing education in all states.
American Board of Managed Care Nursing - The American Board of Managed Care Nursing recognizes all of ALLEGRA Learning Solutions' ANCC accredited courses for continuing education credit for Certified Managed Care Nurses (CMCNs).
California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section - The California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section accepts continuing education offered by CA-BRN approved providers.
California Board of Registered Nurses - Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 14693 for the number of hours stated.
California Board of Behavioral Sciences - California Board of Behavioral Sciences Provider Number PCE 1564. Course meets the qualifications for the stated hours of continuing education credit for MFTs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
Florida Council of Licensed Midwifery - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
NAADAC - The National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors - ALLEGRA Learning is an approved provider with the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) (Provider #813).
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Provider Number 451562-11.

Commercial Support: No commercial support has been received for this activity.

Off-label Use of Products: None of the authors intend to discuss off-label uses of drugs, mechanical devices, biologics, or diagnostics not approved by the FDA for use in the United States.

State Accreditations: All States (ALL)

Class Origination: 5-19-11; 5-30-12

Class Revision: N/A

Class Expiration: 15 Dec 2014

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1.80 contact hours

Probiotics: Miracles or Myths?

Probiotics are live organisms believed to be healthy for the host organism. They are used globally to improve the health and well-being of animals and... click for detail

Probiotics are live organisms believed to be healthy for the host organism. They are used globally to improve the health and well-being of animals and human beings. Sales on probiotic supplements have soared in recent years on the basis of intriguing research that demonstrates potential benefits for many chronic conditions, including cancer. With the rise in interest in integrative health as well as complementary and alternative therapies, this trend is likely to continue. The goal of this course is to examine what probiotics are (and are not), how they affect our health, the various categories of probiotics, the risks and benefits of their use, how to select a probiotic, pertinent regulatory considerations, and the current research on their use.

Target Audience: Nurses, health care professionals, and interested individuals

Purpose/Goal: The goal of this course is to examine what probiotics are (and are not), how they affect our health, the various categories of probiotics, the risks and benefits of their use, how to select a probiotic, pertinent regulatory considerations, and the current research on their use.

Course Objectives: Upon completion of the course, you will be able to do the following:

1. Describe the role of microorganisms in our body.
2. Differentiate between normobiosis and dysbiosis.
3. Define probiotics.
4. Differentiate between what probiotics are and are not in terms of characteristics, uses, and other microbes.
5. List the subcategories of probiotics.
6. Describe prebiotics and their role in health.
7. Identify food products that contain probiotics.
8. Explain the health uses for probiotics.
9. Identify risks and considerations when using probiotics.
10. Identify regulatory issues related to probiotics.
11. Describe items that should be listed on a probiotic product.
12. Identify current areas of probiotic research.

Criteria for Successful Completion: Complete the course post exam (CE Test) with a score of 80% or greater. Complete all fields of the course Evaluation Form.

Certificate of Completion is provided for individual courses once the course post exam is passed per criteria above.

Certificate of Completion is provided for Certificate programs once all of the courses within the certificate program have been successfully completed per criteria above.

Accreditations:

ANCC—American Nurses Credentialing Center - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply ALLEGRA Learning Solutions or Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product(s).

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are acceptable for continuing education in all states.
American Board of Managed Care Nursing - The American Board of Managed Care Nursing recognizes all of ALLEGRA Learning Solutions' ANCC accredited courses for continuing education credit for Certified Managed Care Nurses (CMCNs).
California Board of Behavioral Sciences - California Board of Behavioral Sciences Provider Number PCE 1564. Course meets the qualifications for the stated hours of continuing education credit for MFTs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
California Board of Registered Nurses - Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 14693 for the number of hours stated.
California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section - The California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section accepts continuing education offered by CA-BRN approved providers.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE BROKER after successful completion.
Florida Board of Respiratory Care - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing education by the Florida Board of nursing (CE Provider # 50-12076).

Courses are automatically submitted to CE Broker.
Florida Board of Nursing—Certified Nursing Assistants - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Licensed Midwifery - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
NAADAC - The National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors - ALLEGRA Learning is an approved provider with the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) (Provider #813).
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Provider Number 451562-11.

Commercial Support: No commercial support has been received for this activity.

Off-label Use of Products: None of the authors intend to discuss off-label uses of drugs, mechanical devices, biologics, or diagnostics not approved by the FDA for use in the United States.

State Accreditations: All States (ALL)

Class Origination: 12-11-10; 5-30-12

Class Revision: N/A

Class Expiration: 15 Dec 2014

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2.00 contact hours

The Chakra System

The chakra system has been practiced by yogis for thousands of years as an integral part of healing. Recently, interest in this ancient system has exp... click for detail

The chakra system has been practiced by yogis for thousands of years as an integral part of healing. Recently, interest in this ancient system has exploded within the health care profession and the general population. Chakras are spinning vortices of energy positioned in seven centers of the body from the coccyx to the crown of the head. This course will provide an overview of the chakra system, chakras, and elements of chakra balancing.

Target Audience: Nurses, health care professionals, and interested individuals

Purpose/Goal: The goal of this course is to describe the chakra system, the seven chakras, (their locations within the body, their purpose, their associated color) and characteristics involved in chakra balancing.

Course Objectives: Upon completion of the course, you will be able to do the following:

1. Define the term chakra.
2. Discuss the seven chakras.
3. Describe the location of each chakra within the body, its purpose, and its associated color.
4. List the endocrine gland associated with each chakra.
5. Describe the element and sense associated with each chakra.
6. Examine excessive and deficient characteristics focused on when balancing the chakras
7. Differentiate between the functional and dysfunctional archetypes associated with each chakra.
8. Describe the psychological and physiological benefits of chakra meditation.

