This certificate-level diploma offers a strong foundation in health and social care practices. It provides essential knowledge in care principles, communication, safeguarding, equality, and supporting individuals with diverse needs. The course is ideal for beginners or those seeking to formalise their skills. Training is accessible online and designed for flexible, self-paced learning.
Who This Course Is For
- New or aspiring care workers in residential, home, or community care settings.
- Individuals preparing for entry-level roles in health and social care.
- Caregivers and support workers who assist vulnerable individuals.
- Anyone who wants to build confidence and understanding in person-centred care.
What You Will Learn
Module 1 – Introduction to Health & Social Care
Covers the purpose of the care sector, service types, job roles, responsibilities, and the values that support compassionate practice.
Module 2 – Communication in Care Settings
Explores effective communication methods, active listening, empathy, accurate record-keeping, and building supportive relationships.
Module 3 – Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Focuses on fair treatment, respecting differences, cultural awareness, and delivering inclusive support to all individuals.
Module 4 – Duty of Care & Professional Conduct
Explains legal responsibilities, ethical behaviour, confidentiality, consent, and professional boundaries in daily care practice.
Module 5 – Safeguarding Vulnerable Individuals
Teaches how to identify signs of abuse or neglect, reporting procedures, and actions for protecting adults or children at risk.
Module 6 – Health & Safety Responsibilities
Covers workplace safety rules, risk assessment, infection prevention, manual handling, emergency procedures, and safe working practices.
Module 7 – Person-Centred Approaches
Emphasises tailoring care to individual needs, promoting independence, dignity, respect, and collaborative support planning.
Module 8 – Supporting Health & Wellbeing
Explores physical care tasks, emotional support, basic mental health awareness, promoting wellbeing, and maintaining quality of life.
Module 9 – Practical Care Skills
Includes assisting with personal hygiene, mobility support, nutrition and hydration, daily living tasks, and general care-assistant duties.
Assessment & Certification
Learners complete an online final assessment. Results are given instantly. If the learner does not pass, the assessment may be retaken at no extra cost. After passing, learners receive an accredited digital certificate, with an option to request a printed copy.
Key Benefits
- Builds core skills and understanding for health and social care roles.
- Enhances communication, safeguarding, and person-centred care abilities.
- Suitable for beginners entering the care profession.
- Flexible learning format with recognised certification for career progression.
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