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Care and First Aid

Health and Social Care

Submitted by admin on 9 February 2012 - 12.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Certificate/Extended Certificate/Diploma - BTEC

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

This course will build on your skills and help prepare you to work in a supervised role competently, safely and effectively with children, the elderly and clients with special needs. In addition, we will help to improve your skills such as communication, respecting equality, diversity and rights. These are a must when working in this challenging but fulfilling career.

Progression 

On successful completion you may progress to:

  • the level 3 health and social care or childcare courses at the College
  • employment in the health and social care sector.

Entry Requirements 

In our experience in order to be successful on this course you will need one of the following:

  • four GCSEs at grades A* - D (including English at grade D)
  • a BTEC foundation diploma
  • an NVQ level 1/technical certificate
  • successful completion of the PLP/Prince's Trust course
  • equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience

and evidence of entry 3 to level 1 mathematics functional ability.

You will be expected to undertake an initial assessment at the time of interview to help determine your operational level of literacy and numeracy. This will be used to help guide you to the most appropriate course. During College induction, Police checking documentation will be completed which will enable you to attend placements. You will require a clean check in order to continue on the course - this will also be discussed at interview.

Duration 

One year

Are there any exams? 

Your assessment will include assignments, coursework and vocational placements.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

This course includes nine modules:

  • communication in health and social care
  • individual needs
  • vocational experience
  • anatomy and physiology
  • ensuring safe environments
  • creative and therapeutic activities
  • human lifespan
  • individual rights
  • impact of diet on health.

You will also complete a Higher Diploma Project.

 

When can I study? 

Full-time

First Aid at Work (Annual Update)

Submitted by psmith on 4 February 2012 - 4.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

College Certificate - Approved by Health & Safety Executive (HSE)

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

The HSE now strongly recommend that all first aiders attend a yearly update course to avoid loss of skills.  This refresher course provides you with the opportunity to do this. 

Over a three hour period you will have use of all training mannequins and facilities to give you the confidence and knowledge to continue to deal with first aid emergencies.

Progression 

Those who complete the course will have their certificates validated with update status.

Entry Requirements 

Candidates will be in possession of either an Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work certificate.

Duration 

Half day (three hours)

Business Benefits 

This short course meets HSE requirements and recommendations and is designed to help first aiders in the workplace to maintain their skills.

Are there any exams? 

During the course there is continual assessment by the instructor.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

This course will provide you with relevant knowledge to enable you to update your skills and continue to be a qualified first aider in the workplace in accordance with regulations 3(2) of the Health and Safety (First Aid) regulations 1981.

The course is based on the three day first aid at work syllabus and includes any updates and changes in accepted first aid protocols.

When can I study? 

Various days, 9.00am - 12.00noon, 1.00pm - 4.00pm

Food Safety

Submitted by rstuart on 2 February 2012 - 10.24 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Award, CIEH (Chartered Institute of Environmental Health)

Level 

Level One

What's it all about? 

This course raises awareness of key food safety issues and provides an introduction to food hygiene. The course is suitable for new employees with minimal or no food safety knowledge.

Progression 

Level 2 Award in Food Safety

Entry Requirements 

There are no specific entry requirements.

Duration 

Three hours

Business Benefits 

Food business operators must ensure that employees are given instruction and training in food hygiene matters to ensure safety of the food provided. This training is particularly relevant for employees:

  • handling low-risk or wrapped food (category A)
  • front of house employees ie waiting staff or check out operators
  • back of house employees ie kitchen staff
  • domicillary staff providing food for people in a care environment

This course can be tailored to meet specific industry requirements.

Are there any exams? 

Yes - multiple choice examination

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

The course covers the basics of food safety and hygiene, how to keep clean and hygienic, how to keep work areas clean, the role an individual plays in minimising risk of contamination and how to identify food safety issues.

When can I study? 

Various half days - 9.00am to 12.00 noon or 1.00pm to 4.00pm

Automated External Defibrillator Training

Submitted by rstuart on 31 January 2012 - 2.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

College Certificate (City College Plymouth is an HSE Approved Centre)

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

Cardiac arrest is the ultimate medical emergency. During this course you will refresh/update your CPR skills and will learn the essential skills required of an AED operator.

