Patient Transport
Online Training Course
This course is designed for taxi drivers and private hire drivers who transport passengers who may have a disability, limited mobility or an impairment.
This course is designed to teach any taxi or private hire driver the important differences to transporting passengers who have a disability or impairment. You will learn how best to help someone to ensure that their journey with you is enjoyable and as possible. You will also learn how to help keep yourself safe and free of Injury while helping someone or assisting them to get about.
At ProTrainings we believe training should not end when the class finishes, we also believe that you should have as much choice as possible in the way your training is delivered, to make it more convenient and flexible to fit in around busy work schedules and other commitments.
Video Playtime
1 hour and 20 minutes
Video Count
27 videos
Audio
English
Captions
English
Proof of Completion
Certificate
This Course Includes:
- Endorsed by Skills for Care & TQUK
- 2.0 hrs CPD Certificate
- Evidence Based Training Certificate
- Instant printable wall certificate
- 24/7 on-demand video
- Access on mobile
- Weekly refresher video
- Expiration reminder
- Student manual
Preview the course content:
Section 1
Introduction to Patient Transport
- Course introduction 2:17
- Course overview 1:44
Section 2
Things you Need to Think About When Transporting People
- Protecting the passenger's dignity 5:09
- Keeping personal possessions safe 3:01
- Communication and keeping passengers informed 2:11
- and more...
Section 3
Medical Conditions
- Hearing problems 2:52
- Sight problems 4:00
- Hidden or invisible disabilities 1:22
Section 4
Falls and Fall Prevention
- Prevention of falls 2:12
- Assisting a falling passenger 3:04
Section 5
Walking Aids
- Walking aids 2:10
- Special considerations when using a wheelchair 5:04
- Manual wheelchairs 2:01
- and more...
Section 6
Assisting to Walk
- Assisting a passenger to your vehicle 3:41
- Assisting a passenger into your vehicle 3:20
- Assisting a passenger from your vehicle 3:19
Section 7
Safety and Emergencies
- Car accidents and breakdowns 2:58
- Helping a sick or injured passenger 1:38
Section 8
Summary to Patient Transport
- Course Summary 2:07
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Who needs Transport training?
Most people take Transport training as a requirement for their job or for their personal life. Whether you work in healthcare or another profession or are simply looking for a new qualification, ProTrainings has the course that is suitable for you! Online courses allow you to train at your own pace, in your own time.
Some professionals that may need a Transport course include:
- Hospital cars
- Taxis
- Private hire cars
- Public transport
- Families
- Patient handling companies
More about this course
This course is designed for taxi drivers and private hire drivers who transport passengers who may have a disability, limited mobility or an impairment.
This course is designed to teach any taxi or private hire driver the important differences to transporting passengers who have a disability or impairment. You will learn how best to help someone to ensure that their journey with you is enjoyable and as possible. You will also learn how to help keep yourself safe and free of Injury while helping someone or assisting them to get about.
At ProTrainings we believe training should not end when the class finishes, we also believe that you should have as much choice as possible in the way your training is delivered, to make it more convenient and flexible to fit in around busy work schedules and other commitments.
This course comes with 2.0 hrs (3.0 class) of CPD, although the time to complete the course online may be less than this. Total course time includes 1 hour and 20 minutes of video training as well as knowledge reviews, final test, remedial help and reviewing downloaded material.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
- Student Manual (V8.1) - Moving and Positioning of People
- Student Manual (V8.3) - Infection Control
- Student Manual (V8.7) - First Aid Plus
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) link to the NHS website
- Find a classroom course locally
- Find out what other courses are available as video online, blended and classroom courses nationally on our course finder
- Free student first aid program leaflet
- Regulated - COVID 19 Pre-Screen Student Evaluation Form
- Woundclot - haemostatic gauze for all types of bleeding
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What is CPD and why is having Certified CPD important?
CPD stands for Continuous Professional Development and is required in many business sectors. Even if you do not require a set CPD credit level, having Certifed CPD ensures the quality of training. ProTrainings are the highest gold standard of CPD ensuring that all courses are externally verified and mapped to the highest levels.
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Do I receive a certificate after completing your online training?
Yes, when you complete the online course you will be able to download and print a compliant completion certificate, evidenced-based learning statement to confirm course content and a certified CPD statement. There is no extra charge for the certificate. You can also buy a printed certificate to be posted to you for a small extra fee.
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