Anaphylaxis/ Allergy Wise
Anaphylaxis is an extreme and severe allergic reaction. The whole body is affected, often within minutes of exposure to the substance which causes the allergic reaction (allergen) but sometimes after hours.
- Symptoms and what to do in an emergency
- Medication and specialist care
- Allergy management and lifestyle tips
Autism – an Introduction to Autistic Spectrum
Autism is a ‘spectrum condition’, which means that, while all people with autism share certain difficulties, their condition will affect them in different ways.
- Identifying autism:
- What is autism?
- Theory of mind
- How our understanding of autism has evolved – history
- The triad/dyad of impairments
- Sensory processing in autism
- What are the causes of autism?
- Current approaches to autism:
- The Autistic perspective
Basic Life Support and AED ½ day
For all of our First Aid Courses, candidates must be physically able to carry out the procedures detailed in the course outline and must attend the full session to be eligible for assessment.
A cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time. A person’s chance of survival falls by about 10%* for each minute that passes without defibrillation. The risk of death can be reduced if you have a defibrillator available and know how to use it.
This course includes Basic Life Support training and the use of AED machine.This course is certificated for 3 years
Suitable for people 18 years and over who do not have a current first aid certificate.
- The role of the first aider
- Managing an emergency
- Communication and casualty care
- Chest pains
- Getting to know the AED (any type)
- Operating the AED
- Treatment of an unconscious casualty
- Resuscitation (CPR)
Behaviours which ‘challenge’ others
‘Challenging behaviour’ is how we talk about a range of behaviours which some people may display to get their needs met. The aim of this course is to consider how staff can work with people who may be aggressive or violent; and how to manage this behaviour.
- What are behaviours/challenging behaviours
- The types of challenging behaviour
- The nature of the problem and solutions to be avoided
- Why does it occur and what is it saying?
- Promoting and managing non-challenging behaviours
- Different approaches
- Ways of being positive
- Avoidance of ‘escalators’
Bipolar Disorder
It is important that learners understanding the causes and effects of bipolar disorder and attitudes towards it.
- What is Bipolar Disorder?
- Causes and effects (psychological, physical and mental)
- Symptoms, characteristics and diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder
- Dealing with Bipolar Disorder long term
- Attitudes and stigma regarding Bipolar Disorder
- Negative connections such as self-harm, suicide, drug and alcohol abuse and anxiety
- Treatment options, such as medication, lifestyle changes and therapy
- Understanding of depression and mania
COSHH
COSHH stands for ‘Control of Substances Hazardous to Health’ and under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002, employers need to either prevent or reduce their workers’ exposure to substances that are hazardous to their health.
- An understanding of how and which substances can harm health
- Knowledge and definitions of exposure limits
- Skills to understand exposure and to conduct COSHH risk assessments
- A greater understanding of practical control measures and safe systems of work
Dementia Awareness
Dementia can be a seriously debilitating illness, so having an awareness of it is important. It enables us to better understand those suffering from symptoms of dementia and how we can improve their lives and the lives of those close to them.
- What is meant by the term ‘dementia’
- Be aware of the types of dementia
- Know the common symptoms of dementia
- Understand why early diagnosis is important in relation to dementia
- Understand how dementia is diagnosed
- Understand the progression of dementia
- Understand the importance of person centred approaches to care
- Understand what it may be like to have dementia
Down’s syndrome
Gives learners a basic awareness of how Down’s syndrome is caused, its effects, and the issues regarding the care of people affected
- What Down’s syndrome is and how it occurs
- The difference the disorder causes
- Issues relating to physical health care
- Issues relating to mental health care
- Dementia and Down’s syndrome
- How we can assist someone with Down’s syndrome
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