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Wellness, Part Two: Combating Chronic Diseases through Workplace Wellness Programs

This online course builds upon the information in An Introduction to Wellness Programs. You’ll examine health threats confronting workers and ways wellness approaches can prevent or slow their progression, gain an understanding of the workplace as a venue for combating common chronic disease, learn how to identify those at risk, and how to address unhealthy behaviors that precipitate illness.

Course Details

Format
11-hour course length
1 exam

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Enrollment
$205 èƵMembers
$265 Non-Members
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866.234.6909
Support@AHIPInsuranceEducation.org

At a Glance

  • Students have up to 90 days to complete course
  • Counts toward the FHIAS® professional designation
  • Flexible, self-paced online format
  • Technical support available by phone or email

What You’ll Learn

  • Wellness concept and how it is applied to tackle chronic diseases and promote healthy behaviors
  • Hazards of unhealthy weight gain and tools and techniques available to identify and address health risks
  • Why smoking is referred to as “the forgotten risk” and the critical challenges remaining for wellness programs
  • Core components of disease management and its connection to wellness.
  • Common elements of wellness approaches to three major chronic diseases (diabetes, heart disease, and asthma), recognition of basic clinical aspects of each disease and how wellness tools can be applied
  • Career paths opening up in the wellness field, what the job responsibilities entail, and requirements for education and experience
  • Wellness resource kit and how the various instruments can be used in planning and implementing workplace activities

Who Should Take This Course

  • Corporate decision-makers
  • Human resource personnel
  • Benefits specialists
  • Employee assistance professionals
  • Wellness managers
  • Health insurance agents and underwriters
  • Occupational health professionals
  • Health, fitness, and rehabilitation professionals
  • Long-term care and professionals

For even greater ROI, contact our experts at TrainingSolutions@ahip.org or call the Support Team at 866.234.6909. We can create a custom blend of courses, test prep classes, and group sessions that make the most sense for you and your budget.

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