Learning Outcomes

What is Dementia?

Defining Alzheimer's Disease

The Philosophy of Dementia Care

Working With Families, Friends, and Care Partners

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will learn what dementia is and how it may affect memory, behaviour, and daily life. You will explore common types of dementia and learn why symptoms and support needs vary from person to person. The module also introduces person-centred dementia care, carer wellbeing and respectful ways to work with family and care partners.

Communicating With People Living With Dementia

Assistive Technologies in Dementia Care

Understanding Behaviour That May Challenge Care

Psychosocial Approaches in Dementia Care

In this module, you will learn practical ways to support people living with dementia. The module covers communicating with people living with dementia, working with colleagues and the care team, understanding behaviour that may challenge care, approaches to reduce distress, and planning meaningful activities.

Caregiving Skills - Dementia Care - Assessment

This free-to-learn course is accredited by Alzheimer's Disease International (ADI) and CPD-certified.

Caregiving Skills - Dementia Care

This caregiving course teaches the fundamentals of dementia care. You’ll learn what dementia is, how it affects memory and thinking, and how it relates to Alzheimer’s disease. The course covers common symptoms, treatment approaches, practical care strategies, meaningful activities, and the philosophy of care for compassionate caregiving. This course was reviewed and approved by subject matter expert Monica Woodward-Luberto, a Registered Nurse.

Human Body: Heart, Lungs, Brain & Nervous System

Human Body: Skin & Bones

Human Body: Stomach, Intestines, Kidneys & Bladder

Human Body: Immune System, Diabetes & Senses

In this module you will learn about How Ageing Effects The Body and it covers topics such as  Human Body (Heart, Lungs, Brain and Nervous System); Human Body (Skin and Bones); Human Body (Stomach, Intestines, Kidneys and Bladder); Human Body (Immune System, Diabetes and Senses).

Spinal Cord Injuries & Paralysis

Traumatic Brain Injuries & Strokes

Emotional Impact of Disease & Traumatic Injuries

Preparing for Death

In this module you will learn about Traumatic Injuries & Preparing For Death; and it covers topics such as Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis; Traumatic Brain Injuries and Strokes; Emotional Impact of Disease and Traumatic Injuries; Preparing for Death.

Elderly Care and Caring for the Disabled - End of Course Assessment

In this course learn how to treat people suffering from various mental and physical health conditions, as a result of ageing and traumatic injuries.

Elderly Care and Caring for the Disabled

Alison's free online Elderly Care course will teach you how to treat people suffering from various mental and physical health conditions. Caregivers are highly valued and in-demand professionals who make a big difference to the health organizations they work for. With this short course, you will be able to acquire the essential skills and concepts that will take your caregiving career to the next level.

Roles and Responsibilities of Carers

Legal and Ethical Issues in Caregiving

Caregiving and Communication

Communicating with Individuals with Disabilities

In this module you will learn about the Roles and Responsibilities of Carers; and it covers topics such as Legal and Ethical Issues in Caregiving; Communications and the Caregiving Process; Communicating with Individuals with Disabilities.

Stress Management and Organizational Skills

Observing, Reporting and Documenting

Cultural Differences and Caregiving

In this module you will learn about Stress Management and Organizational Skills;  and it covers topics such as Observing, Reporting and Documenting; Cultural Differences and Caregiving.

Introduction to Caregiving - End of Course Assessment

Learn about caregiving skills including legal and ethical responsibilities, and working as part of a team.

Introduction to Caregiving

This free online Caregiver training course will give you an understanding of the basics of caregiving, including legal and ethical responsibilities and working as part of a team. Caregivers are highly valued and in-demand professionals who make a big difference to the health organizations they work for. This course will give you a full run-through of these essential concepts so that you can give your caregiving career a real boost today.

Food Safety and Food Hygiene

Food-borne Illness

Keeping Bacteria at Bay

In this topic, you will learn about food safety and food hygiene including how food contamination and spoilage occurs, ways to prevent food contamination, and the responsibilities of food handlers.

HACCP

Food Safety Hazards and Contamination

Controlling Bacterial Growth

Controlling Bacteria

In this module, you will learn about HACCP including its 7 principles. You will also learn about effective ways to control the growth of bacteria and how to avoid food spoilage.

Food Safety and Hygiene in the Catering Industry - Assessment

Learn about proper food preparation, storage, and hygiene practices with this food safety training course.

Food Safety and Hygiene in the Catering Industry

This free online Food Safety and Hygiene course will teach you standard food safety guidelines for the catering industry. Soiled and contaminated foods are not just unpleasant to eat, but can cause serious injury and illness. Having a good command of food safety and hygiene techniques is essential for any food industry professional. This course will teach you how to prevent spoilage and control disease spread during the food handling process.

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