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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.

This course will start by looking at some examples and statistics which highlight the seriousness and extent of aggressive pupil behaviour, it will then go on to explain how you can identify the stages of aggression and provide some tips on how you could de-escalate a pupil before they lash out. It also looks at where the law stands on this subject and finally best practice in theory if you ever do need to restrain a pupil.

This course will give you an understanding of person centred approaches for care and support, and how to implement a person-centred approach in an adult social care setting. It starts by explaining what we mean by person centred care and where this term originated. It then goes on to analyse the values represented by person centred care and explains why care should be as much as possible tailored to each service user. Finally it will give you an overview of care plans, daily reports, the importance of obtaining consent and much more.

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.

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’.

Diabetes is a serious lifelong health condition that occurs when the amount of glucose, or sugar, in the blood is too high. If left untreated, high blood glucose levels can cause serious health complications. This course is aimed at people working in the health and social care sector and will provide an overview of the condition, the common symptoms that might indicate someone has diabetes, methods of diagnosis, some possible treatments and common complications that can affect those with the condition.

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.

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.

This Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Online Course is designed to provide an essential introduction for anyone who is new to the subject and act as a refresher for those who already work with vulnerable people in a paid or voluntary capacity. Most adults live normal happy lives. However, for a number of unfortunate people, abuse is a reality and the effects can lead to great unhappiness and sometimes, tragedy. In simple terms, abuse to adults exists and if you suspect that a person is abusing or being abused, your responsibility is to prevent it. Also, if you are working with vulnerable adults, you have a legal duty of care to intervene and this is fully supported by legislation. It is not enough to claim ignorance of the abuse or fail to assist.

Description: Photography is the art or practice of taking and processing photographs. The more you study and discover about photography the better you will become in it. And landscapes can be one of the easiest of all photographic themes to shoot. All you need to do is learn advanced tips and techniques of landscape photography. Taking this Level 3 Diploma in Landscape Photography will enhance your landscape photography skills to the advanced level so that you can create the beautiful photos. Discover how to capture your best ever landscape photos, learn to set up the camera, and use various filters. You will also understand the editing basics, including how to exclude unwanted objects from capturing perfect landscape photography. In addition to that, you will understand the necessity of finding visually compelling locations, and how to pick the right time of day as well as right season, so your photos look their absolute best. Who is the course for? Beginner photographers - you want to take your skills to the next level Intermediate photographer - you want to develop skills in a particular craft Anyone who wants to take better photos on your travels and local adventures Entry Requirement: This course is available to all learners, of all academic backgrounds. Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification. Good understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT are required to attend this course. Assessment: At the end of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately so that you will instantly know whether you have been successful. Before sitting for your final exam, you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. Certification: After completing and passing the course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. Why choose us? Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials; Tutorial videos/materials from the industry leading experts; Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform; Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result; The UK & internationally recognised accredited qualification; Access to course content on mobile, tablet or desktop from anywhere anytime; The benefit of career advancement opportunities; 24/7 student support via email. Career Path: After completing this course you will be able to build up accurate knowledge and skills with proper confidence to enrich yourself and brighten up your career in the relevant job market. Module: 01 Promo Video 00:02:00 Introduction 00:01:00 Gear for Landscape Photography 00:04:00 Module: 02 Planning Your Trip with Will 00:02:00 Our Gear - What's in Our Bag 00:05:00 Shooting at Sunrise 00:09:00 Landscape Basics & Composition 00:06:00 Camera Setting Refresher with Phil 00:08:00 Phil & Sam Go Over the Basics 00:09:00 Module: 03 How to shoot Panoramas 00:05:00 Wide vs. Telephoto Photographs 00:04:00 Using a Polarizer Filter 00:03:00 Sunset Photography 00:05:00 Module: 04 Intro to Editing 00:02:00 Adobe Lightroom Crash Course 00:14:00 Our Basic Landscape Editing Process 00:11:00 Quickly Straighten Horizons 00:01:00 Remove Unwanted Objects in Lightroom 00:02:00 Module: 05 Phil Edits a Landscape Photo 00:17:00 Sam's Editing Workflow 00:11:00 WiIII's Editing Process 00:19:00 All Three Edit the Same Photo 00:23:00 Sam Edits a Sunrise Photo 00:09:00 How to Create an HDR Photo in Lightroom 00:02:00 Stitch Together a Panorama in Lightroom 00:06:00 Stitch Together a Panorama in Photoshop 00:03:00 Exporting a Photo for Web or Print 00:10:00 Conclusion 00:01:00 Resource Files Resource Files - Level 3 Diploma in Landscape Photography 00:00:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00