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Preventing falls in older people

Online Course

About the CPD Course

This course will teach you, Why older people are at particular risk of falls, Environmental factors that make a fall more likely, What to do if you fall, How to prevent falls in domestic settings by adjusting the environment, Getting help with day-to-day tasks and investing in safety aids, Why strength and balance training can reduce the risk of falls, How to start an effective exercise programme, Why regular sight tests can minimise an individual’s risk of falls, The link between medication, alcohol and falls

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academy+

academy+

CPD Provider No: 10402
academy+ provides individuals and SMEs with blue-chip quality learning and development opportunities. Our range of 700+ CPD-certified courses covers everything from industry-specific knowledge to mandatory training programmes, digital skills, professional development, and hobby and lifestyle courses. Training is delivered via our three core brands: New Skills academy+ helps individuals excel in their personal and professional lives; Staff Skills academy+ equips SMEs with mandatory training, personal development and wellbeing services; and Scott Bradbury offers bite-sized digital learning resources designed to improve individuals’ performance at work.

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