Parkinson’s Disease Course
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Course details
Parkinson’s Disease Online Training Overview
This course will give an overview of what Parkinson’s Disease is, its impact on communication and cognition, and how the disease is managed.
Duration: 1 Hour CPD Points: 1
What You will learn
Parkinson’s Disease Course Learning Objectives
At the end of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Describe Parkinson’s Disease and how the disease progresses
- Identify ways Parkinson’s Disease affects communication and cognition
- Understand how Parkinson’s Disease is managed
Lessons
Course Content
- Parkinson’s Disease – Course Introduction
- Parkinsonism
- What is Parkinson’s?
- What Causes Parkinson’s?
- Dopamine
- Parkinson’s in the UK
- Diagnosing Parkinson’s
- Three Classic Symptoms of Parkinson’s
- Progression of Parkinson’s
- Care Action Plan
- Managing Slow Movements
- Managing Tremors
- Managing Rigid Muscles
- Freezing
- Non-Motor Symptoms
- Eating and Drinking
- Issues Related to Swallowing
- Sleep Disturbances
- Bladder and Bowel Problems
- Falls
- Pain Management
- Care Planning
On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited Parkinson’s Disease free course certificate.
Who is this for?
Who is this Parkinson’s Disease training for?
This online course has been written at an introductory level 1 for all levels that fit the criteria to take training as part of their role. This includes:
- Refresher training
- Inductions
- Awareness
- Knowledge enhancement
Parkinson’s Disease Training: Who Is It For?
The Parkinson’s Disease training course in the UK is a specialized program designed to provide healthcare professionals and caregivers with comprehensive knowledge and skills to effectively support individuals affected by Parkinson’s Disease. This course is particularly suitable for the following target audience:
Healthcare Professionals:
- Nurses and Nursing Assistants: Nurses and nursing assistants working in various healthcare settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities, play a crucial role in the care of patients with Parkinson’s Disease. This training course is essential for healthcare professionals to enhance their understanding of the disease process, symptom management, medication regimes, and strategies to support patients in maintaining independence and quality of life.
- Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists: Physiotherapists and occupational therapists specialized in neurorehabilitation can benefit from this training to develop tailored exercise programs, mobility aids recommendations, and adaptive strategies to address motor difficulties, balance issues, and activities of daily living challenges experienced by individuals with Parkinson’s Disease.
Neurologists and General Practitioners:
- Neurologists: Specialists in neurology, including neurologists and movement disorder experts, are often responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, and management of Parkinson’s Disease patients. This training course supports neurologists in staying updated on the latest evidence-based practices, pharmacological interventions, surgical options, and multidisciplinary approaches to address the varied symptoms and progression of Parkinson’s Disease.
- General Practitioners: Primary care physicians who provide ongoing support and coordination of care for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease can benefit from this training to improve their diagnostic skills, referral pathways to specialists, monitoring of medication side effects, and communication with patients and their families about disease management and lifestyle modifications.
Speech and Language Therapists:
- Speech Therapists and Language Specialists: Speech and language therapists specializing in communication and swallowing disorders often work with individuals with Parkinson’s Disease who experience speech difficulties, voice changes, and dysphagia. This course offers specialized training to speech therapists on strategies to enhance vocal projection, articulation, and swallowing safety in Parkinson’s patients to optimize their ability to communicate effectively and maintain oral intake.
Caregivers and Support Workers:
- Family Caregivers and Personal Assistants: Family members, friends, and personal assistants providing care and support to individuals with Parkinson’s Disease require practical training to assist with daily activities, medication management, fall prevention, and emotional support. This training course equips caregivers with skills in understanding the challenges of Parkinson’s Disease, implementing strategies for safe mobility, and accessing community resources to enhance caregiving quality.
- Care Staff in Residential Settings: Care staff working in care homes or assisted living facilities where residents have Parkinson’s Disease can benefit from this training to improve their communication with residents, promote independence in daily living tasks, prevent complications such as pressure sores or contractures, and create a supportive environment that respects the individual needs and preferences of residents with Parkinson’s Disease.
Community Health Workers and Social Workers:
- Community Health Workers: Community health workers serving vulnerable populations and individuals living in underserved communities may encounter clients with Parkinson’s Disease who face socioeconomic challenges in accessing healthcare services and social support. This course provides community health workers with insights into the needs of Parkinson’s patients, advocacy skills, and resource navigation tools to empower clients in managing their condition and enhancing their quality of life.
- Social Workers and Care Coordinators: Social workers specializing in chronic illness management and long-term care coordination can benefit from this training to address the psychosocial aspects of Parkinson’s Disease, such as depression, anxiety, caregiver stress, and care transitions. Training in Parkinson’s Disease equips social workers with tools for conducting comprehensive assessments, identifying support networks, and advocating for inclusive care plans that promote the well-being of individuals and families affected by the disease.
By engaging in the Parkinson’s Disease training course, participants from diverse healthcare backgrounds gain valuable insights, skills, and strategies to provide holistic care, enhance quality of life, and promote independence for individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease within the UK healthcare setting.
Parkinson’s Disease FAQ
Parkinson’s Disease Frequently Asked Questions
Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.
Yes, the Parkinson’s Disease course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.
Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited Parkinson’s Disease course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.
Yes, the Parkinson’s Disease course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes
Yes, the Parkinson’s Disease course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.
We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner's course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections.
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A hard copy certificate printed on certificate grade paper can be purchased for a nominal fee via your learner dashboard and are dispatched within three working days to your address. Please note at this time we currently only mail certificates to the United Kingdom.
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