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Duty of Care
A duty of care is the requirement that all health and social care professionals, and organisations providing health and care services, must put the interests of service users first.
Working in the health and social care sector involves working with lots of different people with a variety of needs, dependencies, backgrounds and wishes. As a care worker, you have a duty of care towards all the people you are involved with, during your working hours. This means you have to employ a reasonable level of care, to ensure they are kept safe from harm, abuse and injury.
Who should take this course
This Online Duty of Care E-Learning course is aimed at all employees and individuals working within health and social care environments.
Course Modules
1. The Course
2. The Implications of Duty of Care.
3. How Duty of Care Affects Your Work.
4. Duty of Care Dilemmas.
5. Resolving Dilemmas: Support and Advice.
6. How to Respond to Complaints.
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Highlights the duty of care as a means to ensure the safety of individuals from harm, abuse, and injury, underscoring the importance of maintaining a safe and secure environment.
Incorporates ethical considerations into the concept of duty of care, promoting a values-based approach that aligns with the principles of care and compassion in the health and social care profession.
Emphasizes the requirement for health and social care professionals to put the interests of service users first, creating a commitment to prioritize the well-being and safety of individuals under their care.
Provides a clear understanding of the legal concept of duty of care in the health and social care sector, ensuring participants are aware of their obligations and responsibilities.
Enables participants to apply duty of care principles in real-life scenarios, equipping them with the skills to navigate the complexities of the health and social care environment responsibly.
Course Advantages
Compliance
Duty of Care training in the UK is essential for all individuals responsible for the well-being of others, aligning with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and common law principles. This training emphasizes the legal and moral obligation to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of employees, customers, and members of the public. Key components include risk assessment, accident prevention, and appropriate response to emergencies. Understanding duty of care helps individuals recognize hazards, take proactive measures to mitigate risks, and respond effectively to incidents, thereby creating safe and secure environments that comply with legal requirements and promote well-being.
Additional Course Details
Instant Certification
Learners will complete questions through the material and complete a multiple-choice test at the end of the course, awarding a printable certificate to successful learners. This final assessment ensures a thorough understanding of the course material.
After completing the test, learners can immediately download their certificate, providing instant proof of their achievement.
The certificate details the learner's name, course name, pass rate, completion date, expiry date, and any relevant approvals or accreditations, making it a significant addition to their professional credentials.
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"The course was engaging with good content, modules were also very interactive. Will use again for future courses."
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