This course is part of the Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization

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Integrative Health and Medicine SpecializationUniversity of Minnesota

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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.
Continuing Education Credit
This course has been designed to meet Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education 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.

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Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization

Beginner Level

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Approx. 17 hours to complete

English

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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

wellbeing
Evidence-Based Practices
patient-centered care
complementary therapies
integrative nursing

Flexible deadlines

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Shareable Certificate

Earn a Certificate upon completion

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Coursera Labs

Includes hands on learning projects.

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Course 1 of 5 in the

Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization

Beginner Level

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Approx. 17 hours to complete

English

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Instructors

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Robin Austin, DNP, DC

Clinical Associate Professor

School of Nursing

22,208 Learners

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Teri Verner, DNP, RN

Graduate Faculty

Earl E Bakken Center for Spirituality and Healing

22,208 Learners

1 Course

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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.

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

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Week1

Week 1

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

Introduction to This Course3mSetting the Context6mWhat are Integrative Therapies?4mWhy You Should Know About Integrative Therapies4mWhat Is the Role of the Provider?7mWhat Is the Role of the Patient?4mTalking to Patients4m

6 readings

Definition of Integrative Health5mTypes of Integrative Therapies5mOptional but Interesting: Integrative Therapies Around the World5mEight Principles of Patient-Centered Care10mChecklist: Determining Patient Preferences5mWeek 1: References and Resources2m

2 practice exercises

Your New Role30mWhat, Why, and How of Integrative Therapies15m

Week2

Week 2

4 hours to complete

Types of Integrative Therapies

4 hours to complete

8 videos (Total 41 min), 15 readings, 6 quizzes

8 videos

What are Mind-Body Therapies5mMind-Body Therapies: Safety and Use2mWhat Are Biologically-Based Therapies?4mMore About Herbal Medicine and Aromatherapy6mWhat are Energy Therapies?3mWhat Are Manipulative Therapies?4mWhat Are Whole Systems?6mMore Whole Systems6m

15 readings

Mind-Body Therapies At a Glance2mDo a Deeper Dive: Relaxation Techniques10mBiologically-Based Therapies at a Glance2mEnergy Therapies at a Glance2mDo a Deeper Dive: Reiki20mManipulative and-Body-Based Therapies at a Glance2mDo a Deeper Dive: Chiropractic20mWhole Systems at a Glance2mDo a Deeper Dive: Traditional Chinese Medicine25mSummary on Mind-Body Therapies5mSummary on Biologically-Based Therapies5mSummary on Energy Therapies5mSummary on Manipulative and Body-Based Therapies5mSummary on Whole Systems5mWeek 2: References and Resources2m

6 practice exercises

Relaxation Techniques5mResearch an Herb10mReiki30mChiropractic30mTraditional Chinese Medicine30mTypes of Integrative Therapies

Week3

Week 3

2 hours to complete

Evaluating the Evidence

2 hours to complete

6 videos (Total 31 min), 3 readings, 2 quizzes

6 videos

Using Research Evidence in Practice3mAdvantages of an Evidence-Informed Approach4mAn Evidence-Informed Case Study2mChallenges and Barriers In Integrative Therapy Research4mEvaluating Health Research8mIdentifying Reliable Information about Integrative Therapies6m

3 readings

Learn More About Evidence-Informed Practice20mWorksheet: Evaluating Web Sources10mWeek 3: References and Resources2m

2 practice exercises

Check Your Knowledge: Evidence-Informed Practice30mEvaluate a Website on Integrative Therapies40m

Week4

Week 4

4 hours to complete

How Safe Are Integrative Therapies?

4 hours to complete

2 videos (Total 16 min), 8 readings, 4 quizzes

2 videos

Principles of Integrative Care8mNatural Does Not Mean Safe7m

8 readings

Symptom Management During Chemotherapy30mAdditional Resource on Integrative NursingMore Information About Safety of Integrative Therapies10mChecklist for Safe Use5mCase Study10mMore Resources about Safety10mPeer Review Project Overview5mWeek 4: References and Resources2m

4 practice exercises

Symptom Management30mSafety Considerations10mResearching Safety of Therapies30mPart 1 of Your Project1h

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TOP REVIEWS FROM INTRODUCTION TO INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES AND HEALING PRACTICES

by NMDec 1, 2020

I love this course very easy to understand and informative for my job I’m doing,thank you to the entire university and teachers!! I do appreciate it.

by KYFeb 16, 2021

Thank you for this introduction! I am more aware of how so many different evidence-based therapies and healing practices are there to help us to build, maintain, regain our homeostasis!

by NFNov 25, 2022

Slightly basic on information I already know but for those just being introduced to integrative therapies, it's comprehensive. Easy to navigate model, very user friendly.

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

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.
The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Can I get continuing education credit (CE) for this course?
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.

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