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Lifestyle Medicine

A Fun, Interactive and Immersive Experience

Short course live online with Professor Darren Morton, Dr Mel Renfrew and Simon Matthews

General Overview

Dive into the world of Lifestyle Medicine with a LIVE 10-hour online course led by industry experts: Professor Darren Morton, Dr Mel Renfrew, and Simon Matthews. Designed for anyone interested in the transformative potential of lifestyle choices, this engaging course combines interactive activities, practical demonstrations, and community connection—all from the comfort of your home!

Course Essentials

Duration: 2 hours every Tuesday evening for 5 weeks.
Dates for 2027: February 23, March 2, 9, 16 & 23.
Time: Tuesday evenings, 7 – 9 pm AEDT.
Location: LIVE via Zoom, hosted by Avondale University.

Assessment: Learning self-check quizzes for each topic (no formal assessments)

Why You Should Join

This non-accredited short course provides 10 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and is ideal for health professionals who want to deepen their understanding of Lifestyle Medicine and its key pillars.

It is also perfect for anyone interested in learning practical, evidence-based ways to live well, maintain good health, and help prevent and even reverse chronic disease.

Receive a Certificate of Attendance for an approved 10-hour event by the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine.

Hands-On Activities

Quick & delicious plant-based cooking sessions with Dr Mel Renfrew.

Physical activity breaks with Professor Darren Morton.

Invest in Your Health

Earlybird: $349 until February 10, 2027 (inclusive)
Full price: $399 from February 11
This course is non-refundable; session recordings will be available.

Registrations close March 2

For more information, download the course brochure or contact [email protected]
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Course Topics

1. Food is Medicine
2. Exercise is Medicine
3. Stress Management
4. Sleep Hygiene
5. Positive Relationships
6. Effective Behavior-Change Strategies
7. Managing Substance Use
8. The Role of Meaning, Purpose & Spirituality
9. New Frontiers in Lifestyle Medicine
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