Hearing Impairment Awareness in Health and Social Care
Level 1 | Instant Access | Includes Assessment & Certificate | UK CPD Accredited | Instant Certificate Download
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- Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
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Hearing Impairment Awareness in Health and Social Care Settings - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.
Welcome to our online Hearing Impairment Awareness in Health and Social Care Settings training course. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).
Hearing loss in the UK affects one in six of the population, estimated to be around 11 million people. With the UK's increasingly ageing population, the prevalence of hearing loss is set to increase.
Entry requirements - No prerequisites required
Assessment type - Complete end of course assessment (80% needed to pass and gain CPD certificate)
Certification/Qualification - Downloadable CPD certified certificate
Cost(s) of assessment and certification - Assessment and certification costs included in the course price
Course accreditation - CPD Certification Service (CPDUK)
Hearing Impairment Awareness in Health and Social Care Settings - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.
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CPD Certified Certificate
Digital certificate - Included
A digital CPD-certified certificate can be downloaded from the learner's account once a learner has successfully completed the course with an 80% pass mark or better in the end-of-course assessment.
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Course aims
The aims of this Hearing Impairment Awareness in Health and Social Care Settings e-learning course are to:
- Develop a basic understanding of deafness in health and social care settings.
- Recognise the different perspectives of deafness.
- Know the communication strategies to support the deaf and hard of hearing (HOH).
- Realise how deafness in an older person may affect their wellbeing.
- Understand the significance of the Equality Act (2010) and Accessible Information Standard (2016) towards duty of care and 6Cs when supporting the hearing impaired.
Learning objectives
On completion of this Hearing Impairment Awareness in Health and Social Care Settings eLearning course, the learner will be able to:
- List the causes of hearing loss.
- Describe how deaf awareness contributes to high-quality care.
- Justify the promotion of independence and wellbeing among the deaf and hard of hearing care clients.
- Suggest ways of easing communication needs and preferences of the deaf and hard of hearing older people.
- Justify the need for abiding by legislation regarding the deaf and hard of hearing care service users.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this online Hearing Impairment Awareness in Health and Social Care Settings training course, the learner will be able to:
- Explain how deaf awareness contributes to providing high-quality care.
- Describe the causes of hearing loss.
- Give examples of the communication strategies to support and meet the communication needs and preferences of the deaf and hard of hearing older people, including how one can promote independence and wellbeing.
- Explain the legal requirements of the Equality Act (2010) and Accessible Information Standards (2016).
Why is this online Hearing Impairment Awareness in Health and Social Care Settings training course important?
This course aims to raise awareness and understanding of hearing impairments in older people and explains why some people who develop through the ageing process lose their hearing.
This course also explains the causes of hearing loss and associated health conditions and the different types of hearing assistive technology available. It highlights the effects of hearing loss and demonstrates ways to support individuals with hearing loss in a care home and the wider community.
What is covered in this course?
This online Hearing Impairment Awareness in Health and Social Care Settings training course covers the following:
- Introduction
- Session 1 - Understanding the different perspective of deafness and hard of hearing
- Session 2 - Types of hearing loss
- Session 3 - Effective communication strategies
- Session 4 - Relevant legislation and guidance
- Session 5 - Summary.
Hearing Impairment Awareness in Health and Social Care Settings - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.
Who is this course for?
This online Hearing Impairment Awareness in Health and Social Care Settings training course is suitable for the following:
- Domiciliary care workers
- Home caregivers
- Locum and agency care workers
- Community healthcare assistants
- Support workers
- Care assistants.
Hearing Impairment Awareness in Health and Social Care Settings - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.
Requirements
Learn anywhere, anytime on any device
You will need access to a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone device to complete these online courses. You can start, pause/stop and return to where you left off.
Our courses utilise responsive design features, making them available on any device of your choice.
Hearing Impairment Awareness in Health and Social Care Settings - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.
Career path
Our online courses and programmes range from introductory modules at Level 1 (awareness/beginner) to advanced and expert modules up to Level 6.
Our e-learning modules count towards CPD hours for professionals in various sectors as well as meeting mandatory and statutory requirements.
Hearing Impairment Awareness in Health and Social Care Settings - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.
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