DESCRIPTION
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Describe the biology and epidemiology of non-melanoma skin cancer.
- List genetic causes, symptoms, diagnostic methods, and treatments for Basal Cell Carcinoma.
- Explain the precursors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment types for Squamous Cell Carcinoma.
- Recognize risk factors and utilize methods for decreasing the risk of skin cancer using prevention strategies and screening guidelines.
- Identify employer and claims implications related to skin cancer.
Continuing Education Credits
This course is approved for 4.5 CE/Contact Hours for the following professions:
- Nurses (RN, LVN, LPN) (all states)
- Critical Care RN (CCRN): meets the criteria for CCRN Synergy Continuing Education Recognition Point(s) (CERPS) in Category A
- Certified Case Managers (CCM)
- Certified Rehabilitation Counselors (CRC)
- California Workers’ Compensation Claims Adjusters (WC CA)
Course Details
To receive 4.5 contact hours of continuing education credit, learners must pass the final quiz with 80% or more; the final quiz may be re-taken as often as needed.
At CareerSmart Learning, we regularly review our courses to ensure learners receive accurate, timely, and relevant content. Courses are updated on an annual or three-year cycle. This course is scheduled to be updated or discontinued by July 1, 2027.
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