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UNIT THREE
SATELLITE MODULE FOR HEALTH OFFICERS
3.1. Purpose of the Module
The ultimate purpose of this training module is to produce competent Health Officers
who can correctly identify and effectively manage common dermatologic problems both
in clinical and community settings.
3.2. Direction for Using the Satellite Module
This satellite module can be used in the basic training of Health Center team particularly
health officers who are in the training and service programs. In order to make maximum
use of the satellite module, the health officer should follow the following directions.
3.2.1. Do the pretest for satellite module of Health Officers in section 3.5 and unit
two of the core module.
3.2.2. Check or read the core module very thoroughly.
3.2.3. Read the case studies and try to answer questions pertinent to it.
3.2.4. Use listed references and suggested reading materials to supplement your
understanding of the problem.
3.2.5. For total and comprehensive understanding of the causes
(etiology/pathogenesis) and prevention of common skin diseases, the
Health Officer Students are advised to refer to the core module.
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