APLAR ASPIRE Training Course of Rheumatology Nursing

The Asia-Pacific Initiative for Rheumatology Nurse Education (ASPIRE) is a training initiative by Asia Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology (APLAR). It aims to provide valuable and relevant content that meets the educational needs of Rheumatology Nurses across Asia-Pacific region, delivered through an enduring and recognized initiative. The ASPIRE was formed in January 2017 during the Inaugural Virtual Meeting of the Rheumatology Nurse Specialist Education Expert Working Group. It was established as a response to the expanding role of nurses in daily rheumatology clinical practice. The program address the need for a Rheumatology Nursing curriculum to assist nurses in acquiring a foundation of knowledge and skill set that extend beyond that of their initial education and training. The ASPIRE core training modules includes Rheumatoid Arthritis as well as other Rheumatological diseases, including skills and competencies within Rheumatology nursing. The ASPIRE training workshops are organized time-to-time at different recognized centres of Asia Pacific countries.