Designed for:

Health & social care professionals working at all levels.

Learning Objectives:

• To improve knowledge and understanding about the anatomy and physiology of swallowing and illnesses affecting swallow function.
• To be able to make an assessment of a person’s swallow and know when to refer for specialist support.
• To improve confidence in the care and management of someone with swallowing difficulties.
• To consider the communication and ethical decision making skills for people at end of life and how we can best support worried relatives and carers.