Oral Care for Health and Social Care (TQUK Level 2 Certificate) (19+) — Online Learning
Course outline
This course is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their understanding of oral health care, ranging from beginners to experienced care professionals.
Training in oral health for care staff is a requirement set by the Care Quality Commission for residents in care homes. Participants will learn to identify dental care issues and promote the maintenance of good oral health.
You will learn:
Unit 1: Principles of Oral Health Care
- Section 1: Comprehend the fundamental principles of oral healthcare
- Section 2: Recognize indicators of poor oral health
- Section 3: Identify factors that adversely affect oral hygiene and strategies for prevention
- Section 4: Understand the consequences of inadequate oral hygiene on overall health
Unit 2: Oral Hygiene Equipment and Support
- Section 1: Familiarize yourself with the tools utilized to maintain optimal oral health
- Section 2: Determine when it is appropriate to seek professional guidance
- Section 3: Recognize barriers individuals may encounter when accessing oral care services
Unit 3: Principles of Promoting a Person-Centred Approach to Oral Hygiene
- Section 1: Understand the principles of person-centred care
- Section 2: Acknowledge the significance of fostering active participation
- Section 3: Recognize the importance of individual wellbeing
- Section 4: Understand the necessity of developing personalized care plans for oral hygiene
- Section 5: Appreciate the advantages of involving family members in oral hygiene care plans
Unit 4: Principles for Providing Oral Care in a Health and Social Care Setting
- Section 1: Recognize the importance of documenting oral hygiene practices and dental treatments
- Section 2: Understand the significance of obtaining informed consent
- Section 3: Know when to seek professional advice on behalf of those in your care
- Section 4: Acknowledge the importance of using protective equipment
Unit 5: Providing Oral Care in Care Settings
- Section 1: Understand how to offer oral care for individuals at the end of life
- Section 2: Recognize the specific oral care needs of denture wearers
- Section 3: Understand oral care requirements for individuals with medical conditions
- Section 4: Know how to conduct a thorough oral assessment
Throughout your course, you will receive support from one of our dedicated tutors.
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Location:
Online Learning
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Date / time:You can start this course at any time. |
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Course code: C055060 / Q055061 |
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| Qualification | TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Oral Health for Social Care |
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| Duration | 16 weeks |
| Level | Level 2 |
| Entry requirements | There are no formal entry requirements, but you must be aged 19+. Please note: All students will need to complete an Initial Assessment before being enrolled onto the course |
| Teaching & assessment | The course evaluation is conducted through internally developed and graded assessments across various subjects. All participants will be assessed on their knowledge and understanding throughout the duration of the course. To achieve a pass grade, all learning outcomes and assessment criteria must be satisfactorily met. |
| Progression | You can progress to other units within our online learning offer. |