Managing Asthma, Allergies, Diabetes, and Seizures in School

  • 4.8
Approx. 15 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course provides comprehensive information on managing asthma, allergies, diabetes, and seizures in school settings. It covers the fundamentals of each condition, best practices for management, and strategies for creating a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.

Key Learning Points

  • Learn about the four most common chronic health conditions that affect school-age children
  • Develop skills to manage and respond to medical emergencies in a school setting
  • Gain knowledge and confidence in creating an inclusive learning environment for all students

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

  • School Nurse
    • USA: $45,000-$92,000
    • India: INR 240,000 - INR 1,000,000
    • Spain: €20,000-€40,000
  • School Health Coordinator
    • USA: $37,000-$75,000
    • India: INR 200,000 - INR 800,000
    • Spain: €18,000-€35,000
  • Special Education Teacher
    • USA: $43,000-$75,000
    • India: INR 240,000 - INR 800,000
    • Spain: €20,000-€35,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the fundamentals of managing asthma, allergies, diabetes, and seizures in a school setting
  • Develop skills to respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid
  • Create a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic knowledge of common chronic health conditions
  • Access to relevant school health policies and protocols

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online self-paced course
  • Video lectures
  • Interactive quizzes
  • Case studies

Similar Courses

  • Managing Chronic Health Conditions in the Workplace
  • Creating Inclusive Learning Environments

Related Education Paths


Notable People in This Field

  • National Association of School Nurses
  • American Diabetes Association

Related Books

Description

Welcome to School Health specialization: Managing Asthma, Anaphylaxis, Food Allergies, Diabetes, and Seizures in School course. In this course, you will learn about these common medical issues students face and how to best support students who suffer from them. We will also take a holistic look at how we can best support overall student health.

Outline

  • Asthma
  • Welcome to School Health for Children and Adolescents
  • Managing Asthma, Allergies, Diabetes, and Seizures in School
  • What is Asthma?
  • Asthma Triggers
  • Symptoms of Asthma Attack
  • Asthma Management
  • Role of School Nurse
  • Medical Management Plans
  • Asthma Action Plan
  • Supporting Students with Asthma
  • About Us: School Health for Children and Adolescents Specialization at CU Anschutz
  • What is Asthma?
  • Asthma Triggers
  • Symptoms of Asthma Attack
  • Asthma Management
  • Role of School Nurse
  • Medical Management Plans
  • Asthma Action Plan
  • Asthma Practice Quiz
  • Asthma Assessment
  • Type 1 Diabetes
  • What is Type 1 Diabetes?
  • Management of Type 1 Diabetes
  • Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes
  • Diabetes Medication Management
  • Care of Students with T1DM
  • What is Type 1 Diabetes?
  • Management of Type 1 Diabetes
  • Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes
  • Diabetes Medication Management
  • Care of Students with T1DM
  • Type 1 Diabetes Assessment
  • Seizures
  • What is a Seizure Disorder?
  • Causes of Seizures
  • Common Symptoms of Seizures
  • Management of Seizures
  • Seizure Disorders: School Nurse and Staff
  • Seizure Emergency Action Plan
  • What is a Seizure Disorder?
  • Causes of Seizures
  • Common Symptoms of Seizures
  • Management of Seizures
  • Seizure Disorders: School Nurse and Staff
  • Seizure Emergency Action Plan
  • Seizures Assessment
  • Food Allergies and Anaphylaxis
  • What are Food Allergies and Anaphylaxis?
  • Recognizing Signs of Allergies and Anaphylaxis
  • Common Food Allergens
  • Management of Allergies and Anaphylaxis
  • Role of Allergy and Anaphylaxis
  • Allergy and Anaphylaxis Plan
  • Ways to Minimize Exposure
  • What are Food Allergies and Anaphylaxis?
  • Recognizing Signs of Allergies and Anaphylaxis
  • Common Food Allergens
  • Management of Allergies and Anaphylaxis
  • Role of Allergy and Anaphylaxis
  • Allergy and Anaphylaxis Plan
  • Food Allergies and Anaphylaxis Assessment

Summary of User Reviews

Learn how to manage asthma, allergies, diabetes, and seizures in school with this comprehensive course on Coursera. Users have given positive feedback on the course content and resources provided. However, some users have mentioned issues with course organization and the level of difficulty.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Many users found the course content to be comprehensive and informative.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Comprehensive course content
  • Helpful resources provided
  • Good for educators and parents alike

Cons from User Reviews

  • Course organization can be confusing
  • Some users found the course to be too difficult
  • Lack of interaction with instructors and other students
  • Limited practical application
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Approx. 15 hours to complete
Daniel Nicklas, Eve Kutchman, Lauren Welch, Karen Hecker
University of Colorado System
Coursera

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Daniel Nicklas

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