Caring for people affected by stroke (CFPABS)

Each delegate receives a certificate with the knowledge evidence met listed on the back.

Aims

This training aims to provide those caring for people affected by stroke with knowledge and understanding about stroke, and to enable them to develop skills for their care practice.

The day is full of intensive activity that makes full use of participants’ knowledge and experience.

Every aspect of the day will be linked to participants’ actual practice.

Objectives

By the end of the day, participants will:

  • be clear about what a stroke is, what causes it and the range of effects
  • have considered the needs of people who have had strokes, and their families and friends
  • be aware of the roles of different professionals and services available
  • know how stroke can affect movement, mobility and continence
  • understand the impact of physical effects on daily living, and
  • have considered practical implications for the positioning of clients, and other physical assistance offered during daily care.


The benefits of our training

  • mapped against NVQ/SNVQ
  • mapped against QCF
  • mapped against Skills for Health National Occupational Standards
  • endorsed by UKFST
  • improved staff knowledge of stroke
  • reduced risk of inappropriate handling of stroke patients
  • more effective use of staff time, and
  • improved standards of stroke care.

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