1. Module 6: consideration for peoples Taking coagulation

    By the end of this section, learners will be able to: Describe key considerations for individuals taking anticoagulants, including: Surgery and dental procedures Pregnancy and breastfeeding Injury prevention Use of other medicines and remedies Food and drink considerations
  2. Module 5 : Self testing and self-management of warfarin

    By the end of this section, learners will be able to: Explain how an individual taking warfarin can safely self-test and self-manage their anticoagulation therapy
  3. Module 4 : Anti coagulation monitoring

    By the end of this section, learners should understand: How individuals taking warfarin are monitored, including: Measurement of the International Normalized Ratio (INR) Use of patient-held records (‘Yellow Book’) How individuals prescribed DOACs are monitored and reviewed How to effectively discuss anticoagulation therapy with individuals
  4. Module 3: Type of anticoagulation

    By the end of this section, learners will be able to: Identify the different types of anticoagulants, including warfarin, direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs), and heparin Understand the indications for oral anticoagulants and how they are managed and monitored Recognize the contraindications and cautions associated with warfarin and DOACs
  5. Module 2 : Indication for anticoagulation

    By the end of this section, learners will be able to: Identify the clinical indications for anticoagulation therapy Assess an individual’s risk of stroke Evaluate the risk of major bleeding when considering anticoagulation
  6. Module 1: Introduction to anticoagulation

    By the end of this section, learners will be able to: Identify different types of anticoagulant medicines and their uses Explain how anticoagulants work within the coagulation (clotting) cascade
  7. Brief introduction

    By the end of this section, learners will be able to: • Describe the different types of anticoagulant medicines and their clinical uses • Explain how anticoagulants work within the blood clotting (coagulation) cascade
  8. Module 5: Supporting peoples

    By the end of this section, learners will be able to: Understand the importance of effective communication when supporting people with a visual impairment Identify equipment and technology that support communication and vision Recognize how everyday tasks can be challenging for people with a visual impairment Demonstrate how to safely guide and support a person with a visual impairment
  9. Module 4: Health and safety

    By the end of this section, learners will be able to: Understand how visual impairment increases the risk of slips, trips, and falls Identify common hazards and apply appropriate control measures
  10. Module 3 : identification and assessment

    By the end of this section, learners will be able to: • Explain how the Equality Act 2010 protects people from discrimination • Understand the importance of identifying visual impairment in older people • Describe how assessments and care plans should be adapted • Recognise possible signs of a visual impairment