Description

The Chronic Disease Awareness eLearning course provides learners with an understanding of chronic diseases and the ways in which long-term health conditions can affect individuals in their everyday lives and in the workplace.

The course explores common chronic diseases, factors that may contribute to their development and the importance of prevention, early recognition and appropriate management. Learners will consider how lifestyle, working practices and supportive workplace environments can contribute to health and wellbeing, while developing greater awareness of colleagues who may be living with a long-term health condition.

Who Should Attend?

• Employees at all levels.
• Managers, supervisors and team leaders.
• Employees with responsibilities for workplace health and wellbeing.
• HR and people management personnel.
• Employees who work with or support individuals living with chronic health conditions.
• Anyone looking to develop their general awareness of chronic disease and its potential impact.

What You Will Learn

• What is meant by chronic disease and long-term health conditions.
• Examples of common chronic diseases.
• The potential impact of chronic disease on individuals and their everyday lives.
• Common factors that may contribute to the development of chronic disease.
• The importance of prevention and early recognition.
• How lifestyle factors can influence long-term health.
• The importance of appropriate medical advice, treatment and ongoing management.
• How chronic health conditions may affect an individual at work.
• Recognising that the impact of a long-term condition can vary between individuals.
• The importance of respectful and supportive workplace communication.
• Supporting colleagues who may be living with a chronic health condition.
• The role of appropriate workplace adjustments and support.
• Maintaining appropriate privacy and confidentiality.
• Promoting positive health and wellbeing practices.
• Contributing to a supportive and inclusive workplace environment.

Course Delivery

This course is delivered as self-directed eLearning through the ELMO learning platform.

Learners can work through the course at their own pace and can move backwards and forwards through the learning content as required. The course does not need to be completed in one sitting, allowing learners to leave and return to their training where necessary.

Interactive activities may be included throughout the course to reinforce key learning points.

Assessment

Knowledge and understanding are checked through online assessment activities. Depending on the course content, these may include multiple-choice questions, matching exercises, drag-and-drop activities and image-based questions.

A minimum score of 70% is required to successfully complete the course.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course and assessment requirements, learners will receive a UK Rural Skills (UKRS) Accredited Certificate of Training.

Course Duration

The course is self-directed and learners can progress through the content at their own pace. Completion time may therefore vary depending on the individual learner.

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