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This acquired brain injury training aims to improve delegates understanding and knowledge around brain injuries.
The course is suitable for all staff who are working with individuals who have suffered a brain injury.
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Course Summary
- Define brain injury
- Brain facts
- How does the brain work
- Anatomy of the brain
- Severities of the injuries
- Brain injury symptoms
- Recovery
- Strategies for living with a brain injury
- Communication
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Contact UsWhere Do You Deliver The Training?
We can deliver this training at your premises, as long as it's within the UK. We also have our own venues in the Midlands if you don't have access to a training room. Caring for Care can also able to deliver this training virtually using Zoom
Who Is this training for?
This training is for anyone working within the health and social care sector.
How Many Delegates Can I Have On One Session?
We will deliver this training for a group of up to 12 delegates. Additionally, for larger groups we can either provide multiple trainers on the same day or run multiple days to get everyone trained.
Who Will Conduct The Training?
One of our expert clinical tutors, these are either Nurses or Doctors with an abundance of clinical and complex care experience and knowledge - so you'll be in great hands! In addition, we will let you know who is doing the training in advance, you can check out their skills and experience by finding them on our meet the team page.
What is the most common acquired brain injury?
The most common type of acquired brain injury happens when you get hit on the head or body really hard. It's called a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and it damages your brain.
Can someone recover from acquired brain injury?
Yes, people can recover from acquired brain injuries, but how much they recover depends on how severe their injury is and their overall health. Some people recover completely, while others may have lasting disabilities. In addition, rehabilitation programs can help people with acquired brain injuries recover and relearn skills they may have lost.
What are the stats on brain injury recovery in the uk
According to the Headway UK charity, approximately 75% of people with a mild brain injury make a good recovery within three to six months.
About Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Training
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Training is designed to help professionals learn how to support people who have had a brain injury. This course explains the different types of ABI, including traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and injuries from things like strokes or infections.
Participants will learn about the physical, thinking, emotional, and behaviour changes that can happen after a brain injury. The course also teaches how to give personalised care and support to improve the lives of those affected.
Attendees will learn how to communicate better with people who have ABI, manage challenging behaviours, and work well in teams with other professionals.
By the end of the course, participants will know how to spot the signs of ABI, offer the right support, and create care plans for each person.
This training is perfect for healthcare workers, social workers, and anyone else who helps people with brain injuries.
Course Info:
- Course Duration: 2- 3 hours
- Course Level: Level 2
- Certificate: 1-year certificate
- Max Delegates: 12
- Practical: No
- Course Mode: Face to Face/ Blended
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Course Outline: Brain Injury Training
1: Introduction to Brain Injury
- 1.1 Define Brain Injury
- Overview of what constitutes a brain injury
- Differentiation between acquired and traumatic brain injuries
- Common causes and types of brain injuries
2: Understanding the Brain
- 2.1 Brain Facts
- Key facts about the brain’s structure and function
- The importance of the brain in overall health and behaviour
- Myths and misconceptions about the brain
- 2.2 How Does the Brain Work?
- Overview of brain functions and processes
- How the brain communicates with the rest of the body
- The brain’s role in cognitive and emotional functioning
- 2.3 Anatomy of the Brain
- Detailed exploration of the brain’s anatomy
- Functions of different brain regions (e.g., frontal lobe, temporal lobe, etc.)
- How brain injuries affect different parts of the brain
3: Brain Injury Severity and Symptoms
- 3.1 Severities of Brain Injuries
- Classification of brain injuries (mild, moderate, severe)
- Examples of each severity level
- How severity impacts prognosis and recovery
- 3.2 Brain Injury Symptoms
- Common physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms
- How symptoms vary depending on the injury location and severity
- Long-term effects of brain injuries
4: Recovery and Rehabilitation
- 4.1 Recovery Process
- The brain’s ability to heal and adapt (neuroplasticity)
- Phases of recovery from brain injury
- Factors influencing recovery outcomes
- 4.2 Strategies for Living with a Brain Injury
- Practical strategies for managing daily life after a brain injury
- Adaptive techniques for improving quality of life
- Resources and support systems for individuals with brain injuries
5: Communication After Brain Injury
- 5.1 Communication Challenges
- Common communication issues resulting from brain injuries
- The impact of brain injury on speech, language, and understanding
- Techniques for effective communication with individuals who have brain injuries
- 5.2 Supporting Communication
- Strategies for improving communication skills post-injury
- Tools and aids that can assist with communication
- Training for caregivers and professionals in supporting communication
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this ABI training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the definition, causes, and types of brain injuries, including acquired and traumatic brain injuries.
- Describe the basic anatomy of the brain and explain how different brain regions function.
- Recognise the severities of brain injuries and their impact on prognosis and recovery.
- Identify common physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms associated with brain injuries.
- Explain the brain’s recovery process.
- Develop practical strategies to support individuals living with a brain injury in their daily lives.
- Improve communication skills tailored to the needs of those with brain injuries.
- Provide informed care and support to enhance the quality of life for individuals affected by brain injuries.
