The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about the athletic health in children.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understand the benefits and risks in athletic participation
• Know developmental tasks and be able to give parental anticipatory guidance
• Recognize common sports injuries
• Be able to assess psychological issues related to sports participation

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and learning disabilities.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understand the diagnosis of ADHD and Learning disabilities
• Understand comorbidity issues
• Be familiar with treatment and planning
• Be able to manage medication issues

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about cerebral palsy and cystic fibrosis. After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Know the etiology of cerebral palsy and cystic fibrosis
• Understand the basic forms of cerebral palsy and prognostic indicators for cystic fibrosis
• Awareness of comorbidity factors and treatment needed for cerebral palsy and cystic fibrosis
• Understand basic accommodation factors needed for both long term conditions

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about certification in school nursing. After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Understand the reasons and requirements for certification in school nursing
• Understand the basics of the history of school nursing
• Understand the scope of practice in school nursing and the roles and standards of practice

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about chonic problems in school children.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understanding difference in chronic illness and chronic condition
• Recognize the prevalence and levels of  deficits and accommodations needed for enhancing school performance
• Recognize nurses role in the multidisciplinary team

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about common skin disorders among school-aged children. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Understand terminology to describe skin lesions and rashes
• Assessment and interventions for skin problems
• Recognize pediculosis infestation and be able to teach parents and staff concerning treatment and attendance issues
• Become aware of self mutilation practices

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about controversial school issues.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Being familiar with basic ethical principles
• Understanding the process of conflict resolution
• Be aware of multiple potential areas for conflict
• Be able to investigate discuss, and come to a consensus on difficult issues involving the health and well-being of students.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about demographics in schools.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Become aware of population statistics that impact the school system
• Be aware of poverty, insurance, child abuse and other statistical analysis
• Basic understanding of school nurse’s role in health of school staff members
• Be aware of issues that impact staff health and school nurse’s responsibilities

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about documentation in schools.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Be familiar with the nursing process and nursing diagnosis as it relates to the school nurse setting
• Introduce the care plans in the school environment- IHP and EAP
• Understand the responsibilities of the school nurse in the development of IDEA and Section 504 care planning for students

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about family, culture, and community.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Be familiar with changing trends of family structure within American society
• Become more aware of family impact and assessment of family situations
• Understand cultural impact on student and families to meet their health care needs
• View community collaboration as an important resource for school nursing practice

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  high risk behaviors in schools.   After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Definition and treatment methods for students with behavioral problems
• Knowledge of incidence and prevalence of adolescent risk behaviors
• Be aware of treatment methods and programs available
• Know importance of early education and early intervention

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about legal issues.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Understand basic knowledge of state and local government’s impact on school nursing
• Become familiar with the process and reasons for lawsuits
• Understanding federal laws that impact school nursing practice

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about management in school nursing.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Understand importance of physical appearance and functional space for the school nursing office
• Know basic supplies and equipment needed for adequate functioning
• Understand funding sources and if available sources are being utilized
• Know methods to increase funding for school health care services

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about managing staff in schools.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Understanding the complexities of the hiring process
• Being familiar with the mentoring and training process
• Understanding evaluation procedures and issues
• Being able to recognize and manage burn-out

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about medical emergencies in schools.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Be familiar with the most common types of medical emergencies and interventions in the school setting
• Know how to conduct assessment and triage problems
• Become aware of the importance of following a protocol for emergencies

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about mental health in schools.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Be able to recognize mental health problems in children
• Basic knowledge of signs and symptoms of the major causes of mental illness in children
• Understanding of referral process, family counseling, and school accommodations
• Becoming advocate for school mental health services

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about mentalal retardation.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Know definition and degrees of mental retardation
• Basic understanding of major causes of mental retardation
• Awareness of learning tools used for these students
• See role of nurse as coordinator of health care and support for student and families

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about obesity and diabetes in school children. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to:

• Understand the individual and societal consequences of childhood obesity
• Recognizing importance of implementing IHP for obese students
• Be able to teach and promote proper lifestyle changes in the school environment
• Understand types of childhood diabetes and treatment and monitoring required

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric-growth and developement.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Be familiar with growth and development of 3-18 year olds
• Understand use of growth charts; recognize common growth and development testing methods
• Review basic developmental theory

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric-allergy and asthma.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understand physiology of allergic responses
• Know common allergic problems; understand environmental avoidance measures
• Understand diagnosis, treatment, management, and education for asthmatics and their families

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about promoting health in school settings.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - List and describe screening tests available to the school nurse

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about school nursing sexually transmitted disease and pregnancy.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Understand incidence and reasons for teen pregnancies
• View school nurse’s role as important in early diagnosis and referral for care
• Understand family, father, and pregnant teen issues and interventions for best outcome
• Be aware of incidence, treatment, prevention and education concerning sexually transmitted diseases

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about school nursing teaching and research.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• To define the role of the school nurse as teacher
• Understanding the modalities and complexities of teaching within the school environment
• Become aware of the role of the school nurse in adding to school nursing knowledge through research
• Understand the basics of research and the different methods and format used in school nursing research

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about seizures.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Understand the different forms of seizures
• Be aware of medical management and emergency management of seizures in the school setting
• Obtain knowledge of psychosocial and adolescent issues with seizure disorders
• View school nurse as important in educating staff and planning care for student

• Understand the management of emergencies related to environmental and other disasters in the school setting
• Planning and prevention methods for dealing with violence in the school setting
• Understanding bullying behaviors and student violence issues in the  school system
• Basic knowledge of forms of bioterrorism