Courses

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Hosted educational modules

Rational Use of AntibioticsThis course empowers healthcare professionals to use antibiotics effectively and responsibly. It covers the inflammatory response to infections, antibiotic mechanisms of action, pharmacological principles, resistance prevention, adverse drug reaction management, and prophylactic use. Accredited by the HPCSA for 13 CPD points, the course addresses the growing challenge of antimicrobial resistance.→
Recognising and Managing DeliriumA MicroCPD course equipping healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and practical skills to identify, assess, and manage delirium effectively across diverse healthcare settings.→
Reducing the Burden of Diabetes ComplicationsThis activity equips pharmacists with strategies to prevent and reduce diabetes complications, highlighting the cardiorenal benefits of newer therapies such as SGLT2 inhibitors, GLP-1 receptor agonists, and non-steroidal MRAs. It supports personalised medication recommendations, especially for older adults, and promotes a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to improve outcomes in type 2 diabetes.→
Refresher on Mental Health in Adult Primary CareThis short course is designed to strengthen the capacity of healthcare professionals to promote mental health and wellbeing among adult patients in primary care settings. Using the Adult Primary Care (APC) guide as a key resource, the course offers a structured approach to integrating mental health into everyday clinical practice within South Africa's primary healthcare system.→
Refugee HealthAn online course exploring the health challenges faced by refugees and asylum seekers, with a focus on those resettled in developed countries. Covers global trends, health impacts, legal definitions, and practical solutions. HPCSA-accredited for 8 CPD points.→
Risk Communication and Community EngagementA 20-hour online short course on Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) offered by the Foundation for Professional Development (FPD). The course teaches public health professionals how to effectively communicate risks and engage communities, with a focus on vaccine uptake and ongoing prevention strategies.→