Continence Awareness and Promotion
Continence care is a vital part of providing person-centred support in health and social care. This training course is designed to help care staff understand the physical, emotional and practical aspects of continence promotion, and how to support individuals in maintaining as much independence and dignity as possible.
Bladder and bowel problems can have a significant impact on quality of life, often leading to social isolation, embarrassment and reduced confidence. With the right support, many of these issues can be managed or improved. This course covers how continence issues arise, how to recognise and assess them, and the different strategies available for prevention, management and containment.
Suitable for care workers, support staff, and professionals working in residential, community or home care settings, this course will build confidence in addressing continence sensitively and effectively.
What You Will Learn
- Understanding normal bladder function and identifying changes
- Common bladder and continence problems
- Causes and risk factors for incontinence
- How to approach continence care with dignity and respect
- Prevention strategies and early intervention techniques
- Managing urinary incontinence effectively
- Assessment tools including fluid balance charts, bladder retraining and 3-day diaries
- Supporting individuals with cognitive impairment or dementia
- Containment strategies and appropriate product use
- An overview of catheter care and associated risks
- Promoting independence and reducing reliance on containment products
- Communication and record-keeping around continence care
Certification
All participants will receive a certificate of achievement upon successful completion of the course.
