To be able to provide effective care for those with Acquired Brain Injuries

• Recognise the impact of Acquired Brain Injuries 
• Understand how ABIs are defined 
• Know how ABIs are categorised 
• Be aware of Post Traumatic Amnesia 
• Understand the different forms of reduced awareness states 
• Be aware of the symptoms of concussion 
• Know the signs of complications of concussions 
• Be aware of the types of Traumatic Brain Injuries 
• Know how TBIs can progress 
• Be aware of common forms of ABIs 
• Know the first aid steps for a head injury
• Understand what to do in the event of a conscious casualty 
• Know what to do in the event of an unconscious casualty 
• Be aware of the common long-lasting effects of an ABI 
• Know how those with ABIs are rehabilitated 
• Know how to support those with ABIs

To be able to prepare for a new service user ensuring all their specific personal care needs will be met and to provide continued person-centred care

• Know what Active Care is
• Understand the Company Ethos
• Understand and implement the referral and assessment process
• Know and implement the YP guide (including physical checks etc)
• Provide a person-centred care approach
• Understand care planning requirements
• Provide person centred Care Packages
• MDT responsibilities such as OT, Social workers
• Understand staff roles and responsibilities
• Understand the ongoing rehabilitation required and implement the review process
• Recognise Safeguarding and CSE concerns
• Know how to carry out a mental capacity assessment

To be able to provide stimulating activities for those in care

• Understand how quality of life is assessed 
• Recognise the factors that can impact resident life satisfaction 
• Be aware of the effect that social isolation can have on mental and physical health 
• Recognise the factors that can cause feelings of loneliness and isolation 
• Recognise the barriers that can prevent socialisation and inclusion 
• Be aware of methods to overcome these barriers 
• Recognise the benefits of social activities 
• Be aware of the different forms of group and one-to-one activities 
• Recognise the importance of exercise for elderly people 
• Know how to adapt activities using the STEP Model 
• Understand how continued learning opportunities are beneficial for elderly people 
• Know how to provide effective learning activities 
• Be aware of organisations and resources to support social inclusion and activities 

To be able to care for adults at risk, keeping them safe from abuse

• Understand who needs safeguarding 
• Know who an adult at risk is 
• Know whose responsibility it is to safeguard 
• Understand risk factors for abuse 
• Know the relevant legislation 
• Be aware of all the different types of abuse 
• Recognise signs of abuse 
• Recognise a potential abuser 
• Understand disclosure and whistleblowing procedures 

To apply the Adults with Incapacity Act into the care you provide to those with a mental health condition or those living with Dementia

• Be aware of the key facts and statistics surrounding mental capacity
• Know what the Adults with Incapacity Act is, why it’s important and who it affects
• Know how to identify someone with a lack of capacity
• Be aware of the key legislations surrounding mental capacity
• Know the boundaries involved when caring for someone with a lack of capacity
• Recognise how to help individuals make informed choices
• How to risk assess a person’s choices
• Know the 5 key principles of the AWI Act
• Know how and when to assess capacity
• Recognise your responsibility when caring for those lacking capacity

To be able to recognise and treat anaphylaxis

• Know what anaphylaxis is 
• Understand who can be at risk 
• Be aware of the legislation relating to allergies and anaphylaxis 
• Know of the common allergens that can trigger reactions 
• Recognise the symptoms of anaphylaxis 
• Know how to administer first aid to someone with anaphylaxis 
• Understand how adrenaline injectors work 
• Know how to use the most commonly used adrenaline injectors 
• Be aware of the roles and responsibilities surrounding anaphylaxis 

To be promote and apply a positive, happy and conscientious attitude within the workplace

• Understand what a negative attitude is and its effects in the workplace 
• Understand what a positive attitude is and how to demonstrate this in the workplace 
• Know how to avoid bad culture within the organisation 
• Recognise disruptive behaviour and its effects in the workplace 
• Knowing the signs of demotivation 
• The benefits of motivation and the techniques 

To be able to complete a care audit effectively

• Understand the importance of auditing in care 
• Be aware of the legislation which underpins audits 
• Know the Audit Cycle 
• Be aware of the challenges and misconceptions of the audit process 
• Understand how to prepare and plan an audit 
• Be aware of methods of collecting data, and how to do so ethically 
• Know how to use your findings to improve practice 
• Recognise the importance of sustaining improvement, and how to do so

To be able to provide effective care for those with Autism

• Understand what Autism is 
• Recognise the common social impairments caused by Autism 
• Be aware of the common characteristics shared by those with Autism  
• Know how Asperger’s syndrome presents 
• Recognise the commonly prescribe medication, and the rationale behind them 
• Understand how Autism can impact individuals and families 
• Know how to support those with Autism 

To have an understanding of the signs, symptoms and treatments for Autonomic Dysreflexia

• Know what AD is
• Know what Autonomic Dysreflexia is
• Be aware of the pathophysiology
• Know why it occurs
• Be aware of signs and symptoms
• Know some common causes
• Be aware of some complications
• Know some ways to prevent AD
• Understand who is at risk
• Know ways to recognise an episode
• Know ways to treat
• Know ways to reduce the risk
• Know good practice for documentation & reporting
• Be aware of the need for Risk Assessment

To give an understanding of Basic Life Support to allow a person to act to save a life

