Learning Outcomes

Food Safety and Food Hygiene

Food-borne Illness

Keeping Bacteria at Bay

Lesson Summary

In this topic, you will learn about food safety and food hygiene including how food contamination and spoilage occurs, ways to prevent food contamination, and the responsibilities of food handlers.

HACCP

Food Safety Hazards and Contamination

Controlling Bacterial Growth

Controlling Bacteria

In this module, you will learn about HACCP including its 7 principles. You will also learn about effective ways to control the growth of bacteria and how to avoid food spoilage.

Food Safety and Hygiene in the Catering Industry - Assessment

Learn about proper food preparation, storage, and hygiene practices with this food safety training course.

Food Safety and Hygiene in the Catering Industry

This free online Food Safety and Hygiene course will teach you standard food safety guidelines for the catering industry. Soiled and contaminated foods are not just unpleasant to eat, but can cause serious injury and illness. Having a good command of food safety and hygiene techniques is essential for any food industry professional. This course will teach you how to prevent spoilage and control disease spread during the food handling process.

Roles and Responsibilities of Carers

Legal and Ethical Issues in Caregiving

Caregiving and Communication

Communicating with Individuals with Disabilities

In this module you will learn about the Roles and Responsibilities of Carers; and it covers topics such as Legal and Ethical Issues in Caregiving; Communications and the Caregiving Process; Communicating with Individuals with Disabilities.

Stress Management and Organizational Skills

Observing, Reporting and Documenting

Cultural Differences and Caregiving

In this module you will learn about Stress Management and Organizational Skills;  and it covers topics such as Observing, Reporting and Documenting; Cultural Differences and Caregiving.

Introduction to Caregiving - End of Course Assessment

Learn about caregiving skills including legal and ethical responsibilities, and working as part of a team.

Introduction to Caregiving

This free online Caregiver training course will give you an understanding of the basics of caregiving, including legal and ethical responsibilities and working as part of a team. Caregivers are highly valued and in-demand professionals who make a big difference to the health organizations they work for. This course will give you a full run-through of these essential concepts so that you can give your caregiving career a real boost today.

Categories of Basic Human Needs

Equipment for Patient Care and Guidelines for Bed-Making

Terminal Cleaning of the Patient Care Unit

This module will walk you through the care of adult patients.

The Purposes of Giving the Patient a Bath

Mouth Care

The Benefits of a Back Massage

Personal Care for the Adult Patient

This module will discuss the advanced principles of patient care.

Environmental Health and Its Impact on the Practice Nurse

Safety Measures in the Patient Care Environment

This module looks at the relationship between nursing practices and environmental health.

Diploma in Nursing and Patient Care - First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Body Mechanics

Prevention of Pathogen Transmission

This module looks at health and safety standards for healthcare professionals.

Positioning the Adult Patient

Common Positions used when Ambulating a Patient

Techniques and Actions in Ambulating an Adult Patient

This module discusses the positioning and ambulating of adult patients.

The Effects of Immobility

Exercise for the Immobile Patient

This module lays out the active and passive ranges of motion in exercise.

Diploma in Nursing and Patient Care - Second Assessment

Factors Influencing Diet

Reasons for the Therapeutic Diet

Standard Hospital Diets

The Role of the Nurse in Diet Therapy

This module will walk you through the importance of diet therapy when treating patients.

Diploma in Nursing and Patient Care - Third Assessment

The Function of the Physical Examination

The Role of the Practical Nurse During a Physical Examination

Positioning of the Patient During a Physical Examination

Body Systems Examined and Evaluated

This module will teach you about the systematic approach to conducting an effective physical examination. It also discusses the vital role of the nursing professional in preparing and supporting the patient.

Throat Cultures

Types of Specimen Collection

This module will teach you about specimen collection and testing, as well as discussing it's role in determining the function of vital internal organs and body components.

The Function and Facts of a Physical Examination

Appearance and Behaviour Examination

Components of the Physical Examination

Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Gastrointestinal & Genitourinary Systems

Musculoskeletal System and the Integumentary Systems

This module will introduce you to the function and components assessed, as well as the observations made, during a physical exam.

The Measurement of a Patient's Vital Signs

Measuring Temperature, Pulse, and Respiration Rate

Blood Pressure Readings

This module lays out how a patient's vital signs are measured through weight, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature.

Diploma in Nursing and Patient Care - Fourth Assessment

Diploma in Nursing and Patient Care - Assessment

Learn how to give good care to the elderly with the nursing procedures and practices in this free online nursing course.

Diploma in Nursing and Patient Care

Nurses and nursing teams have a vital role in the care of patients in a health care setting, and the modern nurse is a highly trained professional who works in a wide variety of areas from community nursing to surgery. This free course will equip you with an understanding of topics such as human needs, physical examinations, diet, and measuring vital signs, enabling you to help many people who need medical assistance.

The Reason Behind Occupational Health and Safety Systems

Workers' Rights

Establishment of National Systems and Programmes

Key Principles Recognised by International Labour Standards

Importance of Information, Education and Training

International Commission on Occupational Health Definition

In this module, you will be introduced to the reason behind the need for Occupational Health and Safety systems, the key principles of Occupational Health and Safety, and their importance.

Core Principles of Occupational Health and Safety - Course Assessment

Learn the core principles and international standards in Occupational Health and Safety in this free online course.

Core Principles of Occupational Health and Safety

This free online course introduces you to the core principles and international standards in Occupational Health and Safety. You will learn about workers' rights, occupational safety and health policies and systems for prevention and protection, the importance of information, and continuous improvement. You will also receive a basic understanding of the responsibilities of relevant parties and the enforcement of policies.

Introduction to Veterinary Medicine

Making a Diagnosis

The Physical Examination

The Medical History

Biosecurity and Infection Control

Practical Antimicrobial Therapeutics

Diseases of the Alimentary Tract

This module will begin by helping you analyse an overview of veterinary medicine. We will also help you find information on diagnostic methods. This module will look at the different types of palpation. You will find answers to questions like: "What is history collection?" and "How can you perform a close physical examination?"

Diseases of the Liver and Pancreas

Diseases of the Cardiovascular System

Diseases of the Haemolymphatic and Immune Systems

Diseases of the Respiratory System

Diseases of the Urinary System

Diseases of the Nervous System

Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System

In this module, we will help you analyse diseases of the liver and pancreas. In addition, you will examine the principles of circulatory failure. You will have the opportunity to explore abnormalities of plasma protein concentration. This module will help you find answers to questions like: What are the principles of treatment? What is Uraemia?

Diseases of the Skin, Eye, Conjunctiva, and External Ear

Diseases of the Mammary Gland

Decision Making in Veterinary Emergency Medicine

Veterinary Herbal Medicine

Clinical Procedures

Diagnostic Procedures

Veterinary Medicine for Exotic Pets, Zoo and Wildlife Species

This module will begin by helping you analyse an overview of diseases of the skin, eye, conjunctiva, and external ear. We will also help you find information on mastitis. You will also analyse the importance of emergency medicine. You will have answers to questions like: What is transgaunation? Or Why is herbal medicine important?

Diploma in Veterinary Medicine - Course Assessment

This free online course provides knowledge about veterinarians and their practise in providing healthcare to animals.

Diploma in Veterinary Medicine

Veterinary medicine prevents, diagnoses, manages and treats illness and injury in animals. This diploma course explains how a physical examination can lead to a diagnosis. We delve into the medical history of the field and define ‘biosecurity’ and ‘infection control’. We then establish the importance of finding the correct targeted therapy and culture. Sign up to learn the basics of veterinary healthcare and use this diploma to begin your career.

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