Multiple Sclerosis

Course Title:  Multiple Sclerosis

Course length 3 hours

Maximum number to attend 12 

This course is aimed at all staff involved in the day-to-day care of individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) The course provides an awareness of MS including signs and symptoms and treatments available.

Learning Outcome & Assessment Criteria

Introduction to Multiple Sclerosis

What is Multiple Sclerosis

Causes of Multiple Sclerosis

Diagnosing process

Common signs and symptoms 

Effects on the body

Progression of Multiple Sclerosis

How Multiple Sclerosis affects cognitive abilities

Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis

Common medical treatments

Complimentary therapies

Care of the patient with Multiple Sclerosis

Improve empathy skills

Explore dietary needs

Multiple Sclerosis and dysphagia

How to maintain a level of independence

At the end of the training session, there is a written assessment to evidence the learning of the attendees.