Course Information
Pharmacy professionals are well informed about clinical interventions to disease states including obesity. They know that lifestyle changes are important but may lack an in-depth knowledge of what constitutes necessary behavioral modifications to lead on to effective, sustainable lifestyle changes and the physiology behind it. This course aims to go in depth about components of lifestyle intervention and its place in weight management with respect to clinical intervention.
This course is suitable for healthcare professional in hospitals, community clinics and nursing homes, personal care givers, fitness/sports coaches and workplace safety and health officers. CPE Points will be awarded to registered pharmacists upon the completion of this course.
Learning Outcomes
- Clinical interventions in weight management
- The pathology and complications of obesity
- Effective dietary / nutritional intervention in weight management
- The role of exercise and Physical Activities in weight management
- Behavioural changes to sustain efforts in weight management
Course
Schedule
, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Date: X to X 2020
Time: 9am to 5pm
Lesson Plan
This course consists of 1 modules:
Course participants will gain a deeper understanding on the human physiology in obesity and design programs to encourage a necessary lifestyle and behavioural change in patients or clients as part of effective weight management.
Certification
A Certificate of Performance will be awarded to participants who achieve at least 75% attendance and pass all required assessment(s).
Course Fees
| Applicants / Eligibility | Fees |
|---|---|
| Singapore Citizens (SC) below the age of 40 years | $86.67 |
| Singapore Citizens (SC) aged 40 and above | $32.67 |
| Singapore Permanent Residents (PR) | $86.67 |
| Enhanced Training Support for SME Scheme (for SC & SPR) | $32.67 |
| Others (and Repeat Students) | $288.90 |
| Full Course Fee (Before GST) | $270.00 |