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This course looks at many of the common medical conditions that massage clients may present and will help to develop your knowledge of the relevant and physiology so that you can better understand when there is a contraindication or when precautons are needed. this will enable you to treat clients more safely and effectively and to offer preventive measures that they can doat home to ease their symptoms.

This course is specifically designed for staff in schools and nurseries and any other childcare settings to ensure that staff administering medication are equipped with the knowledge to maintain safe practice for themselves and pupils in accordance with The Department for Education & Skills / Department of Health Guidance. The course is specifically designed around the needs of the education sector and highlights issues such as; working with parents and healthcare providers, the importance of records and documentation, consent, parental responsibilities and student self-medication. The Supporting pupils with medical conditions and giving medication in schools and childcare settings course consists of illustrated step by step directions, flow charts, diagrams, videos and test yourself sections fully compatible with all computers and mobile devices. This course will take 3 hours but you will be able to stop and start as often as you like and print your Certificate on completion. This course qualifies for 3 hours of Verifiable CPD. You will have continuous access to this course for 12 months. It is vital that only appropriately trained staff are administering medication. Staff need to understand the responsibilities they are assuming and ensure they have all the necessary information for the welfare of the pupils and themselves. This course is produced in accordance with the guidelines set by The Department for Education & Skills and The Department of Health and contains additional PDFs and downloads from other helpful and well-respected organisations. course is specifically designed for staff in schools and nurseries to ensure that staff administering medication are equipped with the knowledge to maintain safe practice for themselves and pupils in accordance with The Department for Education & Skills / Department of Health Guidance. The course is specifically designed around the needs of the education sector and highlights issues such as; working with parents and healthcare providers, the importance of records and documentation, consent, parental responsibilities and student self-medication. The course consists of illustrated step by step directions, flow charts, diagrams, videos and test yourself sections fully compatible with all computers and mobile devices. This course will take 3 hours but you will be able to stop and start as often as you like and print your Certificate on completion. This course qualifies for 3 hours of Verifiable CPD. You will have continuous access to this course for 12 months. It is vital that only appropriately trained staff are administering medication. Staff need to understand the responsibilities they are assuming and ensure they have all the necessary information for the welfare of the pupils and themselves. This course is produced in accordance with the guidelines set by The Department for Education & Skills and The Department of Health and contains additional PDFs and downloads from other helpful and well-respected organisations. Course contents: At the end of the course you should be able to - Understand the legislation to help support pupils at school with medical conditions Understand how Individual Healthcare Plans (IHP) should support you in the administration of medication to pupils Recognise the necessary content on an IHP Appreciate your role in the administration of medication to pupils Understand modes of medication administration and doses and why they are important Confidently administer medication appropriately to your pupils and maintain appropriate records according to the IHP and parental/legal guardian consent Appreciate the legal framework for giving medication Ensure there are appropriate policies around the safe storage, accessibility, and type of medication administered within the school Ensure you have received appropriate training to confidently give medication to pupils

Understand the management of commonly presenting medical conditions and the significance of recording accurate diagnostic investigations.

Sleep is essential for everyone, but issues like insomnia can disrupt it, leading to physical and mental health problems. Insomnia can be temporary or persistent, with causes ranging from stress to medical conditions.

Gain comprehensive training in elderly care with this course, covering essential topics such as caregiving roles, medical conditions, communication skills, and more. Perfect for aspiring caregivers and those looking to enhance their skills in supporting elderly individuals.

This practical half day course is designed to teach your staff to effectively deploy and use an...

Explore the ancient art of Acupuncture Therapy in our comprehensive course. Learn about acupressure points, treatment for pain and mental health, professional standards, and much more. Ideal for aspiring practitioners and those seeking holistic health insights.

The qualification aims to equip the learner with the skills, knowledge and understanding required to plan and instruct programmes for exercise referral. Learners will cover: Skills relating to the qualification: Collect and analyse nutritional information and apply the principles of nutrition to a physical activity programme. Collect information about exercise referral patients and prepare patients and resources for exercise referral sessions. Instruct, adapt, conclude and review exercise referral sessions. Agree on goals, plan, manage, review progress and adapt an exercise referral programme with exercise referral patients.

This Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Diabetes, Epilepsy and Head Injuries - an annual refresher course, is suitable for all Health Professionals, teachers, parents and carers and anyone who has any of the above conditions; or is working with, or involved in the care of any child or young person who has any of these long term health conditions. It is a comprehensive course that explains; the physiology of the conditions, common triggers, signs and symptoms, how to recognise an acute episode, what to do, how to treat and how to administer medication. The course also provides helpful support to Schools and health professionals in writing Individual Healthcare Plans and supporting children with these medical conditions to play a full and active role in school life, remain healthy and achieve their academic potential. This course is designed to give you the knowledge to identify and help someone experiencing one of these complex medical conditions. This course does not seek to replace a practical course but allows you to learn these vital skills at a time and place to suit you. The course consists of illustrated step by step directions, flow charts, diagrams, videos and test yourself sections fully compatible with all computers and mobile devices. You will be able to stop and start as often as you like and print your Certificate on completion. You have continuous access to this course for 12 months. Ideally this course should be undertaken in conjunction with the separate course on Supporting pupils at school with medical conditions and giving medication in schools, nurseries and childcare settings. It is impossible to cover all eventualities within this course, or to equip you with the knowledge and skills to appropriately diagnose and treat in unpredictable real life situations. If you suspect serious illness or injury, you should always seek immediate professional medical advice. The Author has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within the course, however this course is merely a guide and the Author does not accept any liability or responsibility for any inaccuracies or for any mistreatment or misdiagnosis of any person, however caused. The course material has been written by Emma Hammett, Qualified Nurse, First Aid Trainer and founder of First Aid for Life in conjunction with other medical and first aid professionals. If you have any queries concerning this course, please contact emma@firstaidforlife.org.uk Course Contents: Anaphylactic Shock, acute allergic reaction – causes, recognition and treatment How to use an Adrenaline Auto-injector Legislation concerning the administration of Adrenaline in a life threatening emergency Asthma physiology, recognition, treatment, preventer and reliever inhalers, common triggers and how to help in an asthma attack. Diabetes, physiology of diabetes, hypos and hyperglycaemia and how to support a child with Diabetes at school. Epilepsy, seizures and how to help someone experiencing a seizure. Links to helpful resources and template Individual Healthcare Plans Head injuries, what to look out for Traumatic brain injury Gradual return to Activity and Sport - GRAS

This qualification is suitable for those aged 16 and above who work with, or care for, children.