Domiciliary Practitioner
Domiciliary Practitioner training for your team, delivered on-site by our experienced trainers.
About the course
Domiciliary Practitioner
The full content is set out below, exactly as our trainers deliver it.
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Everything the course covers, exactly as our trainers deliver it:
Diabetes
- Diabetes
- Symptoms
- Diagnosis and testing
- Blood glucose tests
- Hypoglycaemia
- Hyperglycaemia
- Long term problems
- Insulin
- Health checks
- Nutrition
Basic Life Support
- BLS
- CPR
- Recovery position
- DRS ABCD
- Choking
- Treating choking
Mental Health
- Mental health
- Legislation
- Causes of mental health conditions
- Types of mental illness
- Psychosis and schizophrenia
- Learning disabilities
- Stress
- Looking after your mental health
Oral Health
- Oral health priorities
- Function and anatomy of the mouth
- Common mouth problems
- Supporting good oral health
- Denture care
- Health care checks
Dementia
- What is dementia?
- Types of dementia
- Stages of dementia
- Positive Behaviour Support
- Care and support
Medication Administration
- Introduction to medication
- Absorption and interactions
- Recording and MARs
- Ordering, auditing and storage
- The administration process
- Medication checks
- Procedures
- Disposal of medication
- Errors
Dysphagia and IDDSI
- The IDDSI Framework
- IDDSI characteristics
- Drinks flow test
- Food tests
- Choking
- Risk assessment
- Roles and responsibilities
- Resources
Anaphylaxis
- What is anaphylaxis
- Legislation
- Allergens
- Anaphylactic shock
- Adrenaline injectors
Safeguarding
- Adults at risk
- Safeguarding
- Legislation
- Recognising abuse
- The abuser
- Reporting abuse
PEG / NG Feeding
- Clinical complications of PEGs / NG tubes
- Feeding regimes and their management
- Administration of feeds
- Flushing tubes and obstructions
Wound Care
- Structure and function of the skin
- Pressure ulcers and wounds
- Principles of the wound healing process
- Reporting and safeguarding
- Facts and statistics
- Documentation
- Debridement
- Dressings
Spinal Injury
- The spinal cord
- Spinal cord injuries
- Autonomic dysreflexia
- Caring for spinal injuries
End of Life Care
- Communication
- End of life symptoms
- End of life drugs
- Syringe driver
- Pain
- Documentation
- Advance care plans
- Spiritual needs
- Care after death
Basic Observations
Parkinson’s Disease
- What is Parkinson’s disease?
- Symptoms
- Types of Parkinson’s
- Treatment
- Care
Multiple Sclerosis
- What is multiple sclerosis?
- Diagnosis
- Types of MS
- Common symptoms
- Treatment
- Care
Other Common Conditions
- Arthritis
- Hypertension
- Cancer
- Coronary heart disease
- Osteoporosis
- Stroke
Catheter Care
- Incontinence
- Catheters
- Drainage bags
- Choice and dignity
- Hygiene and PPE
- Infections and complications
- Fluid balance
Epilepsy & Buccal
- The brain
- Seizures
- Managing seizures
- Medication
- Alternative treatments
- Emergencies
- Rescue medication
- Documentation
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These subjects sit naturally alongside this course — and we can combine courses into one visit.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Where is the training delivered?
All of our training is delivered on-site at your service, anywhere in the UK — we come to you, so there are no travel costs or venue hire for your team.
How long is the Domiciliary Practitioner course?
It runs as a 4-day course, delivered in one visit unless stated otherwise.
How many delegates can attend?
Up to 15 delegates per session.
Do delegates receive a certificate?
Yes — every delegate receives a certificate on completion. Certificates are valid for 1 year, so plan refresher training before they expire.
How much does the course cost?
We price every course on application, based on your dates, location and delegate numbers. Use the contact buttons below — we reply quickly with a quote.
Can we combine courses into one visit?
Yes. Many clients build a full training day from shorter courses, and we can deliver several subjects in one visit — just tell us what your team needs.
Do you only train care providers?
No. This course suits care & nursing homes, home care (complex packages), hospices, hospitals & clinics, supported living. If your sector isn’t listed, ask — we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
Book this course
We bring Domiciliary Practitioner training to your service
Delivered on-site at your service, nationwide, with pricing on application. Tell us your dates and delegate numbers and we’ll reply quickly with a quote.
Part of our specialist training range. Also explore mandatory training and clinical training.