Providing Feeding Support Safely
This course introduces caregivers to the fundamentals of safe feeding assistance. Caregivers will learn how to prepare the client and environment before meals, apply hygiene practices, and follow diet texture and seating instructions from the care plan. Training includes levels of feeding assistance, adaptive devices that promote independence, and strategies for managing swallowing challenges. Caregivers will also practice safe pacing, documentation, cleanup, and communication with supervisors to ensure client safety, dignity, and well-being.
45 mins
Certificate included
100% online
English
Audio & Captions
Learning Objectives
What you'll learn
By the end of this course, caregivers will be able to:
- Follow the client’s care plan and apply safe feeding support practices.
- Demonstrate proper hygiene and meal preparation before feeding assistance.
- Match the level of feeding assistance to the client’s abilities.
- Identify adaptive devices and environmental modifications that support self-feeding.
- Recognize and respond to swallowing challenges and feeding-related risks.
- Document feeding assistance accurately and communicate concerns to supervisors.
What's inside
This course includes
How-to instructional videos
Interactive learning activities
Knowledge checks throughout
Audio narration
Closed captions (accessibility)
Certificate of completion
Scenario-based videos
Downloadable checklists
Mobile-friendly access
Progress saving (resume anytime)
