The NLA's Masters in Lipidology course provides an advanced examination of the core curriculum in Clinical Lipidology. This course is designed for any health care professional with experience in Lipidology who desires advanced training. Experts in the field of Lipidology will lecture on advanced concepts and guide participants through interactive learning scenarios that provide tools and skills to further advance personal standards of practice. It is recommended that attendees have already completed preparatory coursework (eg Foundations of Lipidology [formerly Lipid Academy] or similar core curriculum training).
This course is particularly useful to explore the details of Clinical Lipidology and is appropriate for clinicians from the full spectrum of clinical experience including Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacist, Exercise Physiologists, and Dietitians who are in any phase of training, or even experienced physicians who are looking to take a deeper dive into Lipidology.
Masters in Lipidology is offered as a 2-day course prior to NLA meetings (Clinical Lipid Updates [CLU] and Scientific Sessions).
2021 Spring Live Virtual Course
March 11 - 12, 2021
This course must be taken live to claim credit.
CLICK HERE to register for this live, virtual course.
Course Curriculum:
Lipoprotein Metabolism, Genetics, and Familial Lipid Disorders
Advanced Lipidology: Cardiovascular Biomarkers and Atherosclerosis Imaging
Obesity, Metabolic Syndrome and Diabetes Mellitus
Evidence-Based Nutrition and Lifestyle Modifications
Pharmacology Part I- Lipid Altering Drugs
Pharmacology Part II- Evidence Based Therapy
Complex Case and Consultative Lipidology
Target Audience
This activity is designed to meet the needs of physicians, physician assistants, pharmacists, registered nurses, advance practice registered nurses, nurse practitioners and registered dietitians with expertise in Lipidology looking for further advanced training.
Pricing*
Member cost: $750
Non-Member cost: $1,250
Trainee cost: $395
*Pricing subject to change