Coming soon: Myasthenia gravis digital nurse education - tier 1

Course overview

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a rare neuromuscular disorder that causes muscle weakness and excessive muscle fatigue. This free online course will equip nurses with the essential knowledge and skills to manage patients affected by this condition.

Recognising the challenges that nurses face in encountering and managing MG in clinical settings, this course was developed to address these gaps and to ensure that the education provided is recognised for career development.

Through expert speakers, patient stories and case discussions, the programme covers both basic and advanced topics, making it suitable for nurses new to MG as well as those specialising in neuromuscular disorders.

How is the course taught?

The fully virtual course is accessed in the delegates' own time via our online learning portal. The virtual sessions can be completed in a time frame and style that best suits each learner, whether compressed into a few days of concentrated learning, or spread out across several weeks or even months.

It is structured under 2 tiers to accommodate different levels of knowledge and experience. The first tier of education provides a basic level of understanding across pathophysiology, treatment and management. Tier 2 covers more advanced topics, such as treating patients in adolescence and pregnancy, rehabilitation and service development.

The sessions are delivered by senior MG specialists and include a mix of self-directed learning activities, reflective practice exercises and curated resources like relevant articles, case studies, and websites to deepen your understanding.

Who is this course for?

The first tier is open to all nurses at any level, whilst the second tier will be available for more experienced nurses, or those who have successfully completed tier 1:

Tier 1

• Nursing staff interested in neuromuscular disorders like MG who were currently working in hospital or community services who want more in-depth knowledge of MG with the aim of applying for specialist posts

• Nurses who have just come to work in NMS or MG who are building their baseline understanding of MG

Tier 2

• Experienced nurses already working in a Neuromuscular services (NMS) or an MG post who are wanting to develop more in depth knowledge and network with other MG nurses

Cost of the course

This course is free to attend for nurses in the UK. Applicants who are not from the nursing profession will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us at events@neurologyacademy.org