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Parkinson's Disease Online Training

Develop the knowledge and practical understanding needed to support individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease safely and effectively within healthcare and care settings.

This Parkinson's Disease Online Training course is designed for healthcare professionals, carers, and support workers involved in supporting individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease across healthcare and residential care environments.

The course helps learners understand Parkinson’s symptoms, progression, medication management, communication challenges, person-centred care, and the importance of safe and compassionate support throughout all stages of the condition.

Online Parkinson's Disease Training for Healthcare Staff

This online Parkinson's Disease training module provides healthcare workers with the essential knowledge needed to recognise Parkinson’s symptoms, support daily living needs, manage risks, and promote the wellbeing, dignity, and independence of individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease.

The course focuses on symptom awareness, medication timing, mobility support, communication strategies, multidisciplinary working, and person-centred care planning.

Who Should Complete This Course?

This course is suitable for:

• Nurses
• Healthcare Assistants
• Support Workers
• Senior Carers
• Care Home Staff
• Community Care Workers
• Clinical Support Staff
• Allied Healthcare Professionals
• Agency Healthcare Workers
• Rehabilitation Staff
• Dementia Care Staff
• Any healthcare worker supporting individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease

Course Duration

• Approximately 1 hour online learning
• Self-paced training
• Accessible on desktop, tablet, and mobile
• 1 CPD point awarded
• Certificate issued on successful completion
• 6 months access from the date of purchase

Course Aim

The aim of this course is to provide healthcare staff with the knowledge and understanding required to support individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease safely, recognise symptoms and complications, promote independence, and deliver effective person-centred care.

What You Will Learn

By the end of the course learners will be able to:

• Understand what Parkinson’s Disease is and how it affects the body
• Recognise motor and non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease
• Understand the progression and stages of Parkinson’s Disease
• Recognise common complications associated with Parkinson’s
• Understand the importance of medication timing and adherence
• Identify supportive therapies and interventions
• Support communication, swallowing, and mobility difficulties
• Promote person-centred care and safety
• Work effectively with families and multidisciplinary teams
• Access relevant UK guidance and support resources

Course Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Parkinson’s Disease

Understand the causes, prevalence, and effects of Parkinson’s Disease.

Topics include:

• What is Parkinson’s Disease
• Basic neurology and dopamine function
• Types of Parkinsonism
• Epidemiology and prevalence in the UK
• Causes and risk factors
• Impact on daily living and wellbeing

Module 2: Symptoms and Diagnosis

Learn to recognise common symptoms and understand diagnostic approaches.

Topics include:

• Motor symptoms
• Tremor and rigidity
• Bradykinesia and movement difficulties
• Postural instability and gait changes
• Non-motor symptoms
• Cognitive, speech, and swallowing changes
• Clinical diagnosis and differential diagnosis

Module 3: Parkinson’s Progression and Phases

Develop awareness of how Parkinson’s Disease changes over time.

Topics include:

• Early, mid, and advanced stages
• Symptom progression
• Motor fluctuations
• Dyskinesias and complications
• Recognising deterioration
• Long-term care considerations

Module 4: Management and Care Planning

Understand approaches to supporting individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease.

Topics include:

• Parkinson’s medications and their purpose
• Importance of medication timing
• Medication side effects and monitoring
• Physiotherapy and mobility support
• Occupational therapy interventions
• Speech and language therapy support

Module 5: Supporting Daily Living and Communication

Learn practical strategies for supporting independence and wellbeing.

Topics include:

• Activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Mealtime support and swallowing safety
• Mobility and falls prevention
• Environmental adjustments
• Communication techniques
• Cognitive impairment support strategies

Module 6: Specialist Challenges and Mental Health Support

Explore complex symptoms and emotional wellbeing considerations.

Topics include:

• Freezing of gait
• Dyskinesia and “off” periods
• Orthostatic hypotension
• Depression and anxiety
• Hallucinations and psychological symptoms
• End of life and palliative care approaches

Module 7: Person-Centred Care and Team Working

Develop confidence in delivering safe, person-centred support.

Topics include:

• Individualised care planning
• Respecting routines and preferences
• Working with multidisciplinary teams
• Family involvement and communication
• Safe moving and handling
• Choking and falls risk management

Module 8: Reflection, Assessment, and Resources

Strengthen learning through practical reflection and evidence-based guidance.

Topics include:

• Case studies and care scenarios
• Reflective practice exercises
• Applying learning to practice
• Parkinson’s UK guidance
• NICE guidelines and best practice
• Ongoing professional development resources

Assessment and Certification

Learners will complete an end of course assessment to test their understanding of Parkinson’s Disease, symptom management, medication awareness, communication strategies, person-centred care, and safe support practices.

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a Parkinson's Disease Online Training certificate.

CPD Information

• 1 CPD point awarded
• Supports Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) continuing professional development requirements

Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) CPD Requirements

It is necessary to complete 35 hours of relevant CPD within the three-year period since your last registration renewal or since joining the register.

Of these 35 hours, a minimum of 20 hours should be dedicated to participatory learning, involving activities that facilitate interaction with other professionals.

Why Choose This Course?

• Flexible online learning
• Designed specifically for healthcare and care staff
• Supports safer Parkinson’s care practices
• Promotes person-centred support and independence
• Improves understanding of medication and symptom management
• Strengthens communication and multidisciplinary working
• Instant certification on completion

Additional Information

If you need more information about this course, please contact Train Healthcare directly:

Telephone: 0208 3266 704
Email: contact@trainhealthcare.com

Please note that refunds are not available for online training purchases.

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