Common Childhood Disabilities CPD Module
Program
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Expand your expertise with our CPD course on common childhood disabilities, tailored for health professionals working in primary care. This essential training explores developmental disabilities, neural tube disorders, cerebral palsy, and childhood hearing loss and deafness. You’ll also gain practical knowledge on navigating the NDIS system and the complexities of genetic testing in paediatrics. Stay up to date with the latest developments and strengthen your ability to support children and families with confidence and compassion.
What will I learn?
Course learning outcomes:
- Apply a systematic approach to the assessment of a child with a common childhood disability
- Manage a child with a common childhood disability appropriately, including referral for additional review/services/support
- Communicate effectively with parents/caregivers regarding their child's condition
Check out the modules tab above to see more about the content you'll learn in each module.
What will I gain?
Access will be granted for 12 months to complete the course. A completion certification will be awarded for 5 hours to self-submit for CPD recognition.
Please note this course is non-refundable. Please refer to the SCHN website for Terms and Conditions
Here is the program outline:
Introduction |
Developmental DisabilitiesLearn to understand the health implications of disability, the assessment process and aims of early diagnosis, and the ongoing health promotion and disease prevention in long term care. |
Neural Tube DisordersLearn to understand the pathophysiology and prevention of neural tube defects, explore treatment options, develop a multidisciplinary management plan, and recommend strategies to support learning, development, and quality of life. |
Cerebral PalsyUnderstand cerebral palsy, its co-morbidities, and classification systems; distinguish spasticity from dystonia; recognise red flags for alternative diagnoses; know when to conduct hip surveillance; and explore a range of interventions. |
Hearing Loss and Deafness in ChildrenLearn the importance of universal newborn hearing screening, the causes and management of permanent childhood hearing loss and how to implement an appropriate management plan. |
Accessing the NDISLearn current evidence supporting early intervention and how to determine if a child is eligible for NDIS support as well as provide evidence and assistance for a NDIS application. |
Genetics/Genomics in PaediatricsLearn how to assess the different types of genetic testing in clinical practice, the associated counseling challenges, and how to support families through genetic diagnoses, including the role of genetic counseling and support groups. |
Common Childhood Disabilities QuizTest your knowledge and complete this CPD course |
Completion
The following certificates are awarded when the program is completed:
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SCHN Certificate of Completion |