Are you ready to control your heart health?

This course is a great starting point as you begin your cardiac rehabilitation program

In this course, you’ll gain an understanding of the key concepts, health implications, and management strategies related to cardiac rehabilitation and your heart health! It'll provide you with the knowledge you need to make health decisions, lifestyle change, and improve your heart health and well-being.
Yes, I’m ready to take the course!

This free online course will help you:

  • Understand the basics of heart health and what they mean to you

  • Recognize the risks and factors that influence your heart health

  • Learn about cardiac rehab and what to expect on your heart health journey

  • Identify strategies to improve treatment and medication adherence

  • Explore ways to enhance your communication with your healthcare providers

  • Optimize your chances of a healthier heart and longer life despite heart disease

Why should you take this course? Here's why!

  • Know what to expect: You'll learn what to expect on your cardiac rehab journey
  • Learn the basics: Including the basics of nutrition and exercise to keep your heart healthy
  • Lifestyle change: You’ll learn tips on how to implement heart-healthy lifestyle change
  • Easy to understand: All content is presented in an easy-to-understand format using a variety of media
  • This course provides a high-quality learning experience through engaging animated videos, text, graphics, and PDF handouts
  • Learn from a professional: This course was created by a Paramedic and Registered Nurse with over two decades’ experience working in cardiac care and intensive care units

Course curriculum

    1. Course Introduction

    2. Course Objectives

    1. Lesson 1.1: About Module 1

    2. Lesson 1.2: What is cardiac rehabilitation?

    3. Lesson 1.3: The goals of cardiac rehab

    4. Lesson 1.4: What are the benefits of CR?

    5. Lesson 1.5: A multidisciplinary approach

    6. Lesson 1.6: Your heart health professionals

    7. Lesson 1.7: Module 1 slides

    8. Lesson 1.8: Conclusion

    9. Lesson 1.9: Test your knowledge

    1. Lesson 2.1: About Module 2

    2. Lesson 2.2: Who will benefit from cardiac rehab?

    3. Lesson 2.3: Criteria for enrollment

    4. Lesson 2.4: Module 2 slides

    5. Lesson 2.5: Conclusion

    6. Lesson 2.6: Test your knowledge

    1. Lesson 3.1: About Module 3

    2. Lesson 3.2: Physical health benefits

    3. Lesson 3.3: Psychological benefits

    4. Lesson 3.4: Lifestyle habits

    5. Lesson 3.5: Long-Term Health Benefits

    6. Lesson 3.6: Module 3 slides

    7. Lesson 3.7: Conclusion

    8. Lesson 3.8: Test your knowledge

    1. Lesson 4.1: About Module 4

    2. Lesson 4.2: The initial assessment

    3. Lesson 4.3: Goal setting

    4. Lesson 4.4: SMART goals

    5. Lesson 4.6: Module 4 slides

    6. Lesson 4.7: Conclusion

    7. Lesson 4.8: Test your knowledge

    1. Lesson 5.1: About Module 5

    2. Lesson 5.2: Structure of a CR session

    3. Lesson 5.3: Supervision and monitoring

    4. Lesson 5.4: Educational components

    5. Lesson 5.5: Module 5 slides

    6. Lesson 5.6: Conclusion

    7. Lesson 5.7: Test your knowledge

About this course

  • $99.00
  • 81 lessons
  • 0 hours of video content

FAQs

  • What is the My Cardiac Rehab Journey course?

    My Cardiac Rehab Journey is an online educational program that gives a basic understanding of the cardiac rehabilitation program. It also provides you with the knowledge and skills you need to manage your heart disease. We’ll discuss the risk factors for heart disease and high blood pressure (hypertension) and give you effective strategies to manage each.

  • Who can benefit from the course?

    This course is intended for those who qualify for or are enrolled in a cardiac rehab program (and their family or friends!). Healthcare professionals wanting to deepen their understanding of the cardiac rehab process and cardiovascular health will also find this course beneficial.

  • How is the course structured?

    The course is divided into several modules covering different topics about the cardiac rehab process and managing your heart health. Each module is broken down into individual lessons that include text and video lessons and PowerPoint slides.

  • What tools are used to teach the course?

    This course is taught using fun, animated videos, PowerPoint presentations, text materials, and practical activities. You will have access to downloadable handouts containing information and worksheets. You’ll also find links to educational material by other reputable resources, such as the American Heart Association.

  • Will I learn how to track my blood pressure?

    Yes, the course includes training on home blood pressure monitoring, where you’ll learn about the equipment, techniques, and best practices for blood pressure tracking.

  • How will my progress be assessed?

    You have the option of completing quizzes at the end of each module. When all the materials are completed, you’ll also have the option to take a final assessment covering the entire curriculum. These assessments are optional and are designed to test the knowledge you’ve gained to ensure you’ve understood and can apply the course content.