About
This free, self-paced, online training equips health professionals with the knowledge, hands-on experience, and resources to speak and take action on climate change in their homes, neighborhoods, workplaces, communities, and beyond. Three continuing education credits are available upon completion of this 4-hour training. See available credit types here.
The training is practical, inspiring, and backed by science.
Target audience
This activity is appropriate for the following audiences:
- Nurses
- Physicians
- Nurse Practitioners
- Social Workers
- Registered Dieticians
- Pharmacists
- Physician Associates/Assistants
- Behavioral Health providers
- Dental providers
Content
- The Health Case for Climate Action, Climate Basics
- Impacts on Human Health, Health Equity
- Climate Solutions & Health Benefits
- Communicating on Climate and Health
- Advocacy & Engagement
- Making a Difference as an Ambassador
Learning objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to do the following:
- Review the variety of climate actions to mitigate and address the health impacts of climate change
- Identify the ways that health organizations or professional associations can lead on climate solutions
- Describe best practices for communication on climate change and its health effects.
Duration
4 hours, 6 weeks to complete
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