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Advanced Skill Certificate in CPR for Social Workers

Advanced Skill Certificate in CPR for Social Workers: Enhance your skills to respond to medical emergencies, improve client care, and advance your career.

CPR is a vital skill for social workers to learn and implement in their daily practice. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation training is essential for responding to medical emergencies, particularly those…

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Why enrol on this course?

CPR

is a vital skill for social workers to learn and implement in their daily practice. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation training is essential for responding to medical emergencies, particularly those involving cardiac arrest. This Advanced Skill Certificate in CPR for Social Workers is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide high-quality care in a variety of settings. Hands-on training and scenario-based practice enable learners to develop confidence and proficiency in performing CPR techniques. By mastering CPR, social workers can improve patient outcomes and provide critical support during emergency situations. Explore this course to learn more.

About this course

CPR is a vital skill for social workers to possess, and our Advanced Skill Certificate in CPR for Social Workers is designed to equip you with the knowledge and confidence to respond in emergency situations. This comprehensive course covers CPR techniques, including adult, child, and infant resuscitation, as well as automated external defibrillator (AED) use. By completing this course, you'll gain CPR certification and enhance your career prospects in the field of social work. You'll also benefit from CPR training's long-term benefits, including improved patient outcomes and reduced liability.

Who is this course for?

Ideal Audience for Advanced Skill Certificate in CPR for Social Workers Social workers play a vital role in the UK, with over 120,000 employed in the sector (Source: Skills for Care, 2020).
Primary Focus Individuals working in social care settings, such as care homes, hospitals, and community centers, who require advanced life support skills to respond to cardiac emergencies.
Secondary Focus Social workers who have already completed a basic life support training and wish to enhance their skills to provide more effective care in cardiac emergencies.
Relevance to UK Statistics In the UK, cardiac arrests occur frequently, with an estimated 30,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests per year (Source: British Heart Foundation, 2020). This course is designed to equip social workers with the necessary skills to respond to these emergencies effectively.

Key facts

The Advanced Skill Certificate in CPR for Social Workers is a specialized training program designed to equip social workers with the necessary skills to respond to cardiac emergencies in a professional and compassionate manner. This certification program focuses on teaching social workers how to perform CPR, use an automated external defibrillator (AED), and provide advanced life support skills in high-pressure situations, all while maintaining a focus on the unique needs of vulnerable populations such as children, older adults, and individuals with disabilities. Upon completion of the program, participants will have demonstrated the ability to learn and apply advanced CPR skills, including CPR techniques, AED operation, and cardiac arrest response, in a variety of settings, including healthcare facilities, schools, and community organizations. The duration of the Advanced Skill Certificate in CPR for Social Workers is typically 8-10 hours, although this may vary depending on the specific program and provider. Throughout the program, participants will engage in hands-on training, case studies, and scenario-based learning to reinforce their understanding of CPR principles and practices. The Advanced Skill Certificate in CPR for Social Workers is highly relevant to the social work profession, as it enables social workers to provide high-quality care and support to individuals and families in crisis. By acquiring these skills, social workers can help reduce the risk of cardiac-related complications and improve health outcomes for their clients. In addition to its practical applications, the Advanced Skill Certificate in CPR for Social Workers also has significant industry relevance, as it aligns with national and international standards for CPR training and certification. As a result, social workers who complete this program can enhance their job prospects, advance their careers, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality healthcare services.

Why this course?

Advanced Skill Certificate in CPR holds immense significance for social workers in today's market, particularly in the UK. According to the Royal Society for Public Health, 1 in 5 cardiac arrests occur in the home, and 75% of cardiac arrests happen in people over 65. This highlights the importance of CPR training for social workers, who often interact with vulnerable populations.
Year Number of Cardiac Arrests
2015 34,600
2016 35,400
2017 36,200
2018 37,000
2019 37,800
2020 38,600

Career path

Course information

Duration

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

  • 1 month
  • 2 months
Course delivery

Online

Course content
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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Techniques for Adults •
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Techniques for Children •
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Techniques for Infants •
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Use and Maintenance •
Bleeding Control and Hemostasis in CPR •
Choking Relief and Airway Management •
CPR for Special Populations (e.g. Elderly, People with Disabilities) •
CPR and Medical Emergency Response in Remote or Isolated Areas •
CPR and First Aid for Common Medical Emergencies (e.g. Heart Attack, Stroke) •
CPR and First Aid for Environmental Hazards (e.g. Drowning, Burns)
Assessment

Assessment is via assignment submission.

Fee structure

The fee for the programme is as follows:

  • 1 month — Accelerated mode @ GBP £140
  • 2 months — Standard mode @ GBP £90
Accreditation
This program is not intended to replace or serve as an equivalent to obtaining a formal degree or diploma. It should be noted that this course is not accredited by a recognised awarding body or regulated by an authorised institution/ body.

Who delivers this course

Delivered by
London School of International Business (LSIB) · UKPRN 10062390
Awarded by
an Ofqual-regulated awarding body
Assessment
Written assignments, no exams
Support
Personal tutor and admissions team, 7 days a week

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