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advanced First Aid at Work - Adult and Children's Care - Advanced Level
First Aid at Work - Adult and Children's Care - Advanced Level

Course Description First Aid at Work - Adult and Children's Care - Advanced Level - 2 Day Course training course is designed specifically to train people face to face, who are required to be First Aiders at Work. It includes all aspects of First Aid including CPR and the use of defibrillators. It gives an in-depth insight into various illnesses, diseases, conditions, and injuries that are commonly seen in the workplace. There is an element of both practical competency and First Aid knowledge included which gives the learners the best chance possible of helping a person who is injured, the prevention of further injuries and even saving lives. The use of equipment is involved in the course along with demonstrations of treating and bandaging injuries and wounds, stemming bleeds and how to deal with a person who is choking. Aims and Objectives To provide candidates with the knowledge and expertise to qualify as a first aider within the workplace Describe your actions in an emergency Demonstrate the management of the unresponsive casualty Demonstrate adult resuscitation including use of the AED Describe how to recognise and treat bleeding and shock Explain the management of adult choking Explain the treatment of minor and major injuries Course Audience This course is designed for anyone who is required to be a First Aider in the Workplace.

advanced Attachment - Children's Care - Advanced Level
Attachment - Children's Care - Advanced Level

Course Overview Attachment - Children's Care - Advanced Level - 2 Day training course is designed to provide Managers of Children and Young People’s services with a deep knowledge and understanding of the theory of Attachment. It gives them an insight into some of the behaviours displayed by Children and Young People and why they behave in the way they do. It also highlights how previous Attachments can shape how we engage in relationships in the future and offers learners the chance to look into and understand their own Attachment style and how it can have an effect on how they empathise with the Young People that they support. The course is available in both a face-to-face and a virtual setting. Aims & Objectives Understand the various Types of Attachment Highlight Bowlby’s Theory of Attachment Bowlby’s Explanation of Attachment Impact on Disruption of Attachment Different Cultural Variation of Attachment Understanding Proximity Seeking The Internal Working Model Course Audience Psychologists, Teachers, Speech Therapists, Learning Support Assistants, Residential Social Workers, Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Support Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Support Worker, Nursing Staff, Children’s Residential Care Workers, Education workers

advanced Safeguarding for Designated Officers - Children's Care - Advanced Level
Safeguarding for Designated Officers - Children's Care - Advanced Level

Course Overview Safeguarding for Designated Officers - Children's Care - Advanced Level - 2 Day training course provides progression from the Safeguarding Intermediate Level course. This is a full 2 day classroom-based training session for people who hold designated officer roles, those in senior leadership and executive roles and those working with children and vulnerable adults. This course is to enable the learner to gain the skills needed to protect children and vulnerable adults at an operational and strategic level. Learners will be supported to analyse key legislation, guidance and demonstrate how this influences your organisation’s policies and procedures. Learners will also reflect on decision making, their own values and perspective and consider the impact that these have on professional practice. Over the two days, the session will identify barriers to reporting, the process to follow when concerns have been raised and the principles of serious case reviews and complex safeguarding investigations. The course features a range of role play, group work, case scenarios and activities and discussions to enhance learner skill development. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. This course offers a blended learning approach including a short scenario, a workbook, infographics and a classroom style training session. Aims & Objectives Identify what is meant by safeguarding and child abuse Identify the relevant legislation and guidance that provides the framework for safeguarding young people Name the categories of child abuse and neglect and recognise the signs and indicators of each Recognise how own beliefs, experience and attitudes might influence professional involvement in safeguarding work State how to respond to concerns about the safety and welfare of a child/young person using their organisations child protection policy and procedures Identify blocks to children reporting concerns Course Audience Psychologists, Teachers, Speech Therapists, Learning Support Assistants, Residential Social Workers, Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Support Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Support Worker, Nursing Staff, Children’s Residential Care Workers, Education workers, Senior Managers and Executives working with children and vulnerable adults.

