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Care and First Aid

Moving and Handling Techniques in Care Environments

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

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Health and Social Care

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Certificate/Subsidiary Diploma/Diploma/Extended Diploma- BTEC

Level 

Level Three

What's it all about? 

Equivalent to three A levels, our course has been created to give you a broad understanding of the health and social care sector in a very practical way. By asking you to work on small research projects and your own work placement, you will apply your technical knowledge to realistic work situations.

Progression 

On successful completion you may progress to:

  • foundation degrees in forensic science, public services or sports therapy at the College
  • NVQs in care
  • a HNC in a health related subject
  • a degree in a health and social care related subject
  • further training with employment.

Entry Requirements 

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

  • five GCSEs at grades A*-C (including English)
  • an intermediate GNVQ
  • a BTEC first diploma (merit and distinction unit achievement) • an NVQ Level 2/technical certificate
  • equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

You must provide evidence of level 1 -2 mathematics functional ability.

Level 2 qualifications need to have been achieved at merit or above.

You will be expected to undertake an initial assessment to help determine their operational level of literacy and numeracy, this will be used to help guide learners to the most appropriate course. During College induction, CRB Disclosure documentation will be completed which will enable you to attend placements.  You will require a clear police check to continue on the course.  This will also be discussed at interview.

Duration 

Two years

Are there any exams? 

Your work will be assessed through assignments, coursework and work placement competence.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

This course has been developed to provide a broad educational basis for further training, further education or direct employment within the health and social care sector. The qualification has been designed to be delivered in a work-related context to give you technical knowledge, skills and understanding of the subject at an advanced level.

The core units of study include:

  • development through life stages
  • developing effective communication
  • equality, diversity and rights
  • physiology and anatomy
  • health, safety and security
  • personal and professional development
  • sociological perspectives
  • psychological perspectives.

When can I study? 

Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm

First Aid at Work

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

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

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

This intensive course is appropriate for those who have to administer first aid in the workplace. People at work can suffer injuries or fall ill. You will need to make sure they receive immediate attention and that, in serious cases, qualified help is summoned. Through a mixture of background theory and hands on practice you will learn the arrangements you need to do to save lives and prevent minor injuries becoming major ones.

Please Note - some courses are run on consecutive days. However we are aware that some employers find it difficult to release employees for three days in one week, so for your convenience certain courses are run over a three week period. Please contact us for exact course dates and to discuss your requirements.

Progression 

This is an essential qualification for those wishing to be the occupational first aider.

Entry Requirements 

There are no specific entry requirements.

Duration 

Three days (eighteen hours)

Business Benefits 

By undertaking this course successfully, your employee will become a qualified occupational first aider.  This is an essential qualification for those wishing to become an occupational first aider.

Please Note - some courses are run on consecutive days. However we are aware that some employers find it difficult to release employees for three days in one week, so for your convenience certain courses are run over a three week period. Please contact us for exact course dates and to discuss your requirements.

Are there any exams? 

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

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

During this three day course you will learn all aspects of basic life support.

The following subjects are covered:

  • what to do in an emergency
  • resuscitation
  • managing someone who is unconscious
  • controlling bleeding
  • treating burns and scalds
  • treating injuries to bones, muscles and joints
  • treating minor injuries
  • treating eye injuries
  • poisons
  • recognising and treating various illness
  • communication, care and use of first aid equipment
  • legal framework and first aid provision
  • and personal hygiene and safety.

When can I study? 

Various days,9.00am - 4.00pm

Food Safety in Catering

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

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

First Aid at Work (Annual Update)

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

Automated External Defibrillator Training

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

Safer Handling of Medicines

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

College Certificate

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

This course is aimed at healthcare workers and individuals who are responsible for guiding and supporting others in the handling and administration of their medication.

The course will give you the knowledge, understanding and the skills needed to carry out this important work related support role.

Progression 

On completion you may use your attendance of this course to enhance employment prospects, or as a progression route to higher level qualificationa in this area.

Entry Requirements 

There are no specific entry requirements for this award.

Duration 

One day

Business Benefits 

This short course is suitable for health and social care staff, auxiliaries, care workers and healthcare assistants.

Are there any exams? 

There will be ongoing assessment throughout the session with short answer quiz papers and practical scenarios.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

On completion of this course learners will be able to:

  • state what a medicine is
  • have awareness of current relevant legislation
  • know the importance of working to workplace policies
  • safely administer medicines
  • keep accurate records
  • store medicines safely
  • undertake risk assessment
  • take correct action if a medicine is refused
  • take correct action if an error is made
  • outline awareness of possible side effects of medicines
  • state various administration routes for medicines
  • explain the different packaging and medication compliance devices
  • explain the importance of infection control procedures.

When can I study? 

Various days, 9.00am - 4.00pm

Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Award, Level - City & Guilds

Level 

Level One

What's it all about? 

This course is for anyone who is starting out in a career, or wants to develop the skills and knowledge required for working in the adult health and social care sector.

Progression 

On successful completion of this course, you may progress to the Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care offered at the College.

Entry Requirements 

There are no formal entry requirements but you will be required to attend an information/induction session.

Duration 

Eight weeks

Business Benefits 

This will benefit any employers who have staff new to the area of health and social care prior to taking a level 2 qualification.

Run On Demand? 

Yes

Roll On Roll Off? 

Yes

Are there any exams? 

There are no formal exams but there are five assignments to complete.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

The course is made up of five mandatory units:

  • introduction to the adult social care sector
  • introduction to the values and principles of adult social care
  • awareness of the skills and attitudes needed to work in adult social care
  • awareness of communication in adult social care
  • awareness of the role and responsibilities of the adult social care worker.

 

When can I study? 

9.00am - 3.30pm, one day per week - various days

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