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ASET Certificate in Care Skills

Course Code: AS207

This is the ASET Level 2 Certificate in Care Skills. This programme is designed for anyone wishing to gain a better understanding of the role of the care sector and the skills required for success.

Course Content

The course is divided up into five modules, as follows:

Module 1: Communication:

• Developing communication skills
• Barriers to communication
• Listening skills, observation
• Non-verbal communication
• Questioning techniques

Module 2: Hygiene:

• Privacy and dignity
• Assisting with personal hygiene functions
• Correct bathing techniques
• Care of hair, nails and oral hygiene
• Safety issues
• Equipment

Module 3: Nutrition:

• About nutrition
• Nutritional values of food
• Healthy diets, safe food hygiene
• Helping with dietary selection
• Assisting with eating and drinking
• Monitoring intake.

Module 4: Pressure Care:

• About pressure sores
• How sores develop
• Shearing
• Factors affecting pressure sores
• Nutrition
• Risk assessment
• Incontinence
• High risk people
• Wound assessment
• Practical caring skills
• Aids to relieve pressure

Module 5: Elimination:

• What is elimination
• Potential effects
• Medication, infection
• Physiological problems
• Muscular weakness
• Practical skills

Course Duration

Students may register at any time and have a full year to complete their studies.

Assessment

The course will take the form of a series of written assignments which are submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by mail or email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration.

Qualifications

The course leads to the award:

Certificate in Care Skills (Level 2) from ASET. ASET (Accreditation Syndicate for Education & Training) is a leading National Awarding Body specialising in providing, quality-assuring and certificating vocational learning programmes. Taking and completing this course will add value to your CV by demonstrating your understanding of Care. It will enable you to maximise your personal development, and help you find your dream job, by showing a potential employer your commitment and knowledge of the subject. It will allow you to put yourself in charge of your career, to develop and grow at a pace that suits you, and help you stand out from other applicants when job hunting.

Course Questions & Answers

What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

To register for this course you do not need any previous knowledge.

What is included in the cost of my course?

• You will receive your official course manual
• Study Bag
• A4 folder containing assignments
• A stationery pack is also provided including paper, envelopes, pens
• Unlimited tutor support

Do I have to sit an exam?

No. Each module is followed by a written assignment, which is submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.

Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price!

What do I do if I still have questions?

Please feel free to use the Contact Us Form on this website. A home learning course tutor will respond as soon as possible.

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