This introductory course provides a framework for incorporating integrative therapies into your work with clients or patients. By the end of the course, you will be able to assess if integrative therapies are good options in specific situations, as well as educate patients and colleagues about benefits and risks. You will be confident discussing the evidence base for integrative therapies in general, with an understanding of some of the challenges of research in this area, and able to identify reliable sources of evidence-based information. You will leave with the skills to partner with patients or clients around use of these therapies and a plan to introduce integrative therapies in your work or other setting.
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Integrative Health and Medicine SpecializationUniversity of MinnesotaAbout this Course
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What you will learn
Describe the field of integrative health.
Evaluate the state of the research evidence and reliable sources to use.
Discuss the overall safety of these therapies and how to optimize safe use.
Create a plan to successfully introduce integrative therapies into your work or other setting.
Skills you will gain
wellbeingEvidence-Based Practicespatient-centered carecomplementary therapiesintegrative nursing
Learner Career Outcomes
50%
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Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Course 1 of 5 in the
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Beginner Level
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Approx. 15 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: English
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University of Minnesota
The University of Minnesota is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
2 hours to complete
Introduction to the Field of Integrative Therapies
2 hours to complete
7 videos (Total 35 min), 6 readings, 2 quizzes
7 videos
Setting the Context6m
What are Integrative Therapies?4m
Why You Should Know About Integrative Therapies4m
What Is the Role of the Provider?7m
What Is the Role of the Patient?4m
Talking to Patients4m
6 readings
Definition of Integrative Health5m
Types of Integrative Therapies5m
Optional but Interesting: Integrative Therapies Around the World5m
Eight Principles of Patient-Centered Care10m
Checklist: Determining Patient Preferences5m
Week 1: References and Resources2m
2 practice exercises
Your New Role6m
What, Why, and How of Integrative Therapies15m
3 hours to complete
Types of Integrative Therapies
3 hours to complete
8 videos (Total 41 min), 15 readings, 6 quizzes
8 videos
Mind-Body Therapies: Safety and Use2m
What Are Biologically-Based Therapies?4m
More About Herbal Medicine and Aromatherapy6m
What are Energy Therapies?3m
What Are Manipulative Therapies?4m
What Are Whole Systems?6m
More Whole Systems6m
15 readings
Mind-Body Therapies At a Glance2m
Do a Deeper Dive: Relaxation Techniques10m
Biologically-Based Therapies at a Glance2m
Energy Therapies at a Glance2m
Do a Deeper Dive: Reiki20m
Manipulative and-Body-Based Therapies at a Glance2m
Do a Deeper Dive: Chiropractic20m
Whole Systems at a Glance2m
Do a Deeper Dive: Traditional Chinese Medicine25m
Summary on Mind-Body Therapies5m
Summary on Biologically-Based Therapies5m
Summary on Energy Therapies5m
Summary on Manipulative and Body-Based Therapies5m
Summary on Whole Systems5m
Week 2: References and Resources2m
6 practice exercises
Relaxation Techniques5m
Research an Herb10m
Reiki6m
Chiropractic6m
Traditional Chinese Medicine6m
Types of Integrative Therapies
2 hours to complete
Evaluating the Evidence
2 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 31 min), 3 readings, 2 quizzes
6 videos
Advantages of an Evidence-Informed Approach4m
An Evidence-Informed Case Study2m
Challenges and Barriers In Integrative Therapy Research4m
Evaluating Health Research8m
Identifying Reliable Information about Integrative Therapies6m
3 readings
Learn More About Evidence-Informed Practice20m
Worksheet: Evaluating Web Sources10m
Week 3: References and Resources2m
2 practice exercises
Check Your Knowledge: Evidence-Informed Practice6m
Evaluate a Website on Integrative Therapies40m
4 hours to complete
How Safe Are Integrative Therapies?
4 hours to complete
2 videos (Total 16 min), 8 readings, 4 quizzes
8 readings
Symptom Management During Chemotherapy30m
Additional Resource on Integrative Nursing
More Information About Safety of Integrative Therapies10m
Checklist for Safe Use5m
Case Study10m
More Resources about Safety10m
Peer Review Project Overview5m
Week 4: References and Resources2m
4 practice exercises
Symptom Management4m
Safety Considerations10m
Researching Safety of Therapies30m
Part 1 of Your Project1h
Reviews
TOP REVIEWS FROM INTRODUCTION TO INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES AND HEALING PRACTICES
by YMApr 28, 2020
This is a comprehensive course. i would like to suggest to include more content and skill on how to appraise research article/ research methodology in integrative medicine
by EONov 21, 2019
I love this course. It has made my reflexology practice simpler and provided better clarity about it's relationship with other integrative therapies. Thank you!
by SLMay 1, 2019
Good course for persons who want to understand the fundamental underpinnings of integrative therapy regulations and policies.
by MSJul 28, 2020
Very interesting course, even if mostly targeting people already working in the health sector (which is not my case at all)
About the Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization
If you want to help your patients or clients manage conditions or symptoms such as pain and anxiety, this specialization will provide the knowledge and skills needed. In these five courses, you will explore integrative therapies, including herbal medicine, guided imagery, aromatherapy, and mindfulness. For each therapy studied, you will gain skills to: Assess if a therapy is appropriate, Educate patients or clients about benefit and risk, Administer or advise on use, and Evaluate if the therapy was useful (our AEAE approach).
By the end of this specialization, you will be familiar with application methods, mechanisms of action, and the research evidence for specific therapies, as well as safety and quality considerations. In short, you will be ready to partner with patients on developing a plan of integrative care that fits their needs and preferences. Note that while the primary focus is on working with patients or clients, the information is also immediately applicable to your own health and wellbeing
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Can I get continuing education credit (CE) for this course?
Nursing: This course has been designed to meet Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education (CE) requirements for 15 contact hours and may be eligible for CE credit from other professional boards that allow self-documenting of continuing education activities. It is your responsibility to check with your regulatory board to confirm this course meets your local requirements and, if necessary, to provide them with the certificate of completion you get if you pay for and fulfill all the requirements of this course.
Health Coaching: This course is approved by the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) for 15 continuing education units (CEP #100057). Retain the certificate of completion for this course for your records.
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