AED equipment is very safe and easy to use - all diagnostic decisions are made by the AED machine - the operator simply follows verbal prompts.

Progression 

Those who successfully complete the training will be awarded a certificate which is valid for one year.

Entry Requirements 

Candidates will ideally hold a current first aid certificate.

Duration 

Three hours

Business Benefits 

Cardiac arrest is the ultimate medical emergency and in the UK approximately 30,000 people sustain cardiac arrest outside of a hospital environment, this of course means that people may be called upon at any time to attempt resuscitation on a relative, neighbour, colleague or fellow traveller.

If a defibrillator is used promptly, survival rates as high as 75% have been reported.

The chances of successful defibrillation decline at a rate of about 10% with each minute of delay.

The Resuscitation Council (UK) strongly recommends a policy of attempting defibrillation with the minimum of delay. There is currently no statutory requirement under English law to provide an AED. However, the use of AEDs has been so successful in some locations that the potential liability for not having one available has been questioned. In the USA, airlines have been sued for just this reason. It may be possible that, in the future, a claim could be brought against organisations within the UK that do not equip themselves with AEDs.

Roll On Roll Off? 

No

Are there any exams? 

There is ongoing assessment throughout the course.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

A three-hour session to learn how to use AED equipment correctly and refresh on your CPR skills. 

When can I study? 

Various days, 9.00am to 12.00 noon / 1.00pm to 4.00pm

First Aid at Work Requalification

Submitted by admin on 25 January 2012 - 5.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Certificate - Health & Safety Executive (HSE)

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

This course enables first aiders to refresh their skills and update their knowledge. The course covers all aspects of the First Aid at Work syllabus and ensures that time is given to practical sessions and updates.

Progression 

This qualification will enable you to continue being an occupational first aider within the workplace.

Entry Requirements 

Candidates will need to show that they have successfully completed training for the First Aid at Work course during the previous three years, by producing a current / valid certificate.

Duration 

Two days

Business Benefits 

This qualification will enable you to continue being an occupational first aider within the workplace.

Are there any exams? 

There are 3 practical assessments at the end of the course.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

This course will provide you with relevant knowledge to enable you to update your skills and continue to be a qualified first aider in the workplace in accordance with regulations 3(2) of the Health and Safety (First Aid) regulations 1981.

The course is based on the three day first aid at work syllabus and includes any updates and changes in accepted first aid protocols.

When can I study? 

Various days, 9.00am - 4.00pm

Moving and Handling Techniques in Care Environments

Submitted by admin on 25 January 2012 - 5.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

College Certificate

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

This course aims to develop the knowledge and skills of students in preventing injury to themselves and others when performing moving and handling techniques. Topics will include legislation relating to moving and handling / manual handling, the spine and its vulnerability to injury, ergonomic approach, risk assessment, principles of safe moving and handling, and low-risk moving and handling techniques.

Progression 

The certificate provides an opportunity to gain increased knowledge and skills in safer moving and handling techniques to enhance work practice.

Entry Requirements 

There are no specific entry requirements, however candidates must be physically fit to undertake the practical assessment, and would benefit from a basic understanding of care environments although this is not essential.

Duration 

One day

Business Benefits 

This course includes teaching moving and handling techniques of people in a care environment with the use of commonly used equipment such as slide sheets and handling belts.

Are there any exams? 

Continuous assessment of practical skills and a multiple choice question paper.

Course Content

When can I study? 

Various days, 9.00am - 4.00pm

Food Safety in Catering

Submitted by admin on 25 January 2012 - 5.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH)

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

This qualification will benefit anyone working in a situation where food is prepared, cooked and served.

The course covers all aspects of food safety, hazards to food safety, principles of safe food handling and storage, cleaning, food premises and equipment, and the laws that apply to food businesses and food handlers describing in general the requirements of current regulations.

It is relevant to all catering operations either in a professional environment or the home.

Progression 

This qualification will enable you to progress to higher levels of study and enhance your career opportunities.

Entry Requirements 

There are no specific entry requirements.

Duration 

One day

Business Benefits 

This qualification will benefit anyone working in a situation where food is prepared, cooked and served.

Are there any exams? 

