AI Academy

Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices

Instructor: Robin Austin, DNP, DC , Teri Verner, DNP, RN Duration: 2 weeks at 10 hours a week
Objective 1 Describe the field of integrative health.
Objective 2 Evaluate the state of the research evidence and reliable sources to use.
Objective 3 Discuss the overall safety of these therapies and how to optimize safe use.
Objective 4 Create a plan to successfully introduce integrative therapies into your work or other setting.
Patient Safety
Mental Health Therapies
Science and Research
Safety Assurance
Patient Evaluation
Health Policy
Health Care
Pharmacology
Regulation and Legal Compliance
Patient Treatment
Patient Education And Counseling
Treatment Planning
Research

Guided Imagery

Instructor: Susan Thompson, DNP Duration: 2 weeks at 10 hours a week
Objective 1 Evaluate the role of guided imagery in health and healthcare and how you may use it professionally and personally.
Objective 2 Assess if guided imagery is appropriate for a client or patient.
Objective 3 Identify and evaluate resources, including apps and commercial products that might be helpful in specific situations or for specific conditions.
Objective 4 Create your own imagery intervention for a specific patient or group of patients
Mindfulness
Verbal Communication Skills
Creativity
Patient Education And Counseling
Music
Education Software and Technology
Treatment Planning
Stress Management
Self-Awareness
Mental Health Therapies
Clinical Research

Herbal Medicine

Instructor: Amy Taylor, MD Duration: 2 weeks at 10 hours a week
Objective 1 Discuss the role of herbal medicines in healthcare overall as well as your potential role.
Objective 2 Discuss overall botanical actions and methods for creating botanical preparations.
Objective 3 Assess patients, including potential for herb-drug interactions and other potential contraindications and considerations for special populations.
Objective 4 Educate patients on quality control and safety issues.
Gynecology
Patient Safety
Health Care Procedure and Regulation
Patient Education And Counseling
Patient Evaluation
Mental Health
Drug Interaction
Respiratory Care
Pharmacotherapy
Medical Science and Research
Health And Safety Standards
Pharmacology
Contraindication

Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils

Instructor: Janet Tomaino, DNP Duration: 2 weeks at 10 hours a week
Objective 1 Describe the current and potential role of aromatherapy in health and healthcare.
Objective 2 Identify safety and ethical issues and discuss their application in practice situations.
Objective 3 Assess, administer, and evaluate the use of essential oils for management of pain, anxiety, nausea, and fatigue.
Objective 4 Discuss logistics of establishing and sustaining a clinical aromatherapy program.
Clinical Research
Nursing Care
Nursing Practices
Patient Safety
Patient Education And Counseling
Clinical Nursing
Treatment Planning
Pharmacology
Contraindication
Stress Management
Health Care Procedure and Regulation
Patient Evaluation

Mindfulness in Integrative Healthcare

Instructor: Louise Delagran , Alex Haley Duration: 9 hours to complete
Objective 1 Discuss the benefits of mindfulness as supported by research evidence, including potential impact on pain management, sleep issues, and anxiety.
Objective 2 List contraindications, discuss how you would identify when they are present, and identify possible modifications to your recommendations.
Objective 3 Identify programs and resources—both local in-person and online where you might refer patients.
Objective 4 Discuss the benefits of mindfulness for you professionally, including reduced stress, enhanced focus, and emotional regulation.
Health Assessment
Critical thinking
Patient Evaluation
Patient Treatment
Contraindication
Mental Health Therapies
Personal Development
Mindfulness
Patient Education And Counseling
Compassion
Patient Referral
Mental Concentration
Stress Management
Self-Awareness
Mental Health
Professionalism
Medical Science and Research