advanced First Aid at Work - Adult and Children's Care - Advanced Level
First Aid at Work - Adult and Children's Care - Advanced Level

Course Description First Aid at Work - Adult and Children's Care - Advanced Level - 2 Day Course training course is designed specifically to train people face to face, who are required to be First Aiders at Work. It includes all aspects of First Aid including CPR and the use of defibrillators. It gives an in-depth insight into various illnesses, diseases, conditions, and injuries that are commonly seen in the workplace. There is an element of both practical competency and First Aid knowledge included which gives the learners the best chance possible of helping a person who is injured, the prevention of further injuries and even saving lives. The use of equipment is involved in the course along with demonstrations of treating and bandaging injuries and wounds, stemming bleeds and how to deal with a person who is choking. Aims and Objectives To provide candidates with the knowledge and expertise to qualify as a first aider within the workplace Describe your actions in an emergency Demonstrate the management of the unresponsive casualty Demonstrate adult resuscitation including use of the AED Describe how to recognise and treat bleeding and shock Explain the management of adult choking Explain the treatment of minor and major injuries Course Audience This course is designed for anyone who is required to be a First Aider in the Workplace.

advanced Safeguarding for Designated Officers - Children's Care - Advanced Level
Safeguarding for Designated Officers - Children's Care - Advanced Level

Course Overview Safeguarding for Designated Officers - Children's Care - Advanced Level - 2 Day training course provides progression from the Safeguarding Intermediate Level course. This is a full 2 day classroom-based training session for people who hold designated officer roles, those in senior leadership and executive roles and those working with children and vulnerable adults. This course is to enable the learner to gain the skills needed to protect children and vulnerable adults at an operational and strategic level. Learners will be supported to analyse key legislation, guidance and demonstrate how this influences your organisation’s policies and procedures. Learners will also reflect on decision making, their own values and perspective and consider the impact that these have on professional practice. Over the two days, the session will identify barriers to reporting, the process to follow when concerns have been raised and the principles of serious case reviews and complex safeguarding investigations. The course features a range of role play, group work, case scenarios and activities and discussions to enhance learner skill development. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. This course offers a blended learning approach including a short scenario, a workbook, infographics and a classroom style training session. Aims & Objectives Identify what is meant by safeguarding and child abuse Identify the relevant legislation and guidance that provides the framework for safeguarding young people Name the categories of child abuse and neglect and recognise the signs and indicators of each Recognise how own beliefs, experience and attitudes might influence professional involvement in safeguarding work State how to respond to concerns about the safety and welfare of a child/young person using their organisations child protection policy and procedures Identify blocks to children reporting concerns Course Audience Psychologists, Teachers, Speech Therapists, Learning Support Assistants, Residential Social Workers, Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Support Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Support Worker, Nursing Staff, Children’s Residential Care Workers, Education workers, Senior Managers and Executives working with children and vulnerable adults.

advanced Attachment - Children's Care - Advanced Level
Attachment - Children's Care - Advanced Level

Course Overview Attachment - Children's Care - Advanced Level - 2 Day training course is designed to provide Managers of Children and Young People’s services with a deep knowledge and understanding of the theory of Attachment. It gives them an insight into some of the behaviours displayed by Children and Young People and why they behave in the way they do. It also highlights how previous Attachments can shape how we engage in relationships in the future and offers learners the chance to look into and understand their own Attachment style and how it can have an effect on how they empathise with the Young People that they support. The course is available in both a face-to-face and a virtual setting. Aims & Objectives Understand the various Types of Attachment Highlight Bowlby’s Theory of Attachment Bowlby’s Explanation of Attachment Impact on Disruption of Attachment Different Cultural Variation of Attachment Understanding Proximity Seeking The Internal Working Model Course Audience Psychologists, Teachers, Speech Therapists, Learning Support Assistants, Residential Social Workers, Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Support Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Support Worker, Nursing Staff, Children’s Residential Care Workers, Education workers

advanced First Aid at Work - Adult and Children's Care - Advanced Level
First Aid at Work - Adult and Children's Care - Advanced Level

