Dysphagia

£18.00 inc. VAT

Level: Level 3.

Accreditation: This course is CPD certified.

Course Aims

This course aims to increase your knowledge and understanding of dysphagia.
The course begins by explaining what dysphagia is, who may be affected, the different types and causes of dysphagia. Then you will learn about the signs and symptoms of dysphagia, how it is diagnosed and the treatments available. You will also learn about the risks of dysphagia and how to manage a diagnosis.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course learners should know and understand the following:

  • Know the meaning of dysphagia.
  • Know the stages of swallow.
  • Know the main types of dysphagia.
  • Know the main causes of dysphagia.
  • Know who is most at risk.
  • Know the symptoms of dysphagia.
  • Know the symptoms of dysphagia.
  • Know how dysphagia is diagnosed.
  • Know how dysphagia is treated.
  • Know the risks associated with dysphagia.
  • Know how to manage a diagnosis of dysphagia.

Course Syllabus Includes

  • What is dysphagia?
  • Oropharyngeal dysphagia
  • Oesophagus dysphagia
  • The 5 Stages of Swallow
  • The causes of dysphagia
  • Who is most at risk of dysphagia?
  • Signs and symptoms of dysphagia
  • What to do if you suspect signs of dysphagia
  • How dysphagia is diagnosed
  • Treatments for Oropharyngeal dysphagia
  • Treatments for Oesophagus dysphagia
  • Risks associated with dysphagia
  • Managing a diagnosis of dysphagia

Are courses certified?

Courses are fully certified. Once a learner successfully completes a course you are able to download the completion certificate FREE of charge.

How are courses going to be delivered?

Courses are delivered online and work on any internet enabled device. As long as you have access to an internet connection you can complete courses when and where you like 24 hours a day.

Are online courses accredited?

Yes, they are. Courses are CPD Certified and our Care Certificate is one of the first to be endorsed by Skills for Care.

How long do courses take to complete?

Some of our shorter courses will typically take between 30 minutes and an hour to complete. Some of the bigger ones will take longer and depends largely on each individual’s learning speed.

Dysphagia