PI607 Skin Lesions and Breakdown

Skin Lesions and Breakdown NCFE

This programme has been written for everyone who will benefit from learning how to undertake risk assessment in relation to pressure area care and the risk of skin breakdown.

Course Description

Skin Lesions and Breakdown

It cannot be overemphasised that anyone who develops a pressure ulcer is in a potentially life-threatening situation.  Prevention of pressure ulcers is almost certainly better than cure and starts by identifying those who are at risk of developing a pressure ulcer, and then taking the necessary action to avoid skin breakdown.  If someone is found to have an existing pressure ulcer, the aim will be to treat and prevent the ulcer from deteriorating any further.  Any intervention will vary depending on the client and the risks that have been identified.

This programme has been written for everyone who will benefit from learning how to undertake risk assessment in relation to pressure area care and the risk of skin breakdown. This process could take place across a variety of health and social care settings, throughout hospitals, including operating departments, hospices, nursing and residential homes, day centres, and clients’ own homes. Risk assessment includes the use of different assessment tools selected for use to fit the client and the environment. The assessment could be undertaken by a variety of staff within the various care settings and is an ongoing process demanding constant review and evaluation.

Our aim is to provide you with the best deal available when purchasing the Skin Lesions and Breakdown course, therefore registration fee, certification fee and full tutor support is included in the course price for you.

Previous Knowledge Required

The good news is that no prior learning knowledge or experience is essential to take this Skin Lesions and Breakdown course. You have the freedom to start the Skin Lesions and Breakdown course course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration with full tutor support.

Support

You will be provided with comprehensive materials designed to provide you with everything required to complete your Skin Lesions and Breakdown course. You will have your own dedicated tutor who will guide you through your course work and answer any questions you may have. Our student support team are also available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your Skin Lesions and Breakdown course. You can be assured that unlimited support is available for your home study course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies.

Assessment

The NCFE Skin Lesions and Breakdown course certificate is gained by successfully completing a series of activities and self assessment questions.

Modules

• Module 1: Identify Clients at Risk of Skin Breakdown
• Module 2: Prepare for and Carry out Risk Assessment
• Module 3: The Causes, Effects and Control of Pain
• Module 4: Report on, Review and Update the Risk Assessment

Awarding Body

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Level 2 NCFE certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to Level 2 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Accreditation by NCFE is a guarantee of quality. It means that this learning programme has been scrutinised and approved by an independent panel of experienced educational professionals and is quality audited biannually by NCFE.

NCFE is recognised as an awarding body by the qualification regulators ('regulators') for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The regulators are the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual) in England, the Department for Children, Education, Lifelong Learning and Skills (DCELLS) in Wales and the Council for Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA) in Northern Ireland.

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