Professional Skills for Patient Care Assistants
£100.00 (inc. VAT)
What is the aim of this course?
The aim of this course is to improve your reception, consulting and infection control skills. The topics cover an array of subjects to help you build up your confidence in communication, educating clients and best practices in infection control.
Intended learning outcomes
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
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Discuss the need for good client care and how to organise a diary considering the needs of the clinical team
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Show confidence in consulting including admits and discharges, weight control and preventative healthcare
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Differentiate the microorganisms that cause disease in the veterinary environment and how to limit the spread of disease through infection control
Who is the course for?
This course is for those who are employed in the role of Patient Care Assistant (PCA), or one of the equivalent positions (e.g. VCA, ANA, ACA).
Course structure
This is a 100% online course and can be completed in your own time at your own pace.
Course Instructors
Nimisha Patel-Cook
Learning Partner
I graduated from the University of Bristol in 2015 with a BSc in Veterinary Nursing and Bioveterinary Science. After university, I made a permanent move to the South West where I’m based. I have previously been on BVNA Council where I founded the British Student Veterinary Nursing Association (BSVNA). I started at Langford Veterinary Services as a feline nurse, then made the move to Highcroft and progressed to Deputy Head Nurse. I moved into my role as a Learning Partner in October 2021 and have since completed my Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE).
Karen Learmonth
Advanced Veterinary Nurse
I am a 12-year qualified veterinary nurse who has worked in small animal practice as both a head nurse and a practice director. I have been working with the Learning, Education and Development team since January 2020, looking after the nursing programme.
I have my Advanced Diploma in Veterinary Nursing and recently obtained my Masters degree in Veterinary Nursing. I have a special interest in medical nursing and love supporting nurses in all aspects of their learning.