Stoma Care Awareness (3hrs)

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The Level 2 Specialist Award in Stoma Care Awareness ensures that Participants working in the adult social care sector have an understanding of what a stoma is, why a person may have one and the potential side effects. The course will also outline the physical and emotional support which may be required by an individual who has a stoma.

At First Response Training we can provide face-to-face, classroom-based courses inhouse at your premises or venue of your choice, open courses at our public venues and a range of e-learning, distance learning and webinar courses, as well as blended learning solutions.

By the end of this course learners will:

• Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the digestive system
• Identify and explain the different types of stoma and the reasons why they are fitted
• Understand and explain the dietary requirements for people with different types of stoma
• Recognise complications and abnormalities which may be experienced with a stoma

Course syllabus:

• The digestive system
• Stoma, colostomy, ileostomy
• Dietary requirements
• Stoma abnormalities
• Care and support
• Record keeping
• Infection control

Certificate title: Level 2 Specialist Award in Stoma Care Awareness

Certificate validity: 3 years