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Education (SCOPE) empowers you with the knowledge and skills you need to provide the best possible support to patients with obesity. We strive to reduce the global burden of this disease, combat the stigma associated with obesity and build understanding of obesity as a multifactorial disease.</h3> <h3 style="color: rgb(42, 55, 100); margin-bottom: 0px;"><br /> Ready to get started?</h3> <p style="color: rgb(42, 55, 100); margin-top: 0px;">Register for SCOPE E-Learning to discover dozens of free, CME accredited modules.<br /> One quick form, no commitment required. Available in Portuguese, Spanish and French.</p> <p style="color: rgb(42, 55, 100); margin-top: 0px;"><a class="btn btn-coral" href="https://www.scope-elearning.org/Saba/Web_spf/EU2PRD0110/guest/guestlearningcatalog">GO TO SCOPE E-LEARNING</a></p> <p style="color: rgb(42, 55, 100); margin-top: 0px;">Want to try a module first? <strong><a href="https://www.worldobesity.org/scopedemo" target="_blank">Click here to preview one of our courses!</a></strong></p> </centre> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="fluid fluid-text-and-image fifty-fifty-l colour-coral remove-gap" data-aos="fade" data-aos-offset="100" data-aos-delay="0"> <div class="container-fluid container-no-gutter"> <div class="row row-no-gutter "> <div class="col-12 col-md-6 mx-auto content_col"> <div class="justify-content-center inner-col"> <div class="row justify-content-center"> <div class="col-12 col-sm-8 col-md-8 col-lg-7 d-flex align-items-center"> <div class="ff-inset"> <span class="badge badge-secondary"></span> <h3 class="title"></h3> <h2 style="color: rgb(235, 91, 92); margin-bottom: 0px;">SCOPE E-Learning</h2> <h2 style="color:#2A3764;margin-top:0px">Best practices<br /> for obesity treatment</h2> <p>A comprehensive, CME accredited online platform with topical modules written and narrated by our international faculty of experts. Modules are available in English, French, Spanish and Portuguese - with voiceovers from native speakers - and most are completely free of charge. </p> <p><strong>40+ CME accredited, 30-minute modules.</strong></p> <a href="https://www.worldobesity.org/training-and-events/scope/e-learning" class="btn btn-primary">DISCOVER SCOPE E-LEARNING</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <img class="scope_after_effect" src="/images/templates/SCOPE_Website_Imagery_AW_Slash.png" alt=""/> </div> <div class="col-12 col-md-6 image_col"> <div class="slick slick-standard"> <picture> <source media="(min-width: 992px)" srcset='/images/common/SCOPE_Website_Imagery_AW_3.jpg'> <img src='/images/made/images/common/SCOPE_Website_Imagery_AW_3_600_600_s_c1.jpg' alt="" class="img-fluid"> </picture> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="fluid fluid-text" data-aos="fade" data-aos-offset="100" data-aos-delay="0" id="video-container"> <div class="container"> <div class="row justify-content-center"> <div class="col-12 col-sm-12 col-md-12 col-lg-8"> <h3 style="color:#2A3764;margin-bottom:0px">As a global non-profit organisation, with the generous support of funders, we are able to reinvest our income into offering world-class training and resources. That is how we offer over 30 CME accredited modules free of charge.</h3> <h3 style="color: rgb(0, 178, 187); margin-bottom: 0px;">"SCOPE is crucial for the education of health professionals that work with patients with obesity". </h3> <p style="color: rgb(0, 178, 187); margin-top: 0px;">Dr Ada Cuevas, Chile</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="fluid fluid-text-and-image fifty-fifty-r colour-teal remove-gap" data-aos="fade" data-aos-offset="100" data-aos-delay="0"> <div class="container-fluid container-no-gutter"> <div class="row row-no-gutter"> <div class="col-12 col-md-6 image_col"> <div class="slick slick-standard"> <picture data-aos="fade" data-aos-offset="100" data-aos-delay="400"> <source media="(min-width: 