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This course equips nurses with specialized knowledge and practical skills to support patients in achieving healthy weight management. Participants will learn evidence-based strategies for nutrition counseling, lifestyle modification, behavioral interventions, and monitoring progress. The program also covers the role of exercise, medication management, and patient education in promoting sustainable weight loss and overall wellness. Upon completion, you’ll earn certification as a Weight Management Nurse, positioning you as a trusted professional in helping individuals reach their health goals.
This course prepares nurses to specialise in the care of patients with neurological conditions such as stroke, epilepsy, and neurodegenerative disorders. Participants will learn advanced skills in neurological assessment, acute and post-acute care, medication management, and neuro-rehabilitation strategies. The program emphasises patient education, multidisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based practices to improve outcomes and quality of life for individuals with complex neurological needs. Upon completion, you’ll earn certification as a Neuroscience Nurse, positioning you as an expert in this critical specialty.
This course equips nurses with the specialised knowledge and skills to care for individuals struggling with substance use disorders. Participants will learn addiction assessment, counseling techniques, harm reduction strategies, and evidence-based interventions for recovery support. The program emphasises compassionate, patient-centered care in clinics, rehabilitation centers, and community outreach settings. Upon completion, you’ll earn certification as a Substance Abuse Nurse, positioning you as a trusted professional in addressing one of today’s most pressing health challenges.
This course provides healthcare professionals with the essential knowledge and practical skills to assess, treat, and manage wounds effectively. Participants will learn advanced wound assessment techniques, evidence-based dressing selection, infection prevention strategies, and approaches for managing chronic and complex wounds. The program emphasises patient-centered care, clinical decision-making, and best practices for promoting healing and preventing complications. Ideal for nurses and clinicians seeking to specialise in wound care and improve patient outcomes.
This course provides an in-depth understanding of endometriosis, a complex and often misunderstood chronic condition affecting millions of women and people assigned female at birth in Africa. Designed for healthcare professionals, students, and community health workers, the course covers the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and multidisciplinary management of endometriosis.
Participants will explore the physical, emotional, and social impacts of the condition, including the challenges of delayed diagnosis and the stigma often associated with menstrual and pelvic pain. The course emphasises evidence-based approaches to medical and surgical management, fertility considerations, pain management strategies, and holistic, person-centred care. The importance of early intervention, patient advocacy, and culturally sensitive care, especially in low-resource, rural, and underserved settings, is emphasised. African case studies, patient narratives, and emerging research are integrated to foster critical thinking and compassionate practice.
This course prepares healthcare professionals to provide expert care for patients living with ostomies. Participants will gain practical skills in stoma assessment, appliance fitting, and pre- and post-operative education. The program emphasises patient support, dignity, and confidence, equipping you to lead stoma clinics, assist surgical teams, and deliver ongoing care in hospitals, homes, and community settings. Ideal for nurses seeking to specialise and make a meaningful impact in ostomy care.
This course equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to assess and manage bladder and bowel dysfunction effectively. Participants will learn continence assessment techniques, pelvic floor education, and evidence-based interventions to support patients in regaining dignity and independence. The program emphasises patient-centered care in clinical, home, and community settings, making it ideal for those committed to improving quality of life for individuals with continence issues.
This course provides a comprehensive foundation for understanding and managing diabetes in clinical practice. Participants will explore the pathophysiology of diabetes, risk factors, and early detection strategies. The program covers practical skills such as blood glucose monitoring, medication management, lifestyle counseling, and patient education. Emphasis is placed on preventing complications, promoting self-care, and delivering culturally sensitive care in diverse settings. Ideal for nurses and healthcare professionals seeking to strengthen their expertise in diabetes management and improve patient outcomes.
CPD Points: 3
This course provides practical knowledge and skills for assessing, treating, and managing common skin conditions. Participants will learn about dermatological health, wound care principles, infection prevention, and patient education. The program also introduces digital dermatoscopy and community-based skin health strategies, empowering healthcare professionals to deliver safe, effective, and holistic skin care in clinical and community settings.
Dealing with the end of life can be challenging for health workers, patients, and families. This course provides the essential knowledge and skills needed to deliver compassionate, holistic palliative care. You’ll explore the fundamental concepts and domains of palliative care while understanding the critical role of health workers in supporting patients and families during this sensitive time. Designed to empower healthcare professionals, this program offers practical insights to improve quality of life and provide dignity in care.
This course provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and practical strategies for managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and respiratory disorders. Participants will learn evidence-based approaches to assessment, medication management, lifestyle counseling, and patient education. The program emphasises continuity of care, prevention of complications, and empowering patients to take an active role in their health. Ideal for those seeking to improve long-term outcomes and deliver holistic, patient-centered care.