Criteria for Successful Completion: Complete the course post exam (CE Test) with a score of 80% or greater. Complete all fields of the course Evaluation Form.

Certificate of Completion is provided for individual courses once the course post exam is passed per criteria above.

Certificate of Completion is provided for Certificate programs once all of the courses within the certificate program have been successfully completed per criteria above.

Accreditations:

ANCC—American Nurses Credentialing Center - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply ALLEGRA Learning Solutions or Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product(s).

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are acceptable for continuing education in all states.
American Board of Managed Care Nursing - The American Board of Managed Care Nursing recognizes all of ALLEGRA Learning Solutions' ANCC accredited courses for continuing education credit for Certified Managed Care Nurses (CMCNs).
California Board of Behavioral Sciences - California Board of Behavioral Sciences Provider Number PCE 1564. Course meets the qualifications for the stated hours of continuing education credit for MFTs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
California Board of Registered Nurses - Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 14693 for the number of hours stated.
California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section - The California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section accepts continuing education offered by CA-BRN approved providers.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE BROKER after successful completion.
Florida Board of Respiratory Care - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing education by the Florida Board of nursing (CE Provider # 50-12076).

Courses are automatically submitted to CE Broker.
Florida Board of Nursing—Certified Nursing Assistants - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Licensed Midwifery - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
NAADAC - The National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors - ALLEGRA Learning is an approved provider with the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) (Provider #813).
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Provider Number 451562-11.

Commercial Support: No commercial support has been received for this activity.

Off-label Use of Products: None of the authors intend to discuss off-label uses of drugs, mechanical devices, biologics, or diagnostics not approved by the FDA for use in the United States.

State Accreditations: All States (ALL)

Class Origination: 4-3-10; 5-30-12

Class Revision: N/A

Class Expiration: 15 Dec 2014

Images are for illustrative purposes only. Persons depicted are models. The stock photography company retains all model releases.

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2.00 contact hours

Yoga: An Integrative Practice for Life

The practice of yoga is becoming increasingly popular as a way to relieve stress, live in harmony with nature, and enhance well-being of the mind and ... click for detail

The practice of yoga is becoming increasingly popular as a way to relieve stress, live in harmony with nature, and enhance well-being of the mind and body. One reason for its growing popularity is that more many people are open to it and are using holistic approaches to manage their pressure-filled, fast-paced lives. Yoga provides an integrative, healthy way to connect mind, body, and spirit, resulting in improved physical, mental, and emotional health. The goal of this course is to describe the philosophical foundations of yoga, the eight-limb path of yoga, styles of yoga, Western yoga, benefits of yoga, contraindications and risks of yoga, factors to consider when choosing a yoga class, and the safe practice of yoga for children, adolescents, and seniors.

Target Audience: Nurses, health care professionals, and interested individuals

Purpose/Goal: The goal of this course is to describe the philosophical foundations of yoga, the eight-limb path of yoga, styles of yoga, Western yoga, benefits of yoga, contraindications and risks of yoga, factors to consider when choosing a yoga class, and the safe practice of yoga for children, adolescents, and seniors.

Course Objectives: Upon completion of the course, you will be able to do the following:

1. Describe the philosophical foundations of yoga.
2. Explain the eight-limb path of yoga.
3. Differentiate between the styles of yoga.
4. Discuss Western yoga.
5. Describe the benefits of yoga.
6. Identify the contraindications and risks of yoga.
7. Compare factors to consider when choosing a yoga class.
8. Describe considerations for the safe practice of yoga for children and adolescents.
9. Describe considerations for the safe practice of yoga for seniors.

Accreditations:

ANCC—American Nurses Credentialing Center - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply ALLEGRA Learning Solutions or Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product(s).

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are acceptable for continuing education in all states.
American Board of Managed Care Nursing - The American Board of Managed Care Nursing recognizes all of ALLEGRA Learning Solutions' ANCC accredited courses for continuing education credit for Certified Managed Care Nurses (CMCNs).
California Board of Behavioral Sciences - California Board of Behavioral Sciences Provider Number PCE 1564. Course meets the qualifications for the stated hours of continuing education credit for MFTs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
California Board of Registered Nurses - Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 14693 for the number of hours stated.
California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section - The California Department of Health, Aid, and Technician Certification Section accepts continuing education offered by CA-BRN approved providers.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE BROKER after successful completion.
Florida Board of Respiratory Care - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Board of Nursing - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing education by the Florida Board of nursing (CE Provider # 50-12076).

Courses are automatically submitted to CE Broker.
Florida Board of Nursing—Certified Nursing Assistants - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Council of Licensed Midwifery - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
Florida Office of School Psychology - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions (CE Broker Provider # 50-12076) submits all continuing education records to CE Broker after successful completion.
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork - ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Provider Number 451562-11.
NAADAC - The National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors - ALLEGRA Learning is an approved provider with the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) (Provider #813).

Commercial Support: No commercial support has been received for this activity.

Off-label Use of Products: None of the authors intend to discuss off-label uses of drugs, mechanical devices, biologics, or diagnostics not approved by the FDA for use in the United States.

State Accreditations: All States (ALL)

Class Origination: 5-30-12

Class Expiration: 15 Dec 2014

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1.50 contact hours

Certificate in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)	$132.00