Skin Integrity and Pressure Ulcers Online Training Course

This online training course is focused on raising awareness about pressure ulcers. You will see the ridiculously high percentage that could be avoided with the right care and support.
By being aware of who is at high risk and carrying out the right checks, you can make a real difference to an individual's quality of life.
We will guide you through what to look for and what to do.
This course is part of our unlimited Course and Certificate package
Pricing for Social Care Training starts from £3 per person per month inclusive more info>>
Who should take this Skin Integrity online training course?
This online training course has been designed specifically for Care and Support Workers and Managers working in a social care setting. It may also be useful to a wider audience of people who would like to know more about pressure ulcers.
We offer our courses for your LMS as SCORM files. Depending on the scope of what you need there may be a charge for this. Please connect to discuss it with us.
Skin Integrity Online Training Course Content
- What is meant by skin integrity?
- What are pressure ulcers?
- Who is most at risk?
- Consequences of pressure ulcers?
- How to assess pressure ulcers
- Prevention early detection
- When to seek help
- Reducing the risk of pressure ulcers
Online Training Course Duration
On average, this online course should take around 30 minutes. Find out more here.
Aims of the Skin Integrity Training Course
At the end of this eLearning you will be able to:
- Understand the essentials about skin integrity
- Understand how pressure ulcers occur and how to prevent them
- Understand the categorisation of tissue damage
- Identify people at risk and apply early intervention techniques
- Promote lifestyle choices to reduce the risk of pressure ulcers
- Know when to seek medical help
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Social Care Unlimited Course and Certificate Package
Price options are per user per month, inclusive
- Most FlexibleMonthly Plan 6 excluding VATUnlimited Access to ALL coursesNo set-up fees or hidden chargesTraining MatrixPrice per person, per month1 month notice period
- Better than Half PriceAnnual Plan 3 p/month (exc. VAT)Unlimited Access to ALL coursesNo set-up fees or hidden chargesTraining MatrixPrice per person, per yearBilled Annually
- For organisationsMultiple Plan POA For multiple staff, contact us for a demo, bespoke pricing and a dedicated account managerUnlimited Access to ALL coursesNo set-up fees or hidden chargesTraining MatrixPOANotice Period: By arrangement


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If you sign in to your account on Click before you take this training course, you will be able to change the accessibility settings to suit your needs. This includes translation into 100+ languages, some of which can also be read out loud to you.
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