Target Audience:
This onsite Acquired brain injury (ABI) training is for:
- Healthcare professionals (e.g., doctors, nurses, physiotherapists)
- Social workers
- Carers and support workers
- Rehabilitation specialists
- Teachers and education staff working with individuals with ABI
- Occupational therapists
- Speech and language therapists
- Criminal justice professionals
- Mental health professionals
- Case managers and care coordinators
- Family members or friends of individuals with ABI
- Anyone involved in the care and support of individuals with acquired brain injuries.
We offer this brain injury course for groups only with a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 12 people per class size.
Course Benefits:
- Clear Understanding: Learn about brain injuries, their causes, and how they affect everyday life.
- Practical Skills: Get hands-on techniques to help people with brain injuries and improve their lives.
- Better Communication: Improve how you talk to and help people with brain injuries.
- Caring Knowledge: Gain the knowledge to provide supportive and caring help during recovery.
- Career Growth: Build your skills for working with brain injury patients in healthcare, social care, or education.
- Confidence in Helping: Feel more confident in helping and supporting people with brain injuries.
- Up-to-Date Knowledge: Keep up with the latest research and best ways to care for brain injuries.
- Certification: Get a certificate when you finish, showing your expertise in brain injury care.
ABI awareness training helps you understand and support people with brain injuries, leading to better care, more independence, and a higher quality of life for them.
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Is Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Awareness right for me?
To find out if this brain injury awareness training is right for you, ask yourself these questions:
- Do you work with or care for someone with a brain injury?
- Are you a healthcare worker, social worker, teacher, or family member of someone with a brain injury?
- Do you want to learn more about brain injuries and how to help those affected?
- Do you want to improve your skills in rehabilitation and communication for brain injury patients?
- Would you like to learn about the latest ways to care for people with brain injuries?
If you answered yes to any of these, this training could be helpful for you. For more clarity, you may want to talk to our course advisors.
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Brain Injury Career Opportunities
Careers in brain injury involve different jobs that help people who have suffered brain injuries. These jobs focus on care, rehabilitation, and support for those with traumatic brain injuries (TBI) or acquired brain injuries (ABI).
Key careers in brain injury include:
Healthcare workers:
- Doctors who specialise in the brain or rehabilitation
- Nurses trained in brain care
- Therapists (for physical, speech, or everyday activities)
- Neuropsychologists (who study brain function)
Rehabilitation workers:
- Occupational therapists (help with daily tasks)
- Physiotherapists (help with movement)
- Speech therapists (help with talking and communication)
Social care workers:
- Social workers (help with support and services)
- Case managers (plan care)
- Support workers in care homes or at home
Education workers:
- Special needs teachers
- Teachers who help students with brain injuries
Legal workers:
- Lawyers who deal with brain injury cases.
These jobs need special training to understand how brain injuries affect people. We offer this training for group of people with a maximum class size of 12 people. This is more of an awareness course.
Skills for Brain Injury Careers
Important skills for brain injury jobs include:
- Knowing how the brain works
- Understanding the effects of brain injuries on the body, mind, and emotions
- Talking clearly with brain injury survivors
- Dealing with difficult behavior
- Making care and recovery plans for each person
- Knowing the rules and ethics of brain injury care
People in these jobs often work together to provide the best support. The goal is to help people live better, become more independent, and recover.
Training FAQs
What is the Acquired Brain Injury Course?
An Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) course teaches you about brain injuries, how they happen, and how they affect people. It explains how brain injuries are found, treated, and how to help the person with the injury and their family.
The course helps people learn how to give good care and improve the lives of those with brain injuries.
ABI can happen because of accidents or health problems.
Examples of acquired brain injuries include:
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): Caused by things like a blow to the head, falls, car accidents, or sports injuries.
- Stroke: Happens when the brain doesn’t get enough blood, which can hurt the brain.
- Anoxia or Hypoxia: Brain injury caused by not getting enough oxygen, like in near-drowning or a heart attack.
- Brain Tumours: Abnormal growths in the brain that can damage brain tissue.
- Infections: Infections like meningitis or encephalitis that cause swelling in the brain.
- Aneurysms: Weak blood vessels in the brain that can burst and cause damage.
- Substance Abuse: Long-term drug or alcohol use that harms the brain.
- Degenerative Diseases: Diseases like Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s that slowly damage the brain.
These injuries happen after birth, unlike brain injuries that are present at birth.
What is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Nurse?
A TBI nurse is a healthcare worker who helps care for people with brain injuries caused by accidents. They check on the physical, mental, and emotional health of these patients as they recover.
TBI nurses also work with other doctors and nurses to create care plans that help patients heal and become more independent.
What is the Difference Between a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and a Brain Injury?
A Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is when the brain is damaged by something hitting it, like a fall or an accident. It can happen from things like car crashes, sports injuries, or being hit.
A brain injury is a wider term that includes any harm to the brain, whether it’s from an accident (TBI) or things like a stroke, tumour, infection, or not getting enough oxygen (non-traumatic brain injury).
In short, all TBIs are brain injuries, but not all brain injuries are caused by accidents.
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