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20 Credits
Care Certificate - Fluids and Nutrition
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Course Overview
The Fluids and Nutrition module from Highfield’s Care Certificate e-learning series explores the essential role of hydration and nutrition in maintaining health and well-being. It provides learners with the knowledge and confidence to support individuals in making informed choices about food and drink, recognising signs of poor nutrition or dehydration, and meeting individual dietary needs in care settings.
What You'll Learn
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Understand the importance of hydration and nutrition in health and social care
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Identify signs and risks of malnutrition and dehydration
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Learn how to support individuals with eating and drinking in a dignified way
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Understand special dietary requirements and person-centred nutritional care
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Gain awareness of food safety principles when handling food and drink
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Recognise the roles and responsibilities of care workers in supporting good nutrition
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for:
New care workers completing their Care Certificate
Healthcare assistants and support staff in residential, domiciliary, or day care settings
Anyone involved in the preparation, assistance, or supervision of meals and hydration in care environments
Staff looking to refresh their knowledge of person-centred nutritional support
New care workers completing their Care Certificate
Healthcare assistants and support staff in residential, domiciliary, or day care settings
Anyone involved in the preparation, assistance, or supervision of meals and hydration in care environments
Staff looking to refresh their knowledge of person-centred nutritional support
This Course Includes
100 downloadable resources
Available Across Devices
Certificate of completion
2hr on-demand course completion