Exploring Psilocybin: Advancements in Understanding, Therapeutic Applications, and Pharmacist Responsibilities - Live Webinar on December 4, 2024 8PM ET

Learn about Psilocybin: its advancements, therapeutic uses, and pharmacist roles in this comprehensive course.

About this webinar

The buzz around psilocybin, the active ingredient in “magic mushrooms,” is hard to ignore. It’s popping up as a potential game-changer for treating mental health issues like depression and stress disorders. But let’s face it: many pharmacists and healthcare professionals are in the dark about how it actually works, the benefits and risks involved, and what the law says.

That’s where this course comes in. It’s designed to bring healthcare professionals up to speed on everything psilocybin, from its effects on the brain to its therapeutic uses and legal standing. By the end, participants will have the know-how to talk confidently with patients and healthcare teams, making sure psilocybin treatments are safe and effective for those who need them.

Pharmacists Learning Objectives At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:

Describe the history of psilocybin research and its current legal status.
Identify the potential therapeutic applications of psilocybin for a variety of mental health conditions.
Explain the role of pharmacists in the safe and effective use of psilocybin. Communicate effectively about psilocybin with patients, colleagues, and the public.

Other Healthcare Professionals Learning Objectives At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:

Describe the history of psilocybin research and its current legal status.
Identify the potential therapeutic applications of psilocybin for a variety of mental health conditions.
Communicate effectively about psilocybin with patients, colleagues, and the public.

Release Date:10/16/2023

Expiration Date:10/16/2026

Universal Activity Number (UAN) - Pharmacist:0657-0000-23-089-L01-P

Universal Activity Number (UAN) - Pharmacist Technician:0657-0000-23-089-L01-T

CE Broker ID:20-949163

Activity Type:Knowledge-based

Target Audience:Autonomous Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Pharmacist, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Nurse Aides, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Psychiatric Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Nurse Practitioner , Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse , Licensed Vocational Nurse, Certified Nurse Specialist, Pharmacy Technician

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Faculty

Instructors

Steven Malen is a pharmacist, writer, and entrepreneur with over 10 years of experience in the healthcare industry. He is the principal consultant at Expose Healthcare, a consulting firm that helps healthcare organizations improve their transparency and accountability. He has worked as a pharmacist for a range of retail pharmacies, and is also a published author of science fiction and investigative journalism. He is passionate about using his skills and experience to make the healthcare system more transparent and accountable, and believes that everyone deserves access to affordable, quality healthcare. Finally, Steven helps patients directly and via his clients to become healthier with the goal of taking less medications via appropriate exercise, diet and spiritual guidance.

Requirements

Passing Grade

Participants must correctly enter the 4-digit evaluation access code provided into the test at the conclusion of the webinar and complete an activity evaluation. Credits will be reported automatically to CPE Monitor and/or CE Broker if your license information is entered properly in your profile and if the course is completed on the same day of the webinar. If you fail to complete the attendance confirmation on the same day, please contact AchieveCE’s customer support to ensure your credits are reported.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1
Windows 10
Mac OS X 10.1+
iOS 10+
Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome
Microsft Edge
Mozilla Firefox
Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1
Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection

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