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524 Courses delivered Online

Principles of Communication

5.0(5)

By Wimbledon Training Services

This course covers some of the different ways of communication, how to identify barriers to communication and how to reduce these, making sure the person you are communicating with understands what you are communicating, how to get help with communication issues and much more.

Principles of Communication
Delivered Online On Demand
£30

Nutrition and Hydration

5.0(5)

By Wimbledon Training Services

This course will start by defining the various terms used when talking about nutrition and hydration in care environments, the basic elements of nutrition and eating a healthy balanced diet, identify the reasons why vulnerable people might suffer with dehydration and the tools you can use to identify people that are at risk of malnutrition and the steps you can take to deal with this condition.

Nutrition and Hydration
Delivered Online On Demand
£30

Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (MCA and DOLS)

5.0(5)

By Wimbledon Training Services

This course describes in detail the many facets and procedures of the Mental Capacity Act. This includes who the act affects, when it applies, how to assess capacity and the procedures that can be put in place in the home or workplace to ensure best practices are followed and people are treated fairly at all times.

Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards  (MCA and DOLS)
Delivered Online On Demand
£30

Infection Control

5.0(5)

By Wimbledon Training Services

This course will start by defining infection prevention and control and explaining the impact of good and bad infection control. It then goes into detail about the legislation that applies to infection control, the different types of microorganisms, how bacteria are transmitted, the chain of infection, and much more.

Infection Control
Delivered Online On Demand
£30

Basic Fire Safety Awareness for Care Homes

5.0(5)

By Wimbledon Training Services

This course explains, in brief, why fires occur and what actions you must take to help prevent them starting and the actions you must take when they do. By completing this course you will be making your workplace a safer environment. This course is a variation on the Basic Fire Awareness course that contains information that is specific to employees of care and residential homes.

Basic Fire Safety Awareness for Care Homes
Delivered Online On Demand
£30

Stroke Awareness

5.0(5)

By Wimbledon Training Services

Strokes are the fourth single leading cause of death in the UK, as well as a leading cause of disability. Being aware of the causes and symptoms will help you act fast in a situation where you suspect someone is having a stroke and provide them with the best chance of receiving the treatment they need and minimising the long term impact of the condition. This course will cover the types of strokes, the symptoms, and risk factors. It will also cover the treatment options and the longer term impact of the condition.

Stroke Awareness
Delivered Online On Demand
£30

Health and Safety in a Care Setting

5.0(5)

By Wimbledon Training Services

Care Homes are different to other workplaces as they are homes as well as places of work. They should be places where the residents are respected, and where everyone’s health and safety is managed effectively. To achieve this, everyone involved must understand their responsibilities. This course discusses the legislation that applies to care homes along with developing safe systems of work. It also covers what to do in some common situations you might encounter as well as some emergency situations. It concludes by discussing some aspects of the work environment and staff welfare.

Health and Safety in a Care Setting
Delivered Online On Demand
£30

Handling Information in a Care Setting

5.0(5)

By Wimbledon Training Services

This course provides an introduction to the concept of handling information in care settings. At the end of the course you will understand the need for secure handling of information and you will know how to access support if you have any questions regarding access to information. The course will cover the important role confidentiality plays in developing trusting relationships with the people in your care and it will define key terms such as ‘need to know’ and ‘consent’.

Handling Information in a Care Setting
Delivered Online On Demand
£30

Autism Awareness

5.0(5)

By Wimbledon Training Services

This course will provide you with an understanding of what autism is and how it affects a child’s daily life. It will touch on what factors contribute towards a child developing autism as well as some of the typical behaviours associated with it and how to can provide effective support for those with the condition. It also discusses what happens during the diagnosis process, some of the intervention methods that can help manage the condition and suggests some simple adaptations you can make to improve a child with autism’s day to day life.

Autism Awareness
Delivered Online On Demand
£30

Sharps Awareness

5.0(5)

By Wimbledon Training Services

In this course you’ll learn about the prevalence and different types of ‘sharps litter’ that can be found in the UK. It then covers the primary and secondary risks from sharps including some of the common blood borne viruses. It also covers the responsibilities of employers, the equipment needed and the effectiveness of PPE. Finally, it’ll cover how to report discarded sharps and the correct procedures to follow if you’re unlucky enough to receive a sharps injury.

Sharps Awareness
Delivered Online On Demand
£30