Course Description First Aid at Work - Adult and Children's Care - Advanced Level - 2 Day Course training course is designed specifically to train people face to face, who are required to be First Aiders at Work. It includes all aspects of First Aid including CPR and the use of defibrillators. It gives an in-depth insight into various illnesses, diseases, conditions, and injuries that are commonly seen in the workplace. There is an element of both practical competency and First Aid knowledge included which gives the learners the best chance possible of helping a person who is injured, the prevention of further injuries and even saving lives. The use of equipment is involved in the course along with demonstrations of treating and bandaging injuries and wounds, stemming bleeds and how to deal with a person who is choking. Aims and Objectives To provide candidates with the knowledge and expertise to qualify as a first aider within the workplace Describe your actions in an emergency Demonstrate the management of the unresponsive casualty Demonstrate adult resuscitation including use of the AED Describe how to recognise and treat bleeding and shock Explain the management of adult choking Explain the treatment of minor and major injuries Course Audience This course is designed for anyone who is required to be a First Aider in the Workplace.

essential Mental Capacity Act and DoLS - Adult and Children's Care - Essential Level
Mental Capacity Act and DoLS - Adult and Children's Care - Essential Level

Course Overview This course is designed to provide leaners with a deep insight into Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards. It provides information around what the legislation is, who is involved and how it is implemented into the care provision. It explains the reasons why we remove liberty from some individuals and also explains the decisions that cannot be made on a DoLS order. It provides a brief synopsis of the Mental Capacity Act and how this is linked to DoLS and how it shapes the decisions that are made for the individual by a DoLS order and includes the 5 Statutory principles that underpin the legislation. Advice is also given on how to establish a person’s best interest and when not to take liberty away. Aims and Objectives Provide an overview of relevant legislation Explain the Mental Capacity Act Outline the 5 Statutory principles Provide guidance on decision making Give an understanding of DoLS Provide guidance on Best Interest Decisions State who else can be involved Highlight the importance of good record keeping Course Audience Anyone working in the Health and Social Care sector

essential LGBTQIA+ - Children's Care - Essential Level
LGBTQIA+ - Children's Care - Essential Level

Course Overview LGBTQIA+ - Children's Care - Essential Level training course will give an insight into the challenges that Children and Young People face with their identity and sexuality and raise awareness of how attitudes and stereotypes can have a negative effect on Children and Young People. Provided is a background in LGBTQIA+ that helps learners to understand how things have developed in the last 50 years. It explains the legislation in place and the laws around being LGBT. Also included is advice for practitioners on how they can support Children and Young People with LGBTQIA+ issues. Aims & Objectives Define LGBTQIA+ and explain the letters in the acronym Explain terms related to LGBTQIA+ Discuss the law, legislation and international laws Highlight the negative aspects and stereotypical views Investigate what is being done to improve things Provide a list of resources for support Course Audience Anyone who works closely with Children and Young People from various sectors.

essential Missing From Care - Children's Care - Essential Level
Missing From Care - Children's Care - Essential Level

Course Overview Missing From Care - Children's Care - Essential Level training course is a half day classroom-based training session for people working with children and provides progression from our Missing from Care Foundation Level Online course. Learners will be supported to understand the importance of their role in preventing and proactively distracting children from going missing from care, will understand and define the signs and symptoms of the and also the procedures to follow when there is a missing episode. The course features a range of group work, activities including role play and discussions to enhance learner skill development. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. This course offers a blended learning approach including a short scenario, a workbook, infographics and a classroom style training session. Aims & Objectives To raise awareness of the risks associated with going Missing from Care and identify the learner’s role in prevention and incident management Understand the difference between the terms ‘missing from care’ and ‘absent from care’ Identify the risks of children going Missing from Care Describe their role in before, during and after a ‘Missing episode’ Course Audience Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Support Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Support Worker, Nursing Staff, Children’s Residential Care Workers

essential Autism Awareness - Adult and Children's Care - Essential Level
Autism Awareness - Adult and Children's Care - Essential Level

