Shingles: The Forgotten Herpes Virus
2 CEUs for NJ Massage Therapists and Chiropractors*
Course Description:
This program will discuss the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, duration, and current treatment options of the Herpes Virus known as Shingles. Most of the time the only mention we hear about Shingles is a TV commercial about current vaccine options. This course will go into depth about the virus and how prevalent it really is. What do the symptoms look like, how to identify if someone has Shingles vs. other types of rashes. What are the prevention and treatment options? This program is a must for everyone to understand, properly assess and treat this virus.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this program, the participant should be able to:
- Explain the cause of the “Shingles” Herpetic Virus
- Identify what the virus looks like vs. other rashes or skin conditions
- Describe the duration of the virus
- Explain assessment techniques used
- Describe the prevention and treatment options for this virus
Instructor: Rose Hirshorn, CDA, RDA
Requirements to attend a live webinar:
- You will need a smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer to view it. If using a smartphone or tablet, it is best to have the app for the program on your device (i.e. Zoom).
- To verify your continued attendance during the class, you will need a microphone, webcam or the ability to type into the program’s live chat.
- Instructors or school personnel will take attendance periodically throughout the class.
- Instructors may call on participants.
- To verify attendance, a code word may be given sometime during the class.
- You will be required to complete and return an evaluation after the course has ended. The evaluation may ask what code word was given.
- You may not receive your Certificate of Completion if we cannot verify your attendance.
- Webinar invitations are emailed to registered students approx. one day prior to the class.
*CONTINUING EDUCATION APPROVALS:
Approved for 2 CEUs for NJ Chiropractors through the NJ Board of Chiropractic Examiners because The Institute for Continuing Education is an Approved Provider/Sponsor through 8/31/25. It is also approved for 2 CEUs for chiropractors in any state that accepts PACE; The Institute for Continuing Education is recognized by the PACE Program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards.
For massage therapists, the course is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) for all states but New York, Approved Provider #307800-00.
