Award in Safer Moving and Handling of People is Awarded by SafeCert (Awarding Body) and Accredited by SQA. This is a 1 day course(minimum 6 hours) based in the classroom. You will also require the use of bed, preferable profiling bed, patient mobility hoist as well as other patient handling equipment such as sliding sheets, banana boards, turning discs etc appropriate to the criteria for the award.This qualification is made up of one mandatory unitUnit 1: Safer Moving and Handling of People Principles and PracticeCourse ContentThis award gives a great induction in the Level 5 Award in Safer Moving and...

REHIS Elementary Health and SafetyAimTo reduce accidents at work by raising awareness of key Health and Safety issues when entering the workplace.Who is it for?The course is designed for candidates entering the workplace with little or no understanding of Health & Safety, this qualification also allows candidates to progress onto the CSCS test (green labourers card) to progress into employment within the construction industry.ContentThis practical course gives a general introduction to Health and Safety issues, and the precise meaning of terms commonly used in this area – e.g. Hazard, Risk, Safe, Accident, Competent Person and Dangerous Occurrence; and looks specifically...

REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland (REHIS)Course SummaryThis course is for those who are currently employed or seeking employment in the hospitality/catering industry, whether professionally or on a voluntary basis.This course is designed to equip learners with a keen understanding of safe, healthy food handling and preparation.The course covers all aspects of food hygiene from delivery at your premises to preparation and storage. Personal hygiene, correct refrigeration temperatures, correct cooking temperatures and appropriate storage facilities are amongst the topics covered. Course Topics:Introduction to food hygiene-Food spoiling-Incidence of food poisoning and its prevention-Personal hygiene-Working environment-Cleaning practices-Common...

SQA Paediatric First Aid SCQF Level 6 Unit 1 Title: Paediatric Emergency First AidUnit 2 Title: Managing Paediatric Illness and Injury.DESCRIPTIONPaediatric First Aid Course. This Paediatric First Aid Course has been developed for those who are working with children and infants. It will be of particular interest to teachers, child minders, crèche assistants, playgroup personnel and anyone else who has a responsibility for their welfare whilst in your care. It is ideal for individuals who are responsible for children and infants, who wish to gain a nationally accredited Level 5 Award.This two-day course on Paediatric First Aid satisfies the guidelines...

Customer Service Principles and Practices Course duration 6 hours (1 day) Who does the qualification suit? There is a wide target group for this award as it is not only suitable for those who already deal with customers and wish to enhance their skills and knowledge in providing professional customer service, but also those who are interested in becoming involved in dealing with customers.Customer Service1Employment OpportunitiesLearners achieving the Award in Customer Service: Principles and Practices at SCQF level 5 should have enhanced their customer service skills and knowledge and be able to apply these to a real situation. Thus they...

This is a mandatory qualification for people applying to become a personal licence holder. This would benefit those with supervisory responsibilities in licensed premises.•No entrance requirements. Suitable for both on and off-licence candidates•1 day course with pre-course and follow up home study•Course content is specified by the Scottish Government and covers an introduction to licensing, responsible operation of licensed premises and the effect of irresponsible operation on society and health.•40 question multiple choice assessment completed at the end of the training session, awarded and accredited by Scottish Qualifications Authority for the purposes of the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005•Not suitable for...

Course Outline This one-day SQA Emergency Paediatric First Aid course has been designed for those who have an interest in child and infant basic life support. If you have a professional interest i.e. ◾Nursery and pre-school workers ◾Nannies and au pairs ◾Child-minders ◾Sport and leisure staff ◾Crèche leader and anyone responsible for the welfare of childrenPaediatrics is the branch of medicine that deals with the medical care of infants, children and adolescents from birth to 18 years of age.Emergency Paediatric First Aid at SCQF level 6 is an accredited work-based qualification which will equip individuals with the skills...

REHIS Elementary Health and SafetyAimTo reduce accidents at work by raising staff awareness of key Health and Safety issues in the workplace, and focus on staff and clients’ welfare and safety.Who is it for?The course is designed to address the employers’ responsibilities for the welfare and safety of all employees, as well as the employees’ responsibility to both themselves and others.ContentThis practical course gives a general introduction to Health and Safety issues, and the precise meaning of terms commonly used in this area – e.g. Hazard, Risk, Safe, Accident, Competent Person and Dangerous Occurrence; and looks specifically at Health and...

Course Outline This one-day SQA Emergency Paediatric First Aid course has been designed for those who have an interest in child and infant basic life support. If you have a professional interest i.e. ◾Nursery and pre-school workers ◾Nannies and au pairs ◾Child-minders ◾Sport and leisure staff ◾Crèche leader and anyone responsible for the welfare of childrenPaediatrics is the branch of medicine that deals with the medical care of infants, children and adolescents from birth to 18 years of age.Emergency Paediatric First Aid at SCQF level 6 is an accredited work-based qualification which will equip individuals with the skills...

The Level 2 Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Social Services and Healthcare at SCQF level 6 allows candidates to demonstrate competence in job related skills in their particular area of work. This qualification has been designed in partnership with the Sector Skills Council, Skills for Care and Development to ensure relevance to the sector.SVQs are based on National Occupational Standards. SQA works in partnership with other organisations to ensure that National Occupational Standards (NOS) are relevant to the current and future needs of Scottish industries.The target audience for the SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare are people who are...