Postgraduate certificate Preventive Nursing in Primary Care

In primary care, there has been an important transformation in the role of nurses. Thus, the focus has shifted from hygiene promotion and basic care measures to complement this activity with the implementation of vaccination programs, promotion of healthy lifestyles and early detection of diseases. In this context, nurses play a fundamental role as a key figure in the health education of the population. For this reason, TECH has developed this 100% online program that offers the professionals an update in the prevention of diseases such as infectious diseases and cancer, as well as the promotion of lifestyles beneficial to the physical and mental state.

University certificate

duration

6 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

6 ECTS

financing up to

3 months

Price(first year)

See price

The world's largest faculty of nursing”

Introduction to the Program

With TECH you will delve into the key strategies to prevent diseases and improve health at different stages of life from Primary Care Nursing”

Preventive primary care has evolved from a rudimentary approach based on hygiene promotion and basic care measures to a comprehensive approach. This includes the implementation of mass immunization strategies, the promotion of healthy habits and the early identification of diseases.

This progress has led to the consolidation of Preventive Nursing in healthcare systems. For this reason, TECH has developed this program that offers professionals an opportunity to update this field in just 6 weeks.

In this sense, the graduates will have a syllabus that will allow them to delve into the general rules of vaccine administration, epidemiological review and the identification and control of cardiovascular risk factors. Likewise, they will delve into prevention and care during pregnancy, preventive activities in mental health and the detection and management of frailty in the elderly.

As a result, the nurses will have before them an advanced, quality university qualification that allows them to access the content at any time and place. The only thing they will need is an electronic device with an Internet connection to consult the syllabus of this program. It also uses the Relearning method, which leads students to remember key concepts in a reduced period of time.

You will implement effective preventive health activities in childhood and adolescence thanks to this program”

This Postgraduate certificate in Preventive Nursing in Primary Care contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

The development of case studies presented by experts in Primary Care Nursing
Graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will update your healthy lifestyle recommendations, from nutrition to physical activity, for a full and balanced life”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from sector who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professionals with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which the professionals must try to solve the different professional practice situations that are presented throughout the academic course. For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned experts.

You will expand your knowledge in cancer prevention and specific recommendations, based on the latest scientific evidence"

With this university qualification you will be aware of the best practices in the prevention of infectious diseases and how to administer vaccines safely and effectively"

Syllabus

The content presented in this program dynamically addresses concepts related to Preventive Nursing in Primary Care. Thus, this agenda includes strategies to avoid chronic and infectious diseases and specific preventive activities for women and the elderly. Similarly, it will delve into mental health, occupational hazards and musculoskeletal injuries. All this, through the most innovative pedagogical tools.

With the Relearning method, you will update complex knowledge more efficiently and obtain better results with less effort”

Module 1. Disease Prevention

1.1. Disease Prevention

1.1.1. Levels of Prevention
1.1.2. Factors of Risk in the different Stages of Life
1.1.3. Childhood
1.1.4. Youth

1.2. Preventive Activities in Childhood and Adolescence

1.2.1. Breastfeeding in Primary Care
1.2.2. Promotion of Physical Activity
1.2.3. Prevention of traffic accident injuries
1.2.4. Major Depression Screening

1.3. Lifestyle Recommendations

1.3.1. Tobacco
1.3.2. Alcohol
1.3.3. Feeding
1.3.4. Physical Activity
1.3.5. Traffic Accidents: Drugs and driving. Elderly people and driving

1.4. Cancer prevention recommendations

1.4.1. Primary prevention
1.4.2. Secondary prevention
1.4.3. Early Detection
1.4.4. Recommendations according to types of cancer

1.5. Prevention on Infectious Diseases

1.5.1. General Recommendations
1.5.2. General Rules for Administration
1.5.3. Vaccination Calendar
1.5.4. Women, childbearing age and pregnancy
1.5.5. Vaccination in immunocompromised patients
1.5.6. Vaccination in travelers
1.5.7. MMR vaccination
1.5.8. Varicella zoster vaccination
1.5.9. Viral hepatitis vaccination
1.5.10. Human Papillomavirus Vaccine
1.5.11. DPT vaccination
1.5.12. Influenza vaccination
1.5.13. Pneumococcal vaccination
1.5.14. Meningococcal vaccination
1.5.15. COVID-19 vaccination

1.6. Cardiovascular preventive recommendations

1.6.1. Epidemiological review
1.6.2. Cardiovascular Risk Tables
1.6.3. Cardiovascular Risk Factors
1.6.4. Healthy diet

1.7. Preventive activities in women

1.7.1. Pregnancy
1.7.2. Contraception
1.7.3. Menopause
1.7.4. Breast cancer prevention

1.8. Preventive activities in mental health

1.8.1. Care of women and children during pregnancy
1.8.2. Care of women and children during the postpartum period
1.8.3. Prevention of mental health problems of adolescent pregnancy
1.8.4. Risk factors for family dysfunction and psychopathology in situations of single parenthood
1.8.5. School delay
1.8.6. Disorders in Language Development
1.8.7. Prevention of child abuse
1.8.8. Early diagnosis of depression and anxiety disorders

1.9. Preventive activities in the elderly

1.9.1. Walking aids
1.9.2. Malnutrition
1.9.3. Detection and management of the frail elderly person in primary care
1.9.4. Cognitive impairment and dementia

1.10. Prevention of occupational hazards in nursing

1.10.1. Transforming society through salutogenic care
1.10.2. Advanced Practice Nursing in Community Care
1.10.3. Empowerment of People
1.10.4. Holistic Approach of care

You will put into practice the best techniques in the prevention of diseases in elderly people in only 6 weeks”

Postgraduate Certificate in Preventive Nursing in Primary Care

Health is a precious commodity and, nowadays, more and more people value the importance of prevention to maintain optimal well-being. At TECH Global University, we understand the relevance of primary care and its fundamental role in health promotion and disease prevention. Our course is taught in online mode, which gives you the flexibility to study from the comfort of your home or office, adapting to your schedule and daily responsibilities. Through our virtual learning platform, you will have access to the course content, interactive educational resources and the advice of experts in preventive nursing.

The best education is here with TECH

The Postgraduate Certificate in Preventive Nursing in Primary Care aims to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to promote health and prevent disease in the population. You will learn about the importance of early detection of risk factors, education in healthy lifestyle habits and the implementation of preventive strategies in health care. Upon completion of the Postgraduate Certificate in Preventive Nursing in Primary Care, you will be prepared to face the challenges of primary health care and contribute to improving the quality of life of patients. You will be able to apply your knowledge in the identification and management of risk factors, the promotion of healthy lifestyles and the implementation of prevention programs in different health care settings. At TECH Global University, we are committed to academic excellence and the preparation of highly trained professionals to face the challenges of the health field. If you want to excel in the area of preventive nursing and be an agent of change in health care, this course is the ideal option for you. Enroll now in the Postgraduate Certificate in Preventive Nursing in Primary Care and start building a successful future in the health field!