Care Assistant & Companion Online Training

The Care Assistant & Companion Online Training is a comprehensive, professionally developed program designed to prepare individuals for fulfilling roles in personal support, companionship, and domiciliary care. This globally accessible training provides the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to support vulnerable individuals—especially the elderly, disabled, or those with mental health conditions—in their daily lives with empathy, safety, and professionalism.

With a structured curriculum aligned with health and social care standards, the course covers vital topics such as infection prevention, medication handling, emergency response, and mental health support. Learners will gain confidence in providing emotional support, ensuring patient dignity, and managing complex care needs with compassion and competence.

Whether you’re starting a care career or upskilling to meet professional care demands, this training prepares you to work in home care, residential facilities, or private companion roles across the globe.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand responsibilities and ethics in domiciliary and companion care roles.
• Maintain high health and safety standards during caregiving tasks.
• Prevent infections using industry-approved hygiene and control protocols.
• Deliver basic life-saving support confidently in emergency situations.
• Administer medication safely under guidelines and legal frameworks.
• Support individuals’ mental health with empathy and effective techniques.

Course Link : Care Assistant & Companion Online Training

Course Curriculum

Module 01: Introduction to Domiciliary Care

Learn the purpose, scope, and responsibilities of domiciliary care roles. Understand person-centred care and the values that underpin quality caregiving.

Module 02: Health and Safety for Domiciliary Carers

Explore safety protocols, risk assessments, and injury prevention in home care. Learn how to protect yourself and service users in daily caregiving environments.

Module 03: CSTF Infection Prevention and Control

Understand hygiene standards and infection control measures. Learn hand hygiene, PPE use, and how to break the chain of infection in vulnerable settings.

Module 04: CSTF Resuscitation – Basic Life Support

Acquire basic life-saving skills including CPR, recovery positions, and emergency response protocols, especially tailored for carers in domiciliary settings.

Module 05: Medication Management and Administration

Learn how to safely handle, administer, and document medications. Understand dosage regulations, storage guidelines, and medication-related responsibilities for carers.

Module 06: CSTF Information Governance

Master the principles of data protection, confidentiality, and information sharing. Learn the importance of secure record keeping in healthcare and care environments.

Module 07: CSTF Conflict Resolution

Discover strategies to manage conflict calmly and professionally. Develop communication techniques to handle disputes and emotionally charged situations in care settings.

Module 08: Mental Health Care

Gain insights into supporting individuals with mental health conditions. Learn how to provide empathetic, respectful care while promoting emotional wellbeing.

Disclaimer:

This is an online course with pre-recorded lessons. You will get access to the course within 48 hours after your enrolment.