Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course participants will gain the relevant skills and knowledge to:

•  Assess the relative danger or safety of patient handling tasks
•  Recommend preventive measures which can reduce the risk of injury
•  Lift and handle patients safely
•  Identify risks and recommend control measures
•  Instruct others on the theory and techniques of safe patient handling

This Course is Designed For:

Current manual handling instructors looking to upgrade their qualification to FETAC standard.

Training Methodology:

This course is classroom based; it is highly interactive with role-playing and practical exercises to reinforce understanding and learning.

What to Bring to the Course:

Participants should wear comfortable clothing for practical activities. There will be extensive moving and stretching involved.

Duration of the Course:

2 days.

Participants:

A maximum of 12 participants per course.

Certification:

On completion of this course, participants will receive a FETAC level 6 Instructing Patient Handling certificate.

Upcoming Courses:

Patient Handling Instructors Course FETAC Level 6 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) run in Kildare. View Dates