Registration Information 2025:
The focus of Dermatology Essentials and Advanced Pharmacology for NPs and PAs is on common and complex dermatology, not aesthetics. The 3-day program concentrates on improving diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic management of skin diseases including the newest pharmacotherapeutics. In addition to preparing dermatology NPs and PAs for certification, the goal is to enhance the ability of any advanced practice provider to synthesize and integrate new knowledge to formulate management approaches for patient care, as well as increase their confidence in prescribing pharmacotherapies.
Course content has been especially enhanced in the areas of pharmacotherapeutics, immunology, and genetics, so clinicians can acquire the knowledge and confidence to prescribe dermatologic medications safely and effectively. This core curriculum was constructed in accordance with the Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam blueprint published by the Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Certification Board, as well as the NCCPA’s CAQ-Derm certificate blueprint.
Course Fee:
Dermatology Essentials and Pharmacology for NP’s and PA’s | Early Bird Registration ends on 9/30/2024 | Standard Registration begins on 10/01/2024 |
NP/ PA | $299.00 | $349.00 |
Additional Exhibitor | $350.00 | $350.00 |
Exhibit Booth | $5,000.00 | $5,000.00 |
Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
- Utilize advanced dermatology knowledge and skills to improve diagnostic accuracy including assessment, differential diagnosis, and evidence-based practices for optimal patient outcomes.
- Synthesize and apply comprehensive dermatology knowledge to achieve expert-level proficiency for attendees preparing for the DCNP certification or CAQ-DERM certificate examinations.
- Critically evaluate and incorporate advanced pharmacological principles to develop innovative and individualized treatment strategies for complex dermatologic conditions.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of patient-specific factors, including genetic and immunological profiles, to optimize drug selection, monitor adverse events, manage contraindications, and refine dosing regimens for dermatologic therapies.
Program Highlights:
- Enhanced full day of pharmacology with interactive sessions focused on patient selection, safety, efficacy, monitoring, and when to change drug therapies.
- Core curriculum based on DCNP and CAQ-Derm certification blueprints- clinical competencies for all dermatology NPs and PA
- Focused sessions on medical dermatology to improve diagnostic accuracy and confidence to prescribe pharmacotherapeutics
- “Test Your Knowledge” sessions and contests
- Certification test-taking skills and certification exam practice questions
- All faculty are expert dermatology NP & PA educators
- Professional networking opportunities
Additional Resources:
- All attendees will receive course handouts which will include all PowerPoint presentations by faculty.
- Registered attendees will have 90 days on-line access to the lectures.
- Additional purchase of the Dermatology Essentials for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants, 1st Ed. is not required. However, many less experienced dermatology NPs and PAs like to use this textbook as their training guide and preparation for certification. Moreover, this is the ONLY text that provides practice examination questions. Attendees of this course will receive a discount.