This course provides an overview of the social determinants that influence health and explores the foundational principles of health promotion. Participants will learn how cultural, economic, and environmental factors impact well-being and discover strategies to design and implement effective health promotion initiatives. Ideal for healthcare professionals seeking to deliver holistic, community-centered care and improve population health outcomes.
In this course, you will learn about how infections are transmitted and the core principles of infection prevention and control (IPC). The program covers practical strategies to reduce infection risks, protect patients and healthcare workers, and maintain safe clinical environments. Ideal for nurses and health professionals committed to improving patient safety and delivering high-quality care.
This course provides healthcare professionals with a comprehensive understanding of pain and its management. Participants will learn evidence-based approaches to pain assessment, pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, and patient-centered strategies to improve comfort and quality of life. The program emphasizes practical skills for managing both acute and chronic pain, as well as collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Ideal for nurses and clinicians seeking to enhance their expertise in pain management and deliver compassionate, effective care.
CPD Points: 0.5
This course provides an essential overview of perinatal depression, focusing on its symptoms, diagnostic criteria, and evidence-based treatment options. Participants will gain practical insights into early identification, patient support strategies, and multidisciplinary approaches to care. Designed for healthcare professionals, this program emphasises improving maternal mental health and promoting positive outcomes for both mother and child.
CPD Points: 1
This course introduces the fundamental principles of health informatics, equipping healthcare professionals with the knowledge to navigate and effectively utilise digital health systems. Participants will learn about data management, electronic health records, clinical decision support, and the role of informatics in improving patient care and safety. This is ideal for those seeking to build a strong understanding of digital health and its applications in modern healthcare.
The purpose of this course is to equip health practitioners with the skills to work within the digital ecosystem. Key strategies will be learnt around the design and implementation of digital health, including the principles of digital security and health innovations applications. Digital health trends and the policies driving them will be another focus, alongside digital health applications in a range of settings. Finally, hospital information technology, business analytics in health care, artificial intelligence and medical and health big data will also be incorporated.
This dual certification program equips professionals with a powerful blend of executive health-sector leadership and board-level corporate governance expertise. It is designed for individuals who want to lead complex health organisations while also being fully prepared to serve as effective company directors. The Certified Health Executive component builds advanced capability in health‑system management, clinical governance, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and strategic leadership within healthcare environments. Participants learn to navigate the unique challenges of health organisations and drive high‑quality service delivery. The Certified Company Director component develops strong governance foundations, including fiduciary duties, financial oversight, risk management, ethical leadership, and strategic decision‑making at the board level. This dual qualification is ideal for health executives, managers, entrepreneurs, and professionals seeking board appointments or senior leadership roles.
This course is designed for healthcare and development professionals who want to master the principles and practices of project management. Participants will learn how to plan, execute, monitor, and close projects effectively using globally recognised frameworks and tools. The program covers project lifecycle management, risk assessment, budgeting, stakeholder engagement, and leadership strategies to ensure successful outcomes. Upon completion, you’ll earn certification as a Project Management Professional, positioning you as a skilled leader capable of driving impactful projects in healthcare and beyond.
The course will explore the development of ideas, into innovative products and services, within an entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial construct to deliver financial and or social value. Key concepts on entrepreneurship, intrapreneurship, innovation, and value creation will be covered.
This course provides a clear understanding of research methods and study designs essential for evidence-based practice. Participants will learn the fundamentals of qualitative and quantitative approaches, sampling techniques, data collection methods, and ethical considerations in research. Ideal for healthcare professionals and students aiming to strengthen their research skills and contribute to advancing healthcare knowledge.
This course equips healthcare and development professionals with the skills to design, implement, and assess effective monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems. Participants will learn key principles of M&E, data collection and analysis techniques, performance indicators, and reporting frameworks. The program emphasises practical tools for measuring impact, improving program effectiveness, and ensuring accountability in health and development projects. Upon completion, you’ll earn certification as a Monitoring and Evaluation Professional, positioning you as a leader in driving evidence-based decision-making and sustainable outcomes.
In this course, you will learn the primary principles of quality improvement and how they apply to clinical practice. The program focuses on understanding key frameworks, tools, and strategies that drive better patient outcomes, enhance safety, and promote efficiency in healthcare delivery. Designed for health professionals, this course provides practical insights into implementing continuous improvement initiatives within your organization.
Deliver Better Health by Strengthening Supply Chain Capacity of Frontline Healthcare Workers
A supply chain is only as strong as its very last link, and that is the critical role you play. By delivering medicines and other health commodities in the right place at the right time, you play a vital role in the well-being of your community. To ensure you are able to provide effective, efficient and equitable delivery of services till the last mile, 13 courses on Procurement and Supply Chain Management have been developed that will empower you with improved knowledge and better supply chain management skills.
