Foundations Of Care (runs all year)

Carders Court Residential & Nursing Home, 23 Ivor Street, Rochdale, OL11 3JA

Foundations Of Care For Health & Social Care Support Workers Introducing the foundational skills and knowledge essential to palliative care, developing theory and practice for health and social care workers   Trainees will practice essential clinical skills in a simulated care setting whilst promoting privacy and dignity. The course emphasizes compassionate, person-centred care through sensitive communication. The full course runs over 3 days with flexible dates DAY 1 Enable learners to move and assist people in a safe way Skin integrity & pressure area care Personal care Communication Incontinence management DAY 2 Awareness of relevant legislation Understand the need to control drug administration Management of PRN medication Knowledge of drug errors & adverse reactions Storing & disposal of medication Catheter awareness & catheter care Understanding of stomas & ostomy management DAY 3 Hydration & nutrition Dysphagia (swallowing difficulties) Basic life support – Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Adult, Child, Infant Airway & circulatory problems First Aid including choking for those with a disability Practical assessments will take place based on course content 1 person = £35 per day / £90 for 3 days 3+ people = £30 per day / £75 for 3 days To book a session and date, please call the Education Team on 07947 954 970 for more information.