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Oxygen therapy is used in a range of health and social care settings to support individuals who require additional oxygen. Understanding when oxygen therapy may be appropriate, how it can be delivered and how individuals receiving oxygen should be monitored is important for promoting safe and effective care.
This CPD-accredited Oxygen Therapy in Health and Social Care course is designed for healthcare professionals, nurses, care workers, healthcare assistants, support workers and other professionals who may support individuals receiving oxygen therapy. Learners will develop an understanding of indications and contraindications, oxygen delivery methods, monitoring techniques, potential complications and best practices for safe administration.
CPD Accredited
Certificate Included
Learn at Your Own Pace
1 hour
Quizzes covered in each module
Oxygen therapy awareness
Safe oxygen administration and monitoring
*For individual learners. Need to train multiple staff? See Organisation pricing
Why This Course Matters
Build awareness of the safe use of oxygen therapy in care settings.
Improve understanding of common oxygen delivery methods.
Support appropriate monitoring of individuals receiving oxygen therapy.
Improve awareness of potential complications and safety considerations.
Promote safer and more consistent oxygen therapy practices.
Did You Know?
Oxygen is a medicine and should be administered safely in line with an individual's clinical needs, prescribed or authorised treatment plan and appropriate professional guidance.
Why Learn With Carelearner
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Complete the course and pass the final assessment to receive a CPD-accredited certificate ready to download, print and keep on file for inspection.
What's Inside the Course?
Here are the modules you will cover in this course:
Indications and Contraindications for Oxygen Therapy
Introduces oxygen therapy and explores situations where it may be indicated or unsuitable, alongside the importance of following individual care plans and professional guidance.
Various Methods of Oxygen Delivery
Explores common oxygen delivery methods, including nasal cannulae and masks, and considers their appropriate use within care settings.
Monitoring Techniques for Patients Receiving Oxygen
Covers key principles of monitoring individuals receiving oxygen therapy and the importance of recognising changes that may require further assessment or escalation.
Complications and Best Practices for Safe Administration
Explores potential complications associated with oxygen therapy and highlights safe administration practices, appropriate monitoring and adherence to established procedures.
Who Is This Course For?
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Care Workers
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Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)
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Support Workers
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Senior Carers
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Nurses
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Residential & Nursing Home Staff
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Domiciliary Care Staff
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Supported Living Staff
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Agency Care Professionals
Meet the Expert Behind Your Course
Manu Thomas is an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Former CQC Specialist Advisor and NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme Fellow. As the Founder of Pentafold Ltd and CareLearner, and a member of a NICE professional committee, he brings extensive clinical, regulatory, and healthcare innovation expertise to the development of this course.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Receive a CPD-accredited certificate upon successful completion
Strengthen your professional portfolio with accredited training.
Safely assess manual handling operations before providing support.
Choose appropriate techniques and equipment for different situations.
Understand key monitoring considerations for individuals receiving oxygen therapy.
Recognise potential complications and apply principles of safe oxygen administration.
FAQ
What is the Oxygen Therapy in Health and Social Care course about?
This course provides an understanding of oxygen therapy and its use in health and social care. It covers indications and contraindications, oxygen delivery methods, monitoring and safe administration.
Who should take this Oxygen Therapy course?
This course is suitable for nurses, healthcare professionals, healthcare assistants, care workers, support workers and other professionals who may support individuals receiving oxygen therapy.
What will I learn from this course?
You will learn about oxygen therapy indications and contraindications, common delivery methods, monitoring techniques, potential complications and safe administration practices.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
The course provides an introduction to oxygen therapy and is suitable for professionals who want to develop or refresh their awareness and knowledge in this area.
Can I complete this course online?
Yes. The course is delivered online, allowing you to complete the training at your own pace and from a location that suits you.
Can I complete this course on my phone?
Yes. The course is fully responsive and can be completed on desktop, tablet or mobile devices. Learn at your own pace, wherever and whenever it suits you.
How long does it take to complete the course?
The course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning. The time required will depend on your individual learning speed and how you choose to work through the course materials.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. Upon successful completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate that can be used as evidence of your continuing professional development.
Is this course CPD accredited?
Yes. This Oxygen Therapy in Health and Social Care course is CPD accredited, demonstrating that it meets recognised standards for Continuing Professional Development.
Can I study at my own pace?
Yes. The course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning, allowing you to work through the training at a time and pace that suits your schedule.