Recognise and support people with swallowing difficulties safely — the causes and risks, the signs, modified diets and thickened fluids, safe mealtime support, and your role.
What this course covers
- Explain what dysphagia is and what causes it
- Understand the serious risks of dysphagia and recognise the signs
- Understand modified diets, the IDDSI framework and thickened fluids
- Support people to eat and drink safely at mealtimes
- Follow the swallowing care plan and know your role and limits
How much does Dysphagia training cost?
£4 per person on Care2Learn, with no minimum order and no subscription. If your team needs a full training matrix rather than one course, a subscription at £2 per learner per month covers all 28 courses — see the 2026 price comparison.
Who needs it
Anyone delivering hands-on care in a CQC-regulated service, as part of their mandatory training. Completion is recorded with the date taken and the date it is next due, so it appears correctly on your training matrix and can be evidenced at inspection.
What your carer receives
A certificate in their own name showing the completion date and renewal date, downloadable at any time. The record belongs to the carer, not just the employer.