Learning Outcomes

Course Overview

Introduction to Bloodborne Pathogens

Protect Yourself from Bloodborne Pathogens

Getting into Contact with Blood

Cleaning Up the Mess

Reporting Exposure to Blood

Next Steps

Lesson Summary

This module covers the following aspects of Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP): An Introduction to Bloodborne Pathogens, Protecting Yourself from Bloodborne Pathogens, Response to Blood Exposure, Cleaning up the Mess and Reporting Exposure to Blood.

BBP Course assessment

This free online course teaches you how to identify and treat bloodborne pathogens and confers global accreditation.

Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP)

This course on bloodborne pathogens (BBP) trains you to address health concerns by detecting and responding to germs in people’s blood. This training is required annually by the U.S. Occupational and Safety Health Administration (OSHA). We show you how to identify BBPs and respond appropriately, often with a referral. Complete this course and apply for certification to gain international accreditation that signals your ability to work with blood.

Introduction to Sports First Aid

Emergency Response Planning

Drowning, Choking and Bleeding

Common Sports Injuries

In this module, you'll be introduced to sports first aid and the role of a sports first aider in sports emergencies. We'll show you how to deal with casualties while minimising the risk of infection. You'll learn how to treat common and severe sports injuries, including sprains, fractures, head injuries and more.

Course Assessment - Sports First Aid Training

Learn how to provide emergency care to treat various sports injuries in this free online first aid training course.

Sports First Aid Training

Are you passionate about sports and want to ensure the safety of yourself and those around you? This first aid training course provides the skills required to handle any sports-related emergency properly. We show you how to prepare for emergencies and treat common sports injuries, including sprains, fractures, head injuries and more. We go over basic and advanced first aid techniques to help you become a certified sports first aid provider.

First Aid

Medical Problems

Traumatic Injuries

Environmental Injury and Illnesses

This module will examine the definition of first aid and the components inside the first aid kit. We will define handwashing, the emergency system dispatcher guide and explain when to remove your gloves after administering first aid. We will also explain the causes and symptoms of medical problems and how to give first aid to people suffering from traumatic injuries and environmental injuries.

Adult CPR, AED and Choking

Child CPR, AED and Choking

Infant CPR and Choking

Skills Training Videos

This module will explain what cardiopulmonary resuscitation is comprised of, give a brief outline of when cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillators may be required and explain how to perform them on choking victims. We will analyze the symptoms of choking, how to perform chest compressions, giving breath and how to relieve choking in infants, children and adults.

CPR, AED & First Aid course assessment

This free online certificate course teaches you how to use CPR, AED, and first aid to save lives.

CPR, AED and First Aid

This training course begins with first aid basics, such as how to check responsiveness and recognize common symptoms, before we show you how to treat injuries and cardiac arrest. We explain how to handle choking and how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or use an automated external defibrillator (AED). This course offers global accreditation for your new life-saving skills, so sign up to become a qualified safety officer.

Introduction to Medication Management

Medication Safety

Medication Administration Techniques

Documentation and Record-Keeping

In this module, you will delve into the core principles of medication management and its importance. Learn about medication safety, administration techniques, and the significance of documentation through Medication Administration Records (MAR) and Electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR).

Special Considerations in Medication Management

Medication Calculation and Dosage Adjustments

High-Risk Medications and Administration

In this module, you will focus on the unique needs of specific patient populations and learn the critical skills of medication calculation, and dosage adjustment based on various factors. Gain insights into the administration of high-risk medications, and intricate procedures such as IV push.

Medication Management and Administration - Course Assessment

Learn the best practices for ensuring medication safety through proper medicine management in this free online course.

Medication Management and Administration

This course is designed to empower healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and skills for ensuring proper medication management and administration. From the fundamental principles of proper medication administration to the intricacies of dosage calculations and high-risk medication handling, the course concepts are comprehensive enough to ensure learners are well-equipped to navigate the complex landscape of healthcare and medication.

Introduction to Infectious Diseases

Infection Prevention and Control Measures

Standard Precautions and Isolation Procedures

Healthcare workers are the first line of defence against infections. In this module, you'll learn about infectious microbes and strategies to disrupt interactions between pathogens and hosts in healthcare settings. We'll teach you various infection prevention and control measures, such as hand hygiene, PPE use, isolation and standard precautions.

