The Introduction to General Practice module comprises of a range of learning units to prepare you for general practice.

This one-hour eLearning course is designed for staff working in primary care and care home settings to enhance their understanding and management of learning disabilities in older persons. The course provides essential knowledge on the unique challenges and needs of older adults with learning disabilities, focusing on diagnosis, treatment, and compassionate care. Participants will engage in interactive modules, real-life case studies, and practical scenarios to improve their skills and knowledge.

Understand the pathophysiological changes that occur in COPD and the associated symptoms Understand the importance of holistic assessment of a patient with COPD Develop knowledge of current treatment options for patients with COPD Understand the evidence based clinical guidelines for assessment and management of COPD Develop knowledge of current NICE guidelines and GOLD standards.

The course provides essential knowledge and skills for all healthcare professionals in primary care , enabling effective management of diabetic patients using an evidence-informed and patient-centered approach.

Date: 29 November 2022 Time: 13h00-16h00 CPD Hours : 3 Session Type : This is a live, interactive session using ZOOM.

Objectives By the end of the session, participants will be able to: Identify the underlying causes and triggers of challenging behaviour in patients. Apply effective communication and de-escalation techniques tailored for difficult interactions. Recognise the signs and symptoms of common medical emergencies encountered in general practice. Initiate the appropriate first-response steps during medical emergencies, ensuring patient safety and timely professional intervention. Collaborate across roles (clinical and non-clinical) to manage challenging scenarios, difficult conversations and emergencies in general practice.

Course details Date: 30 August 2023 Time: 1300 – 1400 hrs (GMT) Session Type: Live, interactive ZOOM session CPD Accreditation: 3 CPD hours Epilepsy in the elderly According to a 2019 study, epilepsy is the third most common neurological disorder affecting older adults after stroke and dementia. There are over 600,000 people in the UK with a known diagnosis of epilepsy, that being about 1 in 103 people. Shockingly, there are 21 epilepsy-related deaths every week in the UK. And the incidence of epilepsy in the elderly is increasing rapidly, partly because of the increasing prevalence of stroke, dementia, and brain tumours. In addition to the increasing incidence of epilepsy in the elderly, special attention must be paid to take proper care of these patients due to associated age-related physiological changes, such as decreased renal and hepatic function, and the fact that many of these patients already have concomitant diseases and take many other drugs to control these problems. Furthermore, the characteristic symptoms of new-onset seizures in the elderly may be different from those in younger patients. As such, this webinar also explores the management of epilepsy in older adults and the factors to be considered to achieve effective and safe control and monitoring of epilepsy in older adults. Course Overview This course aims to provide healthcare professionals, caregivers, and individuals with an understanding of epilepsy in older people. Participants will gain knowledge about the unique challenges associated with epilepsy in this population and develop skills to effectively manage and support older individuals living with epilepsy. Therefore, the course will cover various topics, including the causes, diagnosis, treatment, safety considerations, for older adults with epilepsy.

Physical Examination Skills 14 21 28 July 2022 Time: 10h00 – 16h00CPD Hours: 203 Day Classroom course Course Summary This 3 day workshop provides a comprehensive guide to performing clinical examinations. This course is suitable for nurses, pharmacists, paramedics and allied health professionals who regularly assess patients and will develop your skills in using a systematic approach when performing a clinical examination.

Time: 09h30 -12h30 or 13h30 – 16h30 CPD Hours: 3 Email: admin@belmatt.co.uk for upcoming dates. Course Summary Phlebotomy or venepuncture is one of the most commonly performed invasive procedures in hospitals and primary care. This comprehensive workshop includes theory and practical demonstration and training on taking bloods and administration of injections.