Diploma in Caregiving

Diploma in Caregiving

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Module 1: The Fundamentals of Caregiving
Upon finishing this module, you will have the ability to: Articulate the duties and obligations of a caregiver. Outline the diverse legal considerations that caregivers should understand when collaborating with clients. Cultivate the skills essential for effective communication with all members of the care service team. Acquire an understanding of how to communicate with individuals possessing different disabilities. Deliberate on the appropriate etiquette when providing care to a client who uses a wheelchair.

  • The Carer Environment
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  • Care Service Teams
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  • Service Team Duties
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  • Training and Standards
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  • STANDARDS OF CARE
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  • Principles of Care
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  • THE RIGHTS OF CLIENTS
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  • Care of the Elderly
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  • The Treatment of People with Disabilities
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  • Legal Issues for Carers
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  • Professional Standards
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  • The Rights and Choices of Clients
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  • The Rights of the Carer
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  • Confidentiality and Trust
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  • Privacy Rights
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  • Reporting Abuse
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  • Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication
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  • Assertive Communication
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  • Awareness of Attitudes
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  • Barriers to Communication
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  • Developing Communication Techniques
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  • Respect and Conflict Management
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  • Sensory Impairments
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  • Cognitive Impairments
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  • Guide to Wheelchair Etiquette A.
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  • Guide to Wheelchair Etiquette B.
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  • Module 1 Summary
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Module 2: Fundamental Skills in Caregiving
Learning Outcomes: After completing this module, you will be able to: Outline the causes and effects of stress and identify the most efficient ways of preventing and managing it. Develop time management and organizational skills essential for providing efficient care to clients. Define the importance of good body mechanics when performing lifts to ensure the safety of both the carer and the client. Discuss the critical role that observing, reporting, and documenting play in the provision of care, maintaining accurate records for client well-being. Explain the significance of cultural awareness for carers in understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and preferences.

Module 3: Infections, Nutrition & Food Safety
Upon completing this module, you will have the ability to: Define the symptoms of various illnesses and articulate strategies for their prevention and treatment. Discuss the universal precautions that care workers must adhere to when working with clients. Explain the significance of ensuring clients receive adequate nutrition and hydration. Develop the skills to prepare meals tailored to clients with specific dietary requirements. Recognize and prevent all types of foodborne illnesses.

Module 4: Emergencies, Falls & Fire Safety
Learning Outcomes After completing this module you will be able to: List the actions that should be taken in an emergency with a client. Call for emergency assistance in a calm and professional manner. Explain the symptoms and treatment methods of a range of medical emergencies including: seizures, strokes and anaphylactic shock. Develop the ability to prepare meals for clients with special dietary requirements. Summarise how to react if a client suffers a fall when in your care. Outline how to react in case of a fire and how to operate a fire extinguisher.

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