Occupational Health and Safety for Infection Control

Antimicrobial Stewardship

Outbreak Management and Response

In this module, you'll learn about the importance of health surveillance for healthcare workers, strategies to prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and early recognition of an outbreak. We'll introduce you to antibiotic stewardship and its role in addressing antimicrobial resistance and promoting infection prevention.

Infection Control in Health Care - Assessment

Become an indispensable asset in preventing and controlling infections in health care with this free online course.

Infection Control in Health Care

Any infection within a healthcare facility poses significant risks to patients, carers and staff. Being trained in infection control and prevention can help stop disease outbreaks. This course covers infection control, standard precautions for healthcare providers, as well as the role of antibiotic stewardship in combatting antimicrobial resistance. Enrol now and be the infection control champion your facility needs.

Human Body: Heart, Lungs, Brain & Nervous System

Human Body: Skin & Bones

Human Body: Stomach, Intestines, Kidneys & Bladder

Human Body: Immune System, Diabetes & Senses

In this module you will learn about How Ageing Effects The Body and it covers topics such as  Human Body (Heart, Lungs, Brain and Nervous System); Human Body (Skin and Bones); Human Body (Stomach, Intestines, Kidneys and Bladder); Human Body (Immune System, Diabetes and Senses).

Spinal Cord Injuries & Paralysis

Traumatic Brain Injuries & Strokes

Emotional Impact of Disease & Traumatic Injuries

Preparing for Death

In this module you will learn about Traumatic Injuries & Preparing For Death; and it covers topics such as Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis; Traumatic Brain Injuries and Strokes; Emotional Impact of Disease and Traumatic Injuries; Preparing for Death.

Elderly Care and Caring for the Disabled - End of Course Assessment

In this course learn how to treat people suffering from various mental and physical health conditions, as a result of ageing and traumatic injuries.

Elderly Care and Caring for the Disabled

Alison's free online Elderly Care course will teach you how to treat people suffering from various mental and physical health conditions. Caregivers are highly valued and in-demand professionals who make a big difference to the health organizations they work for. With this short course, you will be able to acquire the essential skills and concepts that will take your caregiving career to the next level.

Introduction to ACLS

ACLS Basic Life Support

In this module you will be introduced to the principles of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and the initial assessment process. You will also learn about basic life support, changes to the ACLS guidelines made in 2015, and when to use both mouth-to-mask and bag-mask ventilation.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Principles of Early Defibrillation

In this module you will learn more about ACLS, including the anatomy and physiology of the heart, airway management and basic and advanced airway adjuncts, as well as the principles and benefits of early defibrillation and the criteria for using an automated external defibrillator.

Systems of Care

ACLS Cases

In this module you will learn about systems of care as well as how to treat various types of ACLS cases, including respiratory arrest, ventricular fibrillation, bradycardia and tachycardia.

ACLS Skills Training

In this module you will learn what steps to take when performing one-person and two-person basic life support for both adults and infants, as well as airway management.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Course Assessment

Successfully complete this free online course on ACLS and apply for a certificate to become globally accredited.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

This free online course takes you through advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) stages, enabling you to recall vital information in stressful situations when every moment counts. Complete this course and apply for certification to gain international accreditation. The course takes you through each stage of ACLS, from approaching an individual in trouble to post-cardiac arrest care. These are life-saving skills that will always be in demand.

Introduction

The Resuscitation Team

PALS Basic Life Support

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

This module covers the following aspects of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS): An introduction to Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), The Resuscitation Team, PALS Basic Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.

Resuscitation Tools

Respiratory Distress/Failure

Bradycardia

Tachycardia

Shock

Cardiac Arrest

Pediatric Post-Resuscitation Care

This module covers the following aspects of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS): Resuscitation Tools, Respiratory Distress/Failure, Bradycardia, Tachycardia, Shock, Cardiac Arrest, and Pediatric Post-Resuscitation Care.

Airway Management

PALS Skills Training

This module covers the following aspects of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS): Airway Management and PALS Skills Training.

