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Heart Matters: A Guide to Preventing and Managing Heart Disease
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Course
Learn the latest evidence-based strategies for preventing, detecting, and managing heart disease. This course equips providers with tools to reduce risks, improve outcomes, and deliver quality care.
Course
Heart Matters: A Guide to Preventing and Managing Heart Disease
1.0 Credit / CME HourText
Learn the latest evidence-based strategies for preventing, detecting, and managing heart disease. This course equips providers with tools to reduce risks, improve outcomes, and deliver quality care.
Nationally & state accredited
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What you'll learn
At the conclusion of the course, participants will be able to:Â
Analyze current evidence-based guidance for preventing, diagnosing, and managing heart disease, including lifestyle interventions, pharmacologic therapy, and advanced/interventional approaches.
Evaluate cardiovascular risk factors to create personalized prevention plans by integrating biopsychosocial factors and health equity into shared decision-making.
Identify factors affecting breathing and rehab participation with brief structural screening, integrating these whole-person findings into standard cardiac care.
Develop evidence-based recovery plans that utilize graded activity, interdisciplinary referrals, and digital health tools to monitor patient outcomes and adjust follow-up care.
Course description
Heart disease remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality, and clinicians must apply current evidence-based recommendations for prevention, early detection, and management. This course reviews contemporary cardiovascular risk factors, guideline-informed prevention strategies, diagnostic approaches, and treatment options, including lifestyle and pharmacologic interventions. Learners will leave better prepared to translate updated cardiovascular evidence into practical, patient-centered care plans that support adherence and improve outcomes.
Clinical guidance and cardiovascular technologies evolve quickly, and many providers need targeted updates to confidently interpret changes and apply them at the point of care. This course addresses that gap by synthesizing current research and practice recommendations, with attention to whole-person factors, function, and common real-world barriers that affect cardiovascular risk and recovery.
Course content
Introduction: The Burden of Heart Disease
Understanding Risk Factors and Prevention
Whole-Person, Structure–Function Considerations in Cardiovascular Risk and Recovery
Advances in Diagnosis and Early Detection
Contemporary Treatment Strategies
Patient-Centered Care and Health Equity
Clinical Implementation Toolkit: Putting Prevention and Management into Practice
Future Directions in Cardiovascular Medicine
Conclusion: Bridging Knowledge to Practice
Course details
Release Date02/01/2025
Expiration Date02/01/2028
Review Date02/01/2028
ACPE UAN0657-0000-25-008-H01-P 0657-0000-25-008-H01-T
CE Broker ID20-1277093
ACCME Activity Number203701733
AGD Number386503 | Course Code: 150
Activity TypeKnowledge-check
Activity FormatEnduring
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Instructor
John VillaMD, FACEP, FAAFP
John VillaMD, FACEP, FAAFP
John Francis Villa, MD, FACEP, FAAFP is an Emergency Medicine Specialist in Florida with more than 25 years in emergency medicine and family medicine.
Ideal CE course for these professions
This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
Licensed Mental Health CounselorCertified Addiction Counselor IIDental TherapistLicensed Professional Clinical CounselorSpeech-Language Pathology InternClinical Laboratory TechnicianCertified Respiratory TherapistCertified Nursing AssistantAutonomous Advanced Practice Registered NurseAudiology InternSpeech-Language Pathologist - SAOccupational Therapy AssistantAudiologistLicensed Specialist Clinical Social WorkerAdvanced Practice Nurse PrescribersPharmacistMedical DoctorSocial Worker InternSpeech-Language Pathology AssistantCertified Nurse MidwifeSpeech-Language Pathologist Special VolunteerAudiologist Special VolunteerLicensed Social WorkerLicensed Clinical Social WorkerCertified Master Social WorkerLicensed Independent Marriage and Family TherapistLicensed Independent Social WorkerHealth Access DentistNursing Assistive PersonnelCertified Addiction Counselor ILicensed Clinical Marriage and Family TherapistExpanded Function Dental AssistantRegistered Respiratory TherapistDental HygienistCertified Nurse AidesExpanded Function Dental AuxiliaryAdvanced Dental AssistantRegistered Nurse PractitionerAdvanced Practice NursesAthletic TrainerOccupational TherapistClinical Laboratory TechnologistClinical Laboratory DirectorLicensed Addiction Counselor SupervisorForensic Nurse-CSACertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistPsychiatric NursePhysical Therapy AssistantClinical Nurse SpecialistAPRN - Certified Nurse MidwifeLicensed Practical NurseLicensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerLicensed Psychiatric Technician NurseNurse PractitionerLicensed Professional CounselorDentistRegistered NurseLicensed Nursing AssistantPhysical TherapistAdvanced Practice Registered NursePublic Health NurseLicensed Vocational NurseConsultant PharmacistLicensed Mental Health Counselor InternDental TechnicianLicensed Masters Social WorkerCommunity Dental Health CoordinatorLicensed Addiction CounselorRespiratory TherapistMaster's Social WorkDental LabCertified Nurse SpecialistSpeech-Language Pathologist LtdLicensed Certified Social WorkerLicensed Baccalaureate Social WorkerLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist InternLicensed Independent Social Worker DualCertified Nursing AssistantAudiologist InternRegistered Social Worker AssistantDenturistLicensed Marriage and Family TherapistLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist SupervisorRegistered Dental AssistantGeneral DentistPharmacy TechnicianBachelor's Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Advanced PracticeDental Assistant RadiographerClinical Laboratory SupervisorChemical Dependency CounselorChemical Dependency Counselor AssistantLicensed Professional Counselor SupervisorLicensed Graduate Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Clinical PracticeSpeech-Language PathologistLicensed Massage TherapistDental AssistantAudiology Assistant
