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C.O.P.E. – COPD Online Patient Education

Welcome to COPD Online Patient Education

COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, a group of lung conditions that make it hard to breathe. COPD includes emphysema, chronic bronchitis and chronic asthma. If you or someone you care about has COPD, this free online course can help you understand COPD and how to manage it. It provides easy-to-read information, helpful tips and support to guide you every step of the way. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been living with COPD for a while, this course can help feel more in control of your health.

The 6 interactive modules cover:

  1. What is COPD?
  2. Staying well
  3. COPD medicines
  4. Exercise
  5. Managing breathlessness
  6. Looking after your mental wellbeing.

Enrol today and take the first step towards living better with COPD!

Complete the form below to access the FREE online course.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Who is C.O.P.E. for?

    The COPD Online Patient Education course is for anyone who wants to learn more about COPD. This includes people who have COPD, their family members or caregivers, and anyone who wants to understand the condition better. Whether you are new to COPD or just looking for more information, this course can help you learn and manage your health. It can also be useful for people who can’t attend a pulmonary rehabilitation program in their local area.

  • What will I learn?

    Over 6 modules, you will learn:

    • What COPD is
    • COPD symptoms
    • How COPD is diagnosed
    • Treatments for COPD
    • COPD flare-ups
    • Steps to follow to help you stay well
    • The different types of COPD medicines
    • The importance of using your inhaler the right way
    • Questions to ask about your medicines
    • How exercise can help COPD
    • How to exercise safely
    • What pulmonary rehabilitation is and how it can help
    • What to do if you feel breathless when exercising
    • What causes breathlessness
    • What to do when you’re feeling out of breath
    • Steps you can take to help with breathlessness
    • How COPD can affect your mental wellbeing
    • What you can do to take care of your mental wellbeing
    • When to get help.
  • How long will it take for me to do the course?

    The COPD Online Patient Education course has 6 modules, and each one takes about 20 to 30 minutes to complete. In total, the course may take between 2 to 3 hours. You work through each module at your own pace, so you can finish the course in a way that fits your schedule. Take your time to go through the lessons and learn at a comfortable pace for you!

  • Do I have to complete the course in one go or can I work through it at my own pace?

    You can complete this course at your own pace. Take your time to go through the modules whenever it works best for you. You can start and stop as you need, and come back whenever you want.

  • Will I need a computer?

    You will need a computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone for the course. As long as you have internet access, you can do the course from anywhere and on any device that works for you.

  • Will I have to do any tests or assessments?

    There are no tests or assessments in this course. Instead, there are simple activities to help you learn and plan for any changes you are thinking of making.

  • How much does it cost?

    The course is free.