Understanding Personal Care Needs – Level 2 (Online)
Cornwall College St Austell - as required
12 weeks
Distance Learning
Course information
As we see an increasingly ageing population, the number of adults needing around-the clock care is on the rise. As well as the need for medical care, there is also a need for high levels of personal care to allow those who need support to live as comfortably as possible. This qualification focuses on developing a person-centred approach to delivering high levels of personal care.
This Level 2 course in Understanding Personal Care Needs, can provide you with the information needed to be able to support those to live as comfortably as possible. This course would be ideal for those who are looking to work in the Health and Social Care.
Learners may be eligible for funding which means the course won’t cost a thing to complete (subject to eligibility). There is a £125 cancellation fee if a learner enrols and fails to complete or withdraws early from the course. This fee is to cover administration costs. We may be able to offer extensions if learners are unable to meet the set submission deadline. Please read the declaration on the enrolment form carefully before signing up
• Supporting personal hygiene
• Understanding foot care for individuals
• Understanding how to support individuals to maintain oral health
• Understanding pressure area care
• Understanding sepsis
Aged 19+ at the beginning of the academic year
Literacy and Numeracy Initial Assessment
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If you are aged 19+, the cost of the course will depend on your circumstances. Detailed information can be found in our Financial Support Section. Financial support for ages 19+ |
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Course Code 13880-OTH-24
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