Dysphagia Awareness Course

Description

OVERVIEW

Dysphagia Awareness Course Online Training Overview

This Dysphagia Awareness online course will give an overview of what the medical condition dysphagia is and what is involved in managing the condition.

Duration: 1 Hour     CPD Points: 1

Course Update:
This course was last updated on 9th September 2023

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WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Dysphagia Awareness Course Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, the learner will be able to:
Understand how normal swallowing works

• Explain the signs and symptoms of dysphagia
• Identify those that are at a higher risk of having dysphagia
• Explain how to find help when managing an individual with dysphagia

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited Dysphagia Awareness free course certificate.

Lessons

Course Content

Unit 1
Unit 2
Unit 1

• Dysphagia Awareness – Course Introduction
• What is Dysphagia?
• Stages of Swallowing
• Things that Affect Swallowing
• Knowledge Check – How do we Swallow?
• Risks for Dysphagia
• Affects fo Dysphagia
• Signs of Dysphagia

Unit 2

• Managing Dysphagia
• Who Manages Dysphagia?

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited Dysphagia Awareness Course free course certificate.

Who is this for?

Who is this Dysphagia Awareness training course for?

This online course has been written at an introductory level 1 for all levels that fit the criteria to take training as part of their role. This includes

• Refresher training
• Inductions
• Awareness
• Knowledge enhancement

It is suitable for the following:

• Health Care workers including Nurses, Doctors, Ambulance services, clinical and non-clinical workers
• Social Care Workers including Councils, Carers and Care assistants
• Youth workers including activity leaders, passenger transport services and volunteers

Dysphagia Awareness FAQ

Dysphagia Awareness Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive my dysphagia awareness course?

Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.

Is the dysphagia awareness course CPD accredited?

Yes, the dysphagia awareness course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.

Do I receive a dysphagia awareness certificate

Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited dysphagia safety awareness course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.

Can I retake the dysphagia awareness course to improve my grade?

Yes, the dysphagia awareness course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes

Is this dysphagia awareness course ideal for refresher training, induction or to improve your knowledge?

Yes, the dysphagia awareness course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.

Can I purchase this dysphagia awareness course for other persons than myself?

We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner’s course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections.