Falls Prevention

This course provides healthcare and social care professionals with the skills to identify adults at risk of falls, assess contributing factors, and implement preventative measures.
Audience: Nurses, Midwives, Nursing Associate Registrants, Healthcare Assistants, Care Staff, and Social Care Professionals
Delivery Method: Face-to-face or virtual
Duration: 3 hours
Woman injury from falling down on slippery surfaces.

Introduction

Falls are one of the most common causes of injury among adults, particularly those receiving health or social care support. Ensuring professionals have the knowledge and confidence to recognise risks early is essential to maintaining safety, independence, and quality of life. This course provides healthcare and social care professionals with the skills to identify adults at risk of falls, assess contributing factors, and implement preventative measures.

Course Content

  • Impact of falls on patients/service users, families, and organisations
  • Risk factors for falls
  • Falls risk assessment
  • Identifying those most at risk
  • Roles and responsibilities in prevention
  • Actions to take after a fall

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course, delegates will be able to:

  • Recognise and minimise falls risk factors
  • Conduct effective falls risk assessments
  • Implement preventative measures
  • Respond appropriately to a fall

Course Benefits

  • Improves patient safety
  • Enhances professional competence
  • Supports high-quality care
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