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Care Skills EDI Certificate

 Location Nationwide - home study Sector Social Care Course Type Learn at Home Requirements None Introduction This course will help you develop the skills needed for a successful career in the care sector - whether or not you're already working in the care industry. You'll gain an understanding of the various skills needed to be effective in a nursing or residential home position, and learn about the GSCC Code of Practice for Social Care Workers and the responsibilities of the care worker. Topics Covered You will cover a wide range of areas such as first aid, risk assessment and security in the workplace, effective communication, personal hygiene and nutritional needs:
  • Developing communication skills
  • Barriers to communication
  • Listening skills and observation
  • Non-verbal communication
  • Questioning techniques
  • Privacy and dignity
  • Assisting with personal hygiene functions
  • Safety issues
  • What is elimination?
  • Assisting with eating and drinking
  • Monitoring intake
  • Nutrition
  • Risk assessment
  • Incontinence
  • High risk people
  • Wound assessment
  • Practical caring skills
  • Aids to relieve pressure
  • Potential effects
  • Medication
  • Infection
 Career Progression While no formal qualifications are required to apply for care worker jobs, a recognised qualification will significantly enhance your employability by demonstrating commitment and self-motivation to potential employers.

With the Care Skills course you will be able to start as a care worker with a salary of up to £11,987* per annum (*Source: www.payscale.com, May 2011).

Care workers improve the lives of vulnerable people including children, the elderly, people with disabilities and families. You will work with clients on a weekly or daily basis assisting in practical activities such as going to the shops or helping with household chores. You may also liaise with people from other departments on their behalf, such as social services, housing officers and GPs

Note: Correct professional experience is vital to attain these roles Awarding Body Upon successful completion of this course you will gain an EDI Level 1 Certificate in Care Skills. EDI are one of the largest accredited awarding bodies in the UK vocational sector. The National Qualifications Framework (NQF) outlines that Level 1 qualifications recognise the ability for a student to gain good knowledge and understanding of a subject area of work or study, and to perform varied tasks with some guidance or supervision. Learning at this level involves building knowledge and/or skills in relation to an area of work or a subject area and is appropriate for many job roles.
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