Patient Handling Instructor
Course aim:
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to effectively design and
deliver people handling instruction in the workplace
Course objectives
On completion of this course learners will be able to:
- Explain the people handling risk assessment process
- Describe a range of controls to avoid and reduce the risk of injury
- Apply the main principles of manual handling to a range of people handling tasks
- Carry out a range of appropriate people handling techniques to include transferring, supporting, gliding, sliding, rolling, sitting and standing
- Analyse the learner’s performance of people handling techniques
- Develop people handling training programmes, to include lesson plans
- Give effective instruction in practical people handling techniques
Content
- Unit 1 People Handling Risk Assessment
- Unit 2 People Handling Principles and Techniques
- Unit 3 Planning and design of People Handling Training Programmes
- Unit 4 Delivery of People Handling Training
Cost
€1,500
Dates
Location
Glenroyal Hotel, Maynooth, St Francis Private Hospital, Mullingar
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Testimonials
December 2010
“Very good (FETAC Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor) Course for global traiing and good practical skills with principles that can be adapted to suit requirements” Joanne Knaggs, WIDA.
“Philip was extremely professional & approachable in his manner in & out of the classroom. (FETAC Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor) Course content was precise and practical. Both educational & enjoyable!” Deirdre Martin, Offaly Centre for Independent Living.
“I found (FETAC Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor) Course excellent, easy flow through manoeuvres. Trainer easy to learn from, (FETAC Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor) Course content very useful.” Louise O’Cinnseala.
“I really enjoyed the practical side of the (FETAC Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor) Course. It was very informative and interesting” Patricia Purcell, Carers Association of Ireland.
“Super (FETAC Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor) Course, gained a huge amount of knowledge and confidence to apply it” Martin O’Brien, Southern Safety.
“Very enjoyable (FETAC Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor) Course. Well prepared and Philip held everyone’s interest very well. Would recommend to others who are interested in the (FETAC Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor) Course” Gerry McIntyre, Shannon PT.
“(FETAC Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor) Course was very clear and enjoyable. Definitely a benefit in learning techniques to prevent injury” Sabrina Lindsay, Caremark
“Sean and Philip, they are like from the same womb. I found the trainer very accommodative and he has high respect for people like Sean. Keep it up lads” Christopher Kobe
“I found Philip to be an excellent trainer in all respects. He was very thorough, patient and clear throughout” Darragh Byrne, Gheel Authism Services.
“Excellent (FETAC Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor) Course with good interaction. Great material taught in a relaxed style” Mary McLoughlin, Healthcare Training Services
“I really enjoyed the (FETAC Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor) Course, very informative” Valerie Case
“Full on- no messing- very professional Thought for next (FETAC Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor) Course- exam/ day 3 a week later. Feel very competent now-thank you” Geraldine Galvin.
“Very professional-thank you” Caragh Burn Sharma. New Approach
“Both trainers were very knowledgeable and competent and I really enjoyed both (FETAC Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor) Courses, manual and patient handling” Dermot Hopkins, DH Safety
“Very well presented and run as always” Barry Feeley,
“Great (FETAC Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor) Course run by an excellent instructor, really enjoyed it” Rob Roe, Hearts Safety
“Excellent Instructor. Overall, very well run (Patient Handling Instructor) course!” John Fitzgerald, Dublin Fire Brigade.
“ I enjoyed the Patient Handling Instructor course. Good instructor. Well delivered and everything explained well. Great interaction between all participants. Thank you.” Padraig Curley. All In Health & Safety.
“The (Patient Handling Instructor) course was very good. Plenty of time to practise and course kept at a good pace. I liked the small group working together.” Geraldine O'Hara.
“Very enjoyable (Patient Handling Instructor) course. Good group.” Paul Clarke. POC Consultancy.
“(The Patient Handling Instructor Course) was very interesting & informative. Philip has an excellent manner and approach to the aubject”. Pat Hogan. HC Training.
“I thought the Patient Handling training course given by Phillip and assisted by John was excellent. He got the most from the participants throughout the two days facilitating learning from the first minute to the last.” Paschal Hayden