Certificate in Common Health Conditions
Course Overview
This qualification is designed for individuals looking to start work in, or already working in, health and social care, who would like an understanding of common health conditions and their effects on individuals. This qualification aims to develop knowledge and understanding of various common health conditions and monitoring the health of individuals affected by health conditions.
Key Information
Course Length
Learning Method(s)
Online materials
Online assessment
For Individuals
Cost and Funding Information
Funded Course
Yes
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The aim of this unit is to provide an understanding of monitoring the health of individuals affected by health conditions, including the observation, recording and reporting of these. It will also help gain knowledge of the responses needed when there are changes to an individual’s condition.
Unit 2: Introductory awareness of sensory lossThe aim of this unit is to provide an understanding of the impact of sensory loss, the impact of attitudes and beliefs, the strategies to overcome these barriers, and the importance of effective communication. It will also help gain knowledge of the main causes, symptoms and conditions associated with sensory loss.
Unit 3: Stroke awarenessThe aim of this unit is to provide an understanding of the different types of stroke, their signs, symptoms and effect on the individual. It will help gain knowledge of the response required in the event of an emergency, how to manage a stroke and the support that is available following a stroke
Unit 4: Dementia awarenessThe aim of this unit is to gain knowledge of what dementia is, the different forms of dementia and how the actions of others can impact on individuals with the condition.
Unit 5: Arthritis awarenessThe aim of this unit is to provide an understanding of the different types of arthritis, their causes, signs and symptoms. It will also help gain knowledge of the diagnosis, treatment, support and management of arthritis.
Unit 6: Parkinson’s disease awarenessThe aim of this unit is to provide an understanding of Parkinson’s disease and its underlying causes, the signs and symptoms of the condition and its impact. It will also help gain an understanding of treatment options, support services and strategies for managing the condition.
Unit 7: Understand Cardiovascular DiseaseThe aim of this unit is to provide an understanding of the cardiovascular system and different forms of cardiovascular disease, including their signs, symptoms, causes and risk factors. It will also help gain knowledge of the effects on an individual’s daily life and the treatment and management options available
Unit 8: Understand Respiratory DiseaseThe aim of this unit is to provide an understanding of the respiratory system and different forms of respiratory disease, including their signs, symptoms, causes and risk factors. It will also help gain knowledge of the effects on an individual’s daily life and the treatment and management options available.
Unit 9: Understand the Impact of Acquired Brain Injury on IndividualsThe aim of this unit is to provide an understanding of Acquired Brain Injury, the possible causes and its impact. It will help to gain an understanding of support needs to assist with communication, personality change and challenging behaviour.
Unit 10: Understand Physical DisabilityThe aim of this unit is to provide an understanding of the different forms of physical disability, their causes and the impact they have. It will help gain an understanding of the attitudes those individuals with physical disability face and how to help support them manage their disability and maintain independence.