992px)" srcset='/images/common/SCOPE_Website_Imagery_AW_2.jpg'> <img src='/images/made/images/common/SCOPE_Website_Imagery_AW_2_600_600_s_c1.jpg' alt="" class="img-fluid"> </picture> </div> </div> <div class="col-12 col-md-6 mx-auto content_col"> <div class="inner-col justify-content-center"> <div class="row justify-content-center"> <div class="col-12 col-sm-8 col-md-8 col-lg-7 d-flex align-items-center"> <div class="ff-inset" data-aos="fade" data-aos-offset="100" data-aos-delay="700"> <span class="badge badge-secondary"></span> <h3 class="title"></h3> <h2 style="color:#00B2BB; margin-bottom: 0px;">SCOPE Schools</h2> <h2 style="color:#2A3764;margin-top:0px">Intensive training<br /> opportunities</h2> <p>One-day live training courses with regionally tailored content, providing a unique opportunity for professionals to engage with experts and understand the new challenges in obesity management. SCOPE Schools take place numerous times a year in different locations and formats, covering all aspects of obesity management.</p> <p><strong>Participate in a SCOPE School to gain skills and knowledge, meet experts from around the world and obtain points towards SCOPE Certification.</strong></p> <a href="https://www.worldobesity.org/training-and-events/scope/schools" class="btn btn-primary">FIND OUT MORE ABOUT SCOPE SCHOOLS</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <img class="scope_after_effect" src="/images/templates/SCOPE_Website_Imagery_AW_Slash.png" alt=""/> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="fluid fluid-text" data-aos="fade" data-aos-offset="100" data-aos-delay="0" id="video-container"> <div class="container"> <div class="row justify-content-center"> <div class="col-12 col-sm-12 col-md-12 col-lg-8"> <h3 style="color:#00B2BB;margin-bottom:0px">Gain confidence and skills to treat, manage<br /> and support patients with obesity.</h3> <h3 style="color:#2A3764;margin-top:0px">Join a growing global community of experts:</h3> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="fluid fluid-grid-image-text" data-aos="fade" data-aos-offset="100" data-aos-delay="0"> <div class="container"> <div class="row total-count-3"> <div class="col-12 col-md-6 col-lg-4"> <div class="card h-100"> <div class="card-body"> <a href="https://www.worldobesity.org/training-and-events/scope/e-learning"> <picture> <source media="(min-width: 992px)" srcset="/images/common/SCOPE_Website_Imagery_AW_6.jpg"> <img src="/images/made/images/common/SCOPE_Website_Imagery_AW_6_600_600_s_c1.jpg" alt="" class="img-fluid"> </picture> </a> <div class="inset-md"> <h3 class="card-title"> </h3> <h3 style="color:#00B2BB;margin-bottom:0px">SCOPE Training</h3> <h3 style="color:#2A3764;margin-top:0px">Skills and resources<br /> to manage obesity</h3> <p>We equip the full spectrum of health professionals - from physicians to fitness professionals - with the skills and knowledge they need to effectively treat, manage and support patients with obesity.</p> <a href="https://www.worldobesity.org/training-and-events/scope/e-learning" class="card-link btn btn-sm btn-primary">COURSE MODULES</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-12 col-md-6 col-lg-4"> <div class="card h-100"> <div class="card-body"> <a href="https://www.worldobesity.org/training-and-events/scope/accreditation"> <picture> <source media="(min-width: 992px)" srcset="/images/common/SCOPE_Website_Imagery_AW_4.jpg"> <img src="/images/made/images/common/SCOPE_Website_Imagery_AW_4_600_600_s_c1.jpg" alt="" class="img-fluid"> </picture> </a> <div class="inset-md"> <h3 class="card-title"> </h3> <h3 style="color:#00B2BB;margin-bottom:0px">SCOPE Accreditation</h3> <h3 style="color:#2A3764;margin-top:0px">Endorsing high<br /> standards in learning</h3> <p>Recognising and accrediting CME courses on obesity that offer exceptional educational value and complement SCOPE training.