Dietitians of Canada - WHO Growth Chart Training

WHO Growth Chart Training Program – Synopsis

The WHO Growth Chart Training Program is an evidence-based, self-learning package designed for primary care and public health practitioners. It has been developed through a collaboration led by Dietitians of Canada and includes the Canadian Paediatric Society, the College of Family Physicians of Canada, Community Health Nurses of Canada, National Aboriginal Health Organization, Canadian Obesity Network and NutriSTEP®. Reviewer reference groups from each professional collaborating organization, as well as provincial/territorial representatives responsible for implementation of the WHO Growth Charts within their jurisdictions, helped to shape this training program.

THERE IS NO FEE for this program. Dietitians of Canada gratefully acknowledges funding for this project made possible through a contribution from the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC). The views expressed in the training package do not necessarily represent the views of PHAC.

There are 5 modules in the training package, each with the following features:

An automated power point video with voice over instruction
Evidence-based practice guidance
Case scenarios and/or reflective practice questions to facilitate application of the module content to practice
Pre-and post self-scoring knowledge evaluation
Self-scoring "pop" quizzes throughout each module
References and resources for further study
A personal certificate of completion of each module
Opportunity to provide feedback on the module

Each module takes approximately 45-60 minutes to complete at a time, place and pace convenient for you. While it is recommended that you use all of the training modules in sequence, the package is designed so that you can select those modules that you feel are most relevant to your learning needs.

Module 1 - Introduction to the WHO Growth Charts

Describes how the WHO Growth Charts were developed, their strengths and limitations, and considerations in adapting the WHO charts for Canadian children.
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Module 2 - Monitoring Growth: Measurements and Calculations

Provides guidance on taking accurate measurements and the importance of doing so. Demonstrates the use of appropriate equipment for taking accurate measurements. Provides instruction on calculating BMI.
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Module 3 – Interpreting the WHO Growth Charts

Guides the learner in choosing the appropriate growth charts to use and how to plot and interpret growth accurately for infants, children and adolescents.
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Module 4 – Childhood Obesity

Identifies co-morbidities related to childhood overweight and obesity. Defines overweight and obesity using the WHO cut-offs. Outlines the factors that influence unhealthy weight gain in children and provides current recommendations on how to screen and identify children at risk for becoming overweight or obese.
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Module 5 – Counselling to Promote Healthy Growth and Development

Identifies strategies for initiating a conversation with parents/caregivers about an overweight/obese child. Promotes healthy eating practices and regular physical activity to support healthy growth and development. Introduces motivational interviewing as a technique for supporting behaviour change.
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