The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

• 6 months
• 9 months

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In order to apply you should have either:

• No formal qualification required

  OR;

1. **Introduction to Aged Care**
   - Overview of the aged care industry
   - Historical perspective and evolving needs

2. **Communication and Interpersonal Skills**
   - Effective communication with elderly clients
   - Building rapport and trust
   - Dealing with communication challenges

3. **Health and Safety in Aged Care**
   - Understanding safety protocols
   - Infection control measures
   - Emergency response and evacuation

4. **Supporting Independence and Well-being**
   - Promoting client independence
   - Mental and emotional well-being
   - Cultural sensitivity and diversity

5. **Nutrition and Meal Assistance**
   - Nutritional requirements for the elderly
   - Meal planning and preparation
   - Dietary restrictions and special diets

6. **Mobility and Personal Care**
   - Assisting with mobility and transfers
   - Bathing, grooming, and dressing assistance
   - Skin care and pressure ulcer prevention

7. **Medication Management**
   - Medication administration and safety
   - Record-keeping and documentation
   - Recognizing adverse effects and reporting

8. **Dementia Care**
   - Understanding dementia and its stages
   - Strategies for dementia care
   - Communication techniques for dementia clients

9. **End-of-Life Care and Palliative Support**
   - Providing comfort and dignity in palliative care
   - Emotional support for clients and families
   - Ethical considerations in end-of-life care

10. **Workplace and Legal Responsibilities**
    - Employment rights and obligations
    - Legal and ethical standards in aged care
    - Reporting incidents and maintaining confidentiality

11. **Practical Placement and Assessment**
    - Hands-on experience in a real-aged care setting
    - Assessment of competency and skills

12. **Career Development and Further Education**
    - Exploring career pathways
    - Continuing education opportunities
    - Professional development in aged care

These units in the Aged Care Certificate 3 Fast Track course cover essential knowledge and skills needed for a successful career in aged care, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to provide quality care to elderly clients.

Assessment is via assignment submission

The fee for the programme is as follows:

• 6 months - Accelerated mode @ GBP £1250
• 9 months - Standard mode @ GBP £950

The programme offers following fee payment plans:

6 months programme
● Payment option (a): GBP £416 x 3 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b): GBP £1187.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

9 months programme
● Payment option (c): GBP £190 x 5 monthly instalments
● Payment option (d): GBP £475 x 2 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (e): GBP £902.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

For detailed information, we kindly advise you to chat with our admissions team.