Accredited CPD Fundamentals Courses

This course is designed to equip pharmacist professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate Australia's evolving medical cannabis landscape. Designed for pharmacists, this course will help you gain essential knowledge for safely and effectively handling medical cannabis. Develop a practical understanding of the endocannabinoid system, crucial for dispensing, monitoring, and adjusting cannabinoid medications within Australia's regulations. Understand your distinct role as a pharmacist in patient care, and learn to lead discussions with your patients for their best health outcomes. Join a cohort of passionate pharmacists in Australia who have chosen to broaden their skills in medical cannabis prescribing. With this course, you can be part of improving treatment options for patients suffering from chronic conditions Australia wide.  Preview this course by watching the video above. Estimated Duration: 8 hours Access Duration: 12 months from date of purchase Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this module, you’ll be able to: Discuss the individual components of the cannabis plant Describe cannabis medicine options accurately Explain how the endocannabinoid system functions Assess the suitability of cannabis treatment for various chronic disease states Identify appropriate and inappropriate patient cohorts for medical cannabis treatment Discuss with patients about medical cannabis as a therapeutic option for symptom management Describe how to initiate, monitor and titrate cannabinoid medicines Apply critical safety considerations in patient-centred care Describe the role and responsibilities of pharmacists in relation to medical cannabis therapy Explain how pharmacists can educate patients on safe and effective use of medical cannabis Discuss how to collaborate with other healthcare providers to monitor patient outcomes and adjust treatment plans Describe requirements for storing medical cannabis Discuss quality control measures for medical cannabis products Explain the Australian regulatory frameworks surrounding medical cannabis provision Claim 17 CPD credits for eligible participants.

This course is designed to equip nursing professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate Australia's evolving medical cannabis landscape. DEVELOPER'S NOTE: As nurses, we understand the growing importance of holistic care and the role medical cannabis can have in managing a multitude of conditions. Join us in this meticulously crafted course to explore the history and botany of cannabis, understand the role of the endocannabinoid system and homeostasis. Learn how to navigate TGA processes, monitor and manage potential adverse side effects and other important aspects of cannabis treatment and patient care. This course is created and endorsed by nurses who believe in the potential of medical cannabis as a vital component of integrative, modern healthcare. Preview this course by watching the video above. Estimated Duration: 5 hours Access Duration: 12 months from date of purchase Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this module, you’ll be able to: Describe cannabis medicines accurately and demonstrate an understanding of the individual chemical components of the plant. Demonstrate an understanding of endocannabinoid system function. Assess the suitability of cannabis treatments in various chronic disease states. Identify appropriate patient cohorts for medical cannabis treatment. Facilitate clinical discussions with patients around medical cannabis as a therapeutic option in symptom management. Monitor and provide titration advice around cannabinoid medicines.  Apply critical safety considerations in patient centred care. Navigate the regulatory frameworks surrounding medical cannabis provision in Australia.  Claim 5 CPD hours for eligible participants.

This accredited course provides doctors with a comprehensive introduction to the clinical and regulatory foundations of medical cannabis prescribing in Australia. As patient interest in cannabinoid-based therapies increases, it is essential for prescribers to be equipped with evidence-informed knowledge and practical skills to navigate this evolving space safely and effectively. Through this program, participants will explore the endocannabinoid system and its relevance to human physiology, examine the pharmacology of key cannabis constituents, and gain practical insight into initiating, monitoring, and titrating medical cannabis products. The course also addresses the Australian regulatory landscape and offers guidance on assessing patient suitability, facilitating informed discussions, and applying critical safety considerations in clinical practice. Designed to support evidence-based decision-making, this course empowers doctors to responsibly consider medical cannabis as part of a broader, patient-centred approach to managing chronic symptoms and conditions. Preview this course by watching the video above. Estimated Duration: 5 hours Access Duration: 12 months from date of purchase Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this module, you’ll be able to: Describe cannabis medicines accurately and demonstrate an understanding of the individual chemical components of the plant. Demonstrate an understanding of endocannabinoid system function. Assess the suitability of cannabis treatments in various chronic disease states. Identify appropriate patient cohorts for medical cannabis treatment. Facilitate clinical discussions with patients around medical cannabis as a therapeutic option in symptom management. Initiate, monitor and titrate cannabinoid medicines.  Apply critical safety considerations in patient-centred care. Navigate the regulatory frameworks surrounding medical cannabis provision in Australia.