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To be able to provide effective care for those with Acquired Brain Injuries
Learning Outcomes- Recognise the impact of Acquired Brain Injuries
- Understand how ABIs are defined
- Know how ABIs are categorised
- Be aware of Post Traumatic Amnesia
- Understand the different forms of reduced awareness states
- Be aware of the symptoms of concussion
- Know the signs of complications of concussions
- Be aware of the types of Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Know how TBIs can progress
- Be aware of common forms of ABIs
- Know the first aid steps for a head injury
- Understand what to do in the event of a conscious casualty
- Know what to do in the event of an unconscious casualty
- Be aware of the common long-lasting effects of an ABI
- Know how those with ABIs are rehabilitated
- Know how to support those with ABIs
Acquired Brain Injury
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 Hours

To be able to provide stimulating activities for those in care.
Learning Outcomes- Understand how quality of life is assessed
- Recognise the factors that can impact resident life satisfaction
- Be aware of the effect that social isolation can have on mental and physical health
- Recognise the factors that can cause feelings of loneliness and isolation
- Recognise the barriers that can prevent socialisation and inclusion
- Be aware of methods to overcome these barriers
- Recognise the benefits of social activities
- Be aware of the different forms of group and one-to-one activities
- Recognise the importance of exercise for elderly people
- Know how to adapt activities using the STEP Model
- Understand how continued learning opportunities are beneficial for elderly people
- Know how to provide effective learning activities
- Be aware of organisations and resources to support social inclusion and activities
Activity and Inclusion
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 Hours
To be able to care for adults at risk, keeping them safe from abuse.
Learning Outcomes- Understand who needs safeguarding
- Know who an adult at risk is
- Know whose responsibility it is to safeguard
- Understand risk factors for abuse
- Know the relevant legislation
- Be aware of all the different types of abuse
- Recognise signs of abuse
- Recognise a potential abuser
- Understand disclosure and whistleblowing procedures
Adult Support and Protection
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 hours
To apply the Adults with Incapacity Act into the care you provide to those with a mental health condition or those living with Dementia.
Learning Outcomes- Be aware of the key facts and statistics surrounding mental capacity
- Know what the Adults with Incapacity Act is, why it’s important and who it affects
- Know how to identify someone with a lack of capacity
- Be aware of the key legislations surrounding mental capacity
- Know the boundaries involved when caring for someone with a lack of capacity
- Recognise how to help individuals make informed choices
- How to risk assess a person’s choices
- Know the 5 key principles of the AWI Act
- Know how and when to assess capacity
- Recognise your responsibility when caring for those lacking capacity
Adults with Incapacity
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 Hours
To be able to recognise and treat anaphylaxis.
Learning Outcomes- Know what anaphylaxis is
- Understand who can be at risk
- Be aware of the legislation relating to allergies and anaphylaxis
- Know of the common allergens that can trigger reactions
- Recognise the symptoms of anaphylaxis
- Know how to administer first aid to someone with anaphylaxis
- Understand how adrenaline injectors work
- Know how to use the most commonly used adrenaline injectors
- Be aware of the roles and responsibilities surrounding anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 Hours

To be promote and apply a positive, happy and conscientious attitude within the workplace.
Learning Outcomes- Understand what a negative attitude is and its effects in the workplace
- Understand what a positive attitude is and how to demonstrate this in the workplace
- Know how to avoid bad culture within the organisation
- Recognise disruptive behaviour and its effects in the workplace
- Knowing the signs of demotivation
- The benefits of motivation and the techniques
Approach and Attitude
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 Hours

To be able to complete a care audit effectively.
Learning Outcomes- Understand the importance of auditing in care
- Be aware of the legislation which underpins audits
- Know the Audit Cycle
- Be aware of the challenges and misconceptions of the audit process
- Understand how to prepare and plan an audit
- Be aware of methods of collecting data, and how to do so ethically
- Know how to use your findings to improve practice
- Recognise the importance of sustaining improvement, and how to do so.
Audit Management
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 Hours

To be able to provide effective care for those with Autism.
Learning Outcomes- Understand what Autism is
- Recognise the common social impairments caused by autism
- Be aware of the common characteristics shared by those with Autism
- Know how Asperger’s syndrome presents
- Recognise the commonly prescribe medication, and the rationale behind them
- Understand how Autism can impact individuals and families
- Know how to support those with Autism
Autism Awareness
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 Hours

To be able to make accurate observations and assessments of residents in your care.
Learning Outcomes- Be aware of the importance of observations and assessments
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of carers and employers
- Understand the importance of Oximetry
- Be aware of the consequences of low oxygen levels
- Know how to take an oximetry reading
- Understand what a blood pressure reading means
- Be aware of the consequences of low and high blood pressure
- Know how to take a blood pressure reading
- Be aware of the number of ways to assess a resident’s temperature
- Understand the consequences of low and high blood body temperature
- Know how to take a resident’s pulse
- Be aware of the medical conditions a low or high pule rate could indicate
- Know how to assess respiration
- Be aware of the medical conditions an abnormal respiration rate could indicate
Basic Observations
E-Learning
Face to Face
6 Hours

To be able to care for those who have undergone colostomy surgery.
Learning Outcomes- Know what colostomy surgery is
- Be aware of the indications for the procedure
- Recognise the different types of colostomy
- Know how to care for people immediately post-surgery
- Know how to replace a colostomy bag
- Understand how to irrigate a stoma
- Recognise the nutritional needs of those with stomas
- Be aware of the medication needs of those with stomas
- Know how to care for the stoma site
- Understand how colostomy surgery can affect mental health
- Be aware of common complications of colostomy surgery
Bowel Care and Colostomy
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 Hours

