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Duty of Care Course Online

Duty of Care Course Online

  • 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
  • Completion Certificate
  • 24/7 Technical Support

Highlights

  • On-Demand course

  • All levels

Description

This Course at a Glance

  • Define duty of care and understand its implications in workplaces

  • Understand the legal duties of caregivers including who the responsibility applies to

  • Identify the common problems relating to the duty of care faced by duty holders and how duty of care may affect your work

  • Know how to satisfy the requirements set by the government's code of practice and recognise when you have a duty of care

  • Identify the factors that apply to the duty of care with respect to children and young people

  • Demonstrate the various standards laid down by the Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC)

  • Know how to improve your ability to meet official standards through further effective training

  • Understand how to deal with and report concerns relating to the behaviour of the service users

  • Learn how to resolve workplace dilemmas and complaints in a timely and professional manner

  • Know how to create a healthy working environment for both employees and service users

Duty of Care Course Overview

All health and social care professionals, as well as organisations that provide health and care services, have a duty of care to put the interests of service consumers first as part of their code of conduct. Employees in the UK, however, also have a legal obligation to keep themselves and their coworkers safe. This course will help you understand your legal obligations in order to protect your workplace and the individuals who work there from injury and legal issues.

Working in the health and social care field entails interacting with a wide range of people who have diverse needs, dependencies, backgrounds, and goals. During your working hours as a care worker, you owe a duty of care to everyone you come into contact with. This Duty of Care Certificate Course Online is designed to give employers, managers or employees, a better grasp of best practices in the workplace when it comes to duty of care. It covers addressing complaints, employee needs, and legal duties, including how duty of care issues should be dealt with. This course also outlines ways to report concerns along with some practical examples of duty of care scenarios.

Upon successful completion of this Duty of Care Certificate Course Online, you will have the skills and knowledge required to maintain a healthy working environment for both employees and service users, promote workplace wellness, and understand the requirements and duties of employees that must be served to uphold the code of conduct prescribed by the law.

Who should take this course?

This Duty of Care Certificate Course Online is primarily aimed at those working in the healthcare sector such as:

  • Nurse

  • Healthcare worker

  • Healthcare professionals

  • Volunteers

  • Social care worker

  • Social care assessor

  • Counsellor

  • Psychologist

  • Support worker

This training is not, however, confined to a single profession or industry. It is valuable to owners, managers and employers of healthcare firms burdened with the responsibility of maintaining a healthy working environment for both employees and service users. This course also connects to a broader audience of people who want to learn more about the legal requirements of the duty of care, including how to resolve complaints and look after vulnerable individuals under the care.

Entry Requirements
  • There are no academic entry requirements for this Duty of Care Course Online course, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds.

  • However, you are required to have a laptop/desktop/tablet or smartphone and a good internet connection.

Assessment Method

This Duty of Care Certificate Course Online assesses learners through multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Upon successful completion of each module, learners must answer MCQs to step into the next module. Through the MCQs, it is measured how much a learner could grasp from each section. In the assessment pass mark is 75%.

Course Curriculum

Module 1: The Course Module 2: The Implications of Duty of Care Module 3: How Duty of Care Affects Your Work Module 4: Duty of Care Dilemmas Module 5: Resolving Dilemmas: Support and Advice Module 6: How to Respond to Complaints

Recognised Accreditation
CPD Certification Service

This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD UK is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.

Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed

The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees.

 

 

Certificate of Achievement
Endorsed Certificate from Quality Licence Scheme

After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order the Endorsed Certificate by Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees. There is a Quality Licence Scheme endorsement fee to obtain an endorsed certificate which is £65.

Certificate of Achievement from Lead Academy

After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order your certificate of achievement as proof of your new skill. The certificate of achievement is an official credential that confirms that you successfully finished a course with Lead Academy. Certificate can be obtained in PDF version at a cost of £12, and there is an additional fee to obtain a printed copy certificate which is £35.

 

FAQs
Is CPD a recognised qualification in the UK?

CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD-certified certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world.

Are QLS courses recognised?

Although QLS courses are not subject to Ofqual regulation, they must adhere to an extremely high level that is set and regulated independently across the globe. A course that has been approved by the Quality Licence Scheme simply indicates that it has been examined and evaluated in terms of quality and fulfils the predetermined quality standards.

When will I receive my certificate?

For CPD accredited PDF certificate it will take 24 hours, however for the hardcopy CPD certificate takes 5-7 business days and for the Quality License Scheme certificate it will take 7-9 business days.

Can I pay by invoice?

Yes, you can pay via Invoice or Purchase Order, please contact us at info@lead-academy.org for invoice payment.

Can I pay via instalment?

Yes, you can pay via instalments at checkout.

How to take online classes from home?

Our platform provides easy and comfortable access for all learners; all you need is a stable internet connection and a device such as a laptop, desktop PC, tablet, or mobile phone. The learning site is accessible 24/7, allowing you to take the course at your own pace while relaxing in the privacy of your home or workplace.

Does age matter in online learning?

No, there is no age limit for online learning. Online learning is accessible to people of all ages and requires no age-specific criteria to pursue a course of interest. As opposed to degrees pursued at university, online courses are designed to break the barriers of age limitation that aim to limit the learner's ability to learn new things, diversify their skills, and expand their horizons.

When I will get the login details for my course?

After successfully purchasing the course, you will receive an email within 24 hours with the login details of your course. Kindly check your inbox, junk or spam folder, or you can contact our client success team via info@lead-academy.org

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