2024 Pediatric Diabetes Update Session 3: Continuous Glucose Monitoring: What School RNs need to Know, & Diabetes Technology Deep Dive: Insulin Pumps & HCL Systems (2.5 Contact Hours)
This program was designed to advance the in-depth knowledge base of nurses and community providers when caring for pediatric patients with diabetes and the chronic health care issues connected with this disease. The practice gap is the need for education around emerging technology Continuous Glucose Monitoring and insulin pumps. The course will include lecture, panel discussions, case presentations, and Q&A to provide an optimal educational experience. This is a recorded program that offers school nurses asynchronous recorded content to be viewed when convenient for them.
CourseBy Judi Naar
2024 Pediatric Diabetes Update: Collaborating for Success in Diabetes Management (ALL 3 SESSIONS)
Registering for all 3 sessions of this course.
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2024 Pediatric Diabetes Update Session 1: Type 1 Diabetes Core Concepts and Ketones, Hypoglycemia in Type 1 Diabetes, & in Children and Adolescents (2.5 Contact Hours)
This program was designed to advance the in-depth knowledge base of nurses and community providers when caring for pediatric patients with diabetes and the chronic health care issues connected with this disease. The practice gap is the need for education around emerging technology. The course will include lecture, panel discussions, case presentations, and Q&A to provide an optimal educational experience. This is a recorded program that offers school nurses asynchronous recorded content to be viewed when convenient for them.
CourseBy Judi Naar
2024 Pediatric Diabetes Update Session 2: A Healthy Balance: Nutrition Considerations for Diabetes & Tips for Managing Sports/Exercise, Psychosocial Aspects of Diabetes Care, & Teen Advisory Patient Panel (2.5 Contact Hours)
This program was designed to advance the in-depth knowledge base of nurses and community providers when caring for pediatric patients with diabetes and the chronic health care issues connected with this disease. The practice gap is the need for education around nutrition, sports, and exercise and diabetes. The course will include lecture, panel discussions, case presentations, and Q&A to provide an optimal educational experience. This is a recorded program that offers school nurses asynchronous recorded content to be viewed when convenient for them.
CourseBy Judi Naar
2025 Pediatric Health Assessment Courses
Bundle all 10 health assessments (1.5 hr each) for $200 (If purchased separately, cost is $250) 15.0 nursing contact hours/15.0 PDPs
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Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (2.0 Contact Hours)
School nurses require updated knowledge and skills to address adolescent sexual and reproductive health needs, including advanced education and training in sexual health assessments, STI and reproductive health counseling, harm reduction strategies, and state laws on minor confidentiality. This program addresses current gaps through instruction on taking a sexual health history, current contraception and STI guidelines, and legal considerations specific to Massachusetts.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Asthma and Allergy Nursing Conference 2025
5 - 1-hour lectures = 5.0 nursing contact hours total after completion of all 5 lectures.
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Behavioral Strategies in the School and Beyond: Anxiety and Depression (recorded program)
The purpose of this program is to provide nurses with advanced education on anxiety and depression in school-aged children. The opportunity for school nurses to learn signs and symptoms of anxiety and depression and strategies to help support students in managing their symptoms is of utmost importance to their role as health care providers in the school system. The program will discuss how anxiety and depression may be expressed at different ages, self-awareness strategies to assess emotions and thoughts and warning signs of suicide. The program will also describe supportive environments for students, families, and staff for managing emotions, including a discussion of the importance of language, self and environment. School-based and community-based mental health resources will be included.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Caring for Students with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) (2.0 Contact Hours)
This program is being offered to provide school nurses with advanced education on emergency response in the school setting. The opportunity for school nurses to learn emergency assessment, levels of emergency response that may need to be initiated, and stabilization of common emergency situations is of utmost importance to their role as health care providers in the school setting. This program will provide schools nurses with background knowledge on the correct sequence of priorities and principles in assessing the child in an emergency situation. This program will also differentiate between the two levels of emergency response including basic life support and advanced life support so school nurses will be able to determine which level is necessary based on the situation at hand.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Caring for the Student with Celiac Disease (2.0 Contact Hours)
The purpose of this program is to provide nurses with advanced education on students with celiac disease, its common symptoms, the current treatment with a gluten free diet and the school nurses role in supporting a child with celiac disease in the school setting. In addition, the presentation will include federal laws and regulations that apply to children with celiac disease and how to help students access resources afforded under these laws. The program will also address the social and emotional impact that celiac disease may have on a student. This is a recorded program that offers school nurses asynchronous recorded content to be viewed when convenient for them.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Children with Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia - Treatment and Long Term Care (2.0 Contact Hours)
CourseBy Judi Naar
Chronic Pain in the School Aged Child (2.0 Contact Hours)
