Motor Neurone Disease
Motor neurone disease training helps your team provide effective care for people living with the condition. Delivered on-site by our experienced trainers.
About the course
Provide effective care for people with motor neurone disease
By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Recognise the causes of motor neurone disease
- Understand how motor neurone disease is diagnosed
- Recognise the symptoms of motor neurone disease
- Be aware of the key medical interventions for people with Motor Neurone Disease
- Understand how to provide care and support for people with Motor Neurone Disease
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Everything the course covers, exactly as our trainers deliver it:
Introduction To Motor Neurone Disease
- What is motor neurone disease?
- Motor neurone disease and frontotemporal dementia
- The anatomy and physiology of the brain
Diagnosis And Symptoms
- Diagnosis
- Early symptoms
- Later symptoms
Treatment
- Medication
- Speech therapists and dietitians
- Occupational therapists
- Physiotherapy
- Emotional support
Caring For Those With Motor Neurone Disease
- Assisting with mealtimes and choking risk
- Falls awareness
- Supporting exercise
- Personal care & hygiene
- Breathing and ventilation
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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 Motor Neurone Disease course?
It runs as a half day – 3 hours 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. We recommend refreshing every year.
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 & domiciliary, supported living, day services, hospices. If your sector isn’t listed, ask — we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
Book this course
We bring Motor Neurone Disease 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 neurological training range. Also explore behaviour management training and mental health training.