Course Overview Autism Spectrum - Adult and Children's Care - Essential Level training course has been designed for those who are working with Children and Adults with Autistic Spectrum Disorders in the home, classroom or residential environment. It aims to provide the learners with an insight into the lives of people who live with the condition in order for them to then provide appropriate and effective care. It also highlights the importance of adopting a person-centred approach to the teaching and learning of people who have the condition. The course features a range of group work, activities including role play and discussions to enhance learner skill development. This training session can be delivered in both a face-to-face or virtual classroom setting. Aims & Objective An explanation of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Outline how ASD affects the way a person communicates and relates to people around them Provide awareness of the behaviour exhibited by some people with Autism Provide strategies to support people with Autism Discuss the importance of person-centred care planning Course Audience Psychologists, Teachers, Speech Therapists, Learning Support Assistants, Residential Social Workers, Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Support Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Support Worker, Nursing Staff, Children’s Residential Care Workers, Education workers.

essential Life Story Work - Children's Care - Essential Level
Life Story Work - Children's Care - Essential Level

Course Overview Life Story Work - Children's Care - Essential Level training course is designed to aid understanding and awareness of Life Story Work, it encourages each learner to reflect on their practices and others. An insight into the importance of Life Story Work especially in regard to identity. We will introduce models and strategies to improve Life Story Work and activities to support the learner will professional application in their areas of work, this will include recognising cultural, ethnical and disability needs and diversities. The course will also outline the importance of collecting relevant items as well as how to effectively support the individuals. The course will introduce a range of group work sessions with reflective practice built in to enable them to take this back to the children they support. There are also interactive activities and discussions to enhance learner skill development. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. This course offers a blended learning approach including a short scenario, a workbook, infographics and a classroom style training session. Aims & Objectives Consider the impact of early childhood experiences and the importance of Life Story Work Understand the emotional impact of Life Story Work on children and carers Gain knowledge legislation, the aims and principles of Life Story Work Recognise barriers to Life Story Work and learn how to overcome them Be aware of the importance of identity in Life Story Work including cultural diversity Course Audience Residential Care Workers, Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Children’s Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers

essential Eating Disorders - Children's Care - Essential Level
Eating Disorders - Children's Care - Essential Level

Course Overview Eating Disorders - Children's Care - Essential Level training course is a full day classroom-based training session for people working with children and young adults who are affected by Eating Disorders. This course aims to support learners to develop an understanding and awareness to help learners understand the principles of eating disorders, discussing the important aspects regarding truly understanding the complexities and challenges faced by victims of eating disorders and develop strategies to work with this need. The course features a range of group work, activities and discussions to enhance learner skill development. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. This course offers a blended learning approach including a short scenario, a workbook, infographics and a classroom style training session. Aims & Objectives An Introduction to Eating Disorders Identify potential triggers of Eating Disorders Define Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder (BED) and Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (EDNOS) Understand how to treat Eating Disorders and the principles of Helping Victims of Eating Disorders Define misconceptions regarding Eating Disorders Course Audience Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Children’s Centre Practitioners, Education Support Staff and Youth Workers

essential Epilepsy and Buccal Midazolam - Adult and Children's Care - Essential Level
Epilepsy and Buccal Midazolam - Adult and Children's Care - Essential Level

