Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices
This course is part of Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Describe the field of integrative health and various therapy categories
Evaluate research evidence and identify reliable information sources on integrative therapies
Assess safety considerations and recognize contraindications for specific therapies
Identify regulatory requirements and scope of practice issues related to integrative approaches
Develop effective communication strategies for discussing integrative options with patients
Create policies and procedures for implementing integrative therapies in healthcare settings
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
1.8 Hours PreRecorded video
16 assignments
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There are 7 modules in this course
This comprehensive introductory course provides healthcare professionals with a solid foundation in integrative therapies and healing practices. Through seven structured modules, participants explore the field of integrative health, including mind-body therapies, biologically-based approaches, energy therapies, manipulative therapies, and whole systems like Traditional Chinese Medicine. The curriculum emphasizes evidence-informed practice, teaching students how to evaluate research quality and identify reliable information sources. Safety considerations and regulatory issues are thoroughly addressed to ensure responsible implementation. Students develop practical skills for assessing patient preferences, communicating effectively about integrative options, and creating policies and procedures for integrating these approaches into healthcare settings. The course culminates in a peer-reviewed project where participants conduct a needs assessment and develop an implementation plan for their specific work environment.
Introduction to the Field of Integrative Therapies
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Types of Integrative Therapies
Module 2 · 4 Hours to complete
Evaluating the Evidence
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
How Safe Are Integrative Therapies?
Module 4 · 3 Hours to complete
What Impacts Use of Integrative Therapies?
Module 5 · 2 Hours to complete
Your Course Project
Module 6 · 2 Hours to complete
Reflections and Next Steps
Module 7 · 1 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization
Instructors
Clinical Associate Professor
Robin Austin is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota, School of Nursing and Graduate Faculty at the Earl E. Bakken Center for Spirituality and Healing. Robin has a broad range of healthcare experience.
Graduate Faculty
Teri Verner, DNP, RN, AHN-BC is the Director of the Integrative Services for the HealthEast System in Minnesota. She completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree in Integrative Health and Healing through the University of Minnesota
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