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Adult Social Care

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The Adult Social Care Training course provides a comprehensive foundation for those aiming to work in the UK’s health and social care sector. This course is perfect for individuals aspiring to become social care workers or carers, focusing on essential skills such as safeguarding vulnerable adults, communication in care, mental health support, and effective caregiving across different life stages. It addresses key areas like domiciliary care, health and safety responsibilities, infection control, and medication management, ensuring you are well-prepared for the challenges of adult social care.

In this training, you’ll explore crucial aspects such as safeguarding legislations, the role of effective communication in caregiving, and essential adult care practices. Special emphasis is placed on safeguarding policies and the rights of vulnerable individuals. The course covers infection prevention, hygiene, pain management, mobility issues, and nutrition to ensure comprehensive care delivery. You’ll also gain insights into end-of-life care and mental health care support, making this training highly relevant for those working in social care or adult nursing roles.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand adult care stages and their importance in caregiving.
  • Master effective communication for delivering quality care.
  • Learn safeguarding practices to protect vulnerable individuals.
  • Understand mental health support and provide appropriate care.
  • Gain knowledge of medication management in adult care.
  • Understand health and safety standards in domiciliary care.
  • Explore principles of end-of-life care and provide support.

Why Enrol in This Course:

Enrolling in this Adult Social Care Training will equip you with the essential knowledge needed to thrive in various care environments. This course is aligned with industry standards, providing a pathway to roles in adult nursing, social care, and domiciliary care in the UK.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for:

  • Individuals working or seeking to work in adult care or social care roles.
  • Professionals looking to gain formal qualifications in the social care sector.
  • Carers wishing to enhance their knowledge in health, safety, and adult nursing.

Entry Requirements:

There are no formal entry requirements. This course is suitable for:

  • Aspiring carers or social workers.
  • Current care workers wanting to advance their careers with a recognised qualification.

Assessment Method:

Learners will be assessed through a multiple-choice exam, requiring a passing score of 60%. Reflective assignments are available to deepen your understanding, with feedback provided by expert tutors.

Certification:

Upon successfully completing the course and passing the final exam, you will receive a CPD Accredited Certificate from Apex Learning. You can download the certificate in PDF format for £9.99 or request a hard copy for £14.99. This qualification demonstrates your skills and commitment to professional development in nursing and social care.

Career Path:

  • Adult Social Care Manager: Oversee care teams and ensure quality service delivery in various care settings. Salary: £30,000–£40,000.
  • Senior Care Worker: Lead care efforts and support vulnerable individuals in residential or domiciliary settings. Salary: £22,000–£28,000.
  • Domiciliary Care Worker: Provide in-home care for adults needing daily support and assistance. Salary: £18,000–£24,000.
  • Safeguarding Officer: Ensure vulnerable adults’ protection by managing risk and safeguarding measures. Salary: £32,000–£45,000.
  • Mental Health Support Worker: Provide care for individuals with mental health conditions in care facilities. Salary: £19,000–£26,000.

Course Curriculum

  • 1 section
  • 25 lectures
  • 9 hours, 34 minutes total length
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  • video Module 01: Adult Care in Different Life Stages
    00:16:00
  • video Module 02: Working with Adults
    00:30:00
  • video Module 03: Introduction to Domiciliary Care
    00:15:00
  • video Module 04: Health and Safety for Domiciliary Carers
    00:33:00
  • video Module 05: CSTF Infection Prevention and Control
    00:37:00
  • video Module 06: CSTF Resuscitation – Basic Life Support
    00:24:00
  • video Module 07: Medication Management and Administration
    00:18:00
  • video Module 08: Mental Health Care
    00:23:00
  • video Module 09: Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults
    00:15:00
  • video Module 10: Safeguarding Legislations
    00:25:00
  • video Module 11: Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policy, Roles and Responsibilities
    00:23:00
  • video Module 12: Importance of Communication in Care
    00:20:00
  • video Module 13: Sharing Information and Responding to a Disclosure
    00:20:00
  • video Module 14: Reporting Your Concern
    00:17:00
  • video Module 15: Adult Nursing
    00:15:00
  • video Module 16: Health and Safety
    00:45:00
  • video Module 17: Hygiene
    00:28:00
  • video Module 18: Rest and Sleep Management
    00:17:00
  • video Module 19: Mobility and Immobility Issues of Patients
    00:15:00
  • video Module 20: Pain Management
    00:22:00
  • video Module 21: Nutrition
    00:23:00
  • video Module 22: Assisting with Elimination
    00:28:00
  • video Module 23: Oxygenation
    00:28:00
  • video Module 24: Introduction to End of Life Care
    00:18:00
  • video Module 25: Health and Social Care
    00:19:00

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This course includes:

  • Duration:
    9 hours, 34 minutes
  • Access:
    1 year access
  • Units:
    25
  • Level:
    Intermediate
  • CPD Points:
    10
  • Certificate:
    Yes