To have a theoretical understanding of the process and necessity of catheterisation
Learning Outcomes- nderstand the anatomy of the male and female urinary systems.
- Know who can perform it, and when.
- Be aware of the conditions that would necessitate catheterisation.
- Know the different forms of catheterisation
- Be aware of the different materials used in catheters
- Understand how catheterisation is performed upon both the male and female anatomy
- Recognise the dangers of catheterisation
- Be aware of the symptoms of infections and haematuria
- Understand which documents will need to be filled
- Know how to correctly assess and notate the fluid balances of residents.
- Understand the procedure to take a urinalysis test.
Catheterisation
E-Learning
Face to Face
6 Hours

To have a grounding in common chronic conditions, their causes, and their health risks.
Learning Outcomes- By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Understand what a chronic condition is
- Know the causes and symptoms of diabetes.
- Be aware of the causes and symptoms of COPD.
- Know the causes and symptoms of Heart Disease and Heart Failure.
- Know the types, causes, and symptoms of a stroke.
- Understand what counts as obesity, what may cause it, and related illnesses
- Know the 2 key forms of arthritis, and their symptoms.
- Know what it is, and its symptoms.
- Understand what counts as Hypertension, and the associated health risks
- Know the common forms of treatment and what they do for many of the chronic conditions
Chronic Conditions
E-Learning
Face to Face
6 Hours

To be able to communicate effectively with colleagues, and document and report your actions clearly and effectively
Learning Outcomes- Recognise the importance of communication
- Know the different types of communication
- Be able to apply effective listening skills
- Know how to keep data safe
- Be able to write defensible documentation
- Document person-centred care plans and reports
- Be aware of the legislation that underpins communication, documentation, and reporting
Communication, Documentation and Reporting
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 Hours

To be able to care for those with catheters.
Learning Outcomes- Understand when catheterisation takes place
- Know who can perform it
- Be aware of the male and female urinary systems
- Understand what justifies catheters
- Be aware of the different forms of catheterisation
- Recognise the signs of infection
- Understand ways of preventing infections and complications
- Be aware of the different forms of documentation surrounding catheters
- Understand how to correctly document fluid balance
- Recognise the dangers of dehydration
- Know when to document a fluid balance
- Know why urine is tested
- Understand the proper procedure for testing urine
- Know how to report findings
- Understand why incontinence happens
- Know ways to deal with incontinence
- Be aware of methods and aids to aid with incontinence
Continence and Catheter Care
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 Hours

To understand the importance of COSHH, and how it effects workplace practice within a care setting
Learning Outcomes- Understand the importance of the Legislation
- Recognise which substances are covered by COSH
- Know how to undertake a COSHH Assessment
- Recognise ways that control the risk of hazardous substances
- Understand how to substitute substances
- Be aware of Workplace Exposure Limits
- Know how to use PPE effectively
- Understand the importance of Health Surveillance
- Know which training and information should be available to you
- Understand how to prepare for an adverse event involving Hazardous Substances
- Know basic first aid in relation to hazardous substances
- Recognise the steps for effective evacuation.
COSHH
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 Hours

To be able to provide effective care for those with dementia
Learning Outcomes- Recognise the common symptoms of dementia
- Be aware of the impact of dementia in the UK
- Be aware of the causes of Alzheimer’s Disease
- Understand how it is treated
- Recognise the factors that can cause vascular dementia
- Know how it is treated
- Recognise the specific symptoms of Lewy Body Dementia
- Be aware of the treatment for it
- Understand how frontotemporal dementia develops
- Recognise the key symptoms
- Be aware of the symptoms of an acute confusional state
- Know how to treat it
- Understand how to provide effective care for those with dementia
- Recognise the causes of aggression in those with dementia
- Know how to respond to incidents of aggression
- Understand methods of reducing and preventing aggression
- Know how to undertake dementia care mapping
Dementia Advanced
E-Learning
Face to Face
6 Hours
To understand your obligations to Duty of Care
Learning Outcomes- Know what your duty of care is and with who
- Understand the definitions used in Duty of Care
- Know which legislations relate to Duty of Care and why
- Be aware of your responsibilities and your employers
- Understand the importance of an individual’s right to live independently whist keeping them safe from harm
- Know how to deal with comments and complaints
- Understand that mistakes happen and follow procedure to prevent further mistakes
- Recognise why conflict happens and how to deal with the individual and situation
Duty of Care
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 Hours
To implement the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) whilst caring for people with Dysphagia.
Learning Outcomes- Be aware of the fatal effects choking can have on the elderly
- Know some common causes of Dysphagia
- Recognise the symptoms of Dysphagia
- Understand what IDDSI is and its purpose
- Learn how to use the IDDSI framework effectively
- Know how to administer first aid in the event of someone choking
- Acknowledge the responsibilities of care managers
- Be aware of the employee’s responsibilities
- Pay close attention to care plans in order to provide care effectively
Dysphagia and the IDDSI Framework
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 Hours

To be able to care for adults approaching the end of their lives.
Learning Outcomes- Know the 5 Priorities of care.
- Understand your role and responsibilities surrounding end of life.
- Recognise the importance of listening skills.
- Know different techniques of effective communication.
- Be aware of the symptoms that indicate that death is likely.
- Be aware of all the different types of abuse
- Recognise signs of abuse
- Know different ways to assess and monitor pain.
- Know the relevant documentation regarding the end of life.
- Understand the responsibilities of the different professionals involved in end of life care.
- Recognise the impact that religious and cultural beliefs may have of the dying and their loved ones.
- Understand your role after a patient has died.
- Be aware of ways to support family and colleagues.
End of Life Care
E-Learning
Face to Face
3 Hours
Epilepsy and Buccal
E-Learning
Face to Face