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Health and Social Care Courses

We have built an expertise in Health and Social Care over more than two decades, training thousands of learners in the sector every year.

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The Care Certificate

Vital training for new Health and Social Care staff.

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Mandatory Training

View our full suite of mandatory training courses for Health and Social Care staff.

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Special Focus

For Health and Social Care staff required to carry out more specialist tasks in their day to day roles.

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Mental Health

Mental health training courses designed by our highly qualified and experienced curriculum team.

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Clinical Skills

Training available for Health and Social Care staff in epilepsy, diabetes, inhalers, PEG feeding and more.

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Health and Safety in Care

We can provide specialist health and safety training for care workers.

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Level 3 Award in Diabetes inc Insulin Administration

The Insulin Administration course is designed to be delivered on-site at a venue chosen by the participants. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Competency from FRT.

This course is specifically mapped to the National Occupational Standard SFHDiabTX01. The SFHDiabTX01 standard sets the guidelines and requirements for insulin administration in the context of diabetes treatment. By aligning the course with this standard, it ensures that participants receive training that meets industry benchmarks and expectations related to insulin administration.

During the 6-hour duration of the course, participants can expect to receive comprehensive instruction and practical training on various aspects of insulin administration. The course covers topics such as understanding different types of insulin, proper handling and storage of insulin, accurate dosage calculation, correct injection techniques, and monitoring for potential complications or adverse reactions.

The course employs a variety of teaching methods, including theoretical presentations, interactive discussions, demonstrations, and hands-on practice. Participants will have the opportunity to develop their skills in preparing and administering insulin injections, as well as understanding the importance of maintaining patient safety, infection control, and documentation practices.

By delivering the course on-site, participants benefit from the convenience of receiving training at a location of their choice. This also allows for potential customization of the course to address specific needs or challenges within the chosen venue, ensuring a more tailored learning experience

Learning Objectives

  • Identify what diabetes is, how it occurs and the different types
  • Recognise the symptoms of diabetes and signs of complications
  • Understand the action they should take in the event of hypo or hyperglycaemia
  • Have an understanding of the treatments for diabetes
  • Able to identify suitable sites for insulin administration and understand the importance of site rotation and inspecting sites for signs of lipohypertrophy
  • Able to accurately measure and record blood glucose and ketone levels as per blood glucose and ketone monitoring competency
  • Able to use the correct technique for administration according to the insulin device and safety needle used

Specialist training with practical sign-off

All of our Delegated Healthcare Tasks training courses can be delivered onsite at your setting, or a venue of your choice by an experienced and skilled practitioner. We will provide the appropriate clinical training equipment and will conduct practical simulation activities, assessments and sign-off.

  • Practical sign-off included in every course
  • Relevant clinical training equipment provided
  • Suggested maximum 8 learners per course
  • All learners receive an FRT Certificate of Competency
  • Recommend annual review in line with CQC guidance
  • Competence subject to ongoing development and monitoring within the workplace

What are delegated healthcare tasks?

Often referred to as delegated healthcare interventions, these are any healthcare activities, usually of a clinical nature, that a registered healthcare professional transfers to a paid social care worker. This could include Personal Assistants (PAs) providing care and support to adults or children with specific healthcare needs. Delegation of healthcare interventions can help ease the burden on nurses while still ensuring that individuals receive the daily care they require in a timely manner. It can also provide individuals with complex health needs with more flexibility, choice and control over their care. Skills for Care have developed two guides for delegated healthcare tasks – one for care workers, and one for social care employers and managers. NHS England has also developed a guide specifically about the delegation of healthcare tasks to PAs.

Delegated Healthcare Tasks Training Course Range

First Response Training provides a range of training in Delegated Healthcare Tasks, all delivered by highly qualified and experienced trainers in a classroom setting.