Supporting Activities of Daily Living: Continence and Toileting

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Updated 10 Jul 2025 Certificate770 Ratings
Incontinence can have a significant impact on the lives of older individuals, affecting their physical, emotional and social wellbeing. In this module, you will learn what incontinence is, how to support someone effectively manage incontinence, and how to provide respectful, person-centred toileting care. This module includes a section on how to recognise the signs of Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis (IAD) which is an often preventable skin condition caused by frequent exposure to urine or faeces. Gain the knowledge and skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support.

Content

5 Units • 9 Questions
Pre-reflection
1 Question
Introduction
2m
Continence and Incontinence
2 Questions
8m
Toileting and Care Considerations
3 Questions
8m
Assisting a Person with Toileting
2 Questions
4m
Conclusion
2m
Post-reflection
1 Question

What you'll learn:

1

Understand what incontinence is.

2

Assist a person to manage incontinence.

3

Identify and support basic care for incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD).

4

Provide various toileting support to people in your care.

Who it's for:

Healthcare professionals and care workers who assist with toileting care.

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Last updated10 Jul 2025

Published04 Jun 2023

Due for review30 Jul 2030
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