Dermatology
Level Up! Gain advanced knowledge and confidence for clinical practice in Dermatology
With Dermatology Core Curriculum you will learn the specialty of dermatology, in a comprehensive course that will provide the confidence you need for your clinical practice and your career.
The Dermatology track from CoreMedSource delivers online dermatology training for nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers with a full curriculum of front-line dermatology-specific material that will develop your knowledge for clinical practice and help you to be well equipped to provide exceptional patient care for your dermatology patients. Dermatology postgraduate training with CoreMedSource is an investment in your career that will provide advanced knowledge and confidence for clinical practice, while increasing your opportunities and give you a competitive edge when pursuing jobs in the field of dermatology.
You can choose to take one or both of the self-paced postgraduate didactic courses or opt for our Post Master's Dermatology Certificate program – one of the most in-demand dermatology nurse practitioner NP programs in the country. Become a CoreMedSource Insider to be the first to know about program updates.
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Program Options and Features
| Features | 
Basic |
Advanced |
Certificate |
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| Target Audience | RNs/ Advanced Providers | Advanced Providers | ||
| Credit Hours/Certificate of Completion | 13 | 13 | 26 |
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| Contact Hours | 13 Hours | 13 Hours | 26 hours |
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| Clinical Hours/Preceptorship | 500 Hours |
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| Interactive Website Access/Blog | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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| Self-Paced Online Learning | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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| Discounts on Future Events | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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| Required Live Workshops | ✓ |
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| Free Membership to NADNP | ✓ |
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| Pricing | $799 |
$799 |
$2900 |
Bundle Pricing: Basic and Advanced Curriculum $1400
Dermatology Post Master's Certificate Program
CoreMedSource and the National Academy of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners are offering a Post Master’s Dermatology Certificate Program.
Your registration includes:
- Dermatology Basic and Advanced Core Curriculum
- Bonus content on immunology and other dermatology topics
- Basic Dermatology Procedures Workshop
- NADNP membership
- 25% discount on any additional future CoreMedSource programs
- Free admission to any NADNP events
Please visit the NADNP website for more details or contact us
Program Information
Dermatology Basic Curriculum
What You’ll Learn
New to or looking to get into the field of dermatology? This online dermatology course will give you a leg up! Designed for the healthcare professional or student desiring a foundation in dermatology, our Basic Curriculum covers the essential knowledge, to help develop and hone the specialty-specific skills required by a dermatology provider and enhance the level of care you can provide to dermatology patients. Regardless of what your role is in healthcare, this program will prepare you for your new career or help you advance in your current role.
This comprehensive curriculum consists of 13 contact hours and includes training on basic biopsy techniques, skin exams, treatment and management of common dermatology conditions and diseases, and other topics essential to any dermatology practice.
Self-Paced: Study on your own schedule
Introductory Price $799
Bundle with Advanced Curriculum $1400
Course Curriculum
| Lecture | contact hours |
Primary And Secondary Skin Lesions and Skin Anatomy |
1 |
Skin Exam and Benign Skin Lesions |
1 |
Basic Biopsy Techniques, When and How |
1 |
Management of Acne Vulgaris |
1 |
Management of Psoriasis Vulgaris |
1 |
Management of Atopic Eczema |
1 |
Management of Contact Dermatitis |
1 |
Pharmacy: Antibiotics, Antifungals, Antivirals, Antiparasitic Meds |
1 |
Pruritis |
1 |
Basic Approach and Treatment of Common Hair Loss |
1 |
Benign and Malignant Tumors |
1 |
Common Pediatric Dermatology |
1 |
Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Hyperhidrosis |
1 |
Learning Method
- 13 contact hours
- Online course, self-paced
- Open enrollment, begin anytime
- 1 year to complete
Completion Certificate
Completion of this course is effective once all lectures have been completed and the completion exam has been passed. Upon completion you will receive a Certificate of Completion that will show the contact hours and your completion of the course.
CE
Dermatology Basic Core Curriculum is designated for 13 contact hours.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP17777
CoreMedSource is a board-approved provider of continuing education from the Florda Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-34724)
Dermatology Advanced Curriculum
For advanced providers, or those that have taken the Basic Core Curriculum, the Advanced Curriculum will broaden your knowledge of differential diagnoses, treatment options, and further enhance your diagnostic skills. You’ll acquire advanced clinical dermatologic knowledge and skills that will help you effectively manage the more complex dermatology patients with confidence. In the Advanced modules we will cover topics that go deeper into the specialty such as diagnosis of complex medical dermatoses, advanced pharmaceutical therapy, and the multidisciplinary approaches to managing life threatening cutaneous malignancies.
This course includes 13 contact hours and topics covered include complex medical dermatology conditions and treatment, dermatologic emergencies, psychocutaneous disease, and life-threatening infections.