PALS Course Assessment

Complete this free online course on PALS and apply for a certificate to become globally accredited.

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

This free online pediatric advanced life support (PALS) course is of great help to anyone who deals with children and infants. It provides lifesaving procedures and skills to employ when faced with emergency situations, trains you to identify respiratory distress symptoms in infants, and teaches you to administer intervention measures. Complete this course and certify your knowledge to gain free international accreditation today.

Dysphagia and Swallowing Reflex

Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Dysphagia

IDDSI and the Importance of Good Oral Health

In this module, you’ll be introduced to the concept of dysphagia and its subcategories. We’ll teach you about the medical and psychological consequences of dysphagia. You’ll learn about the pharyngeal and oral anatomy, the paediatric aspect of dysphagia, the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative and periodontal treatment.

Dysphagia Awareness Training - Assessment

This free online healthcare course covers the causes, symptoms and treatment of dysphagia, a swallowing disorder.

Dysphagia Awareness Training

Not everyone finds it easy to swallow food or liquids. Dysphagia is a swallowing disorder that comes with warning signs and can affect a patient’s oral and overall health. This healthcare course examines the causes of dysphagia before outlining its symptoms and remedies. You will learn about the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI), its framework and the importance of good oral health and dentistry.

Infection Prevention and Control Basics

Roles in Infection Control Settings

Microorganisms, Infections, and Prevention

Outbreak Management and Infection Control

Antimicrobial Resistance, Stewardship, and Disease Prevention

This module provides essential knowledge and practical skills for implementing effective infection control measures in healthcare environments. You'll explore the principles of infection prevention, learn to assess risks and apply best practices for maintaining hygiene and safety in various care settings.

Infection Prevention and Control in Caregiving - Course Assessment

Infection prevention and control in healthcare: Learn to protect patients and professionals in this free online course.

Infection Prevention and Control in Caregiving

This Infection Prevention and Control in Healthcare course provides essential knowledge to safeguard health in various care settings. It covers key areas such as understanding pathogens, infection routes, and the chain of infection, with a particular focus on the impact of hygiene and COVID-19. This course will equip you with the tools to protect patients and healthcare workers from infection risks. Enrol now to advance your expertise.

Course Introduction

Guiding Principles and History

Individuals and Communities

In this module you will learn why quality care services depends on understanding clients; the four guiding principles of support work and how the strengths and resources of clients and their communities are involved.

Significance of Names

Use of Names

Intellectual Disability

In this module, you will trace the historical use of names and labels for people with disabilities, as well as their impact and you will identify classification categories that differentiate levels of intellectual disability and intensities of supports.

Supporting Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illness - Assessment

Learn about supporting people with intellectual disabilities and mental illness with this free online course.

Supporting Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illness

This free online intellectual disability and mental healthcare course will teach you about how quality care services depend on understanding clients. You will study the four guiding principles of support work and how the strengths and resources of clients and their communities are involved in the care process. You will also look into the historical use of names and labels for people with disabilities, and more.

Introduction and Causes of Epilepsy

Seizures and Treatment

Diagnosis and Management of Epilepsy

Behavioural Changes and Support

In this module, you will learn about epilepsy, its classification and its causes. We will also review what constitutes a seizure and ways to treat them. After that, you will explore the differential diagnosis of epilepsy and how to manage them. Lastly, you will study risk management and several support services available to those with epilepsy.

Introduction to Epilepsy Awareness - Course Assessment

Study the symptoms, types, diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy and its associated seizures in this free online course.

Introduction to Epilepsy Awareness

This epilepsy awareness course teaches you about epilepsy and provides important healthcare procedures that can prevent serious harm during seizures. It suits medical students, general doctors, neurologists, nurses and anyone who knows someone who suffers from epilepsy. We examine the classification, causes and treatment of epilepsy and seizures. We also explain how behavioural changes affect epilepsy and how to provide support to epileptics.

Underlying Theories and Clinical Guidelines

Autonomy Principles and Rules of Nonmaleficence

Beneficence and Justice

Moral Rules and Ethical Decision Making

In this module, you will gain insight into the significance of maintaining ethical practices within a clinical environment. You will delve into principles and theories of bioethics, examine the ethical dilemmas encountered by practitioners, and learn the process for making sound decisions when confronted with ethical challenges involving patients.

