This in- person study day is designed to complement employers’ induction programmes, by offering an opportunity for newly appointed Clinical and Care Support Workers to learn and develop skills essential for providing quality person-led care, within the first 6 months of employment. It is delivered by NHS Lothian Clinical Education and Training team in collaboration with other specialist teams.
It is delivered in an interactive holistic manner, using practical activities with mannequins. This enables care support staff to understand the connections between the following topics and ultimately how to deliver holistic care rather than being task focused.
•Introduction to person led care
•Personal Hygiene
•Continence and Catheter Care
•Infection Control and Handwashing
•Oral Care
•Foot Care
•Food Fluid and Nutrition
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for Clinical and Care Support Workers who have recently started in job roles where they support people with their personal care.
Ideally you should:
Have started your new post withing the last 6 months.
Be employed by a care service withing Lothian Health and Social Care Partnership
Have agreement with your manager that this training complements your induction programme.
This course is not suitable for registered nurses.
How to Apply
Discuss with manager to gain support to undertake the course.
Please download and complete the booking form – one form per person please:
Then return completed form by email to: loth.trainingandeducationcarehomes@nhs.scot
NHS Lothian will carry out its educational functions in a way that is inclusive to all learners. We strive to minimise any barriers to learning. If a course attendee requires additional support, please contact the Course Administrator at loth.trainingandeducationcarehomes@nhs.scot
This education package is only one of many offered to those working in care homes and care at home services across the Lothians.
To discover others and find out more information please use the Education and Training Directory
