The Parkinson’s Disease Awareness course provides learners with an understanding of the clinical background of Parkinson’s disease and how it affects the brain and nervous system. Participants will explore how the condition develops and how it can impact movement, coordination, and other aspects of physical and cognitive functioning.
The course helps learners recognise both motor and non-motor symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease. Participants will explore common motor symptoms such as tremor, stiffness, slowed movement, and balance difficulties, alongside non-motor symptoms that may include fatigue, sleep disturbances, mood changes, and sensory changes. Understanding these symptoms helps learners recognise how Parkinson’s can affect individuals in different ways.
Learners will also gain an awareness of the different stages of Parkinson’s disease and how the condition may progress over time. The session highlights how symptoms and support needs may change, emphasising the importance of adapting care and support to meet the evolving needs of the individual.
The training explores the impact Parkinson’s disease can have on everyday activities, including mobility, communication, personal care, and independence. Participants will develop an understanding of challenges such as freezing episodes, tremor, fatigue, restless leg syndrome (RLS), and an increased risk of falls.
In addition, the course provides an overview of treatment options, including medication and other management approaches used to control symptoms and improve quality of life. The training aims to build awareness and confidence in recognising symptoms and supporting individuals living with Parkinson’s disease in a compassionate and person-centred way.
