Domiciliary Carer
Course
Online
Description
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Type
Course
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Level
Intermediate
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Methodology
Online
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Duration
1 Year
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Start date
Different dates available
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
Domiciliary carers support vulnerable individuals who still reside in their own homes, yet need assistance with everyday activities such as bathing, feeding, and carrying out general household tasks. They also enhance lives through positive social interaction and help people to deal with overwhelming emotions such as depression, anger and guilt. If you’re considering a career in domiciliary care, then the Domiciliary Carer course is for you.
In this introductory training course, you will learn about the principles and practices of domiciliary care, from providing first aid and enteral feeding procedures to your legal requirements. Throughout the course, you will develop your communication and interpersonal skills, helping you to build positive relationships and utilise a person-centred approach in a social care setting.
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About this course
Understand the principles and practices of domiciliary care work
Familiarise with the role and responsibilities of a Domiciliary Carer
Learn about the history of domiciliary care & the social care system for older people
Develop your interpersonal skills to build positive and trusting relationships
Know how to care for people with depression, guilt, anger & other difficult emotions
Get step-by-step professional training on first aid for care providers
Have a solid understanding of the legislative framework regarding domiciliary care
Gain an in-depth understanding of enteral feeding procedures and best practice
The Domiciliary Carer course is an introductory course suitable for aspiring Domiciliary Carers who are preparing for a career in social care. There are no specific entry requirements for this course, which can be studied on a full-time or part-time basis.
An internationally-recognised Domiciliary Carer qualification will help learners to secure a job in social care, equipping them with the fundamental skills and knowledge to provide support to those who require assistance in their day-to-day lives. On completion, students will have a solid understanding of the principles and practices in domiciliary care, and how to apply the skills learned in this course in the real world.
The Domiciliary Carer is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. All you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of the English language, numeracy and IT, and to be over the age of 16.
Upon successful completion, you will qualify for the UK and internationally-recognised professional qualification and you can choose to make your achievement formal by obtaining your PDF Certificate at a cost of £9 and Hardcopy Certificate for £15.
Whether you’re an existing practitioner or aspiring professional, this course will enhance your expertise and boost your CV with key skills and an accredited qualification attesting to your knowledge.
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Subjects
- First Aid
- Management
- Carer
- Dementia
- Training First Aid
- Introduction
- Relationships
- Handling
- Evolution
- Moving
- Feeding
- Domiciliary
Course programme
Domiciliary Carer
- Module 01: Introduction to Domiciliary Care
- Module 02: The Evolution of Domiciliary Care
- Module 03: Positive Relationships in Domiciliary Care
- Module 04: Moods and Emotions
- Module 05: First Aid
- Module 06: The Management of Enteral Feeding in Domiciliary Care.
- Module 07: Moving and Handling
- Module 08: Autism Care for Children
- Module 09: Domiciliary Care for People with Dementia
- Module 10: Challenges Faced by Domiciliary Carer
- Mock Exam – Domiciliary Carer
- Final Exam – Domiciliary Carer
Domiciliary Carer