Course Details

Master the art of providing exceptional care with our Personal Care Needs qualification. Gain the skills and knowledge to thrive in rewarding health and social care careers. This qualification equips you with the essential skills to support individuals in various care settings. Gain an understanding of communication, promoting well-being, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring safety and hygiene. The course explores key areas like: • Introduction to person-centred care, communication skills, promoting independence, and meeting individual needs. • Understanding health and safety in a care setting, infection prevention and control, supporting mobility and personal hygiene. • Promoting healthy eating and hydration, supporting medication, skin care and continence care. • Recognising and responding to physical and emotional needs, cultural sensitivity and supporting people with disabilities. • End of life care, safeguarding individuals, working effectively as part of a care team, and career opportunities in health and social care. Who should join this course? This course is ideal for: • Individuals seeking a career change in health and social care. • Those wanting to develop their skills to better support family members or friends in need of care. • Anyone passionate about helping others and making a positive impact on their lives. Entry Requirements Previous level 1 maths and English achievement or demonstrating the ability to work at these levels is recommended. Progression Opportunities: This course serves as a stepping stone to further qualifications in health and social care, such as Level 2 or Level 3 diplomas in care work. How do I enrol? To apply for this course online at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk and simply click on the 'How to Enrol' button and complete the Enrolment Form and one of our customer service team will be in touch or call to speak to one of our friendly Learning Advisors on 01752 660713. You will be invited to undertake an initial assessment to ascertain your levels of English and maths prior to entry on this course of study. How will the course be delivered? This is an E-Learning course and is exclusively delivered via an online learning, self-study programme. You will be enrolled for an online learning platform and will work independently through the units and materials provided. Will I need to practise outside the classroom? This is an E-learning course, and your study pattern is self-managed. A commitment of 2 - 3 hours per week is suggested to enable successful completion of the course within the timescale of 20 weeks. How will I know I’m making progress? You will receive regular feedback from an assessor following completion and submission of individual units. What will I need? A laptop or desktop computer with internet access is required for completion of coursework and home learning Please note: Most courses attract a subsidy from the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA). It is a requirement of the ESFA that you complete various forms at different stages of your course, further information is available on request. Courses are subject to a minimum number of enrolments and could be cancelled if recruitment is low. In some cases, an alternative class at a different location may be offered. Terms and conditions are available at https://www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk/learner-information/essential-information-for-every-learner Room numbers are subject to change - please check when you arrive at the venue.