Tissue Viability - Level 2

Name: Tissue Viability - Level 2
Brand: MTG
SKU: 2981372293
Price: 19.99 GBP
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Price:

£19.99 + VAT

Level:

Duration:

2 hours

Method:

Fully online 24/7 via ComplyPlus™ LMS

Platform:

Desktop, Laptop, Mobile, Tablet

Course access expiry:

365 days

Certificate validity:

3 years - CPD-accredited, instant digital certificate on completion

Last updated:

06 May 2026 (V2.6)

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Course overview

CPD-Accredited | CQC, NICE & NHS Compliant | ComplyPlus™ LMS

This Tissue Viability Level 2 online course explains the principles of maintaining healthy skin integrity and tissue condition, and of preventing pressure ulcers in health and social care settings. It covers the structure and primary protective functions of the skin, how pressure damage develops, preventable risk factors, and basic treatment and care approaches. This course helps staff recognise early warning signs of tissue damage and support safe and person-centred care practices

Course content

This Tissue Viability e-learning course covers:

Principles of tissue viability and healthy skin integrity management
Structure and protective physiological functions of the skin
What pressure ulcers are and how they commonly develop
Causes, contributing clinical risk factors and vulnerable groups
Types and clinical grading classifications of pressure ulcers
Recognising early warning signs and symptoms
Risk assessment and person-centred care planning processes
Prevention, repositioning and pressure relief equipment use
Basic treatment approaches and possible health complications
Roles and responsibilities of the multidisciplinary team
Nutrition, hydration and skin health maintenance strategies.

Who is this course for?

This Tissue Viability eLearning course is for:

Nurses and registered nursing associates
Healthcare assistants and support care workers
Care workers in health and social care settings
Allied health and rehabilitation professionals
Community and domiciliary care staff teams
Agency healthcare and temporary care staff
Staff involved in pressure ulcer prevention
Managers overseeing pressure care standards.

Aims

The aims of this Tissue Viability online course are to:

Improve understanding of tissue viability principles and the overall clinical importance of preventing pressure ulcers to protect patient safety, personal comfort, physical well-being, quality outcomes and quality of care in health and social care settings
Strengthen knowledge of pressure ulcer risk factors, early signs, warning indicators and contributing conditions, prevention measures, basic treatment management, intervention and care approaches in health and social care settings.

Learning objectives

This Tissue Viability e-learning course will:

Explain the principles of tissue viability, skin integrity and the functions of healthy skin
Describe how pressure ulcers develop, including risk factors and contributing causes
Outline the classification, grading and early identification of pressure ulcers
Explore risk assessment process, care planning and pressure ulcer prevention strategies
Demonstrate repositioning techniques, skin inspection practices and the appropriate use of pressure-relieving equipment
Explain treatment approaches, potential complications and escalation requirements
Highlight the importance of nutrition, hydration, mobility and overall well-being in maintaining healthy skin
Describe the roles of multidisciplinary teams in supporting safe, person-centred tissue viability care.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this Tissue Viability eLearning course, you will be able to:

Define tissue viability, pressure ulcers and their impact on health, well-being and quality of life
Describe the structure, functions and protective role of healthy skin
Explain how pressure ulcers develop and identify factors that increase risk
Recognise early signs, symptoms and stages of pressure-related skin damage
Apply basic risk assessment processes and pressure ulcer prevention measures safely
Describe repositioning techniques, pressure-relieving equipment and skin inspection practices
Explain treatment approaches, potential complications and when concerns should be escalated appropriately
Support person-centred tissue viability care through good nutrition, hydration and effective multidisciplinary working.

End of course assessment

Multiple-choice knowledge assessment with a minimum pass mark of 80%
Assessment questions mapped directly to course learning outcomes
Unlimited assessment retakes included
Confirms understanding of tissue viability, pressure ulcer prevention, repositioning, and skin integrity management.

Certification

CPD-accredited digital certificate issued on successful course completion
Certificate available for immediate download as a secure PDF
Supports evidence of compliance with CQC expectations for safe care and pressure ulcer prevention.
Certificate authenticity can be verified via the ComplyPlus™ platform.

Refresher requirements

This course certificate should be refreshed every 3 years
Earlier refresher is advised if legislation, guidance, workplace policy or risk assessments change.

Course accreditation

Externally reviewed and accredited by the CPD Certification Service, ensuring high-quality training meeting international standards
Supports Care Quality Commission (CQC) expectations for safe care and prevention of pressure damage
Informed by NHS guidance, NICE recommendations, the Health and Social Care Act 2008, and best practice in tissue viability and pressure ulcer prevention.

FAQs

Why is this tissue viability online course important?

Tissue viability training is essential for preventing pressure ulcers, which can cause serious harm and increase healthcare costs. This online course helps staff recognise risks early, apply prevention strategies and support safe, high-quality care.

What will I learn in this tissue viability e-learning course?

This e-learning course covers skin structure, pressure ulcer development, risk factors, prevention techniques, basic treatment approaches and the role of the care team in maintaining skin integrity.

Who should take this tissue viability eLearning course?

This eLearning course is suitable for nurses, healthcare assistants, care workers, allied health professionals and anyone involved in preventing or managing pressure ulcers in health and social care settings.

How do I log on to the eLearning platform?

After purchasing a course, you?ll receive an email with your login details and a platform access link to ComplyPlus? LMS (optimised for Google Chrome). Your email address will serve as your fixed username. To avoid access issues, ensure your purchase information is accurate and up to date.

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

Your login details are emailed automatically right after purchase. Please check your Spam or Junk folder, as some email providers (like Google or Yahoo) may direct them there.

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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