Certificate Programs

Certificate Programs

Our programs offer the advantage of 24-7 access to the courses from anywhere in the world. All of our programs, with the exception of the anatomy and medical terminology courses, are pre-approved for continuing education hours.

Culture Advantage is approved as a provider of continuing nursing education by the Kansas State Board of Nursing. Courses are approved for contact hours applicable for relicensure for RNs and LPNs. Kansas State Board of Nursing: Provider # LT0243-1250. We are a proud member of KANCEP. We are a proud member of IMIA

Certificate in Online Course Design

Module 1: The Pre-design Process
This course is for nurses who want to learn how to write their own continuing education courses. The program is self-paced and interactive. There are 4 modules of 7-8 contact hours each. The first module is free.
Module 2: The Design Process, Part 1
The second phase of the online course design process.
Module 2: The Design Process, Part 2
Part 2 of the Design Process
Module 3: The Integration Process
The Integration Process

Certificate in Medical Interpreting

Anatomy and Medical Terminology
The Certificate in Medical Interpreting prepares the participant to function effectively as a communication facilitator between the healthcare provider and the client. The study of basic anatomy is integrated with medical terminology in order to enhance comprehension, recall, and comfort level. The program includes ethics, roles of interpreters, and standards of practice based on national organizations' published standards.
Anatomy and Medical Terminology: Module 1
Module 1 - 10 Contact Hours Basic Anatomy and Basic Medical Terminology Case Study: The Admission Process Anatomy: Skeletal System Anatomy: Muscular System Orthopaedic Terminology Clinical Application: Arthritis, Joint Replacement
Anatomy and Medical Terminology: Module 2
Module 2: 10 Contact Hours Anatomy: Cardiovascular System Case Study: Chest Pain Medical Terminology: Cardiovascular System Clinical Application: Signs and Symptoms Medical History Anatomy: Hematopoeitic System Medical Terminology: Hematopoeitic System Clinical Application: Cancer
Anatomy and Medical Terminology: Module 3
Module 3: 10 Contact Hours 0 Anatomy: Neurovascular System Case Study: Stroke Medical Terminology: Neurovascular System Clinical Application: Abbreviations Anatomy: Respiratory System Case Study: Pneumonia Medical Terminology: Respiratory System Clinical Application: Diagnostic Studies
Anatomy and Medical Terminology: Module 4
Module 4 - 10 Contact Hours Anatomy: Gastrointestinal System Case Study: Appendicitis Medical Terminology: Gastrointestinal System Clinical Application: Procedures Anatomy: Endocrine System Case Study: Diabetes Medical Terminology: Endocrine System Clinical Application: Medications
Anatomy and Medical Terminology: Module 5
Module 5: 10 Contact Hours Anatomy: Integumentary System Case Study: Burns Medical Terminology: Integumentary System Clinical Application: Infection Control Anatomy: Special Senses Case Study: Eye Diseases Medical Terminology: Special Senses Clinical Application: Emergency Situations Female Reproductive System Male Reproductive System

Certificate in Cultural Competency

Cultural Competency: The Building Blocks (2 Contact Hours)
Our courses in cultural competency help develop the knowledge, awareness, and skills in providing care to culturally and linguistically diverse clients.
Understanding the new demographics: The Hispanic Population (2 Contact Hours)
The total Hispanic population of the U.S. hit 45.5 million on July 1, 2007, or 15.1 percent of the total population of 301.6 million, according to data published by the U.S. Census Bureau. Legally, professionally, and ethically, understanding our Hispanic clients is crucial in providing quality medical care.
Spanish for Nurses: Activities of Daily Living (1 Contact Hour)
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Spanish for Nurses: Basic Anatomy (1 Contact Hour)
A review course for the nurse with some experience with the Spanish language.

2009 Marlene V. Obermeyer