This course is part of the Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization

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Integrative Health and Medicine SpecializationUniversity of Minnesota

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This introductory course provides a framework for incorporating integrative therapies into your work with clients or patients.  By the end of the course, you will be able to assess if integrative therapies are good options in specific situations, as well as educate patients and colleagues about benefits and risks.  You will be confident discussing the evidence base for integrative therapies in general, with an understanding of some of the challenges of research in this area, and able to identify reliable sources of evidence-based information. You will leave with the skills to  partner with patients or clients around use of  these therapies and a plan to introduce integrative therapies in your work or other setting.
Continuing Education Credit
This course has been designed to meet Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education requirements for 15 contact hours and may be eligible for CE credit from other professional boards that allow self-documenting of continuing education activities. It is your responsibility to check with your regulatory board to confirm this course meets your local requirements and, if necessary, to provide them with the certificate of completion you get if you pay for and fulfill all the requirements of this course.

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Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization

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Approx. 18 hours to complete

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Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish

What you will learn

Describe the field of integrative health.
Evaluate the state of the research evidence and reliable sources to use.
Discuss the overall safety of these therapies and how to optimize safe use.
Create a plan to successfully introduce integrative therapies into your work or other setting.

Skills you will gain

wellbeing
Evidence-Based Practices
patient-centered care
complementary therapies
integrative nursing

Flexible deadlines

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Shareable Certificate

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100% online

Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.

Course 1 of 5 in the

Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization

Beginner Level

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Approx. 18 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish

Instructors

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Robin Austin, DNP, DC

Clinical Associate Professor

School of Nursing

20,077 Learners

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Teri Verner, DNP, RN

Graduate Faculty

Earl E Bakken Center for Spirituality and Healing

20,077 Learners

1 Course

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University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

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Week

Week 1

2 hours to complete

Introduction to the Field of Integrative Therapies

2 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 35 min), 6 readings, 2 quizzes

7 videos

Introduction to This Course3m

Setting the Context6m

What are Integrative Therapies?4m

Why You Should Know About Integrative Therapies4m

What Is the Role of the Provider?7m

What Is the Role of the Patient?4m

Talking to Patients4m

6 readings

Definition of Integrative Health5m

Types of Integrative Therapies5m

Optional but Interesting: Integrative Therapies Around the World5m

Eight Principles of Patient-Centered Care10m

Checklist: Determining Patient Preferences5m

Week 1: References and Resources2m

2 practice exercises

Your New Role30m

What, Why, and How of Integrative Therapies15m

Week

Week 2

4 hours to complete

Types of Integrative Therapies

4 hours to complete

8 videos (Total 41 min), 15 readings, 6 quizzes

8 videos

What are Mind-Body Therapies5m

Mind-Body Therapies: Safety and Use2m

What Are Biologically-Based Therapies?4m

More About Herbal Medicine and Aromatherapy6m

What are Energy Therapies?3m

What Are Manipulative Therapies?4m

What Are Whole Systems?6m

More Whole Systems6m

15 readings

Mind-Body Therapies At a Glance2m

Do a Deeper Dive: Relaxation Techniques10m

Biologically-Based Therapies at a Glance2m

Energy Therapies at a Glance2m

Do a Deeper Dive: Reiki20m

Manipulative and-Body-Based Therapies at a Glance2m

Do a Deeper Dive: Chiropractic20m

Whole Systems at a Glance2m

Do a Deeper Dive: Traditional Chinese Medicine25m

Summary on Mind-Body Therapies5m

Summary on Biologically-Based Therapies5m

Summary on Energy Therapies5m

Summary on Manipulative and Body-Based Therapies5m

Summary on Whole Systems5m

Week 2: References and Resources2m

6 practice exercises

Relaxation Techniques5m

Research an Herb10m

Reiki30m

Chiropractic30m

Traditional Chinese Medicine30m

Types of Integrative Therapies

Week

Week 3

2 hours to complete

Evaluating the Evidence

2 hours to complete

6 videos (Total 31 min), 3 readings, 2 quizzes

6 videos

Using Research Evidence in Practice3m

Advantages of an Evidence-Informed Approach4m

An Evidence-Informed Case Study2m

Challenges and Barriers In Integrative Therapy Research4m

Evaluating Health Research8m

Identifying Reliable Information about Integrative Therapies6m

3 readings

Learn More About Evidence-Informed Practice20m

Worksheet: Evaluating Web Sources10m

Week 3: References and Resources2m

2 practice exercises

Check Your Knowledge: Evidence-Informed Practice30m

Evaluate a Website on Integrative Therapies40m

Week

Week 4

4 hours to complete

How Safe Are Integrative Therapies?

4 hours to complete

2 videos (Total 16 min), 8 readings, 4 quizzes

2 videos

Principles of Integrative Care8m

Natural Does Not Mean Safe7m

8 readings

Symptom Management During Chemotherapy30m

Additional Resource on Integrative Nursing

More Information About Safety of Integrative Therapies10m

Checklist for Safe Use5m

Case Study10m

More Resources about Safety10m

Peer Review Project Overview5m

Week 4: References and Resources2m

4 practice exercises

Symptom Management30m

Safety Considerations10m

Researching Safety of Therapies30m

Part 1 of Your Project1h

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TOP REVIEWS FROM INTRODUCTION TO INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES AND HEALING PRACTICES

by HMDec 20, 2021

I thought this provided a great introduction to complementary practices and I particularly liked the project which allowed us to apply what we'd learned in a meaningful way!

by MSJul 28, 2020

Very interesting course, even if mostly targeting people already working in the health sector (which is not my case at all)

by LMJan 14, 2021

I enjoyed this introductory course and it definitely gave me some great information on how to integrate other therapies into my herbal medicine practice.

by LAug 9, 2020

This course were very useful for the information in the classes. There were very convenient online lessons. Instructors are very educated and helpful.

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About the Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization

If you want to help your patients or clients manage conditions or symptoms such as pain and anxiety, this specialization will provide the knowledge and skills needed. In these five courses, you will explore integrative therapies, including herbal medicine, guided imagery, aromatherapy, and mindfulness. For each therapy studied, you will gain skills to: Assess if a therapy is appropriate, Educate patients or clients about benefit and risk, Administer or advise on use, and Evaluate if the therapy was useful (our AEAE approach).

By the end of this specialization, you will be familiar with application methods, mechanisms of action, and the research evidence for specific therapies, as well as safety and quality considerations. In short, you will be ready to partner with patients on developing a plan of integrative care that fits their needs and preferences. Note that while the primary focus is on working with patients or clients, the information is also immediately applicable to your own health and wellbeing.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.
The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Can I get continuing education credit (CE) for this course?
This course has been designed to meet Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education (CE) requirements for 15 contact hours and may be eligible for CE credit from other professional boards that allow self-documenting of continuing education activities. It is your responsibility to check with your regulatory board to confirm this course meets your local requirements and, if necessary, to provide them with the certificate of completion you get if you pay for and fulfill all the requirements of this course.

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