Description
Duty of Care – CPD Approved
A duty of care is a core principle in health and social care, requiring professionals and organisations to prioritise the interests and safety of service users. As a care worker, you have a responsibility to protect those in your care from harm, abuse, and injury, ensuring their well-being throughout your working hours.
This course introduces the concept of duty of care, explaining its importance in the health and social care sector. It will guide you through the key aspects of your responsibilities, provide insight into handling duty of care dilemmas, and offer practical examples of how to apply this principle in your daily work.
What You’ll Learn
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
Understand the concept of duty of care and its importance in health and social care
Recognise how duty of care impacts your role as a care worker
Identify and manage duty of care dilemmas and ethical challenges
Know where to seek support and guidance when faced with difficult situations
Apply practical examples of duty of care in various care settings
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is essential for professionals working in health and social care settings, including carers, healthcare assistants, and support staff. It’s also ideal for those looking to refresh or improve their understanding of the duty of care within the workplace.
Why Choose Online Training?
Online training offers flexibility and convenience, allowing you to complete the course at your own pace, anytime, and anywhere. This method of learning is cost-effective and enables you to fit training around your professional and personal commitments.
Duration: 50 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off. It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).