Dermatology for HCAs - M&K Update
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OVERVIEW
Introduction to the skin anatomy and physiology, terminology clinical features of common skin conditions.
Understanding impacts of skin conditions long term, introduction in to common skin conditions encountered in practice.
Recognition of skin infestations and infections.
Recognising skin cancers.
Older skin and importance of assessing and protection and avoiding wounds associated with aging skin.
Understanding of treatments using soaps, moisturisers and emollients with broader understanding of their function in skin protection.
CONTENT
Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin
Lesions, lumps and bumps
Terminology and skin assessment
Quiz - group
Introduction to dermatology and common skins conditions
Skin cancers and how to recognise
Skin infections and infestations
Caring for older skin
Preventing wounds and ulcers - medicated bandages
How emollients work: Soaps, moisturisers, emollients and shampoos - their functions and how to use them.
AIMS AND OUTCOMES
A course for Healthcare Assistants, designed to give a broader understanding of anatomy and physiology of the skin and giving ability in recognising lesions, lumps and bumps.
ATTENDED BY
Healthcare Assistants
How to apply for funding and apply for this course
Please complete the MS Form available at the following link: Funding Request MS Form
The Training Hub will review and respond to your funding request. If funding is approved, it will be your responsibility to book your place on the course you wish to attend, we will provide the instructions to do this. Applications will be reviewed in order of the course date (soonest courses first) and date received. If you have any questions, please contact us at hwetraininghub@nhs.net.
Please note, you will need to send us your booking confirmation within 1 week of your funding being approved as places are limited. Failure to do this will result in your funding being withdrawn and you will need to reapply.
Course cost
The approximate course per delegate is: £170
If your funding request is approved the Training Hub will cover the full cost of this course.