Dermatitis is usually a name used to describe a group of skin conditions resulting in the inflammation of skin. It will have many causes and will appear in many forms but the exact reason why it happens isn’t clear.

Dermatitis is not contagious so you can’t catch it however, it can make people feel uncomfortable affecting mental health so it is most likely they will feel self-conscious of their condition.

Thinking about the number of customers you have come across with dermatitis, how have you supported them in the past? This module will up skill your knowledge and understanding of dermatitis so you can support your customers to take the necessary steps to treat their condition.

Objectives

• Dermatitis types and causes
• Treatment for dermatitis
• Health promotion support
• Test your knowledge