Healthcare & Medical, Social Care
Dementia Awareness
Bettercare Skills Ltd
This course equips participants with a good understanding of dementia and how they can support people diagnosed/living with dementia they work/live with. It will explore what dementia is, the effect of dementia on the person and their families, facts and up-to-date information, legislation and Regulation, different types of dementia and their effect and how to support people cope with ordinary situations, age related conditions confused for dementia – (Memory cognitive impairment),types of dementia, symptoms, risk factors and how to support people at the various stages of dementia based on person-centred care, and understand behaviour that can undermine interactions.
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Healthcare & Medical, Social Care
FIRE SAFETY Awareness.
Bettercare Skills Ltd
The course has been created to support staff with information to meet the requirements of the Fire Precautions (Workplace) Regulations 1997, raise awareness of the dangers associated with fire and the practical steps that can be taken to minimise and control the risks that fire presents, the main hazards, applicable legislation, risk assessment, risk reduction measures and key responsibilities of the individual. How to respond safely to the occurrence of fire, communicate effectively with the Emergency Services, quickly and safely evacuate a building. Emphasis has been given to implementing the knowledge gained in the day-to-day working environment
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Healthcare & Medical, Social Care
FOOD SAFETY (Handling) & HYGIENE
Bettercare Skills Ltd
The course has been created to support participants with information to meet the requirements of the Food Safety Act 1990, The Food Safety (General Food Hygiene) Regulations 1995. It covers an introduction to food safety and hygiene, the impact of foodborne illness, food safety hazards and contamination, food poisoning, preservation, storage and temperature control, personal hygiene, hygienic premises and equipment and Hazards Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP). Staff involved in food handling will have the knowledge of how to recognise and support good nutrition, fluid intake and food allergens (14 food allergens) as outlined by Food Standard Agency.
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Healthcare & Medical, Social Care
HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE Awareness.
Bettercare Skills Ltd
The course is designed to provide people working in health and social care settings with knowledge to meet the conditions of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HASAWA),and other appropriate legislations, which will provide them with the information needed to ensure a safe working environment by outlining the benefits and legal requirements of adopting effective health and safety measures in the workplace. Employees will become aware of potential risks in the workplace, their responsibilities, and those of their co-workers and employers, together with the legal requirements for reporting and recording incidents and accidents – (RIDDOR).
Training Course
Healthcare & Medical, Social Care
INFECTION PREVENTION & CONTROL.
Bettercare Skills Ltd
The course will provide participants with information to meet the requirements of the Department of Health Guidelines on Prevention and Control of Infection in Residential and Nursing Homes. It will ensure that anyone who provides direct care to individuals understands the use of standard infection prevention and control measure including the use of PPE and COSHH. Participants will be equipped with knowledge on main legislation, an overview of the key elements of infection control, an understanding of how infections might occur, how good practice can reduce their likelihood and prevent the spread of infection in health and social care settings
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Healthcare & Medical, Social Care
INFORMATION GOVERNANCE & RECORD KEEPING.
Bettercare Skills Ltd
The course will provide staff with knowledge needed to understand the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2018, providing them with a solid overview of the different legislation and principles surrounding data and information sharing. It will ensure those working with sensitive and personal data are aware of their responsibilities, and have an understanding of how to work in accordance to the law. Staff will learn how,when and to whom sensitive information can be shared or withheld at any point in time. It will also cover Record Keeping and data protection, its policy and procedures, importance and consequences of not keeping accurate records.
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Healthcare & Medical, Social Care
MEDICATION Awareness- Administration, documentation and storage of medicines.
Bettercare Skills Ltd
The course is designed to provide all the knowledge requirements for the handling and administration of medicines to individuals that receive services in their homes and social care settings. It will help participants meet the requirements of the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) Essential Standards and NICE guidelines by providing information on an introduction to medications and the prescription service, the legislations that govern medicines, an understanding of who supplies medicines and how, an understanding of how to safely store controlled drugs and dispose of medicines, quality control and good record keeping procedures, and an understanding of accountability, responsibility and confidentiality
Training Course
Healthcare & Medical, Social Care
MOVING AND HANDLING (Manual Handling
Bettercare Skills Ltd
The course has been created to support staff with information to meet the requirements of the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, other appropriate legislation and National Care Standards, which will provide them with the knowledge they need to reduce the chance of incurring injuries in the workplace, risk factors and how injuries can occur. It is also intended for anyone who may need to move people or objects as part of their job. how to carry out safe manual handling including good handling technique, appropriate systems of work for the individual's tasks and environment and use of mechanical aids
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Healthcare & Medical, Social Care
SAFEGUARDING OF CHILDREN & ADULTS AT RISK.
Bettercare Skills Ltd
The course will provide staff with information and knowledge to assess who is at risk of abuse, how to respond to abuse and neglect. It defines abuse, types of abuse and how to safeguard adults at risk using Local Authorities Alerter’s Guidance, Whistle-blowing policy and the key piece of legislation -‘The Public Interest Disclosure Act1998 (PIDA)’ which applies to all workers and employees who ordinarily work in Great Britain.It also informs staff how to recognise and take action when abuse is suspected, how to preserve and document evidence anorganisations that are involved with safeguarding of children and adults at risk.
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