Introduction to Care

This eight day accredited course is intended to provide a broad, baseline knowledge of the practical skills required to deliver a high standard of personal care to the client in a safe professional manner. It covers all statutory training required. The teaching methods are a combination of theory and practical work, which involves active participation of the students.

Course contents

• Personal Care & Hygiene
• Pressure Area Care
• Confidentiality
• Catheter Care & Management
• Care of the Incontinent Communication
• Recording & Reporting
• Infection & Cross Infection
• Nutrition & Food Hygiene
• Fire Safety
• Legal Issues
• Moving & Handling

Assessment consists of supervised placement and written examination.

Aims and objectives

To give candidates the necessary knowledge and to develop the professional skills required to commence a career in the care profession.

• Develop practical skills
• Develop interpersonal skills
• Develop communication skills

Cost

£ 250

Duration

2 Weeks