This event is face to face. We have ensured that the seating is socially distanced. Please do bring a mask. You will also need to bring your own lunch.
The theory and practice of the HCA role in Primary Care. Includes accountability, supervision, legal frameworks and practical workshops for a range of clinical skills.
All delegates will participate in a skills workshop to learn and practice the necessary skills.
On completion of the course, all delegates will have to undergo a period of supervised practice in their workplace and formal assessment of competency.
Review of:
- The law relating to practice, accountability and delegation
- The relevant anatomy, physiology and various disease processes involved in the procedures
- Measurement of:
- Pulse
- Temperature
- Respirations
- Blood Pressure
- Blood Glucose
- Peak Flow
- Urinalysis
- Pulse Oximetry
- Basics of ECG recording
- Documentation and record keeping
- How to achieve competence
- Supervision
- The role of your mentor
- How to maintain competencies by regular practice and updates
- Recognition of their limitations and know where to seek help and advice as necessary
All delegates will participate in a skills workshop to learn and practice the necessary skills.
On completion of the course, all delegates will have to undergo a period of supervised practice in their workplace and formal assessment of competency.