Preventing FASD
In this 7-hour online course, students learn about preventing Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) using a four-part model of prevention.
Here are some of the highlights for this course.
No application process, no pre-requisites, open to anyone
Learn at your own pace using a computer, tablet or smartphone
Take up to 90 days to complete the course
Receive a certificate of course completion and digital badge for successfully completing the course which can be shared on social media (e.g. LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter), downloaded as a PDF, or even embedded in an email signature
In this 7-hour online course, students learn about preventing Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD).
Topics include the prevalence of FASD in Canada, the four-part model of prevention, barriers to prevention, the importance of harm reduction, and the role of menpartners in preventing FASD.
Review the course curriculum below to see a more detailed list of the topics covered.
Learners who successfully complete the course will earn a digital badge and certificate of course completion that can be downloaded and shared via social media.
You will have access to the course for 90 days to work through the content.
Before we begin...
Welcome and Course Information
Introduction
Prevalence of FASD in Canada
Social Determinants of Health
Special Populations
Summary and Conclusion
Lesson 1 Quiz
Discussion: Reflection
References
Introduction
FASD Prevention Models
Four-Part Model of FASD Prevention
Summary and Conclusion
Lesson 2 Quiz
References
Introduction
Level 1 Approach to Prevention- Raising Awareness
Types of Level 1 Initiatives
Prevention Level 1 Takeaways
Prevention Level 1 Activity
Barriers to Level 2 FASD Prevention
Level 2 Approach to Prevention Brief Counselling
Effective Approaches to Brief Counselling
Effective Prevention Messages
Prevention Level 2 Takeaways
Summary and Conclusion
Lesson 3 Quiz
Discussion: Reflection
References
Introduction
Level 3- Specialized Prenatal Support
Prevention Level 3 Takeaways
Level 3 Approaches Prevention Activity
Level 4 Approaches to Prevention Postpartum Support
Prevention Level 4 Takeaways
Summary and Conclusion
Lesson 4 Quiz
References
Introduction
Barriers to FASD Prevention
Barriers to FASD Prevention Activity
Secondary Conditions of FASD
Prevention of Secondary Conditions
Barriers to Prevention of Secondary Conditions
Summary and Conclusion
Lesson 5 Quiz
Discussion: Reflection
References