Dermatology Nursing Courses 2018

​​Course Objectives

• To acquire a basic knowledge in the principles of skin care
• To understand the treatment options and care management for Scabies, Eczema and Psoriasis.

Who Should Attend?
For Nurses and Healthcare Assistants in Intermediate and Long term care (ILTC)/Hospitals

Delivery Mode
Lectures/ tutorials by dermatology trained nurses

Practical sessions
Hands on session on specific nursing procedures will be conducted in the Centre.

• Basic wound care
• Topical applications
• Wet wrap / Potassium Permanganate compress

Duration of Course
2-day course: 5th & 6th April 2018

Course Fees
$300 (NHG staff)
$400 (Non-NHG staff)
$500 (Foreign trainee)

*Price is subjected to GST

Closing Date for Registration:
15th March 2018

Enquiries
​ Please email: [email protected]​​

Course Objectives
Understand the importance of a holistic approach in skin assessment

• Understand the common types of skin conditions
• Learn about the causes and triggering factors for eczema
• Learn about the laboratory tests and specific investigations
• Learn about the treatment guidelines for common dermatoses
• Able to communicate effectively to ensure safe and effective care delivery
• Able to perform skin care counseling and provide patient education
• Understand the emotional, social and psychological impact of chronic skin diseases.

Who Should Attend?
For nurses with at least 1 -2 years experience in dermatology setting in an institution or hospital

Delivery Mode

• Lectures/Tutorials by Dermatologists, Nursing Staff and Allied Health Professionals
• Clinical Attachments
• Educational Visits

Assessment
A case study and written assessment

Duration of Course
6-week course: 14th May 2018 to 22nd June 2018

Course Fees
$1800 (NHG staff) and $2000 (Non-NHG staff)
$2500 (Foreign trainees)

*Price is subjected to GST

Closing Date for Registration:
01 May 2018

Enquiries
Please email: [email protected]​