Pressure Ulcer Prevention (online)

equip learners with the knowledge and understanding of how pressures ulcers and skin breakdown develops
encourage learners to understand the physical, social and psychological needs of vulnerable people at risk of developing pressure ulcers
provide learners with strategies and guidance to reduce the risk and prevent skin breakdown

This course is open to anyone who wants to understand what pressure ulcers are and where and why they occur. It is suitable for people who care for those who are at risk of developing ulcers, healthcare professionals and individuals with a general interest in pressure care and prevention.

The course is free and widely available for anyone to take part in regardless of age, location or education status.

However, there are some basic requirements. You will need access to the internet whether it is on your PC, tablet, mobile or other electronic devices, as well as a valid email address to register with our online learning environment in order to take part in the course.

You will need to agree to the terms and conditions before you start the course which will be available when you enrol.

We are proud to be an accredited provider of the CPD Standards Office for our online short courses and free courses, demonstrating that they conform to CPD best practice and are appropriate for inclusion in a formal CPD record.

You will receive a valuable insight into the causes of pressures ulcers, the process of wound healing and degrees of tissue damage. You will be able to identify those persons and patients at risk of developing pressure ulcers and early intervention techniques to use.

You will understand the importance of promoting a healthy lifestyle to include health eating, physical activity and mental wellbeing.

We will also consider the importance of the individual’s needs in maintaining a quality of life and when other help and support is required.