Falls Prevention Training

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About Course

The Falls Prevention Training course is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to prevent falls and promote safety in healthcare and community settings. It covers practical strategies for identifying risk factors, implementing safety measures, and promoting overall mobility and well-being for individuals at risk of falls.

What Will You Learn?

  • Understand the common causes and risk factors associated with falls.
  • Recognize how to assess an individual's fall risk.
  • Identify strategies to reduce fall risks and enhance safety in healthcare or home environments.
  • Learn effective interventions and treatments for individuals at risk of falls.
  • Know how to support individuals in regaining mobility and confidence.

Material Includes

  • Falls prevention training workbook.
  • Access to guidelines for risk assessments and interventions.
  • Certificate of attendance, valid for 3 years.
  • Post-training materials for ongoing support and reference.

Requirements

  • Suitable for all levels of healthcare and social care professionals.
  • No prior experience is necessary, although familiarity with basic healthcare principles can be helpful.

Audience

  • Nurses, healthcare assistants (HCAs), support workers, and caregivers in clinical and community care settings.
  • Physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and rehabilitation professionals.
  • Team leaders, managers, and supervisors in healthcare, residential care, and assisted living facilities.
  • Staff in home care agencies, rehabilitation services, and public health initiatives.

Course Content

Session 1: Introduction to Falls Prevention

  • The Impact of Falls
  • Key Statistics and Facts
  • Importance of Prevention

Session 2: Risk Factors and Assessments

Session 3: Preventative Strategies

Session 4: Interventions and Support Strategies

Session 5: Reporting, Recording, and Follow-Up Care

Session 6: Best Practice Guidelines and Legislation

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