Parkinson’s Disease
Who is it aimed at?
This course is aimed at anyone who is supporting people with Parkinson's Disease, within Residential and Domiciliary services.
What are the objectives?
This course provides candidates with an increased awareness and more knowledge of Parkinson’s Disease.
This course includes the following topics:
- Introduction to Parkinson's Disease, including who it affects and what causes it.
- Providing Care for someone with Parkinson's Disease, including the role of the care worker.
- Treatment of Parkinson's Disease, including treatments and 6 main types of drugs.
- Introducing to Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), including the 3 disorders and primary symptoms and treatments.
- Palliative Care and Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), including palliative care, the role of the care professional.
How will it make a difference?
Providing a better understanding and knowledge of the disease and how to support them.
Delivery method:
Classroom
Duration:
1 Day
Cost:
No Charge
How to apply:
Please apply through Thinqi Sirgar.
Please note - This course is only for CCC staff.
Partners, agency staff or people who do not work for the Council but meet the eligibility criteria to attend this course should complete this application form.
If you need any assistance or have a query, please email: learninganddevelopment@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
Find out more information on how to make and manage your application if you are a council employee or visit this page if you do not directly work for us. It is important that you complete the correct online application form, if you need any assistance or have a query please email the Learning & Development Team.