Course Overview Epilepsy and Buccal Midazolam - Adult and Children's Care - Essential Level training course provides a half day classroom-based training session for people working with people who have Epilepsy and use Midazolam or Buccal medication to manage this. This is an Essential Skills course and will cover the types of Epilepsy, an insight into how the brain is affected and the impact of seizures. There is also information on the impact that midazolam and Buccal have on people who suffer from Epilepsy. There is a professional competency section on how to safely administer anti Epilepsy medications including how to store these. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. This course offers a blended learning approach including a short scenario, a workbook, infographics and a classroom style training session. Aims & Objectives Define Epilepsy and associated conditions and provide facts to safeguard Research the causes and symptoms of Epilepsy Highlight how seizures can be triggered, how to respond to them and how to assist Discuss legislation and interventions that are available to people who suffer from Epilepsy Educate on use of Buccal and Midazolam Look at alternatives to Buccal and Midazolam Provide information on how to support people with Epilepsy Course Audience This is a cross sector course and will benefit all professional’s, frontline workers and leaders

intermediate Mental Health First Aid - Adult and Children's Care - Intermediate Level
Mental Health First Aid - Adult and Children's Care - Intermediate Level

Course Overview Mental Health First Aid - Adult and Children's Care - Intermediate Level training course provides progression from the First Aid Foundation and Essential Level courses. This one-day course trains delegates to be mental health first aid champions. Delegates will gain an understanding of common mental health illnesses and be given the confidence to promote mental health awareness. The course gives delegates the ability to spot signs of mental ill health and the skills to support positive wellbeing for themselves and others. The course features a range of group work, activities including role play and discussions to enhance learner skill development. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. This course offers a blended learning approach including a short scenario, a workbook, infographics and a classroom style training session. Aims & Objectives Understand about Mental Health First Aid Demonstrate knowledge about mental health and stress in the workplace Explain impacts that alcohol, drugs have on mental health Applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan Building a mentally healthy workplace Early warning signs of mental ill health Course Audience This is a cross sector course for anyone who understands the benefits of having a Mentally Healthy workplace.

essential Self-Harm Awareness - Children's Care - Essential Level
Self-Harm Awareness - Children's Care - Essential Level

Course Overview Self-Harm Awareness - Children's Care - Essential Level training course outlines the basic understanding of self-harm and suicide. It explores ways to prevent and reduce harm caused by children and young people within the work environment. Included are different strategies and techniques to be referred and incorporated into practice. Learners will be able to identify common signs and symptoms of an individual who self-harms as well as be able to relate to the likelihood of individuals to attempt suicide. It has been designed to develop tools and techniques to be used to respond to self-harm and suicide ideation. Aims & Objectives Give an understanding of self-harm and suicide Understand the associated risk factors Explore harm minimisation and prevention Increase our confidence Provide tools and techniques to respond to suicide ideation and self-harm Resources & Links Course Audience This course is designed for people who work in the social care sector with people who may be at risk of self-harm or suicide.

intermediate Female Genital Mutilation and Breast Ironing - Children's Care - Intermediate Level
Female Genital Mutilation and Breast Ironing - Children's Care - Intermediate Level

Course Overview Female Genital Mutilation and Breast Ironing - Children's Care - Intermediate Level training course raises awareness of the factors that exist for victims of FGM and Breast Ironing, the importance of understanding the impact of this and how this can affect children and young people. The learner will also develop understanding on how best to support young people who have been victim to this practice. The course features a range of group work, activities and discussions to enhance learner skill development. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. This course offers a blended learning approach including a short scenario, a workbook, infographics and a classroom style training session. Aims & Objectives Define FGM and Breast Ironing Describe and identify the different types of FGM Provide awareness of how FGM and Breast Ironing are practiced, who does it and with who Discuss the law and legislation around FGM and Breast Ironing and discuss how prevalent they are Highlight reasons why it is practiced and reasons why it is opposed Give information on what is being done to eliminate the practice and guidance on what we can do to support Course Audience Residential Care Workers, Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Children’s Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers

intermediate Complaints and Allegations - Children's Care - Intermediate Level
Complaints and Allegations - Children's Care - Intermediate Level

