Diploma In Caregiver, Home Health Aide And Nurse Aide

Earn your Caregiving, Nursing Assistant, and Home Health Aide Diploma and excel in elderly care and medical support

What you'll learn

Effective communication in caregiving settings, especially with paediatric and elderly clients.

Best practices in basic life support, including CPR for adults, children, and newborns.

Key principles of person-centred care, promoting comfort and dignity in care environments.

In-depth understanding of mental health awareness, including dementia and learning disabilities.

Safeguarding techniques for both children and older adults, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.

Proper nutrition and hygiene protocols critical for maintaining overall patient health.

Practical skills in medical terminology, physiology, and clinical procedures.

Legal and ethical responsibilities within the health and social care sectors.

Requirements

No formal qualifications required; open to all learners with a passion for caregiving and healthcare.

A basic understanding of English for communication and coursework.

Suitable for individuals aged 18 and above who are looking to enter or progress in the healthcare field.

Must have access to a device with internet for online course material.

Desire to work in caregiving settings, including nursing homes, hospitals, or private care.

Description

Caring for others is an expression of what it means to be fully human." – Hillary ClintonCaring for others is a deeply rewarding profession, and the demand for skilled caregivers, nursing assistants, and home health aides continues to grow globally. Whether you're aiming for a career in the UK, USA, Australia, or beyond, this Diploma in Caregiver, Home Health Aide and Nurse Aide will equip you with the essential skills to thrive in healthcare settings. You'll master communication in care, effective nursing assistant techniques, and understand the nuances of working with paediatric and elderly care clients. From safeguarding children and adults to understanding mental health, this course covers all the critical areas needed to become a competent and compassionate caregiver.The curriculum is carefully designed by industry experts and includes advanced techniques in basic life support, mental health awareness, and person-centred care. You’ll also develop critical knowledge of nutrition, hygiene, and infection control—all vital in delivering quality care. If you’re ready to make a difference in people’s lives, this course will guide you every step of the way.Join our Caregiving, Nursing Assistant, and Home Health Aide Diploma CourseThis Caregiving Certification prepares you for diverse roles in healthcare, particularly as a nursing assistant or home health aide. With modules that range from medical terminology to hands-on techniques like CPR and emergency care observation, you’ll be equipped to manage complex healthcare situations. You'll also gain practical insights into working with paediatric clients, children with special needs, and older adults, ensuring you can provide tailored support across age groups.By applying the skills you’ll learn in this course, you can enter the healthcare field confidently, capable of managing patient care, safeguarding vulnerable populations, and offering emergency medical assistance.Why You Should Take This CourseComprehensive curriculum covering nursing assistant and home health aide roles.Learn key skills in advanced caregiving and person-centred care.Ideal for anyone seeking career opportunities in the UK, USA, or globally.Gain a CPDQC-accredited diploma, boosting your job prospects in elderly care and healthcare.Please Note: Care Skills Training is an Accredited CPD Member and a proud partner of The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA). Upon completing this course, you’ll be eligible to receive a CPDQC-accredited certificate for a small additional fee. This prestigious certification will not only strengthen your resume but also enhance your prospects for career advancement and job opportunities.Who Is This Course For?Aspiring nursing assistants and home health aides looking to start or advance their careers.Individuals seeking job opportunities in elderly care, paediatric care, or healthcare support.Professionals aiming to work in the UK, USA, Australia, Canada, or the Middle East as aide workers.Current caregivers or healthcare workers wanting to expand their skills in advanced caregiving and mental health.People interested in paediatric first aid, safeguarding children, or supporting individuals with mental health conditions.Eligibility CriteriaNo formal qualifications required; open to all learners with a passion for caregiving and healthcare.A basic understanding of English for communication and coursework.Suitable for individuals aged 18 and above who are looking to enter or progress in the healthcare field.Must have access to a device with internet for online course material.Desire to work in caregiving settings, including nursing homes, hospitals, or private care.What You Will LearnEffective communication in caregiving settings, especially with paediatric and elderly clients.Best practices in basic life support, including CPR for adults, children, and newborns.Key principles of person-centred care, promoting comfort and dignity in care environments.In-depth understanding of mental health awareness, including dementia and learning disabilities.Safeguarding techniques for both children and older adults, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.Proper nutrition and hygiene protocols critical for maintaining overall patient health.Practical skills in medical terminology, physiology, and clinical procedures.Legal and ethical responsibilities within the health and social care sectors.