• Understand what is meant by Basic Life Support
• Know the theory supporting how to perform CPR on adults, children and infants
• Understand the importance of rescue breaths
• Know how to conduct a Primary Survey
• Recognise ways to deal with breathing casualties
• Know how to put a casualty into the Recovery Position
• Be able to identify ways to deal with a choking casualty
• Be aware of how to perform back blows and chest thrusts on adults, children and infants

To be able to make accurate observations and assessments of residents in your care

• Be aware of the importance of observations and assessments 
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of carers and employers 
• Understand the importance of Oximetry 
• Be aware of the consequences of low oxygen levels 
• Know how to take an oximetry reading 
• Understand what a blood pressure reading means 
• Be aware of the consequences of low and high blood pressure 
• Know how to take a blood pressure reading 
• Be aware of the number of ways to assess a resident’s temperature 
• Understand the consequences of low and high blood body temperature 
• Know how to take a resident’s pulse 
• Be aware of the medical conditions a low or high pule rate could indicate 
• Know how to assess respiration 
• Be aware of the medical conditions an abnormal respiration rate could indicate 

To be able to care effectively for those living with blood borne viruses

• Know what Blood Borne Viruses are
• Know how HIV presents
• Recognise how Hepatitis B presents
• Know how Hepatitis C presents
• Understand how blood borne viruses are spread
• Recognise potential routes of transmission
• Understand how transmission can happen in the workplace
• Be aware of the level of risk of transmission

To be able to care for those who have undergone colostomy surgery

• Know what colostomy surgery is 
• Be aware of the indications for the procedure 
• Recognise the different types of colostomy 
• Know how to care for people immediately post-surgery 
• Know how to replace a colostomy bag 
• Understand how to irrigate a stoma 
• Recognise the nutritional needs of those with stomas 
• Be aware of the medication needs of those with stomas 
• Know how to care for the stoma site 
• Understand how colostomy surgery can affect mental health 
• Be aware of common complications of colostomy surgery 

To be able to provide effective bowel care and help with manual evacuation of the bowel

• Know the anatomy and function of the bowel
• Understand how injury can affect the bowel
• Know how the reflex bowel works
• Know how the flaccid bowel works
• Understand how to manage the reflex bowel
• Understand how to manage the flaccid bowel
• Know what constipation is
• Be aware of the causes of constipation
• Know how to treat constipation
• Know some complications of constipation
• Know how to prevent constipation
• Be aware of complications of constipation
• Know the symptoms of diarrhoea
• Know how diarrhoea is treated
• Know ways to care for the bowel
• Understand the procedure for manual evacuation
• Be aware of the risks and benefits of rectal medication

To be understand the rationale, processes and precautions surrounding Cannulation and IV

• Know the NMC Code of Conduct and how it relates to cannulation
• Be able to accurately identify
• Know different ways to gain consent
• Know some initial checks to undertake to aid patient safety
• Be able to undertake basic universal precautions
• Know the vascular system
• Understand the differences between veins and arteries
• Know some indications for cannulation
• Know some contraindications for cannulation
• Understand the procedure for cannulation
• Identify potential problems with the cannulation process
• Be aware of possible complications
• Know how to safely remove a cannula
• Be able to calculate different flow rates

To manage all aspects of person-centred care around the care plan for all residents

• Understand the purpose of a care plan, and what it includes
• Recognise the importance of wishes, preferences, and advance decisions
• Know who is involved in care planning
• Understand your responsibilities, and those of your company
• Know the role and importance of a Key Worker
• Be aware of the legislation surrounding and underpinning care planning
• Understand what a DoLS order is, and its effect on a patient
• Know the information that must be included in an effective care plan
• Record and write clearly and effectively
• Know how to assess risks effectively
• Understand the importance of Person-Centred Care
• Recognise different forms of abuse
• Be able to promote independence

To have a theoretical understanding of the process and necessity of catheterisation

• Understand the anatomy of the male and female urinary systems
• Know who can perform it, and when
• Be aware of the conditions that would necessitate catheterisation
• Know the different forms of catheterisation 
• Be aware of the different materials used in catheters 
• Understand how catheterisation is performed upon both the male and female anatomy 
• Recognise the dangers of catheterisation 
• Be aware of the symptoms of infections and haematuria 
• Understand which documents will need to be filled  
• Know how to correctly assess and notate the fluid balances of residents
• Understand the procedure to take a urinalysis test

To know how to provide effective care for those living with Cerebral Palsy

• Know what Cerebral Palsy is
• Be aware of signs and causes of Cerebral Palsy
• Understand that there are different forms of Cerebral Palsy
• Know how Cerebral Palsy is managed
• Be aware of different therapies for Cerebral Palsy
• Be aware of drug treatments for Cerebral Palsy
• Be aware of surgical procedures used
• Know different conditions related to Cerebral Palsy
• Know different treatments for related conditions
• Know what Dystonia is
• Be aware of treatments for Dystonia
• Know what scoliosis is

To be able to work with children and young people and recognise the signs that they may be a victim of Grooming or Child Sexual Exploitation

• Know what Child Sexual Exploitation, Grooming and Trafficking are
• Be aware of legislation surrounding Child Sexual Exploitation
• Be aware of how grooming works
• Understand how children may be sexually exploited
• Be able to state the effects of Child Sexual Exploitation
• Understand what safeguarding is
• Understanding what to do in the event of disclosure
• Know some suitable organisation that can offer support