Course details

This module aims to provide the learner with the skills, knowledge and competence to provide holistic care for older people in a variety of care settings working under the direction and supervision of nursing staff.

It is an elective module towards the Level 5 Award in Healthcare Support.

Programme Aim:

The objectives of this module are to:

  • Demonstrate good work practices in the provision of holistic care for patients/clients
  • Gain an understanding of the elements of activities of living
  • Demonstrate how to assist a patient/client in the activities of living
  • Enhance the quality of life of patients/clients

The learner will:

  • Discuss a range of work practices in the provision of individual holistic care for clients
  • Analyse the activities of living to include the 5 main concepts of the model of living
  • Implement a range of tasks carried out when caring for a patient in a safe environment
  • Employ the skills of a healthcare assistant in providing care for patients to include an awareness of the importance of nutrition, elimination, fluid balance, weight reporting etc.

Entry Requirement

Minimum of Level 4 certificate standard of education. Strong interest in the provision of quality care in a healthcare setting.

Updated on 08 November, 2015

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