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Integrated Headache Care: Diagnosis, Pharmacologic Management, and Behavioral and Rehabilitative Strategies for Clinicians
2 hours
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Course
Learn to diagnose headache disorders, recognize red flags, and apply evidence-based pharmacologic, behavioral, lifestyle, and rehabilitative approaches for individualized, whole-person care.
Course
Integrated Headache Care: Diagnosis, Pharmacologic Management, and Behavioral and Rehabilitative Strategies for Clinicians
2.0 Credits / CME HoursText
Learn to diagnose headache disorders, recognize red flags, and apply evidence-based pharmacologic, behavioral, lifestyle, and rehabilitative approaches for individualized, whole-person care.
Nationally & state accredited
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What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
Differentiate primary and secondary headache presentations using clinical history, red-flag findings, and established classification criteria.
Evaluate headache patients for medication-overuse risk, behavioral and lifestyle contributors, cervical or temporomandibular impairment, urgent referral indications, and contraindications to conservative physical treatment.
Select evidence-informed pharmacologic, behavioral, lifestyle, and rehabilitative strategies based on headache phenotype, patient risk factors, professional scope, and care setting.
Develop a coordinated follow-up plan that includes patient education, outcome tracking, documentation, and referral communication.
Course description
Headache disorders are among the most prevalent and disabling conditions seen in clinical practice, yet many patients do not achieve adequate relief. This course presents a whole-person, evidence-based framework for headache care that begins with accurate diagnosis and red-flag recognition and extends to acute and preventive pharmacologic management, behavioral medicine, lifestyle modification, and, when a coexisting musculoskeletal impairment is present, rehabilitative and physical treatment. Participants will strengthen their ability to classify headache disorders, recognize secondary causes, individualize treatment according to diagnosis and patient goals, and coordinate interdisciplinary care.
The course emphasizes that headache is multifactorial and that effective care integrates medical, behavioral, lifestyle, and rehabilitative interventions selected according to diagnosis and the best available evidence. It is designed to help clinicians extend care beyond acute symptom suppression toward prevention, function, and shared decision-making, while reviewing medication-overuse risk and the safe, appropriate use of every modality.
Course details
Release Date07/14/2026
Expiration Date07/14/2029
ACPE UAN0657-0000-26-095-H08-P 0657-0000-26-095-H08-T
CE Broker ID20-1390222
ACCME Activity Number203724269
AGD Number386503 | Course Code: 206
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
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
Dental TherapistAutonomous Advanced Practice Registered NurseAdvanced Practice Nurse PrescribersPharmacistMedical DoctorHealth Access DentistNursing Assistive PersonnelExpanded Function Dental AssistantDental HygienistCertified Nurse AidesExpanded Function Dental AuxiliaryAdvanced Dental AssistantRegistered Nurse PractitionerAdvanced Practice NursesForensic Nurse-CSACertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistPsychiatric NursePhysical Therapy AssistantClinical Nurse SpecialistAPRN - Certified Nurse MidwifeLicensed Practical NurseLicensed Psychiatric Technician NurseNurse PractitionerDentistRegistered NursePhysician AssistantPhysical TherapistAdvanced Practice Registered NursePublic Health NurseLicensed Vocational NurseConsultant PharmacistDental TechnicianCommunity Dental Health CoordinatorDental LabCertified Nurse SpecialistDenturistRegistered Dental AssistantGeneral DentistPharmacy TechnicianDental Assistant RadiographerDental Assistant
Accreditations
AchieveCE (50-20641) is a Florida Physical Therapy Association (FPTA) approved course provider. We are also a Rule/Statute Approved Provider by the GA, MS, ND, SC, and TN state boards through reciprocity with the FPTA.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Integrated Headache Care: Diagnosis, Pharmacologic Management, and Behavioral and Rehabilitative Strategies for Clinicians", provides 2 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Physical Therapy, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physician - ACCME - 2 Hours. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Dental Therapist, Autonomous Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Pharmacist, Medical Doctor, Health Access Dentist, Nursing Assistive Personnel, Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Dental Hygienist, Certified Nurse Aides, Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary, Advanced Dental Assistant, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Forensic Nurse-CSA, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Psychiatric Nurse, Physical Therapy Assistant, Clinical Nurse Specialist, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Dentist, Registered Nurse, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapist, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Consultant Pharmacist, Dental Technician, Community Dental Health Coordinator, Dental Lab, Certified Nurse Specialist, Denturist, Registered Dental Assistant, General Dentist, Pharmacy Technician, Dental Assistant Radiographer, Dental 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.
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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!
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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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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 upon 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 • Michelle Barrera – Planner • Luke Porter - Planner • Vicki Holder - Content Developer • Andrea Espiritu – Content Reviewer
AI tools, including GPT-5.5 Thinking, Scite.AI, http://Skywork.ai, Perplexity Pro, Gemini 3 Pro, and Claude Opus 4.7, 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. The accredited provider remains responsible for the accuracy, balance, independence, and integrity of this educational activity.
Requirements for Credit
To earn credit, participants must complete the entire activity, score at least 70% on the post-test, and submit the activity evaluation. The post-test has no time limit and may be taken as many times as needed.
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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