This is a 2 day course on 25th March and 22nd April. Please make sure you are available to attend both days.

The importance of dermatology care and promotion of skin health is essential in general practice.

The Primary Care Dermatology Society states that 10-15% of the primary care workload involves dermatology and that many common skin conditions are managed entirely within the practice setting. Chronic skin conditions have a psychological impact on life and healthy living. Supporting and helping patients with self-management is often the key to treatment success. A recent survey by The British Skin Foundation (2016) revealed that patients find it easier to talk to a nurse about their skin; and only 50% of patients comply with medical treatment for their skin condition.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Develop a Strong Foundation: Acquire a foundational understanding of skin anatomy and physiology, enabling a comprehensive grasp of normal skin characteristics.
  • Decipher Pathophysiology: Discern the intricacies of common dermatology conditions, such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis, understanding the underlying skin changes that drive these conditions.
  • Master the Language of Dermatology: Gain proficiency in describing dermatological observations accurately, facilitating effective communication and reporting.
  • Harness the Power of Assessment: Elevate skin assessment and history-taking skills, honing the ability to document observations and pertinent patient history with precision.
  • Recognize Skin Changes: Sharpen the skill of identifying skin lesions and potential indicators of skin cancer, equipped with the expertise to navigate the “when to worry” challenge.
  • Explore Pigmentation Variations: Delve into hyper and hypo pigmentation, understanding conditions like dermatosis papulosa nigra, sebaceous hyperplasia, solar lentigo, and freckles.
  • Promote Sun Safety and Dermatology Education: Grasp strategies for skin cancer screening and sun safety healthcare education, contributing to proactive patient care.
  • Navigate Dermatology Resources: Gain insight into valuable dermatology resources and guidelines, empowering continuous learning beyond the course.
  • Develop Action Plans: Craft personalized action plans, evaluate progress, and explore supplementary resources to further enhance dermatological knowledge.
  • Enhance Practical Skills: Gain hands-on experience in managing common skin conditions like acne, psoriasis, and eczema using both over-the-counter and topical treatments.
  • Empower Patient Support: Engage with patients to gain insights into their experiences of self-managing chronic skin conditions, focusing on psycho-social aspects and effective coping strategies.
  • Immerse in Practical Emollient Workshop: Participate in a tactile workshop to understand patient preferences and choices in emollient usage.
  • Refine Diagnostic Skills: Develop the ability to recognize, diagnose, and manage skin infections effectively, improving overall dermatological care.
  • Master Genital Skin Conditions: Gain updated knowledge on recognizing and treating genital skin conditions like lichen sclerosis, enhancing expertise in a specialized area.
  • Reflect and Consolidate: Engage in reflective discussions, reviewing competencies gained during the course and integrating newfound insights.

Programme

Following the course you will be sent slides and a certificate from BBO Training therefore your contact details will be shared with them.

Please note if you have not already supplied us with your registration number you will be contacted by us as we will need this information to secure your allocation of CPD funding.

The cost of the course includes 20% VAT.

**Terms & Conditions apply**

This event is funded, through the Training Hub, by public money. Non-attendance therefore comes at a cost to patients, the NHS, and the public. Spaces at our events might be limited and your absence may prevent others from benefiting from the opportunity. If you are no longer able to attend, please notify us by replying to this email as soon as possible. For cancellations less than 72 hours prior to the course start date and all ‘no-shows’, we reserve the right to charge a £50.00 administration fee.