Target Audience/Eligibility Criteria
This course is suitable for any professional dealing with patients/clients who would benefit from weight loss.
Course Aim
This course aims to highlight the importance of raising the issue of weight, how to do so and the evidence behind this issue. It will address the psychological, medical and social impact of overweight and obesity and the various interventions available.
The session supports staff working in primary care with the implementation of the enhanced weight management service in their practice.
This session will be relevant for professionals working with patients with a weight ranging from a healthy to morbidly obese. This course has been designed by ABL’s specialist weight management team of GPs, psychologists and lifestyle practitioners.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the education session, delegates will:
Course Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Trainer/Facilitator
Twané Celliers, Obesity Lead and Specialist Dietitian and Katie Platt, Project Lead T2, Weight Management Services Stockport
Date/Time/Venue
Tuesday 21st May 2024, 10am – 12pm
This session will be carried out via video conference, delegates will need a computer or smart phone to join, where possible they are encouraged to use a web camera to fully participate. All joining details and coaching will be available before the session.
Cost
This session is free of charge
Booking Process/Additional Information