The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

• 6 months
• 9 months

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In order to apply you should have either:

• No formal qualification required

  OR;

1. **Introduction to Aged Care**
   - Overview of the aged care sector
   - Roles and responsibilities of aged care workers
   - Ethical and cultural considerations in aged care

2. **Aging and Health**
   - Understanding the aging process
   - Common health issues in the elderly
   - Promoting healthy aging and well-being

3. **Personal Care and Hygiene**
   - Assisting with bathing, grooming, and dressing
   - Maintaining personal hygiene and dignity
   - Infection control and hygiene practices

4. **Medication Management**
   - Safe medication administration
   - Recording and documenting medication
   - Recognizing and responding to medication-related issues

5. **Nutrition and Diet**
   - Nutritional needs of the elderly
   - Meal planning and preparation for seniors
   - Special dietary considerations

6. **Safety and Emergency Response**
   - Identifying and mitigating safety hazards
   - Responding to emergencies in aged care settings
   - Evacuation procedures and first aid

7. **Communication and Interpersonal Skills**
   - Effective communication with elderly clients
   - Handling challenging behaviors
   - Building trust and rapport

8. **Dementia Care**
   - Understanding dementia and its types
   - Communication strategies for dementia care
   - Providing person-centered care

9. **Palliative Care and End-of-Life Support**
   - Providing comfort and support to the terminally ill
   - Cultural and spiritual considerations in palliative care
   - Grief and bereavement support

10. **Legal and Ethical Framework**
    - Legal responsibilities in aged care
    - Privacy and confidentiality
    - Reporting abuse and neglect

11. **Practical Placement**
    - Hands-on experience in an aged care facility
    - Applying skills and knowledge in a real-world setting
    - Supervised practice and assessment

12. **Professional Development**
    - Continuous learning and career advancement
    - Reflective practice and self-improvement
    - Industry updates and trends

These units cover essential topics to equip international students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the field of aged care.

Assessment is via assignment submission

The fee for the programme is as follows:

• 6 months - Accelerated mode @ GBP £1250
• 9 months - Standard mode @ GBP £950

The programme offers following fee payment plans:

6 months programme
● Payment option (a): GBP £416 x 3 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b): GBP £1187.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

9 months programme
● Payment option (c): GBP £190 x 5 monthly instalments
● Payment option (d): GBP £475 x 2 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (e): GBP £902.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

For detailed information, we kindly advise you to chat with our admissions team.