Understanding Parkinson's disease — how it presents, how it progresses, and what good, person-centred support looks like.
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Parkinson’s is one of the most common progressive neurological conditions, and the people you support in health and social care are increasingly likely to be living with it. Understanding what Parkinson’s is, how it affects each person differently, and what good support looks like is an essential part of providing safe, dignified, person-centred care. This awareness-level course is written for care and support workers, healthcare assistants and anyone who helps people living with Parkinson’s — whether in someone’s own home, in a care home, in supported living or in a hospital setting.
You will learn why awareness matters for everyone in care, how common Parkinson's is and who is affected, common myths and misconceptions, the three main motor symptoms (tremor, rigidity and bradykinesia), the wide range of non-motor symptoms, how the condition progresses and fluctuates, an overview of Parkinson's medication, why timing matters (the 'Get It On Time' campaign), the multidisciplinary team, and practical person-centred support — communication, mobility, mealtimes, emotional wellbeing and end-of-life care.
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It costs £9.00 — a one-off payment with no subscription. The price includes the online course, the assessment, and your certificate.
Yes. It is independently accredited by Assured CPD. Your certificate carries a unique ID and QR code that an employer or inspector can verify online at nexiscpd.co.uk/verify.
You study online at your own pace, then take a multiple-choice assessment with an 80% pass mark. As soon as you pass, your Assured CPD certificate is emailed to you and available to download instantly.
This certificate has no legal expiry.
Yes — the course is 100% online and works on any device. You get 12 months of access to the course materials from the date of purchase.
Enrol and begin straight away. Pass the assessment and your Assured CPD certificate is emailed instantly.