Independent Self-Paced Modules Overview
Explanation | Module Access l Pharmacogenetics | Genetics is Relevant Now | Environmental Genetics l Informed Decision-Making l Genetic Testing l Family History l Accreditation l Contact Us
Explanation
The Genetics Education Program for Nurses (GEPN) independent self-paced modules are designed to promote just-in-time learning. The learner does not need to use the modules in any particular sequence; rather, the learner is encouraged to use any number of modules in the sequence that best meets his / her continuing education needs.
Each module is consistent with the following:
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Module Access
The modules can be completed from a personal computer or Macintosh Apple. Please review the minimum computer requirements needed.
The log-in system allows the program to keep track of where the learner exits the module. On re-entry, the learner will be returned to where she / he left off at the previous session.
For nurses who want to use the modules for continuing education, a certificate with the module's specific number of contact hours will be printable after all content and evaluations have been completed. Likewise, after completing all content and evaluations, students using the modules as part of a course requirement will be able to print a certificate of completion for each module that will automatically insert the student's name, date of completion and post test score.
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Nursing Faculty Considering Use of Modules for an Existing Course
Free access is available to evaluate the modules for use in your course. Please email your name, a link to your faculty page, and the modules you are interested in to independent_study@cchmc.org to be considered for time limited access to the modules of your choice.
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How to mass enroll with a purchase order
Please contact Jo Ann Monday at independent_study@cchmc.org to submit purchase order information, and receive further instruction about the registration and access process. Please expect a turn around time of up to 48 hours on business days only.
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This module is designed to enable the learner to help patients understand the purpose and limitations of pharmacogenetics testing and the implications of their test results. The modules can be completed from a Personal Computer or Macintosh Apple. Please review the minimum computer requirements needed. 4.3 nursing contact hours will be awarded to nurses who participate in an entire course and complete all related evaluations. The cost to access the module is $15 (or buy 4 for $60 - get the 5th module free)
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This module is designed to enable the learner to help people understand the influence of genetic and environmental factors on disease susceptibility, prevention and treatment. The modules can be completed from a Personal Computer or Macintosh Apple. Please review the minimum computer requirements needed. 4.1 nursing contact hours will be awarded to nurses who participate in an entire course and complete all related evaluations. The cost to access the module is $15 (or buy 4 for $60 - get the 5th module free)
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This module is designed to help the learner promote a person's / family's ability to make an informed decision about genetic testing. The modules can be completed from a Personal Computer or Macintosh Apple. Please review the minimum computer requirements needed. 5.8 nursing contact hours will be awarded to nurses who participate in an entire course and complete all related evaluations. The cost to access the module is $15 (or buy 4 for $60 - get the 5th module free)
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This module is designed to help the learner identify ethical and social issues related to genetic testing and recording of genetic information. The modules can be completed from a Personal Computer or Macintosh Apple. Please review the minimum computer requirements needed. 4.7 nursing contact hours will be awarded to nurses who participate in an entire course and complete all related evaluations. The cost to access the module is $15 (or buy 4 for $60 - get the 5th module free)
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This module is designed to enable the learner interpret family history information to identify and refer clients who can benefit from genetic services. The modules can be completed from a Personal Computer or Macintosh Apple. Please review the minimum computer requirements needed. 5.8 nursing contact hours will be awarded to nurses who participate in an entire course and complete all related evaluations. The cost to access the module is $15 (or buy 4 for $60 - get the 5th module free)
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Accreditation
Contact hours will be awarded to nurses who participate in an entire course and complete all related evaluations.
A processing fee is required.
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center (OH-046/9-1-09) is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Ohio Nurses Association (OBN-001-91), an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
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Contact Us
Fax: 513-636-0124
Email: gepn@cchmc.org
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Funding Source
The Independent Self-Paced Modules are products of the grant funded project, Web Based Genetics Education Series for Nurses, R25 HG002663, which was supported by funds from the Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Division of Nursing (DN), Bureau of Health Professions (BHPr), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The information or content and conclusions are those of the authors and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any official endorsement be inferred, by the ELSI, NHGRI, NIH, DHHS or DN, BHPr, HRSA, DHHS or the US Government.
