Patient Moving & Handling

Service Description

Patient Moving & Handling Training Safe patient moving and handling is an essential skill for healthcare professionals working in hospitals, nursing homes, disability services, residential care, community care and home support. This practical course provides participants with the knowledge, confidence and hands-on skills required to safely assist patients with mobility while reducing the risk of injury to both the patient and the caregiver. Participants will learn evidence-based moving and handling techniques using modern healthcare equipment and realistic workplace scenarios, helping to promote dignity, independence and person-centred care. Our experienced instructors combine theory with practical demonstrations to ensure every participant develops the confidence to apply safe techniques in their workplace. Who Should Attend? This course is suitable for: ✔ Healthcare Assistants ✔ Nurses ✔ Social Care Workers ✔ Support Workers ✔ Home Care Staff ✔ Residential Care Staff ✔ Disability Support Workers ✔ Community Care Workers ✔ Hospital Staff ✔ Care Assistants ✔ Healthcare Students What You Will Learn ✔ Principles of safe patient handling ✔ Risk assessment before moving a patient ✔ Anatomy of the spine ✔ Correct body mechanics ✔ Safe repositioning in bed ✔ Bed-to-chair transfers ✔ Chair-to-wheelchair transfers ✔ Standing and walking assistance ✔ Using slide sheets safely ✔ Transfer boards ✔ Mobile hoists ✔ Standing aids ✔ Preventing musculoskeletal injuries ✔ Communication with patients during transfers ✔ Infection prevention during handling activities ✔ Practical scenario-based exercises Course Includes ✔ Instructor-led practical training ✔ Hands-on demonstrations ✔ Modern patient handling equipment ✔ Interactive learning ✔ Practical assessment ✔ Certificate of Completion ✔ Course materials ✔ Refreshments (where applicable) Why Train With Global Family Healthcare Training Academy? ✔ Experienced Healthcare Trainers ✔ Practical Hands-on Learning ✔ Small Class Sizes ✔ Modern Training Equipment ✔ Affordable Course Fees ✔ Friendly Learning Environment ✔ Corporate On-site Training Available ✔ Ongoing Student Support Certification Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Patient Moving & Handling Certificate of Completion. Corporate Training We deliver Patient Moving & Handling training for: Nursing Homes Hospitals Residential Care Services Disability Services Home Care Providers