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Welcome to the CPPE dermatology page. In your work as a pharmacy professional you will encounter people with a range of different skin problems and queries about dermatological conditions. These skin conditions can be challenging to diagnose, and you will need to know when to treat and with what medicines, and when to refer the individual.
Our dermatology page gives you access to relevant learning resources to allow you to improve your knowledge and skills when it comes to advising on treatment and the next steps for those with dermatological problems. This will support you in identifying common skin conditions, as well as identifying red flags which require referral.
Take a look at the learning resources to feel more confident in your approach to managing skin conditions in practice.
Work your way around the Dermatology learning topic, taking part in bite-sized interactive challenges that will help you and your team support people presenting with a range of minor ailments, such as athlete’s foot, acne, thrush, warts or verrucae.
You can access this learning here: Dermatology - theLearningpharmacy.com
The individual floors on this resource may not have been updated for more than 12 months. The next review of this resource will take place in 2023. When working through the hotspot activities on each floor, you should make sure that you are using the most up-to-date guidance and resources available in order to support both you and your team effectively.
Learning Objectives:
On completion of all aspects of this learning programme you should be able to:This programme will help to update your knowledge and skills on the common clinical conditions and minor ailments that present themselves in community pharmacy. It contains practical tips and advice on how to identify, recognise and manage minor ailments.
Please note: this e-learning programme has been developed and provided by NHS Education for Scotland. Users should recognise that this programme will refer to Scottish policies and organisations. CPPE does not maintain control over the accuracy and currency of this programme.
8h:00m (for events this includes pre and post event learning)
Learning Objectives:
On completion of all aspects of this learning programme you should be able to:e-Learning for Healthcare dermatology online learning resource
National Eczema Society: A guide for teenagers with eczema
National Eczema Society School information packs
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