Principles of Bioethics in Healthcare Practice - Course Assessment

This free online course delves into the core principles of ethical, social, and legal issues within modern healthcare.

Principles of Bioethics in Healthcare Practice

As science and medical technology progress, the ethical, social, and legal considerations commonly referred to as bioethics become more significant in healthcare practice. This course explores the core principles of bioethics and their impact on the field. It aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills to thoughtfully and ethically address bioethical challenges and make well-informed decisions in clinical and healthcare settings.

Administering Supplementary Oxygen

Procedure of Oxygen Administration

Safety Protocol

In life-threatening situations where the body's oxygen supply is depleted, oxygen administration is required to save lives. In this module, you will learn how and when to administer oxygen as well as how to perform CPR on adults, children and infants. We'll teach you the safety concerns with carrying, storing and administering emergency oxygen.

Oxygen First Aid Training - Course Assessment

This free online course will teach you when and how to use emergency oxygen in any first-aid situation.

Oxygen First Aid Training

Many first aid situations require the administration of oxygen to critically injured or ill persons and the use of oxygen requires knowledge and training. In this course, we'll teach you everything from recognising situations where emergency oxygen will be beneficial, to providing oxygen to breathing and non-breathing patients. You'll learn about different oxygen delivery systems, hazards associated with oxygen use and safe handling techniques.

Roles and Responsibilities of Carers

Legal and Ethical Issues in Caregiving

Caregiving and Communication

Communicating with Individuals with Disabilities

In this module you will learn about the Roles and Responsibilities of Carers; and it covers topics such as Legal and Ethical Issues in Caregiving; Communications and the Caregiving Process; Communicating with Individuals with Disabilities.

Stress Management and Organizational Skills

Observing, Reporting and Documenting

Cultural Differences and Caregiving

In this module you will learn about Stress Management and Organizational Skills;  and it covers topics such as Observing, Reporting and Documenting; Cultural Differences and Caregiving.

Introduction to Caregiving - End of Course Assessment

Learn about caregiving skills including legal and ethical responsibilities, and working as part of a team.

Introduction to Caregiving

This free online Caregiver training course will give you an understanding of the basics of caregiving, including legal and ethical responsibilities and working as part of a team. Caregivers are highly valued and in-demand professionals who make a big difference to the health organizations they work for. This course will give you a full run-through of these essential concepts so that you can give your caregiving career a real boost today.

Introduction to HIPAA

HIPAA Privacy Rule

HIPAA Security Rule

This module defines HIPAA and its purpose, identifying those required to comply, including covered entities and business associates. It explains essential terms such as PHI and ePHI, and introduces the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules, which establish standards to safeguard health information and maintain patient data confidentiality and security.

HIPAA Compliance Requirements

Best Practices for Handling PHI

HIPAA Compliance Program Implementation

This module presents HIPAA compliance requirements and best practices for managing Protected Health Information (PHI). It instructs learners on establishing an effective HIPAA compliance program, addressing policies, staff education, risk evaluations, and safeguards to uphold privacy, security, and alignment with federal standards.

Common HIPAA Violations

Responding to a HIPAA Violation

Enforcement of HIPAA Regulations

This module examines frequent HIPAA violations, including unauthorized access or disclosure of PHI. It details appropriate response actions to potential breaches and explains how HIPAA regulations are enforced. Learners will gain insight into investigation procedures, penalties, and the Office for Civil Rights’ role in ensuring compliance.

HIPAA Compliance Essentials - Course Assessment

Learn HIPAA essentials, compliance best practices, and consequences of violations with this free online course.

HIPAA Compliance Essentials

HIPAA compliance ensures patient data privacy and security, critical to healthcare. This course covers essential best practices for strict compliance and highlights the consequences of non-compliance, safeguarding patient confidentiality and promoting industry standards. This course was reviewed and approved by a qualified subject-matter expert, Vincent Adeyemi, a doctor and regulatory compliance specialist. Enrol now to enhance data protection.