By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Explain the importance of pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
• Explain PALS basic life support (BLS)
• Describe how to administer BLS for children and infants
• Identify when a child or infant is experiencing a life-threatening emergency
• Explain the importance of resuscitation tools in PALS
• Recognize the various signs and symptoms of respiratory distress or failure
• Explain the procedure for responding to bradycardia
• Explain the procedure for responding to tachycardia
• Identify the key indicators to check for when carrying out post-resuscitation care
• Describe the process of assessing a child’s or an infant’s airway
• Identify the most preferable solution based on airway assessment
• Describe the process of performing an infant one-person BLS and two-person BLS

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Discuss the need for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
• Recognize various signs of abuse in children and vulnerable adults
• Distinguish between different types of child abuse
• Analyze various short-term and long-term impacts of abuse and trauma
• Indicate appropriate strategies to create a safe environment for children in various settings
• Outline essential child protection policies and protocols
• Describe how to build trust and rapport with children and vulnerable adults
• Recall how to protect children and vulnerable adults in a cohesive and collaborative manner

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Define ‘manual handling’ and lay out its four key areas
• Discuss how to recognise and prevent manual handling injuries
• Explain how to carry out manual handling risk assessments 
• Analyse the role of legislation relevant to the health and safety aspects of manual handling
• Outline how to determine the maximum weight you can safely handle
• Describe the proper technique for lifting heavy weights

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify what constitutes Protected Health Information (PHI)
• Discuss the HIPAA Privacy, Security and Enforcement Rules
• Define ‘HIPAA’, ‘PHI’ and ‘ePHI’
• Outline the HIPAA compliance best practices for handling PHI
• Describe the role of Covered Entities and Business Associates according to HIPAA
• Outline administrative, physical and technical safeguards prescribed by the HIPAA Security Rule
• Discuss the enforcement consequences of HIPAA violations
• Describe the connection between HIPAA and Electronic Health Records (EHRs)
• Explain how to develop and implement a HIPAA compliance program
• List individual rights laid out by the HIPAA Privacy Rule

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe the importance of hand hygiene in both healthcare settings and everyday life
• Explain the various types of hand hygiene practices and their significance in preventing infectious diseases
• Classify the consequences of poor hand hygiene compliance, both on an individual and global scale
• Evaluate the relationship between hand hygiene and the transmission of infectious diseases
• Identify the responsibilities of healthcare professionals in setting an example for hand hygiene compliance
• Recognise the impact of hand hygiene on public health, including its role in reducing healthcare-associated infections
• Discuss common barriers that hinder individuals from practising good hand hygiene

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Explain what paediatric first aid is and the role of first responders
• Outline the process of initial assessment and the importance of prioritising treatment for infants and children
• Describe the cardiopulmonary resuscitation ( CPR) process, CPR transfer and the AED in children and infants
• Explain various illnesses, their triggers and how to administer first aid in these situations
• Explain the effects of acute medical conditions, ranging from minor injuries to life-threatening emergencies
• Discuss the potential risks and hazards that exist in different environments
• Summarise the limitations of first aiders' medical skills and the need to engage emergency services
• Outline how to recognise and treat conditions caused by heat or cold

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe the characteristics of a confined space
• Assess various hazards associated with working in confined spaces
• Explain the hierarchy of controls and how to apply them to effectively manage confined space hazards
• Discuss confined space rescue techniques and emergency response procedures
• Explain how to develop an effective confined space entry program
• Discuss the roles and responsibilities of confined space entrants, standby attendants and entry supervisors
• Describe the types of atmospheric testing equipment and explain how to conduct atmospheric tests
• Outline the requirements and issuance process of a confined space entry permit
• Identify the safety equipment most frequently used to perform confined space rescue operations

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe sanitary food handling practices
• List correct cleaning and sanitizing procedures
• Outline safe practices in the food preparation area to avoid accidents
• List personal cleanliness guidelines for handling food
• Describe the role and influence of the manager in the food service sanitation and safety operation
• Recall the OSHA regulations for reporting incidents

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Discuss infection-prevention methods in healthcare settings
• List measures to limit cross-infection with MRSA in healthcare settings
• Describe common disinfection methods and their effectiveness
• Explain the basic principles of immunisation against infectious diseases
• Indicate vaccination guidelines to prevent the six targeted diseases responsible for over 90% of deaths due to infection
• Outline the infectious diseases that spread from person to person, their treatment and preventive techniques
• Compare the susceptibility of men and women to acquire sexually transmitted diseases
• Identify risk factors for contracting common sexually transmitted diseases
• Analyse the spread, diagnosis and control of various sexually transmitted infections

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Classify drugs by source, legal status and effect on the central nervous system
• Describe how addiction starts and the role of the brain in addiction
• Recall the myths and misconceptions regarding the use of drugs and alcohol
• Define ‘drugs’
• Discuss the historical context of drugs and their use in the modern era
• Recognise the short- and long-term effects of drugs and alcohol on the body and mind
• Analyse the relationship between mental health and substance abuse and misuse
• Evaluate the signs, risk factors and interventions required for overdoses
• Discuss the social implications of drugs and alcohol
• Explain how to enhance self-awareness and resist peer pressure to prevent drug and alcohol misuse
• Recognise the signs of substance abuse in others and explain how to intervene
• Outline the importance of early intervention in helping people addicted to drugs and alcohol

On completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Explain the concepts and uses of motivational interviewing
• List the four principles of motivational interviewing
• Identify the steps involved in micro-counseling skills
• List the six levels of training suggested by Bill Miller and Theresa Moyers
• Define cognitive dissonance theory
• State the circumstances that are the best fitting for GMI (group motivational interviewing)
• Discuss the practitioner's roles in different stages of change

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Explain the concept of manual handling
• Summarise the different types of manual handling in the workplace
• Outline the factors that lead to injuries in manual handling
• Recognise the different types of injuries and disorders
• State the legal obligations of the employer and employee
• Describe how to conduct a risk assessment
• List the steps for controlling and reducing risk in the work environment
• Indicate the process of accident and incident reporting in the workplace
• Discuss safe lifting, carrying and lowering techniques