ECSACON has partnered with Empower Swiss, SARL to develop these courses that cover the essential and updated concepts of Supply Chain Management which affect how you do your job on a daily basis, while helping you understand the basics of the existing supply chain systems in the healthcare industry. They are easy to understand, with explanatory videos and interactive parts to guide you.
You can save time to do what you do best, patient and community well-being.
SCM 102: Basics of Communication is a weekly, offbeat look at some of the world's most important topics. This week, we look at the topic of communication in the digital age. For more information, visit scm.com/communications or go to http://www.scm.org/.
SCM 103: Cold Chain Management is a weekly, offbeat look at what's happening in the world of cold chain management. This week, we look at a new type of cold-chain management system, the Cold Chain Chain Management system. For more, visit scm103.com.
SCM 104: Inventory Management. Scm 104: inventory management. SCM 102: Inventory management. ScM 103: Merchandise Management.SCM 105: Merchandising Management. scm 102: Purchasing Management.scm 103: Supplier Management.
SCM 105: Ordering and Reporting. SCM 105 is on the air on weekdays from 8am to 11am ET. For more information, visit scm 105.com or go to www.scm105.com. For confidential support, call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or visit a local Samaritans branch, or click here for details.
SCM 106: Good Storage Practices. Good Storage practices is a series of questions and answers from SCM's storage experts. This week's question and answer session focuses on storage in the home. For more information, go to scm.com/skepticalstorage.
SCM 107: Recording of Consumption. Scm 107: recording of consumption. scm107.com: Recording of Consumption, Sunday, November 7, 2013, at 7pm on SCM 107.1, 9pm on Tuesday, November 8, at 10pm on scm 107.5.
SCM 108: Tools and Systems Reporting. SCM 108 is a set of tools and systems reporting tools for SCM users. Use these tools to help you with your SCM reporting. For more information, visit: www.scm.com/scm108.
SCM 109: Rational Use of Medicines and the Role of Nurses and the role of nurses. Scm 109: rational use of medicines and the roles of nurses and doctors in the treatment of patients. ScM 108: The role of doctors and nurses in the care of patients and their patients.
SCM 110: Good Dispensing Practices. SCM 110 is a guide to good dispensing practices. For more information, visit scm.org/scm110 or go to http://www.scm.gov/scM110/gooddispensing.
SCM 111: Supply Chain Management During Public Health Emergencies. Scm 111: supply chain management during public health emergencies. ScM 110: Supply chain management in public health emergency situations. SCM111: SupplyChain Management during Public Health Emergencies in the U.S.
SCM 112: Mass Drug Administration. SCM 112 is the name of the agency that oversees the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. For more information, go to: http://www.cnn.com/scm112.
SCM 113: Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Waste Management. Biomedical Waste Management is part of SCM's Waste Management program. ScM is responsible for managing waste from biomedical and pharmaceutical industries. For more information, visit: www.scm.org/biomedical-waste.
ECSACON has partnered with RCSI Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery and RCSI Institute of Global Surgery to produce Perioperative Nursing E-learning Foundational Programme (PeN Programme).
This one year Programme aims to support the development and maintenance of clinical competence in perioperative nursing care and to contribute to safe patient care pre/during and after surgery in East, Central, and Southern Africa.
It will provide learners with up to date, evidenced based knowledge to critically develop their theoretical and practical understanding of nursing care delivery in the operating theatre environment.
Programme content was created by writing teams of experienced nurses from clinical operating departments in seven countries.
This Programme is funded by Irish Aid.
The Perioperative Nursing E-learning Foundational Programme (PONEF) is designed in line with World Health Assembly resolution WHA68 which emphasises “strengthening emergency and essential surgical care and anaesthesia as a component of universal health coverage” (2015).
The Programme aims to
support the development and maintenance of clinical competence
in perioperative nursing care and to contribute to safe patient
care pre/during and after surgery in East, Central, and Southern Africa. It will provide
learners with up to date, evidenced based knowledge to critically develop their
theoretical and practical understanding of nursing care delivery in the
operating theatre environment.
The Course will launch in September 2022 and more details will be provided as we proceed towards the launch.
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Read more about Vaka Health Reports. Vaka Health’s reports highlight the organisation’s rapid growth and measurable impact across Africa’s nursing and midwifery workforce. Founded in Zimbabwe in 2019, Vaka Health set out to expand nurses’ access to continuing education, clinical guidelines, and decision‑support tools. The platform’s uptake accelerated during the COVID‑19 pandemic, ultimately enrolling 25,000 nurses and delivering over 1.5 million units of continuing professional development (CPD) over four years