This introductory course from the University of Minnesota offers a comprehensive exploration of integrative therapies and healing practices, empowering participants to integrate these approaches into their work with clients. Through expert-led modules, participants will gain a deep understanding of the field, evaluate research evidence, discuss safety considerations, and create implementation plans.
Throughout the course, participants will delve into various types of integrative therapies, including mind-body, biologically-based, energy, and manipulative therapies. They will learn to assess the evidence base for these modalities and identify reliable sources of information. Safety considerations and regulations surrounding integrative therapies will also be thoroughly explored, equipping participants with the knowledge to optimize safe use and navigate policy and scope of practice.
By the end of the course, participants will be adept at discussing the benefits and risks of integrative therapies, partnering with patients in their use, and developing plans for introducing these therapies into their professional settings.
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The course modules cover a wide range of topics, including an introduction to integrative therapies, evaluating research evidence, discussing safety considerations, and exploring the impact of policies and regulations on the use of integrative therapies.
This module provides an in-depth introduction to the field of integrative therapies, setting the context for the course and exploring the various types of integrative therapies. Participants will learn about the roles of providers and patients, patient-centered care principles, and how to determine patient preferences.
This module delves into the different types of integrative therapies, including mind-body, biologically-based, energy, and manipulative therapies. Participants will explore the safety and use of these therapies, gaining insights into relaxation techniques, Reiki, chiropractic, and traditional Chinese medicine.
Participants will learn to use research evidence in practice, understand the advantages of an evidence-informed approach, and evaluate health research. They will also identify reliable information about integrative therapies and practice evaluating web sources.
This module focuses on the safety considerations of integrative therapies, emphasizing the principles of integrative care and the importance of natural not meaning safe. Participants will explore symptom management during chemotherapy, research safety of therapies, and understand regulations and policies.
Exploring the impact of policies and regulations on the use of integrative therapies, this module covers the need for policies and procedures, regulations around integrative therapies, and the elements of a policy. Participants will also engage in identifying their scope of practice.
This module guides participants on how to submit their final project, emphasizes the importance of needs assessments, and provides instructions for the peer review project. Optional information on conducting a full SWOT analysis and conducting an organizational needs assessment is also included.
Concluding the course, this module features a summary by course instructors and encourages participants to reflect on their learning journey. Participants will engage in personal reflections, encapsulating their growth and insights gained from the course.
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