This program is being offered to school nurses to provide training on chronic pain in the school-aged child. The opportunity for school nurses to receive advanced training on chronic pain and how it may impact a student’s educational experience is of utmost importance to their role as health care providers in the school system. Chronic pain affects many school-aged children and can impact several areas of daily life including school, sleep, and physical activity. The program will discuss different pain classifications, pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment tools for chronic pain management, chronic pain syndromes that may be encountered in the school setting, and appropriate school accommodations and tools for students experiencing chronic pain. This is a recorded program that offers school nurses asynchronous recorded content to be viewed when convenient for them.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Communicable Disease Update - Enduring Material
A presentation focused on communicable diseases is essential for school nurses to stay current with evolving public health guidelines, emerging pathogens, and best practices for disease prevention and control. Despite their critical role in safeguarding student health, many school nurses face practice gaps due to outdated training, limited access to continuing education, and the rapid pace of changes in disease management protocols. This educational update is vital to reinforce foundational knowledge, introduce new strategies for outbreak response, and ensure consistent implementation of evidence-based policies across school settings.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Dermatology Assessment
This course is designed to address a critical educational need among school nurses: the identification, management, and appropriate referral of common dermatological conditions in school-aged children. Currently, there is a noticeable practice gap in school nurses’ knowledge and confidence related to skin assessments and differentiating between benign and concerning dermatologic issues. Because skin conditions are among the most frequent reasons for school clinic visits, this knowledge is essential for timely intervention. The course will provide the knowledge about assessment, management, and warning signs for referral of children who present with dermatological conditions.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Experience from a Primary Care Based Asthma Home Visit Program (1.0 Contact Hours)
This program will provide education about asthma and allergic conditions to registered nurses and nurse practitioners. Using case presentation, lecture, and Q&A format, the education will focus on asthma and allergy assessment and management. Specifically, the talks will be about assessment and treatment of asthma at home and in schools, a new asthma therapy, assessing patients during nursing procedures, and assessment and management of allergic reactions and FPIES. These assessment and management strategies will help nurses control asthma and allergic conditions as well as teach patients how to control their condition.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Gastrointestinal Assessment
he purpose of this program is to provide nurses with advanced education on gastrointestinal (GI) assessment for children that might present to the health office with GI complaints within the school setting. The program will discuss the normal anatomy and physiology of the GI system. A general approach to a physical exam will be presented including inspection, palpation and percussion of the abdomen. The program will also describe taking a GI history and what red flags to be aware of in the student population. The program will discuss gastrointestinal disorders including organic and functional diseases. The opportunity for school nurses to learn about gastrointestinal assessment as well as different GI disorders and their management is of utmost importance to their role as health care providers in the school system.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Health Care Emergencies in the School Setting (2.0 Contact Hours)
This program is being offered to provide school nurses with advanced education on emergency response in the school setting. The opportunity for school nurses to learn emergency assessment, levels of emergency response that may need to be initiated, and stabilization of common emergency situations is of utmost importance to their role as health care providers in the school setting. This program will provide schools nurses with background knowledge on the correct sequence of priorities and principles in assessing the child in an emergency situation. This program will also differentiate between the two levels of emergency response including basic life support and advanced life support so school nurses will be able to determine which level is necessary based on the situation at hand.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Neurological Assessment
This program aims to educate the school nurse about the neurological system focusing on the assessment and care of children presenting with neurological concerns in the health office, including assessment of and nursing management of headaches, functional neurological disorder, and seizures.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Nursing Procedures in the Allergy Clinic (1.0 Contact Hours)
AGENDA Introduction Food Challenges Medication Testing Subcutaneous Immunotherapy Oral Immunotherapy
CourseBy Judi Naar
Orthopedic Assessment
This program is being offered to provide school nurses with advanced education on orthopedic assessment of common sports and playground injuries. The opportunity for school nurses to learn injury assessment and management in is of utmost importance to their role as health care providers in the school setting who will need to provide care for injured students. This program will provide schools nurses with knowledge on the components of orthopedic history taking and physical examination. This program will identify common pediatric playground and sports-related injuries and provide recommendations on injury management and red flags for referral.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Pediatric Asthma Medication Adherence (1.0 Contact Hours)
• Define adherence as it relates to pediatric asthma • Tools to assess adherence • Tips and tricks to improve adherence • Telemedicine to Assess and Improve Adherence • Future directions: Does adherence matter in the era of SMART?
