Stroke Awareness
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This Stroke Awareness course is aimed at those healthcare workers providing support to individuals who are suffering from, or affected by, stroke. It will help the learner to understand what stroke is, the wide-ranging effects it can have on individuals and the varying types of support available.
Course Level: Introductory Course
Duration: 1 Hour
Accreditation: CPD Certified
Certificate: Self-Printed Certificate
Description
The course begins with a review of stroke related statistics and some important facts about stroke. The course then goes onto describe what happens when a stroke occurs and the three main types in detail.
What are the risk factors for stroke, which can be divided into two groups – modifiable and non-modifiable? Learn the acronym FAST for identifying stroke signs and symptoms.
Learn what you can do to help whilst waiting for the emergency services. Learn how healthcare professionals should work with individuals who have suffered stroke.
The course describes what treatments are recommended for the different types of stroke and more about the effects of stroke on the brain. Finally the course explores rehabilitation and professional support for individuals suffering from stroke.
Learning Objectives
On completion of this course, learners will have a good understanding of and be able to:
- Define stroke
- Identify risk factors for stroke
- Explain how to reduce risk factors for stroke
- Identify signs and symptoms of stroke
- Describe how to respond to stroke
- Explain how stroke is treated and managed
- Described the impact of stroke on individuals
Accreditation
The content of this course has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.
Certification
On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a Virtual College certificate which you will be able to download and print immediately on completion.
Duration
It is anticipated this course will take approximately one hour to complete, depending on learning speed.
Target Audience
The target audience are healthcare professionals, including adult care workers.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
What you'll learn
- Define stroke, Identify risk factors for stroke
- Explain how to reduce risk factors for stroke
Suitable for
- Healthcare workers
Certification
Upon completion of any of our courses, learners will be able to download a digital certificate from Virtual College which will include the accrediting bodies logo where applicable, the learner's name, the title of the course and the date of completion.
If you have purchased the posted certificate option, available on selected courses, a high quality, seal embossed, certificate will be sent out by Royal Mail delivery.

Self-Printed Certificate Option
Upon completion of the course, a digital certificate will be available to download instantly.
Recommended renewal: Every year
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