Course Overview Complaints and Allegations - Children's Care - Intermediate Level training course is designed to give people the confidence to make a complaint without feeling anxious or uncomfortable. It provides advice on how to support people with complaints procedures and provides advice on how to be honest and open when doing so. The activities encourage reflection that can be implemented into practice. Then, the quiz is completed at the end of the course to consolidate learning. A session re-cap is held where the learner can ask any further questions and key factors are stated by the Tutor. Learners are given the opportunity to reflect on what they have gained from the programme. Aims & Objectives To comply with the National Minimum Standards for children and Children’s Homes Regulations For all complainants to be confident about complaining without fear of reprisal For the process to be open, transparent and fair To clarify the procedure for making complaints Course Audience Adult practitioners in the Social Care Sector

essential Food Safety Awareness - Adult and Children's Care - Essential Level
Food Safety Awareness - Adult and Children's Care - Essential Level

Food Safety Food Safety Awareness - Adult and Children's Care - Essential Level training course is directed at staff who work with young people and vulnerable adults in the preparation of food. It provides advice on the responsibilities that sit with staff at work both legal and expectations in common practice. It highlights the different types of food poisoning and dispenses relevant information to protect people from food poisoning and other hazards related to food safety such as storing food correctly and cross contamination. It aims to provide staff with the confidence to prepare food safely. Aims and Objectives Enable you to provide young people and vulnerable adults with food that is safe to eat Discuss Food Safety Responsibilities Raise awareness of how to prevent Food Poisoning Give advice on how to store foods and avoid cross contamination Enable you to apply best practice in Food Hygiene Course Audience This course is designed for Practitioners working with Children, Young People, and Vulnerable Adults that prepare food.

intermediate Substance Misuse - Children's Care - Intermediate Level
Substance Misuse - Children's Care - Intermediate Level

Course Overview Substance Misuse - Children's Care - Intermediate Level training course provides practitioners with the knowledge that they will need to support individuals with substance misuse and addiction. It enables the learner to have a deep understanding of not only the indicators that someone is using substances but dispenses a thorough understanding of the negative aspects around drugs and alcohol and supplies information on other substances that are not commonly discussed. Included in the course is information around the stigma attached to addiction and how we can support someone to be resilient to this and to access support to gain abstinence. There is also advice for Practitioners in the event of overdose and an overview of the relevance of Mental health First Aid for Substance Misuse. Aims and Objectives To explain the role of the practitioner in raising awareness of the dangers of substance misuse Include a glossary of terms associated Explain the effects of substance misuse on Children and Young People Help the learner to recognise when a someone is using substances Discuss addiction Highlight how users suffer from stigma Explain what action to take in emergency and non-emergency situations, including Mental Health and Substance Disorder First Aid Describe/ demonstrate how to talk to people about substances Discuss substance misuse in the workplace Give advice on how to deal with an overdose Course Audience This course is designed for Practitioners who work with Children and Young People who are using substances or are at risk of addiction.

intermediate Transgender Diversity - Children's Care - Intermediate Level
Transgender Diversity - Children's Care - Intermediate Level

Course Description Transgender Diversity - Children's Care - Intermediate Level training course aims to provide learners with a deep understanding of gender identity and the issues faced by children and young people who question their gender. It provides advice on the correct way to address people who are Transgender or who are transitioning and how to support them. The course also provides guidance on acceptance and how practitioners can support Trans teenagers throughout the process. Aims and Objectives Provide an understanding to gender identity and gender diversity: what it means to be trans or gender diverse Give knowledge and advice around Transgender terminology and pro-nouns Highlight the challenges faced by trans young people Include a Glossary to support learners to understand the terminology around Trans Discuss gender, its meaning and relevance to the topic Support learners to acquire a deep insight into Transition and what it entails Guidance to support children and young people with Trans Issues Course Audience This course is designed for people that work closely with Children and Young in all industries.

