Description
This online course covers the practical, legal, and ethical aspects of caregiving, including assisting loved ones and clients with meals, personal care, transportation, and other physical and emotional needs. You will learn how to deal with dementia, manage the impact of age, disease, and injury, and provide comfort to those in need.
The course begins by introducing you to the roles and responsibilities of caregivers. You will study the legal and ethical issues involved in caregiving, learn how to communicate with individuals with disabilities and cover stress management, body mechanics, and organisational skills. You will also know the purpose of observing, reporting, and documenting the condition of those in your care and the importance of cultural awareness and competency to create a respectful work environment.
The course also examines various ailments and illnesses you may encounter and describes their treatment and prevention. You will learn about dementia disease, and how to cope with these conditions sensitively. You will also learn how to work with patients’ families. The course then studies end-of-life care, the emotional impact of disease and traumatic injuries, and the steps involved in preparing for a patient’s death.
Caring for the aged and people suffering from physical and emotional disabilities requires compassion and understanding. This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to provide effective care to any client or family member in your charge, including the ability to deal with emergencies calmly. Whether you intend to look after a loved one yourself or want to become a professional caregiver, this course will help you take care of those who need it most.
Key Features of Diploma in Caregiving :
Our trusted, high quality and affordable Diploma in Caregiving trains individuals to become experts in their field.
Accredited by CPD
Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day
Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
Developed by qualified professionals
Assignment & Quiz
Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
24/7 Learning Assistance
Closed Caption Document & Interpretive Information Included (Multilanguage)
Related regulations & prerequisites added
Discounts on bulk purchases
Learning Outcomes
Apply the principles and practices of caregiving to provide professional care to clients or family members.
Understand the legal and ethical issues involved in caregiving.
Communicate effectively with individuals with disabilities and their families.
Manage the impact of age, disease, and injury on clients.
Provide comfort and support to clients and their families.
Who should take the course
The course is for anyone who wants to learn how to provide effective care to clients or family members. This includes:
People who are interested in pursuing a career as a professional caregiver
People who are caring for a loved one at home
Volunteers who work with people in need
Anyone who wants to learn more about the caregiving process
Certification
Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99). All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.
Accreditation
All of our courses, including this Diploma in Caregiving, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
Curriculum
Module 1: Adult Care in Different Life Stages
Module 2: Working with Adults
Module 3: Introduction to Domiciliary Care
Module 4: Health and Safety for Domiciliary Carers
Module 5: CSTF Infection Prevention and Control
Module 6: CSTF Resuscitation – Basic Life Support
Module 7: Medication Management and Administration
Module 8: Mental Health Care
Module 9: Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults
Module 10: Safeguarding Legislations
Module 11: Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policy, Roles and Responsibilities
Module 12: Importance of Communication in Care
Module 13: Sharing Information and Responding to a Disclosure
Module 14: Reporting Your Concern
Module 15: Adult Nursing
Module 16: Health and Safety
Module 17: Hygiene
Module 18: Rest and Sleep Management
Module 19: Mobility and Immobility Issues of Patients
Module 20: Pain Management
Module 21: Nutrition
Module 22: Assisting with Elimination
Module 23: Oxygenation
Module 24: Introduction to End of Life Care
Module 25: Health and Social Care
Module 26 : Principles, Theories, and Values of Person-Centred Care
Module 27: Complexities of Consent
Module 28: Caregiving for Dementia
Module 29: How Care Environments can Promote and Undermine People’s Dignity and Rights
