This course is a gentle, step-by-step introduction to the practical skills, emotional insights, and everyday planning that family carers need to support a loved one at home. It’s ideal for beginners, new carers, and anyone who wants to provide care with confidence, clarity, and compassion.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
– Assist with personal care tasks like bathing and dressing
– Use safe techniques for lifting and supporting mobility
– Communicate clearly and calmly with the person they care for
– Manage medication prompts and meal planning
– Take care of their own emotional wellbeing and avoid burnout
Course Modules
- Module 1: Getting Started as a Family Carer
• Module 2: Daily Care Skills and Routines
• Module 3: Mobility and Safety at Home
• Module 4: Communication and Emotional Support
• Module 5: Planning Ahead and Looking After You
Course Features
– 5 self-paced modules
– Video presentations for each topic
– Workbooks and checklists to support learning
– Bonus downloadables to print and use
– Certificate of Completion
– Friendly, plain-English explanations
– Accessible on mobile, tablet, and desktop
Curriculum
- 5 Sections
- 5 Lessons
- Lifetime
- Module 1Welcome to Module 1: Understanding Your Role as a Family Carer. This workbook is designed to support you as you work through the first module of our course. Feel free to make notes, reflect on your experiences, and use the checklists provided.1
- Module 2Welcome to Module 2: Daily Care Essentials. This workbook is designed to support you in learning safe, effective, and compassionate techniques for providing daily care at home. Use the exercises and checklists to guide your practice.1
- Module 3Welcome to Module 3: Moving & Positioning at Home. This workbook provides guidance on how to assist a loved one with mobility safely. We will focus on preventing falls, protecting your back, and encouraging independence.1
- Module 4Welcome to Module 4: Communication & Emotional Support. Caring for a loved one isn’t just about physical tasks—it’s also about listening, understanding, and supporting them emotionally. This module will help you communicate more effectively and offer support without becoming overwhelmed.1
- Module 5Welcome to Module 5: Getting Help & Staying Legal. This final module helps you understand when and how to get additional help, how to stay within the law, and how to make sure both you and your loved one are protected.1