Accreditations
AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for occupational therapy professionals.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Heart Matters: A Guide to Preventing and Managing Heart Disease", provides 1 contact hour of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Occupational Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Clinical Laboratory, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Dentistry, Nursing, Mental Health, Physician, Pharmacy, Physician - ACCME - 1 Hour. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Addiction Counselor II, Dental Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Speech-Language Pathology Intern, Clinical Laboratory Technician, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Certified Nursing Assistant, Autonomous Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Audiology Intern, Speech-Language Pathologist - SA, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Audiologist, Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Pharmacist, Medical Doctor, Social Worker Intern, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, Certified Nurse Midwife, Speech-Language Pathologist Special Volunteer, Audiologist Special Volunteer, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Social Worker, Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Health Access Dentist, Nursing Assistive Personnel, Certified Addiction Counselor I, Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist, Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Dental Hygienist, Certified Nurse Aides, Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary, Advanced Dental Assistant, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Athletic Trainer, Occupational Therapist, Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Director, Licensed Addiction Counselor Supervisor, Forensic Nurse-CSA, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Psychiatric Nurse, Physical Therapy Assistant, Clinical Nurse Specialist, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Licensed Professional Counselor, Dentist, Registered Nurse, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Physical Therapist, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Consultant Pharmacist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Dental Technician, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Community Dental Health Coordinator, Licensed Addiction Counselor, Respiratory Therapist, Master's Social Work, Dental Lab, Certified Nurse Specialist, Speech-Language Pathologist Ltd, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Certified Nursing Assistant, Audiologist Intern, Registered Social Worker Assistant, Denturist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, Registered Dental Assistant, General Dentist, Pharmacy Technician, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Dental Assistant Radiographer, Clinical Laboratory Supervisor, Chemical Dependency Counselor, Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice, Speech-Language Pathologist, Licensed Massage Therapist, Dental Assistant, Audiology Assistant. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.
How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?
Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.
How long do I have to complete this course?
You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.
Most helpful reviews
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Dawn O.Nutritionist
Verified reviewI am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.
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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
Cr
Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
Al
Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Requirements & disclosures
Financial Disclosures
This educational activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact this activity:
• John Villa, MD, FACEP, FAAFP - Faculty • Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner, Content Reviewer • Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner • Marie Fluent DDS, CDIPC - Dentist Planner • Luke Porter - Planner • Vicki Holder - Content Developer
All presenters, planners, and others involved in program development have no financial interests or relationships with companies that would influence the content. They also do not have any financial interest in selling technologies, programs, products, or services to CME/CE professionals.
AI tools, including GPT-5.6 Sol, Scite.AI, Skywork.AI, Perplexity Pro, Gemini 3 Pro, and Claude Opus 5.0, may have been used to support activity planning, research, content development, citation review, and quality review. All AI-assisted content was reviewed by qualified human reviewers. AchieveCE remains responsible for the accuracy, balance, independence, and integrity of this educational activity.
Passing Grade
Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.
Hardware Requirements
Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+
Software Requirements
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Network Requirements
Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection
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