CourseBy Judi Naar
Pediatric Cardiac Assessment
The lecture on pediatric cardiac assessment is designed for school nurses to address the critical educational need for enhanced skills in identifying, monitoring, and supporting students with cardiac concerns, given their role as frontline healthcare providers in schools. Key practice gaps include limited exposure to pediatric cardiology, difficulty differentiating normal from abnormal findings, lack of confidence in assessment, inadequate knowledge of common pediatric cardiac conditions, and challenges in communication and emergency management, all of which this course aims to bridge through a systematic approach to assessment, recognition of red flags, and development of individualized care plans.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Pediatric Dental Assessment
This course provides school nurses with essential knowledge and practical skills for conducting thorough pediatric dental assessments, a critical need given their frontline role in identifying oral health concerns that significantly impact a child's overall well-being and academic performance. Many school nurses have limited formal training in dental assessment, leading to practice gaps such as difficulty recognizing early signs of dental caries, periodontal disease, malocclusions, or other oral pathologies beyond obvious decay, as well as uncertainty in appropriate documentation and referral pathways. The course aims to bridge these gaps by enhancing nurses' ability to perform systematic oral health screenings, identify common pediatric dental conditions, and effectively facilitate access to dental care, thereby improving student health outcomes and reducing educational disruptions caused by poor oral health.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Pediatric ENT Assessment
This lecture will offer a comprehensive overview of common pediatric Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) conditions, including recurrent otitis media, tonsillitis/adenoiditis, sinusitis, and hearing impairments. School nurses frequently encounter these issues, which can significantly impact a student's attendance, concentration, and overall academic performance. The educational need for school nurses is paramount as they are often the first healthcare professionals to observe symptoms, assess the immediate needs of students, and initiate communication with parents/guardians and primary care providers. This lecture will equip school nurses with the knowledge to recognize key signs and symptoms, understand appropriate initial management strategies, and facilitate timely referrals to ENT specialists, ultimately contributing to improved student health outcomes and educational success.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Pediatric Eye Assessment
This lecture will delve into essential aspects of pediatric eye assessment, covering common vision problems and eye conditions that school nurses frequently encounter, such as refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism), amblyopia ("lazy eye"), strabismus (crossed eyes), and conjunctivitis. The educational need for school nurses is significant as they play a critical role in early identification of vision issues that can profoundly impact a child's learning and development. Untreated eye conditions can lead to academic difficulties, behavioral problems, and even permanent vision loss. This session will equip school nurses with the skills to conduct effective vision screenings, recognize red flags indicating potential serious eye conditions, and understand the appropriate referral pathways to ensure students receive timely and comprehensive eye care.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Pediatric Mental Health Assessment
This lecture will provide an essential overview of pediatric mental health, focusing on common conditions encountered in the school setting, such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD. It will highlight the critical role of school nurses as frontline identifiers of mental health concerns, given their frequent and trusted interactions with students. The educational need for school nurses stems from the increasing prevalence of mental health challenges in youth, often manifesting as physical symptoms that school nurses are uniquely positioned to recognize. Many school nurses report feeling unprepared to adequately address these complex needs due to limited specialized training. This lecture will equip them with practical strategies for early identification, basic assessment, and appropriate referral pathways, emphasizing their crucial role in supporting student well-being and fostering a more integrated mental health support system within schools
CourseBy Judi Naar
Pediatric Orthopedic Assessment of Playground and Sports Related Injuries (2.0 Contact Hours)
This program is being offered to provide school nurses with advanced education on orthopedic assessment of common sports and playground injuries. The opportunity for school nurses to learn injury assessment and management in is of utmost importance to their role as health care providers in the school setting who will need to provide care for injured students. This program will provide schools nurses with knowledge on the components of orthopedic history taking and physical examination. This program will identify common pediatric playground and sports-related injuries and provide recommendations on injury management and red flags for referral.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Recognizing When it’s Not a Food Allergy, and How to Respond When It Is (1.0 Contact Hours)
This program will provide education about asthma and allergic conditions to registered nurses and nurse practitioners. Using case presentation, lecture, and Q&A format, the education will focus on asthma and allergy assessment and management. Specifically, the talks will be about assessment and treatment of asthma at home and in schools, a new asthma therapy, assessing patients during nursing procedures, and assessment and management of allergic reactions and FPIES. These assessment and management strategies will help nurses control asthma and allergic conditions as well as teach patients how to control their condition.
CourseBy Judi Naar
Respiratory Assessment
This program is being offered to provide school nurses with advanced education on the respiratory system and assessment techniques; to learn the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system and how to assess students with different respiratory conditions is of utmost importance to their role as health care providers in the school system. The program will explain key components of the anatomy of the respiratory system, identify normal versus altered breath sounds, and discuss physical assessment related to respiratory conditions. School nurses will learn how to best support children presenting with respiratory symptoms or with respiratory disorders in the school setting.
CourseBy Judi Naar
SMART Strategy for Asthma Management (1.0 Contact Hours)
Asthma & Allergy Nursing Conference 2025 This program will provide education about asthma and allergic conditions to registered nurses and nurse practitioners. Using case presentation, lecture, and Q&A format, the education will focus on asthma and allergy assessment and management. Specifically, the talks will be about assessment and treatment of asthma at home and in schools, a new asthma therapy, assessing patients during nursing procedures, and assessment and management of allergic reactions and FPIES. These assessment and management strategies will help nurses control asthma and allergic conditions as well as teach patients how to control their condition.
CourseBy Judi Naar
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