Stroke Awareness

This Stroke Awareness training course covers the risk factors, symptoms and effects of stroke. The course also explains how care workers can help with rehabilitation and daily living.

  • Suitable for: Nurses, HCAs and residential care staff

  • Delivery method: Face-to-face / Virtual training

  • Course length: ½ day

  • Max attendees: 15 delegates

Who is this training for?

This CPD training course is designed for organisations wishing to train 8 or more staff members and can be delivered either face-to-face, or as an online webinar. For further information, please contact us on 02920 494 969 or make an online enquiry.

Course information

Stroke Awareness training is crucial for nurses and healthcare assistants because it enhances their ability to recognise early warning signs, understand the complexities of stroke recovery, and implement appropriate interventions. It also equips them with the knowledge and skills needed to identify, manage, and provide effective care for stroke patients.

This training course is aimed at all health care professionals; from those who may be new to caring, to those wishing to refresh or extend their existing stroke knowledge and skills. The course syllabus covers such topics as:

  • What is a stroke, its causes and effects
  • Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA)
  • Stroke can happen to anyone
  • Damage to the brain
  • Common problems – how strokes can effect movement, mobility, eating and continence
  • Stroke rehabilitation – the needs of the victim, their family and friends
  • Be aware of different professionals and services available
  • Understand the impact of physical effects on daily living
  • Psychological changes including sensory, cognitive and communication issues

Delivery methods

Acute Training Solutions strive to deliver an engaging and informative learning experience in a safe and inclusive environment. All of our training courses are delivered by experienced healthcare professionals across the UK. This healthcare training course is available via the following delivery methods…

This course can be delivered to a maximum of 15 delegates and can be tailored to meet your organisation's specific needs.

This course can be delivered via Zoom or MS Teams to a maximum of 20 delegates. Virtual sessions are most commonly used as refresher training sessions.

Make an enquiry

Acute Training Solutions can provide tailored healthcare training to your organisation or team. To find out more about this course, please contact us on 02920 494 969 or complete the short online form below. A member of our team will be in touch right away.