Overview

Section 1: Communication in Care

Lecture 1 Introduction to Communication at Work

Lecture 2 Language Needs, Wishes and Preferences in Communication

Lecture 3 Promoting Effective Communication

Lecture 4 Communication in Nursing

Section 2: Working with Paediatric Clients

Lecture 5 The Fundamentals of Paediatric First Aid

Lecture 6 Paediatric Life Support

Lecture 7 Paediatric First Aid for Usual Circumstances, Accidents, and Injuries

Section 3: Working with Children

Lecture 8 Safeguarding Children Against Child Abuse

Lecture 9 Social and Emotional Development of Children for Safeguarding

Lecture 10 Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health

Lecture 11 Children with Special Needs

Lecture 12 Food Hazards for Children

Lecture 13 Food Poisoning or Foodborne Illness in Children

Lecture 14 Food Allergy and Intolerance in Children

Section 4: Care for Older Adults

Lecture 15 Introduction to Safeguarding Adults

Lecture 16 Harm and Abuse

Lecture 17 Vulnerabilities to Harm and Abuse

Lecture 18 How to Reduce the Chance of Abuse

Lecture 19 The Six Principles of Safeguarding

Lecture 20 Responding to Suspected or Alleged Abuse

Lecture 21 Unsafe Practices in Safeguarding Individuals

Section 5: Supporting Clients with Mental Illness

Lecture 22 Introduction to Mental Health, Dementia and Learning Disabilities

Lecture 23 Mental Health Awareness

Lecture 24 Dementia and Learning Disabilities Awareness

Lecture 25 Introduction- Communicating with Individuals with Dementia

Lecture 26 Talking Through the Fog: Effective Communication Strategies for Dementi

Lecture 27 Speaking the Same Language: Effective Communication Strategies for Deme

Lecture 28 Beyond Words: The Power of Non-verbal Communication in Dementia

Lecture 29 Early Signs, Symptoms and Treatments

Section 6: Basic Care Skills

Lecture 30 Understanding Duty of Care and Its Role in Safe Practice

Lecture 31 Overview of Observation Skills for Carers

Lecture 32 Emergency Care Observation

Lecture 33 Care Planning With the Individual in Need

Lecture 34 Ensuring Individual Support within Plan of Care

Lecture 35 Access to Food and Nutrition within Plan of Care

Lecture 36 Understanding Infection Spread in Care Settings

Lecture 37 Maintaining Privacy and Dignity in Care

Section 7: Basic Life Support (BSL)

Lecture 38 Understanding Basic Life Support

Lecture 39 Essential Life Support for Adults

Lecture 40 Newborn Life Support

Lecture 41 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Lecture 42 Perform and Operate CPR, AED Respectively

Lecture 43 Key BLS Methods and Protocols

Section 8: Nurturing Person-centred Way in Care

Lecture 44 Understanding Person-Centred Values

Lecture 45 Working in a Person-Centred Way

Lecture 46 Environment Awareness and Comfort Management

Lecture 47 Addressing Actions Causing Discomfort or Distress

Lecture 48 Minimising Pain and Discomfort

Lecture 49 Maintaining Identity and Self-Esteem

Lecture 50 Supporting Individuals with Person-Centred Values

Section 9: Food Nutrition and Hygiene

Lecture 51 Introduction to Fluids and Nutrition

Lecture 52 Access to Food and Nutrition within Plan of Care

Lecture 53 Poor Nutrition and Hydration

Lecture 54 Support and Encourage for Fluids and Nutrition

Lecture 55 Introduction to Food Hygiene and Food Safety

Lecture 56 General Food Safety Rating System in the United Kingdom

Lecture 57 Food Poisoning, Contamination and Illness

Lecture 58 Hygiene and Safety in Food Preparation

Section 10: Medical and Nursing Assistant

Lecture 59 Introduction to Medical Assistant

Lecture 60 Effective Communication

Lecture 61 Medical Records Management

Lecture 62 Patient Privacy and Confidentiality

Lecture 63 Introduction to Nursing

Lecture 64 Child Care in Nursing

Lecture 65 Adult Care in Nursing

Lecture 66 Specialised Care in Nursing

Section 11: Medical Terminology, Human Physiology and Anatomy

Lecture 67 Medical Terminology

Lecture 68 Human Anatomy and Common Diseases

Lecture 69 Physiology and Pathophysiology

Lecture 70 Patient Assessment

Lecture 71 Clinical Procedures and ECG

Lecture 72 Pharmacology Fundamentals

Section 12: Health and Social Care

Lecture 73 Health & Social Care Overview

Lecture 74 Responsibilities of Health & Social Care Worker

Lecture 75 Roles as a Healthcare Professional

Lecture 76 Policies and Principles in Health and Social Care

Lecture 77 Legislation in Health and Social Care

Aspiring nursing assistants and home health aides looking to start or advance their careers.,Individuals seeking job opportunities in elderly care, paediatric care, or healthcare support.,Professionals aiming to work in the UK, USA, Australia, Canada, or the Middle East as aide workers.,Current caregivers or healthcare workers wanting to expand their skills in advanced caregiving and mental health.,People interested in paediatric first aid, safeguarding children, or supporting individuals with mental health conditions.