Description
Promote health and dignity through good nutrition and hydration
Good nutrition and adequate hydration are essential to health, wellbeing, and recovery. In health and social care, staff must understand how to support individuals with their dietary needs, ensuring they receive the right food and fluids to stay healthy and safe.
This e-learning course, part of the Care Certificate standards, introduces learners to the principles of fluids and nutrition in care. It helps staff understand the importance of a balanced diet, the risks of poor nutrition and dehydration, and how to provide safe and appropriate support.
The course is suitable for all health and social care staff, including care workers, healthcare assistants, and support staff across hospitals, care homes, and community settings.
Key topics include:
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Why fluids and nutrition are vital for health
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The principles of a balanced diet
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Recognising signs of dehydration and malnutrition
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Supporting individuals with food and drink in a person-centred way
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Special dietary needs and cultural or religious considerations
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Safe feeding and hydration practices
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Roles and responsibilities of care workers in promoting nutrition and hydration
By completing this course, learners will gain the knowledge to support individuals with eating and drinking safely, promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing.
✅ Part of the Care Certificate training suite
✅ Essential for supporting health, dignity, and independence
✅ Promotes safe, person-centred nutrition and hydration
Care that nourishes health and wellbeing.
