Level 2 Award in Acquired Brain Injury Awareness
This Level 2 Award in Acquired Brain Injury Awareness (ABI) is designed to equip health and social care sector professionals with a foundational understanding of Acquired Brain Injuries. The course aims to enhance participants' knowledge of the basic anatomy and functions of the brain, the main types and causes of ABI, as well as the identification of symptoms, treatment options, and rehabilitation processes. Additionally, it provides insights into key aspects of supporting individuals affected by ABI.
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Level 2 Award in Acquired Brain Injury Awareness. The certification acknowledges their enhanced understanding of ABI and their ability to apply this knowledge in the health and social care setting. This certificate is valid for three years.
This course offers a comprehensive yet concise exploration of ABI, ensuring that participants are equipped with the necessary knowledge to provide effective support and care. The course is delivered in person by one of our trainers and takes three hours to complete.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the basic anatomy and functions of the brain
- Understand the main types and causes of ABI
- Identify the main symptoms, treatment and rehabilitation
- Understand key aspects of supporting individuals with ABI
Special Focus Courses
Duration: 3 hours
Capacity: Up to 12 delegates
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the basic anatomy and functions of the brain
- Understand the main types and causes of ABI
- Identify the main symptoms, treatment and rehabilitation
- Understand key aspects of supporting individuals with ABI
This course can be delivered via Classroom or Webinar training. Please contact us to schedule training.
Duration: 3 hours
Capacity: Up to 12 delegates
Learning Objectives:
- Understand what dementia is
- Know the most common types of dementia and their causes
- Identify some common symptoms of the condition
- Understand key features of the theoretical models of dementia
- Consider factors relating to an individual’s experience of dementia
This course can be delivered via Classroom or Webinar training. Please contact us to schedule training.
Duration: 3 hours
Capacity: Up to 12 delegates
Learning Objectives:
- Know the definition of dysphagia
- Understand the normal and abnormal swallowing reflex
- List the causes of dysphagia
- Recognise the signs, symptoms and complications
- Understand how dysphagia is diagnosed
- Discuss the management of a person with dysphagia
- Understand the importance of multi-disciplinary approach to risk assessments and management of dysphagia
This course can be delivered via Classroom or Webinar training. Please contact us to schedule training.
Duration: 3 hours
Capacity: Up to 12 delegates
Learning Objectives:
- Explain what Parkinson’s is
- Know who Parkinson’s can affect
- Identify key features and symptoms of the disease
- Describe factors relating to an individual’s experience of Parkinson’s
- Consider factors relating to encouraging person-centred care planning
This course can be delivered via Classroom or Webinar training. Please contact us to schedule training.
Duration: 3 hours
Capacity: Up to 12 delegates
Learning Objectives:
- Understand and clarify the signs and symptoms of a stroke
- Understand the effect of a stroke, both physically and on the nervous system
- Know what to do when you suspect someone has had a stroke
- Appreciate the aspects of an individual’s life that can be affected by a stroke
This course can be delivered via Classroom or Webinar training. Please contact us to schedule training.
Duration: 7 hours
Capacity: Up to 12 delegates
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the legislation involved with supporting people with dementia, including advocacy
- Identify the different types of dementia and some of the signs and symptoms, risk factors and areas of the brain affected
- Understand the physiology of the brain and memory, models of the condition, identity and needs
- Consider ways of supporting those living with dementia to live fulfilling lives, incl. equality, diversity and inclusion in a person-centred way and how individuals living with dementia may communicate through behaviour
This course is delivered via Classroom training. Please contact us to schedule training.
Duration: 6 hours
Capacity: Up to 12 delegates
Learning Objectives:
- Define what trauma is
- Explain the impact that trauma can have on service users' wellbeing and engagement with services
- Describe how trauma can build up over time and how services might unintentionally cause further harm
- Identify ways in which you can look at your own practice through a trauma-informed lens
- Recognise the signs of trauma and PTSD, and identify when to refer individuals for specialist support
- Identify ways the organisation can adjust processes, procedures, or communication methods to provide trauma-informed services
- Understand where to find additional support and advice in your organisation
This course is delivered via Classroom or Webinar training. Please contact us to schedule training.
Duration: 3 hours
Capacity: Up to 12 delegates
Learning Objectives:
- Identify commonly used drugs
- Identify reasons why people use substances
- Explain related physical and psychological risks
- Describe legal classifications and penalties
- Identify support services
- Recognise how substance abuse impacts society and the family
- Identify current sensible drinking guidelines
This course is delivered via Classroom or Webinar training. Please contact us to schedule training.