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Dysphagia

Course Aims:

This E-Learning 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.

Course Price:

£18.00 Inc VAT

Learning Outcomes:

Know the meaning of dysphagia

Know the stages of swallowing

Know the main types of dysphagia

Know the main causes of dysphagia

Know who is most at risk

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

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Courses are fully certified. Once a learner successfully completes a course you are able to contact us directly to receive your Certification.

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.

Yes, our Courses are CPD Certified.

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.

Course Price:

£18.00 Inc VAT

Level:

3

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 dysphagia: Treatments for Oropharyngeal dysphagia

Treatments for dysphagia: Treatments for Oesophagus dysphagia

Risks associated with dysphagia

Managing a diagnosis of dysphagia