Courses we offer
What courses do we offer?We offer a range of e-learning courses that are applicable to Health and Social Care staff.Being OpenGuidance for communicating openly with patients and/or their carers in an honest and sympathetic way following a patient safety incident Endorsements: Developed by National Reporting and Learning Service (NRLS), part of NPSA. The framework is supported by policy makers, professional bodies and litigation and indemnity bodies across England and Wales. NPSA endorse the e-learning course. Cancer Information PrescriptionsLearn about information prescriptions and the cancer patient information pathways, and how best to put the theory into practice Endorsements: Endorsed by Macmillan Cancer Support & developed by NCAT - part of the National Cancer Course. Child Protection Awareness in HealthAn authoritative introduction to Child Protection Awareness, this course develops knowledge of child abuse signs and indicators; explores what to do if concerns arise; and provides guidance on good practice Endorsements: This course was written by the NSPCC in partnership with EduCare who are independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and hold the BSI quality mark. Equality & DiversityDelivers an understanding of equality and diversity and helps learners apply that knowledge in the healthcare environment Endorsements: The course was initially developed by the e-learning development team in Liverpool Community Health Trust, commissioned by NHS North West. The material in the course has since been revised for national use with the support of Skills for Health and E-Learning for Health. Fire Safety AwarenessStatutory training on the nature and causes of fire in healthcare facilities, with instruction in fire prevention, signage and equipment, and what to do when a fire starts Endorsements: Commissioned by the Department of Health (DH) and endorsed by National Association of Hospital Fire Officers (NAHFO) who approved its use to raise awareness and support existing training. Health & Safety AwarenessA course covering the responsibilities of both employers and employees in ensuring that facilities are safe for staff, patients and visitors. The course also covers how to manage risk and the procedures for reporting health and safety violations Endorsements: This course was originally commissioned by the Department of Health (DH) and is endorsed by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Immunisation and VaccinationLearn about the practical and legal implications of immunisations and vaccinations, as well as best practice information Endorsements: The course was developed from a paper-based course produced by the Teaching PCT across Tees Valley and County Durham. This course can be undertaken in conjunction with the E-learning for Healthcare Healthy Child Suite of courses.
The infection prevention suite of courses includes the following courses Infection prevention and youEveryone has a role to play in the prevention and control of healthcare-associated infection (HCAI). Learners can explore the effects of healthcare-associated infections, how they are spread and how to help to prevent the spread of infection. Endorsements: This course is part of the infection prevention course which is a nationally endorsed course. It was developed with the University of West London Principles of Infection PreventionThis course provides an opportunity to review in more depth the use of standard infection prevention and control measures in their own occupational setting. It is divided into five healthcare roles that learners can choose from. Endorsements: This course is part of the infection prevention suite of courses which are nationally endorsed. It was developed with the University of West London. Preventing Healthcare Associated Infections Associated with Short-Term Urinary CathetersLearn about short-term urinary catheters (catheters inserted for a period of up to 28 days) and how they should be managed in order to prevent healthcare-associated infection (HCAI) Endorsements: This course is part of the infection prevention suite of courses which are nationally endorsed. It was developed at the Richard Wells Research Centre, part of the University of West London, alongside specialist practitioners in infection control and continence. Preventing Healthcare Associated Infections Associated with Long-term Urinary CathetersExplores catheterisation, with a focus on long-term catheters and how they should be managed in order to prevent healthcare-associated infection (HCAI) Endorsements: This course is part of the infection prevention suite of courses which are nationally endorsed. It was developed at the Richard Wells Research Centre, part of the University of West London, alongside specialist practitioners in infection control and continence. Preventing Healthcare Associated Infections Associated with Vascular Access DevicesLearn how to reduce infection risks associated with using vascular access devices, and understand how these risks arise and how they can be minimised Endorsements: This course is part of the infection prevention suite of courses which are nationally endorsed. It was developed with the University of West London. Information PrescriptionsDevelops an understanding of the considerations and skills needed to issue information prescriptions in the most appropriate way Endorsements: This course was originally commissioned by the Department of Health (DH). Developed and endorsed by NHS Employers. Infusion DeviceSupports health and care staff to gain competence and confidence in using infusion devices, leading to a safer and more efficient way of working for both staff and patients Endorsements: Developed by the National Patient Safety Agency (NPSA) the course is linked to the City and Guilds Certificate in the Safe Use of Infusion Devices, accredited at FE level 3, and endorsed by the NPSA. Manual HandlingThis course defines manual handling and explores associated injuries. It looks at how to avoid injuries through an understanding of how the back works and how good posture will promote a healthy back Endorsements: This course was originally commissioned by the Department of Health (DH) and is endorsed by the National Back Exchange (NBE).
The BOC Medical Gas Safety suite of courses which includes Nurse and Porter Training BOC Medical Gas Safety ' Nurse TrainingTo train the Designated Medical or Nursing Officer to a level of competence that allows the safe and effective management of medical gases at ward/department level Endorsements: BOC developed this course and keep the content of courses and learning outcomes updated and current to meet the needs of DH / NHS guidance, stemming from the DH policy HTM02-01 part B chapter 7. BOC are a BTEC accredited training centre with Edexcel. BOC Medical Gas Safety ' Porter TrainingInformation on potential hazards, risk reduction, and roles and responsibilities for the safe use and handling of medical gases within healthcare Endorsements: BOC developed this course and keep the content of courses and learning outcomes updated and current to meet the needs of DH / NHS guidance, stemming from the DH policy HTM02-01 part B chapter 7. BOC are a BTEC accredited training centre with Edexcel. Mixed MessagesA highly interactive, experience based training product which encourages learners to consider ways of improving their communication skills both with their colleagues and members of the public. Endorsements: The course was written and developed by WalkGrove.
The nutrition suite of courses which includes Dysphagia and Food Nutrition and hydration in health and social science DysphagiaThis module of the Nutrition series provides an understanding of dysphagia, the difficulty that some people have in swallowing food and drink Endorsements: Developed in partnership with the National Patient Safety Agency and commissioned by the Department of Health (DH). Food Nutrition and hydration in Health & Social CareA short blended e-learning course to support the Essence of Care benchmark for Food & Nutrition Endorsements: This course was originally commissioned by the Department of Health (DH) and meets the Essence of Care benchmark for Food & Nutrition. Personalised Care planningDevelop the knowledge and understanding to implement personalised care planning and learn about the process, the journey, and the skills needed to make it a success Endorsements: Developed and endorsed by NHS Employers and the Department of Health (DH) Policy Lead for Long Term Conditions. Public Health AwarenessPublic health is high on the national and international policy agenda. This course looks at opportunities for health and social care staff to promote public health and discusses the reasons for action Endorsements: This course was originally commissioned by the Department of Health and written and developed by the Open University. By studying this course you will have made progress towards meeting factors 1-9 of the Department of Health's 'Essence of Care Benchmarks' for Promoting Health. Understanding Personal Safety and Security AwarenessDevelop an awareness of the risks of providing public help and an understanding of what is available to support you in this effectively and safely Endorsements: This course was originally commissioned by the Department of Health and has been developed by NHS Employers. The NHS Counter Fraud and Security Management Service have endorsed this course. |
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