Self-Paced: Study on your own schedule
Introductory Price: $799
Bundle with Basic Curriculum $1400
Course Curriculum
| Lecture | contact hours |
Complex Medical Dermatology, Blistering Disorders |
1 |
Dermatologic Emergencies |
1 |
Skin Signs of Systemic Disease |
1 |
Autoimmune and Rheumatologic Disorders |
1 |
Dermatology and Disparity, Diseases in Special Populations |
1 |
Multidisciplinary Treatment of Advanced Skin Cancer |
1 |
Pharm II-Immunosuppressive and Targeted therapies |
1 |
Pharm II-Immunomodulators, Biologics, and Niche Drugs |
1 |
Life Threatening Infections |
1 |
Dermatology and Emerging Infections/Zoonoses and Bioterrorism Indicators |
1 |
Psychocutaneous Diseases |
1 |
Diseases of Pigmentation |
1 |
Advanced Pediatric Drugs |
1 |
Learning Method
- 13 contact hours
- Online course, self-paced
- Open enrollment, begin anytime
- 1 year to complete
Completion Certificate
Completion of this course is effective once all lectures have been completed and the completion exam has been passed. Upon completion you will receive a Certificate of Completion that will show the contact hours and your completion of the course.
CE
Dermatology Advanced Core Curriculum is designated for 13 contact hours.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP17777
CoreMedSource
is a board-approved provider of continuing education from the Florda
Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-34724)
CoreMedSource content and courses are intended for educational and information purposes and intended to be paired with formal hands-on training and clinical live experience. This course is not intended to be a substitute for formal hands-on training. Please see our Terms of Use user agreement for more details.
Dermatology Advanced Curriculum
For advanced providers, or those that have taken the Basic Core Curriculum, the Advanced Curriculum will broaden your knowledge of differential diagnoses, treatment options, and further enhance your diagnostic skills. You’ll acquire advanced clinical dermatologic knowledge and skills that will help you effectively manage the more complex dermatology patients with confidence. In the Advanced modules we will cover topics that go deeper into the specialty such as diagnosis of complex medical dermatoses, advanced pharmaceutical therapy, and the multidisciplinary approaches to managing life threatening cutaneous malignancies.
This course includes 13 contact hours and topics covered include complex medical dermatology conditions and treatment, dermatologic emergencies, psychocutaneous disease, and life-threatening infections.
Self-Paced: Study on your own schedule
Introductory Price: $799
Bundle with Basic Curriculum $1400
Course Curriculum
| Lecture | contact hours |
Complex Medical Dermatology, Blistering Disorders |
1 |
Dermatologic Emergencies |
1 |
Skin Signs of Systemic Disease |
1 |
Autoimmune and Rheumatologic Disorders |
1 |
Dermatology and Disparity, Diseases in Special Populations |
1 |
Multidisciplinary Treatment of Advanced Skin Cancer |
1 |
Pharm II-Immunosuppressive and Targeted therapies |
1 |
Pharm II-Immunomodulators, Biologics, and Niche Drugs |
1 |
Life Threatening Infections |
1 |
Dermatology and Emerging Infections/Zoonoses and Bioterrorism Indicators |
1 |
Psychocutaneous Diseases |
1 |
Diseases of Pigmentation |
1 |
Advanced Pediatric Drugs |
1 |
Learning Method
- 13 contact hours
- Online course, self-paced
- Open enrollment, begin anytime
- 1 year to complete
Completion Certificate
Completion of this course is effective once all lectures have been completed and the completion exam has been passed. Upon completion you will receive a Certificate of Completion that will show the contact hours and your completion of the course.
CE
Dermatology Advanced Core Curriculum is designated for 13 contact hours.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP17777
CoreMedSource
is a board-approved provider of continuing education from the Florda
Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-34724)
CoreMedSource content and courses are intended for educational and information purposes and intended to be paired with formal hands-on training and clinical live experience. This course is not intended to be a substitute for formal hands-on training. Please see our Terms of Use user agreement for more details.
CoreMedSource and NADNP will soon introduce new educational offerings through our upcoming Bluewater Learning programs, blending high-quality Continuing Education with the perfect low-stress retreat or family getaway.
Curriculum offerings will include topics such as:
Skin Anatomy
Basic Dermatology Procedures
Basic Surgery
Systemic Diseases
Advanced Neoplasms
Basic Dermatopathology
Disorders of Subcutaneous Fat
Vascular Disorders
Erythemas and Purpura
Diagnostic Tools and Basic Dermatology Procedures
Vesiculobullous Diseases
Rheumatologic Disease
Genome Dermatoses
Skin Anatomy and Basic Immunology
Hair, Nails and Mucous Membranes
Emergency Dermatology
Skin Exams: Describing a Skin Lesions, Skin Types, and Basic Skin Care
The Business Side of Dermatology: Contract Negotiations Developing a Practice
Intro to Billing and Documentation