You will be assessed by a multiple choice test on completion of the course.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

The course covers all aspects of food safety, hazards to food safety, principles of safe food handling and storage, cleaning, food premises and equipment, and the laws that apply to food businesses and food handlers describing in general the requirements of current regulations.

It is relevant to all catering operations either in a professional environment or the home.

When can I study? 

Various days, 9.00am - 5.00pm

Emergency First Aid at Work

Submitted by admin on 25 January 2012 - 5.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

College Certificate - Approved by Health & Safety Executive (HSE)

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course is the new Health and Safety Executive (HSE) approved short course.

It has been designed for smaller companies that present few health and safety risks.

This course is ideal for the nominated emergency workplace first aider or any individual requiring a comprehensive one day first aid training course.

 

Progression 

Those who successfully complete the day's training will be awarded a nationally recognised HSE approved certificate which is valid for three years. Please note that there is no requalification course for the EFAW - the initial course is retaken.

Entry Requirements 

There are no specific entry requirements.

Duration 

One day (six hours)

Business Benefits 

The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 require all employers to provide adequate and appropriate equipment, facilities and personnel to enable first aid to be given to employees if they become injured or ill at work.

After undertaking a risk assessment based on the new First Aid at Work Guidelines for Employers from the Health and Safety Executive (effective from 1/10/09) and identifying what type of training, how many and where they should be located, this course is designed to train the first aider who will work in a low risk area where a three day FAW qualification is not deemed necessary.

Are there any exams? 

There is ongoing practical assessment throughout the day.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

The course covers:

  • acting safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency
  • Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • treating an unconscious casualty (including seizure)
  • choking
  • minor wounds and bleeding
  • shock
  • minor injuries
  • minor burns and scalds
  • preventing cross infection, recording incidents and actions and the use of available equipment.

When can I study? 

Various days, 9.00am - 4.00pm

COSHH Assessment

Submitted by rstuart on 25 January 2012 - 5.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

College Certificate

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

This qualification will give you an overview of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessment. It outlines the relevant UK regulations and the employer/employee responsibilities regarding these.

The course will benefit anyone in a variety of work environments as scenarios are tailored to individual workplaces.

Progression 

Progression to other qualifications in health and safety may be possible provided that all the necessary entry requirements are satisfied.

Entry Requirements 

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.

Duration 

One day

Business Benefits 

This qualification will benefit anyone in a work environment. As it provides  an understanding of health and safety and COSHH this will enable employees to contribute to risk assessments.

 

Are there any exams? 

Yes, there are exams. Assessment is ongoing throughout the day with scenarios and a multiple choice test paper at the end of the day.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

At the end of the day you will be able to carry out a COSHH assement by identifing hazardous substances within your workplace, understanding how these can enter the body and by gaining an insight into both the acute and chronic effects of this.

Evaluation of risk, identifying people at risk and control measures are an integral part of the course content.

 

When can I study? 

Various days, 9.00am - 4.00pm
Other Information

Unique Selling Point 

This course will benefit anyone in a variety of work environments as scenarios are tailored to individual workplaces.

Hoist Awareness

Submitted by admin on 25 January 2012 - 5.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

College Certificate

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

This course aims to develop the knowledge and skills of students in preventing injury to themselves and others when performing moving and handling / manual handling techniques involving the use of hoists and slings.

Topics will include the spine and its vulnerability to injury, ergonomic approach, risk assessment, principles of safe moving and handling and low risk moving and handling techniques using hoists and slings with consenting students.

Progression 

The certificate provides an opportunity to gain increased knowledge and skills in safer moving and handling techniques to ensure best practices in the workplace.

Entry Requirements 

You will need to show that you have successfully completed a Moving and Handling Techniques course within the previous 12 months by producing a current/valid certificate.

You must be physically fit to undertake the practical assessment.

Duration 

Half day (three hours)

Business Benefits 

This workshop ensures that your staff are trained in the correct use of a hoist in a care environment.

Are there any exams? 

You will have to undertake a practical and a multiple choice assessment paper.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

Topics will include the spine and its vulnerability to injury, ergonomic approach, risk assessment, principles of safe moving and handling and low risk moving and handling techniques using hoists and slings with consenting students.

When can I study? 

Various half days - 9.00am to 12.00 noon or 1.00pm to 4.00pm

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