CSTF People Moving and Handling (Healthcare) - Level 2

Name: CSTF People Moving and Handling (Healthcare) - Level 2
Brand: MTG
SKU: 562187304994
Price: 14.99 GBP
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£14.99 + VAT

Level:

Level 2

Duration:

180 Minutes

Method:

Online Course 24/7

Platform:

Desktop, Laptop, Mobile

Course access expiry:

365 days

Certificate validity:

2 years

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Course overview

The CSTF People Moving and Handling (Healthcare) – Level 2 course is designed for healthcare professionals involved in patient handling. This CPDUK-accredited training covers biomechanics, ergonomics, and safe use of equipment. It meets UK CSTF and CQC standards, offers 3 CPD hours, and helps learners manage risks, apply safe handling principles, and enhance competence in delivering safer, dignified patient care.

Course content

This accredited CSTF people moving and handling e-learning course covers the following:

Introduction - Overview of advanced handling principles
Section 1 - Recap of Level 1 moving and handling concepts
Section 2 - Understanding spine structure and its protection
Section 3 - Biomechanics and ergonomics for injury prevention
Section 4 - Safe manual handling principles
Section 5 - Care planning and recordkeeping
Section 6 - Risk assessment and management
Section 7 - People moving equipment
Section 8 - Controversial techniques
Section 9 - Dealing with a falling or fallen person
Summary - Key learnings overview.
References - Additional learning materials
Assessment - Evaluates understanding and application

Who is this course for?

This online CSTF people moving and handling level 2 course is designed for healthcare staff, including clinical, non-clinical, unpaid and voluntary staff, whose roles involve patient-handling activities. It is tailored to meet the needs of those seeking to enhance their competence in safely moving and handling patients within health and social care settings.

Aims

The aims of this CSTF people moving and handling online course are to:

Enhance understanding of the legal, ethical, and practical aspects of moving and handling people in healthcare settings.
Develop practical skills in safely handling patients, using an array of equipment and techniques, supported by an understanding of risk assessment and ergonomic principles.

Learning objectives

This CSTF people moving and handling online training course will:

Discuss the legal responsibilities of employers and employees under relevant health and safety legislation, ensuring compliance in care settings.
Examine key risk factors associated with moving and handling tasks in healthcare.
Review the principles of dynamic risk assessments, including when they should be conducted and how to perform them effectively.
Discuss the importance of maintaining muscle and bone health for safer handling.
Demonstrate the appropriate and safe use of people-moving equipment in various scenarios.
Discuss core principles that promote safer moving and handling practices.
Explain how biomechanics and ergonomics contribute to safer techniques.
Discuss the different types of lifts that are prohibited in health and social care environments.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this CSTF moving and handling people course, the learner will be able to:

Identify moving and handling risk factors.
Apply responsibilities under health and safety legislation.
Apply safer handling principles in practice.
Utilise ergonomic techniques to support musculoskeletal health.
Identify factors for dynamic risk assessment.
Demonstrate role-relevant risk control strategies.
Identify organisational risk processes.
Recognise support for good practice.
Demonstrate safe equipment use within the role.
Apply handling strategies relevant to their duties.
Apply dignified approaches to support patient independence.
Perform person-centred risk assessments with team input.
Apply practical handling skills suited to the job role.
Use equipment safely for specific patient needs and settings.

Interactive demo

End of course assessment

Achieve a minimum score of 80% at the end of the course assessment.
If unsuccessful, you can retake the assessment until you pass.
Upon passing, you will receive an instant CPD-accredited certificate for compliance records.

Certification

Receive a CPD-accredited certificate upon successful course completion.
Certificates are available for immediate download upon passing the final assessment.
Accepted by NHS Trusts, private healthcare providers, and regulatory bodies, meeting compliance requirements.
Employers and organisations can verify certification authenticity through our team.

Course accreditation

Accredited by the CPD Certification Service, ensuring high-quality training.
Meets the UK Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF) standards.
Fulfils requirements set by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), Health and Safety Executive (HSE), Health Trust Europe (HTE), Crown Commercial Services (CCS) and NHS Collaborative Procurement Partnership (CPP).

FAQs

Why is this course important?

This course helps reduce the risk of injury to both staff and patients, ensuring safe, dignified care. Focusing on ergonomics, biomechanics, and the correct use of equipment it is essential for meeting regulatory standards, enhancing patient safety, and promoting optimal care. It also empowers you to address complex handling situations, confidently supporting better health outcomes.

What makes this course different from other moving and handling courses?

This course is CPDUK-accredited, aligning with the UK Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF), and is tailored specifically for healthcare environments. It provides in-depth, evidence-based training with practical applications, advanced techniques, and risk management strategies.

How do I log on to the eLearning platform?

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I haven't received my login details. What should I do?

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How do I download my certificate(s)?

Once you have successfully completed the end-of-course assessment with a passing score, your certificate will be made available online on ComplyPlus™ LMS . It is issued in a quality-assured PDF format and can be downloaded directly from the platform.

Once available, you can:
• Download the certificate directly to your device
• Save a digital copy for your records
• Print a physical copy if needed.

No physical copy will be mailed, as all certificates are issued electronically for convenience and instant access.

Can I request name changes on certificates?

Learners are not allowed to change their names directly in the LMS. This is to ensure that the name reflected on the certificate belongs to the actual individual who completed the course and to prevent the risk of name forgery or transferring certificates to others.

If you need to request a name change, please contact our Support Team by submitting your concern through this form. Kindly include a clear reason for the change and any supporting documentation required for verification.

Do you give discounts for bulk purchases?

Yes, we offer competitive volume discounts for organisations enrolling multiple candidates in any of our online training courses. To view our current volume discount options, click here.

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