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This is a very
practical course, however it is vitally important that the skills
gained are founded upon a good understanding of sound, evidence based theory, both are
therefore included in the course syllabus.
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Module 1 -
Anatomy & Physiology
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the human body & how it works
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basic human needs
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introduction to
good nutrition & healthy eating
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Module 2 - Ageing & Disease
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the effects of
ageing |
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diseases &
conditions associated with ageing |
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relevant
medications |
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promoting
safety in the home & the prevention of accidents |
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Module 3
- Promoting Health, Strength & Independence
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promoting an active lifestyle
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principles of exercise
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evidence based exercise for people with ongoing health conditions & diseases
including frequent falls, obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease,
includes the FaME and Otago programmes and an introduction to Tai Chi
exercises |
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planning to
teach a range of safe & simple exercises to older
people |
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teaching a range of safe & simple exercises to older
people |
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evaluating the session and own performance
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Module 4
- Promoting Lifelong Learning
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can older people really learn new things?
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promoting
lifelong
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overcoming barriers to
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learning styles
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identifying interests
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teaching / learning strategies
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providing
suitable and worthwhile learning
opportunities |
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Module 5
- Promoting Spiritual, Social & Emotional Well-being
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providing opportunities
to express spiritual beliefs |
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providing opportunities for pastoral care &
counselling |
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dying, bereavement and the grieving process
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providing opportunities
for exciting and fun packed social interaction
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providing opportunities
to promote feelings of belonging, worth and having a role in life
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Module 6 - The Tool Kit
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communication skills
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equality & diversity
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data protection
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health, safety & risk
assessment |
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basic first aid
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CPR skills
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essential food
hygiene |
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manual handling
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business awareness -
staying within the law |
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