NHS Health Check Training - Full Day

Name: NHS Health Check Training - Full Day
Start: 2025-01-16T09:30:00+00:00
End: 2025-01-16T15:30:00+00:00

16th Jan 2025

9:30am - 3:30pm (GMT)

Public Health

16th Jan 2025

9:30am - 3:30pm (GMT)

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Description

Starting with strengthening their understanding of the need for the programme and health inequalities that exist, this comprehensive session gives attendees the knowledge and understanding to support them in carrying out an NHS Health Check, including the significance of their results and CVD risk, acting on the filters and providing brief advice.

Learning Outcomes:

State why NHS Health Checks are important.

Identify non-modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

Identify modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

Know the NHS Health Check filters

State how an NHS Health Check should be conducted.

Identify how an NHS Health Check can assess and interpret the risk of cardiovascular disease.

State how the risk of cardiovascular disease and opportunities for reducing this risk may best be communicated.

The course is open to anyone involved in the delivery of NHS Health Checks.

The cost of this course is £175 plus VAT (£210 with VAT added)

You can read more about the NHS Health Check training programme delivered by Smart Health Solutions HERE

We are a registered Centre for the Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH), and HEART UK supports our cardiovascular training. The NHS Health Check Competency Framework underpins our training.

We are proud of our strong heritage in supporting the NHS Health Check Programme, especially for training we have been providing since 2008

View an Introduction to our NHS Health Check training on demand

Summary

Explore this comprehensive NHS Health Check Training. This full-day course is designed for medical professionals who wish to broaden their knowledge and practice in delivering high-quality NHS Health Checks. Here, you'll learn how to effectively assess disease risk, deliver preventive care, and provide lifestyle advice, ensuring you're well-prepared to handle the intricacies of performing health checks and promoting public health. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your skills, improve your practice, and contribute significantly to patient wellness.

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Learning objectives

Understand the Purpose and Outcomes of the NHS Health Check: By the end of the session, participants should have a thorough understanding of the purpose, importance, and expected outcomes of the NHS Health Check.
Know How to Conduct Health Checks: Participants will acquire knowledge on the standard procedures for conducting a health check, which includes physical examination, history taking, and carrying out necessary diagnostic tests.
Interpret and Explain NHS Health Check Results: Participants will learn how to interpret results from a health check and explain them clearly to patients, including potential implications and any necessary follow-up steps.
Address Patients' Concerns: Participants will develop skills in addressing concerns and questions arising from health checks, ensuring patient understanding and reassurance.
Discuss Behaviour Changes with Patients: Participants will learn how to guide patients on lifestyle and behavioural changes towards improving health outcomes, particularly for those identified with potential health risks during the check.

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