Asthma is a common chronic disease that affects up to up 20% of children in the United States, depending on geographic region. Caregivers of children, including school staff, should be have a basic understanding of what asthma is, what asthma triggers are, and a general knowledge of its management.  This e-learning course provides training for school personnel who may interact with children with asthma.

Learning Objectives

This training has been developed to provide a basic overview of asthma and its management.  After completing the course, learners will be able to:

• Understand the basic pathophysiology of asthma and identify potential asthma triggers.
• Explain the difference between quick relief medications (e.g., albuterol) versus chronic controller medications in the management of asthma.
• Describe how asthma control can be measured or monitored.
• Understand the purpose of an asthma action plan.
• Identify indicators of good asthma control.
• Recognize signs and symptoms of acute asthma and describe basic management.