Motor Neurone Disease (MND)
This course provides essential knowledge and skills to support individuals living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND), an uncommon, progressive condition affecting the brain and nervous system.
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Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Describe what MND is, who it affects, and recognise common symptoms.
- Understand the impact of MND on mental health and the relevance of the Mental Health Act 2005.
- Trace the journey from cause and diagnosis to stages of MND and their effects.
- Recognise that MND has no cure, but treatment options can manage symptoms
- Identify appropriate actions when an individual with MND enters care.
- Acknowledge the importance of care planning and crisis prevention.
- Be familiar with equipment and living adaptations required for MND.
- Understand the areas of life where individuals with MND may need support.
- Recognise the value of ongoing physical and mental support.
- Explain the different types of support available and the role of the multidisciplinary team (MDT).
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Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Describe what MND is, who it affects, and recognise common symptoms.
- Understand the impact of MND on mental health and the relevance of the Mental Health Act 2005.
- Trace the journey from cause and diagnosis to stages of MND and their effects.
- Recognise that MND has no cure, but treatment options can manage symptoms
- Identify appropriate actions when an individual with MND enters care.
- Acknowledge the importance of care planning and crisis prevention.
- Be familiar with equipment and living adaptations required for MND.
- Understand the areas of life where individuals with MND may need support.
- Recognise the value of ongoing physical and mental support.
- Explain the different types of support available and the role of the multidisciplinary team (MDT).
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Training Overview
- What is Motor Neurone Disease (MND)?
- Living with MND
- Treatments
- Supporting MND in Care
- Caring for Individuals with MND
- Summary
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Frequently asked questions
It’s an online training course that teaches what MND is, how it affects the brain and nervous system, and how to support individuals living with this progressive condition.
MND is a rare, progressive neurological condition where motor neurons break down, leading to muscle weakness, speech and swallowing problems, and breathing difficulties.
This course is ideal for nurses, carers, therapists, and healthcare professionals supporting people with MND or involved in neurological care.
You’ll learn to recognise MND symptoms, understand progression and care needs, support physical and emotional wellbeing, and work with a multidisciplinary care team.
There’s currently no cure for MND, but treatments and supportive therapies can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.