Home based care refresher short course

Compassionate Care at Home

Learn the practical skills to provide safe, confident and compassionate care at home.

A Preview of what you will learn

11 focused modules

Your Learning Journey

A progressive pathway from essential care foundations to more specialised support.

 Foundations of Home-Based Care

Care principles, health, hygiene and workplace safety.

 Supporting Daily Living

Daily activities, nutrition, hydration and emergency response.

 Emotional & End-of-Life Support

Mental wellbeing and compassionate support during sensitive times.

 Inclusive & Specialised Care

Disability, chronic conditions and respectful communication.

Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for anyone providing or preparing to provide care at home.
  • Home-based caregivers
  • Family member caring for a loved one
  • Individuals entering the care sector
  • Caregivers looking to refresh or strengthen their skills

What This Refresher Course Helps You With

Understand the foundations of home-based care

Provide safe, respectful, and compassionate daily support

Respond confidently to health, emotional, and practical care needs

Support individuals with a range of conditions and abilities

Apply care principles in real-life home environments

Supporting emotional and mental wellbeing

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How You Will Learn

This course goes beyond reading material. Each module includes a variety of learning activities designed to help you understand, reflect, and apply what you learn in real care situations.

Each module includes:

  • 🎥 Video-based presentations with guided explanations

  • 🎧 Podcasts to reinforce key concepts

  • 📝 Practical assignments to apply learning

  • 📺 Supporting videos for real-world context

  • ✍️ Reflection activities to deepen understanding

You can move through the content at your own pace, allowing time to absorb and reflect on each topic.


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Frequently asked questions

Do I need previous caregiving experience?

No. This course is suitable for both beginners and experienced caregivers.

How long do I have access to the course?

You can complete the course at your own pace within the access period provided.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. You will receive a certificate of completion after finishing the course.

Is this a accredited course?

No, this is not an accredited course; it is a short course. However, we do offer the full Home-Based Care qualification, which is an accredited course through the QCTO.

Is this course suitable for family caregivers?

Yes. The course is designed to support both family members and professional caregivers.

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