</p> <a href="https://www.worldobesity.org/training-and-events/scope/accreditation" class="card-link btn btn-sm btn-primary">FIND OUT MORE</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-12 col-md-6 col-lg-4"> <div class="card h-100"> <div class="card-body"> <a href="https://www.worldobesity.org/training-and-events/scope/certification"> <picture> <source media="(min-width: 992px)" srcset="/images/common/SCOPE_Website_Imagery_AW_1.jpg"> <img src="/images/made/images/common/SCOPE_Website_Imagery_AW_1_600_600_s_c1.jpg" alt="" class="img-fluid"> </picture> </a> <div class="inset-md"> <h3 class="card-title"> </h3> <h3 style="color:#00B2BB;margin-bottom:0px">SCOPE Certification</h3> <h3 style="color:#2A3764;margin-top:0px">Our international<br /> community of experts</h3> <p>As the only internationally-recognised obesity management qualification, SCOPE Certification is the ‘international gold standard’ for HCPs treating obesity. </p> <a href="https://www.worldobesity.org/training-and-events/scope/certification" class="card-link btn btn-sm btn-primary">FIND OUT MORE</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="fluid fluid-text" data-aos="fade" data-aos-offset="100" data-aos-delay="0" id="video-container"> <div class="container"> <div class="row justify-content-center"> <div class="col-12 col-sm-12 col-md-12 col-lg-8"> <h3 style="color:#2A3764;margin-bottom:0px">SCOPE modules are accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) and the CPD Certification Service, allowing you to earn CME and CPD credits.</h3> <h3 style="color:#EB5B5C;margin-top:0px">Our programme has been endorsed by NHS England and more than 50 national associations globally.</h3> <hr /> <h3> </h3> <h3 style="color:#2A3764;margin-bottom:0px">Don’t just take our word for it...</h3> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="fluid fluid-grid-image-text" data-aos="fade" data-aos-offset="100" data-aos-delay="0"> <div class="container"> <div class="row total-count-3"> <div class="col-12 col-md-6 col-lg-4"> <div class="card h-100"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="inset-md"> <h3 class="card-title"> </h3> <h4 style="color:#2A3764;margin-top:0px">"SCOPE has been formative and enriching, challenging my preconceptions and stigma around obesity.”</h4> <p style="color: rgb(42, 55, 100); margin-top: 0px;">– Physician and Paediatrician, Mexico</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-12 col-md-6 col-lg-4"> <div class="card h-100"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="inset-md"> <h3 class="card-title"> </h3> <h4 style="color:#2A3764;margin-top:0px">"SCOPE E-Learning is beautifully organised - I enjoyed every bit of it. I learned a lot of useful information that I can use in my practice. Highly recommended”</h4> <p style="color: rgb(42, 55, 100); margin-top: 0px;">– SCOPE Alumnus</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-12 col-md-6 col-lg-4"> <div class="card h-100"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="inset-md"> <h3 class="card-title"> </h3> <h4 style="color:#2A3764;margin-top:0px">"I have been treating people with obesity for 18 months; this course has increased my confidence in obesity management in my clinical practice, giving me indispensable knowledge”</h4> <p style="color: rgb(42, 55, 100); margin-top: 0px;">– SCOPE Alumnus</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="fluid fluid-text" data-aos="fade" data-aos-offset="100" data-aos-delay="0" id="video-container"> <div class="container"> <div class="row justify-content-center"> <div class="col-12 col-sm-12 col-md-12 col-lg-8"> <hr /> <h4><strong>Accreditation statement</strong></h4> <p><em>SCOPE E-Learning, made available on <a href="http://www.scope-elearning.org">http://www.scope-elearning.org</a> and organized by World Obesity Federation, is accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME) to provide the following CME activity for medical specialists.</em></p> <p><em>Each medical specialist should claim only those credits that he/she actually spent in the educational activity. 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