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5Sylvia
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The course modules are well arranged, precise key words captured and with simple explanation. I enjoyed every bit of it.
Posted on 28/04/2026
Dysphagia L2
Top Rated5(20 reviews)
This training is designed to develop your knowledge and understanding of dysphagia. It provides basic knowledge of this area, however, if you are supporting individuals with dysphagia, you are likely to require additional training before carrying out tasks.
5 Modules1 hour
£169£0
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Start LearningLearning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Understand the causes and effects of dysphagia
- Identify individuals ‘at risk’ of developing dysphagia
- Recognise signs and symptoms of dysphagia
- Understand what actions to take where dysphagia is suspected
- Understand how dysphagia is treated and managed
- Understand the definition of dysphagia
- Know who is at risk of dysphagia
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the mouth and upper digestive tract
- Understand the swallowing process and cough reflex
- Understand the conditions and physical difficulties that affect effective swallowing
- Understand the effects of dysphagia on a person
- Manage dysphagia
- Understand dysphagia and nutrition
- Demonstrate an understanding of how the health of the person we support impacts on their swallowing
- Support people living with dysphagia
Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Understand the causes and effects of dysphagia
- Identify individuals ‘at risk’ of developing dysphagia
- Recognise signs and symptoms of dysphagia
- Understand what actions to take where dysphagia is suspected
- Understand how dysphagia is treated and managed
- Understand the definition of dysphagia
- Know who is at risk of dysphagia
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the mouth and upper digestive tract
- Understand the swallowing process and cough reflex
- Understand the conditions and physical difficulties that affect effective swallowing
- Understand the effects of dysphagia on a person
- Manage dysphagia
- Understand dysphagia and nutrition
- Demonstrate an understanding of how the health of the person we support impacts on their swallowing
- Support people living with dysphagia
Modules
Module 1
What is dysphagia?
Module 2
Causes of dysphagia
Module 3
Symptoms & diagnosis
Module 4
Treatments and Management
Module 5
Summary
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5Damilola
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Great course and easy to learn
Posted on 24/04/2026
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5Osarinmwian Nelson
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great course
Posted on 28/04/2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dysphagia is difficulty swallowing food, drinks or saliva. This UK dysphagia training course covers causes, symptoms, risks and safe approaches to supporting affected individuals.
People with neurological conditions, stroke, dementia, physical disabilities or certain medical conditions may be at increased risk of swallowing difficulties.
Signs may include coughing during meals, choking, a wet or gurgly voice, difficulty chewing or swallowing, repeated chest infections and changes in eating habits.
If dysphagia is suspected, follow local UK care procedures, report concerns promptly and seek appropriate clinical assessment before making changes to food or fluid textures.
This Level 2 course covers swallowing anatomy, the swallowing process, cough reflex, risk factors, symptoms, causes, management and appropriate responses to suspected dysphagia.