Helping you to understand and control risk in the workplace.Approximately 25 million working days are lost each year due to work-related illness or workplace injury. Within that, a staggering number are a result of work-related incidents which could have easily been avoided. This short, auto-marked programme will give you the knowledge you need to understand those risks and how to control and act upon any likely hazards present in your place of work. What you will experience This course is split into manageable sections. These are: Section 1: The importance of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) risk assessments...

Explore Asperger’s Syndrome and how it can affect the way people think and behave.This e-learning course is ideal for those working within the health and social care sector, and would also be of interest to teachers, parents and community support staff. It covers common difficulties that people with this condition experience, and will look at various coping techniques. On successful completion of the course, you will be able to apply the knowledge and understanding you have developed over the duration of the course in your support of those with Asperger’s. What you will experience The course is broken down into...

Explore Autism and how it can affect the way people think and behave.This e-learning course is ideal for people working within the health and social care sector, and would also be of interest to teachers, parents and community support staff. It explains what Autism Spectrum conditions are and the impact they have on people, whilst describing the triad of impairments as identified by Dr Leo Kanner. What you will experience The course is broken down into four easy steps – an introduction and three study units: What are the conditions of Autism? Characteristics of autism and providing support Legal protection...

Increasing awareness of cerebral palsy, its causes, effects and related health issues.This e-learning course is broken down into four easy-to-follow units – an introduction and three study units. The course aims to increase awareness about cerebral palsy, its causes, effects and related health issues. By gaining a good understanding of the condition, learners will be better able to provide the kind of help and support that the people in their care need. What you will experience Unit 1: In the first Unit you will receive an introduction to the course. Unit 2: This Unit identifies the different types of cerebral...

Helping learners to understand this condition and provide adequate care and support to those who need it.This e-learning course is broken down into three easy-to-follow units – an introduction and two study units. It aims to raise awareness about diabetes types one and two, the symptoms, causes and the treatments available. The course will help learners to understand the implications of having the condition and therefore enable them to provide the people in their care with the support and guidance they need. What you will experience Unit 1: You will receive an introduction to the course. Unit 2: Helps learners...

Explore Down’s Syndrome and how it can affect the way people think and behave.This short e-learning course is perfect for continuing professional development, and is ideal for those working within the health and social care sector, as well as teachers, parents and community support staff. The course examines how Down’s Syndrome can affect individuals in terms of health (in both the short and long term) as well as their general safety and ability to communicate. The course also considers how to help people overcome some of these difficulties, whilst examining how integration into the community and employment possibilities can help...

Develop your understanding of learning disabilities and mental health, and learn how to provide effective support.This e-learning course is broken down into four easy-to-follow units – an introduction and three study units. Using examples and interviews, it will provide learners with a better understanding of why people with learning disabilities may suffer from mental health issues and the signs to look out for. It emphasises the differences between the two conditions and explains some of the treatment options available for those who are suffering from mental ill health. What you will experience Unit 1: You will receive an introduction to...

This short course offers an excellent overview of the relationship between the menopause and mental health.For around 20% of women there can be severe physical and psychological symptoms arising from the hormonal changes associated with the menopause. Night sweats and mood swings and aches and pains are some of the common ones, but there are often complex issues that require medical intervention. What you will experience The course is broken down into 2 bite-sized units with the following titles: • Introduction to the Menopause
• Treatment and Control You will cover • Common symptoms and guidance on how...

An introduction into working with those who have learning disabilities.This online course is broken down into four easy-to-follow units, comprising of an introductory unit and three study units. Using case studies and interviews, it will provide learners with a better understanding of the rights of people with learning disabilities as well as how attitudes to their support have changed. The course highlights some of the issues that affect people with learning disabilities, for example in relation to communication, and will enable learners to help the people they support to tackle some of these issues should they arise. What you will...

Helping you to understand the impact and key issues surrounding anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions.Almost one in five adults living in the UK experiences some form of anxiety of depression. This number could possibly be higher, but many people are embarrassed to come forward due to society’s lack of understanding when it comes to the seriousness of anxiety and depression. This short but highly informative auto-marked programme will give you the knowledge you need to understand the impact and key issues surrounding anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions. It can be completed online in your own time...