Personal Care

Course Overview

This Personal Care course is designed for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and support staff who assist clients with their personal care needs.  The course aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of personal care practices and the skills necessary to support clients effectively.

Course Highlights:

• Understanding Personal Care: Explore what personal care entails and why it is essential for enhancing the quality of life for clients.  Understand the benefits of providing personalised care tailored to individual needs.
• Effective Communication: Learn the importance of communication in personal care, including how to engage clients in a respectful and empathetic manner to promote trust and cooperation.
• Components of Personal Care:Delve into the various aspects of personal care, including:
  • Bathing and Showering: Understand best practices, safety considerations, and techniques for assisting clients during bathing and showering.
  • Dressing and Grooming: Learn how to support clients in dressing and grooming, ensuring dignity and comfort throughout the process.
  • Oral Hygiene: Discover the significance of oral care in personal hygiene and the steps involved in maintaining oral health for clients.
  • Toileting and Continence: Gain insights into assisting clients with toileting needs and continence management, addressing potential challenges with sensitivity and care.
• Practical Assessment: Engage in a practical session where participants can demonstrate their skills in personal care, fostering hands-on experience and confidence in real-world scenarios.
• Assessment and Evaluation: Participants will complete an assessment to reinforce learning outcomes, followed by an evaluation session to ensure understanding of key concepts.

By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to provide effective personal care assistance, thereby enhancing the well-being and dignity of the clients they serve.