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ForwardThe 13th Annual Reach the Peak Asthma & Allergy Overview and Update + Asthma Educator Certification Prep Course
Reach the Peak provides an annual interdisciplinary overview of asthma and allergy management and is a comprehensive review course for the National Asthma Educator Certification Board (NAECB) AE-C exam, with a curriculum based upon the AE-C exam matrix. Facilitated by leading experts in their field, Reach the Peak incorporates problem-based learning methods with a combination of lecture, small group case scenarios, networking and comprehensive collaboration strategies. Proceeds from Reach the Peak support Roundup River Ranch, helping children and families with asthma and lung disorders to attend camp. Camp opportunities can be life changing for these children.
The NAECB exam is a voluntary testing program used to assess qualified health professional’s knowledge in asthma education. There are multiple testing sites throughout the United States. Upon successful completion of the AE-C exam an individual may add “AE-C” to their professional credentials. Continuing education credits from Reach the Peak may also be used to recertify for AE-C.
Target Audience
The target audience includes physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, clinical social workers, certified health educators and other asthma care professionals.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
- Describe the pathophysiology and contributing factors of asthma diagnosis.
- Develop an Asthma Action Plan that includes prescribed medications and behavioral and environmental modifications.
- Integrate newly acquired knowledge into clinical practice.
- Conduct a patient and family assessment addressing the medical history, objective measures of asthma severity and educational needs.
- Assess community needs, develop programs to address identified needs and measure outcomes related to program effectiveness.
- Identify the requirements for AE-C certification and how to take the AE-C exam.
Learner Outcome
As a result of this activity, the participant will be able to implement evidence-based asthma guidelines/protocols accurately when caring for pediatric asthma patients. Attendance will help prepare participant to take the Asthma Educator Certification exam and educational credits may be applied towards asthma educator recertification.
Scholarship Assistance
Do not register for the conference prior to applying for a scholarship. Separate registration instructions will be sent directly to all scholarship applicants. Partial scholarships are available. Scholarship recipients will pay 50% of the registration fees to attend the two-day conference. If a scholarship recipient submits proof of passing AE-C certification exam within 12 months, a refund of the remaining registration funds will be provided. To apply, email a letter of request outlining your need for the scholarship to Colleen Rivera at Colleen.Rivera@childrenscolorado.org by February 26, 2021. Notification of award will be sent by March 12, 2021 along with instructions on how to register.
Additional Information
Registration, sign in, attendance and completion of evaluation are required for successful completion of program.
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
| 7:30-8:00am | Welcome and Course Overview |
| Bridget Raleigh, MSN, FNP-BC AE-C | |
| 8:00-8:45am | Asthma Guidelines update and implementation |
| Monica Federico, MD, Pulmonologist | |
| 8:45-9:30am | Allergic and Environmental Factors Contributing to Acute and Chronic Asthma |
| William C. Anderson III, MD, Allergist | |
| 9:30-10:15am | Spirometry for the Asthma Educator |
| Deborah Liptzin, MD, Pulmonologist | |
| 10:15-10:30am | Break |
| 10:30-11:15am | Patient Assessment and Physical Exam |
| Melanie Gleason, MS PA-C AE-C | |
| 11:15-NOON | Motivating patients—social determinants of health |
| Mfon Udoko, MD | |
| NOON - 1:00pm | Pharmacologic Therapy for Asthma |
| Laney Brennan, PharmD | |
| Self-study | Case Studies - Virtual Workbook |
Thursday, April 15, 2021
| 8:00-9:15am | Key Messages for Asthma Education and the Asthma Action Plan |
| Kate Michalek, MS PA-C AE-C | |
| 9:15-9:45am | Medication Device Demonstrations |
| Bridget Raleigh & The Respiratory Therapy Team | |
| 9:45-10:30am | Program Development, Implementation and Outcomes |
| Kate Johnston, MPH CHES AE-C | |
| 10:30-10:45am | Virtual Exhibit Hall |
| 10:45-NOON | Small Group Sessions |
| NOON-1:00pm | Panel Presentation: Comprehensive Asthma Care, Complicated Cases & Case Reviews |
| 1:00-1:30pm | Virtual Exhibit Hall |
| 1:30pm | Evaluation and Adjourn |
This two-day course will be held virtually via Zoom. Further information regarding links to access the course, breakout rooms and the Question/answer sessions will be provided within two weeks of the course dates.
Children’s Hospital Colorado
William C. Anderson III, MD
Assistant Professor of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
Co-Director Multidisciplinary Asthma Clinic (MAC)
University of Colorado
Associate Program Director, Allergy and Immunology Fellowship
Joyce A. Baker, MBA, RRT-NPS, AE-C†*
Asthma Clinical Program Coordinator
Children's Hospital Colorado
Kelli Bernier, BSN, RN, AE-C*
Clinical Nurse III / Breathing Institute
Beth Carroll, BSN, RN, CPN, AE-C †*
Clinical Nurse IV
Children’s Hospital Colorado and
Colorado Allergy & Asthma Centers
Catherine Clark, MS, RN, PCNS-BC, AE-C*
Asthma Clinic Nurse Specialist
Child Health Clinic
Trish Eells, MS, CPNP, AE-C*
Associate Medical, Director Asthma Programs in Colorado Springs
Senior Instructor / Breathing Institute
University of Colorado
Monica Federico, MD†
Pediatric Pulmonologist
Associate Professor, Pediatrics / Director, Asthma Program
University of Colorado / Breathing Institute
Melanie Gleason, MS, PA-C, AE-C†
Senior Instructor / Breathing Institute
University of Colorado
Kate Johnston, MPH, CHES, AE-C†
Community Health Manager
Breathing Institute
Lindsey McLemore, RRT, CRT, CPFT, RPFT, AE-C*
Respiratory Therapist III
Pulmonary Diagnostics / Breathing Institute
Kate Michalek, MS, PA-C, AE-C†*
Senior Instructor / Breathing Institute
University of Colorado
Naomi Miyazawa, MS, PA-C, AE-C*
Senior Instructor / Breathing Institute
University of Colorado
Laurel More, MS, RN, CNN†
Ambulatory Clinical Education Specialist
Bridget Raleigh, MSN, FNP-BC, AE-C†
Associate Medical Director, Asthma Programs
Senior Instructor / Breathing Institute
University of Colorado
Jane Robinson, PhD
Clinical Pediatric Psychologist
Associate Professor of Clinical Practice
University of Colorado
Matthew Stern, MS†
Program Manager, Continuing Medical Education
Julie Troglia, BSN, RN, AE-C*
Clinical Nurse III
Breathing Institute
Mfon Udoko, MD
Fellow, Pediatric Pulmonology
University of Colorado
Spencer Weir, FNP, MSN, AE-C*
Clinical Nurse IV 9th floor
Faculty and Planning Committee
*Small group facilitator
†Planning committee member
Nursing: Children’s Hospital Colorado is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This education activity for 9.75 nursing contact hours is provided by Children’s Hospital Colorado.
Respiratory Care: This program has been approved for 9.25 contact hours Continuing Respiratory Care Education (CRCE) credit by the American Association for Respiratory Care, 9425, N. MacArthur Blvd, Suite 100, Irving TX 75063.
Others: A general certificate of attendance will be given to all other care providers.
Note: A certificate of attendance will be available upon completion of the online evaluation. Claim only credit commensurate of your conference attendance.
Available Credit
- 9.75 Attendance
- 9.25 CRCE Credit
- 9.75 NCPD