Target Audience/Eligibility Criteria
This training is suitable for GPs, GP Trainees, Practice Managers, Nurse Practitioners and Practice Nurses.
Course Aim
This online course provides GPs and other primary care practitioners with an overview of the presentation, diagnosis, assessment and ongoing management of chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME).
It highlights common misconceptions about CFS/ME and considers the challenges that surround this complex condition for patients, carers and primary care professionals.
This course is produced as part of the METRIC study, funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Research for Patient Benefit programme, which aims to improve the care of adults with CFS/ME by developing information and resources for patients and education for primary care professionals.
Course Duration
90 minutes
Trainer/Facilitator
Royal College of General Practitioners
Date/Time/Venue
This is e-learning so can be undertaken at any time.
Cost
There is no cost for this training.
Booking Process/Additional Information
- This e-learning can also be accessed via http://www.rcgp.org.uk/ if you enter CFS in the search. Please note you do need to register for the RCGP website access but this is free to do so.