essential ADHD - Children's Care - Essential Level
ADHD - Children's Care - Essential Level

Course Overview ADHD - Children's Care - Essential Level training course intends to provide learners with knowledge and understanding of what ADHD is and what it presents as. It includes the different types of ADHD and describes ineffectiveness, hyperactivity and impulsiveness and discusses the causes. Legislation and interventions are included that can be followed in the workplace. The activities encourage reflection that can be implemented into practice. There is a quiz to complete at the end of the course to consolidate learning. A session re-cap is held where the learner can ask any further questions and key factors are stated by the tutor. Learners are given the opportunity to evaluate their learning experience. Aims & Objectives Have a basic understanding of what ADHD is Understand how as a carer we support a child or young person with ADHD ADHD and their types Girls and Boys and the effects Causes of ADHD Theory behind ADHD How is ADHD diagnosed Course Audience Adult practitioners in the health and social care sector.

essential Child Development - Children's Care - Essential Level
Child Development - Children's Care - Essential Level

Course Overview Child Development - Children's Care - Essential Level training course raises awareness of the factors affecting Child Development and provides information that the learner can use to help them respond appropriately should they need to improve the developmental needs of a child in the home. The content also covers the changes that occur in a child’s behaviour and the various stages that affect Children in care and adverse childhood experiences that can cause developmental issues in Children. There is also a strong presence of theorists that have shaped Child Development throughout History. The course features a range of group work, activities and discussions to enhance learner skill development and the course can be booked in both a virtual or face-to-face classroom setting This course offers a blended learning approach including a short scenario, a workbook and infographics to further support the learners. Aims & Objectives Define Child Development and explain why it is relevant to learners Provide a background of Child Development and an overview of popular developmental theories Include legislation that is relevant to Child Development and discuss factors that have a negative impact on Child Development Support learners to engage in reflective practice of both their approach and their values. Course Audience Residential Care Workers, Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Children’s Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Teachers and Early Years Practitioners

essential Airway Suction - Adult and Children's Care - Essential Level
Airway Suction - Adult and Children's Care - Essential Level

Course Overview Airway Suction - Adult and Children's Care - Essential Level training course is a half-day classroom-based training session for people working with people who need Airway Suction. The course aims to provide learners with an understanding and awareness of the types of suction with a focus on Oral Suctioning. It will ensure that learners know how to recognise and respond to the signs in people who require suction. There is a focus on report writing, the importance of understanding the respiratory system and how this works in relation to Aspiration and Mucociliary Mechanism. The course can be delivered either face-to-face or in a virtual classroom setting. Aims & Objectives Define Airway Suction and discuss types of Suctioning Give a background to Airway Suction and investigate current legislation Display the anatomy and physiology of the upper airway Highlight the types of Suction devices Describe Oral Suction both manually and mechanically Provide safety tips and things to be aware of Course Audience Practitioners who work in a Health Care Setting

essential Stroke Awareness - Adult Care - Essential Level
Stroke Awareness - Adult Care - Essential Level

Course Overview Stroke Awareness - Adult Care - Essential Level training course is a half day classroom-based training session for those working in health and social care in order for them to be aware of the signs and impact of strokes and how to respond effectively to someone experiencing a stroke. The course features a range of group work, activities including role play and discussions to enhance learner skill development. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. This course offers a blended learning approach including a short scenario, a workbook, infographics and a classroom style training session. Aims & Objectives Recognise signs and symptoms of a stroke Demonstrate the effects of a stroke, both physically and on the nervous system Understand what to do when you suspect someone has had a stroke Consider the aspects of an individual's life that can be affected by a stroke Course Audience Psychologists, Teachers, Speech Therapists, Learning Support Assistants, Residential Social Workers, Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Support Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Support Worker, Nursing Staff, Children’s Residential Care Workers, Education workers.

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