Trimester-3 Hair & Nails Course (Aug 21 - Nov 05, 2023)

Trimester-3 Hair & Nails Course is organized by The Australasian College of Dermatologists (ACD) and will be held from Aug 21 - Nov 05, 2023.

Description:
These courses are designed to provide Doctors and related health professionals with knowledge and skills in a range of Dermatology and skin health areas to develop their expertise and confidence in dealing with patients who present with dermatological conditions. It aims to assist you in the day-to-day management of these patients and in making the decision as to when to refer a patient to a Dermatologist.

Completion of this course does not provide you with qualifications in dermatology or guarantee you access into the ACD Specialist Training Program. In order to practice as a Specialist Dermatologist you must complete the ACD Specialist Training Program.

Course Learning Outcomes:
At the successful completion of this course, you should be able to:
•Describe the basic structure and function of hair and nails
• Implement a systematic and professional approach to the examination of hair and nails
• Assess and diagnose common conditions associated with the hair and nails
• Plan and develop treatment and management regimens appropriate to the common conditions of hair and nails that are diagnosed
• Demonstrate effective communication skills to explore a patient’s concerns and expectations
• Assess when to refer a patient on to a specialist 

Outline & Components:
This online course will cover the most common diseases and conditions you will encounter in your daily practice as a GP.  Abnormalities of hair & nails, may be specific diseases in themselves, or signs of underlying disease.

This course consists of two online topics:
• Hair – basic structure, types, common conditions
• Nails – basic structure, common conditions