Fluids and Nutrition Course

Our Fluids and Nutrition Course explores why hydration, nutrition, and food safety are essential in health and social care. It shows how good practice protects wellbeing and independence, while poor nutrition or dehydration can quickly cause harm.

You will learn about food safety and hygiene, the role of balanced nutrition, and how to spot the signs of poor hydration or malnutrition. This training course also explains how to promote adequate fluids and food intake. It shows how to make sure individuals can eat and drink safely, in comfort, and in line with their care plan.

Fluids and Nutrition Training

This Fluids and Nutrition Training forms part of our online Care Certificate and covers Standard 8 of the Care Certificate standards.

This Fluids and Nutrition Course covers:

• The importance of food safety and hygiene in preparing and handling food
• Why good nutrition and hydration are essential for health and wellbeing
• Signs and symptoms of poor nutrition and hydration
• How to promote adequate nutrition and hydration in care settings
• Ensuring drinks are within reach for those with limited mobility
• Refreshing drinks regularly and offering them in line with the care plan
• Supporting and encouraging individuals to drink as part of their care
• Supporting individuals to access fluids and food
• Ensuring nutritional products are within reach
• Checking food temperature and suitability before serving
• Providing appropriate utensils to support independence
• Supporting and encouraging individuals to eat in line with their care plan
• Reporting concerns about hydration and nutrition in line with workplace procedures

The learning outcomes of this Fluids and Nutrition in Care Course are to:

• Understand the principles of hydration, nutrition, and food safety
• Explain why hygiene is essential when preparing and handling food
• Support individuals to access fluids in line with their care plan
• Identify common signs of poor nutrition and dehydration
• Promote adequate nutrition and hydration in everyday care
• Know when and how to report concerns appropriately

This Fluids and Nutrition training is for Care and Support Workers working in a social care setting. It may also be useful to a wider audience of people who would like to know more about Fluids and Nutrition.