About the course
The qualification is suitable for a wide range of learners who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of caring for the elderly. It is designed for those who wish to understand the principles of elderly care, learn more about common health issues and legislation that relates to elderly care.
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Entry requirements
You must meet the following eligibility criteria in order to access this course:
Age: You must have been at least 19 years of age by 1 August (if you are aged 19-23 years you must already hold a full level 2 qualification i.e. 5 x GCSE's grade A*-C / 4-9)
Nationality: You must have lived within the EU for at least the last 3 years.
Level: You must undertake a maths and English skills checker to ensure the course is the right level for you.
Apprenticeships: Please contact us regarding the funding rules for apprentices
All students will be required to attend an initial online induction session via zoom. At the start of the course you will be allocated a designated tutor who will support you through your qualification.
All leaners will be required to complete an electronic enrolment form and an initial screening for maths and English (online)
Qualifications
TQUK Level 2 qualification
What you'll learn (core modules)
Unit 1: Principles of elderly care in the UK
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Understand the context of elderly care in the UK
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Understand the range of care available
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Understand regulation by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)
Unit 2: Maintaining health and well-being in elderly care
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Understand individuality and independence
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Understand the importance of service users maintain contact with and support from friends and family
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Understand how to maintain health and well-being of the elderly in care
Unit 3: Common health issues affecting individuals in elderly care
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Understand how to deal with health issues in elderly care
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Understand the impact of dementia
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Understand urinary tract health issues
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Understand pneumonia
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Understand wounds and healing
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Understand depression
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Understand arthritis
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Understand end of life care
Unit 4: Individual rights in elderly care
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Understand how to safeguard and protect vulnerable adults in elderly care settings
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Understand how to recognise that a vulnerable adult has been abused
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Understand how to respond to evidence or concerns that vulnerable adult has been abused
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Understand equality and diversity in a care setting
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Understand legislation affecting service user's rights in a care setting
Unit 5: Minimising risk in elderly care
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Understand the importance of risk assessment in elderly care settings
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Understand manual handling in elderly care settings
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Understand risks form hazardous substances in elderly care settings
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Understand the risk of infection in elderly care settings
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Understand how to deal with accidents in elderly care settings
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Understand the safe administration of medicines in elderly care settings
Unit 6: Communication in elderly care
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Understand the importance of communication in elderly care settings
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Understand how to communicate with a client moving into a care home and their family
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Understand the skills required to work in elderly care settings
How will I be assessed?
This qualification is assessed via an internally assessed portfolio of evidence which is submitted to your tutor using the online portal.
Where is the course delivered? (facilities/classrooms)
All learning is completed online at a time that suits you without the need to attend college. From March 2020 until further notice these inductions will be held on line via Zoom. Full details will be provided once you have you completed the enrolment process.
How much will it cost?
The course is fully funded and there are no associated costs with completing this course*
However if you start and not complete this course there will be a charge of £125
*The course is fully funded subject to the individual being over 19 and having lived in an EEA country for the last 3 years
Days & times
Please contact us for dates and further information