Pathways to Health and Social Care
Interested in working in Health or Social Care?
Then this is the course for you!
Our 8 week (1 day per week) course includes 10 modules:
1. Introduction to Pathways into Health and Social Care:
- Introductions/getting to know each other
- Explanation of programme content
2. Role of the Carer:
- The role of the carer
- Legislation policies and procedures
- Being a volunteer carer
- Placements/work experience
3. Principles of Care
- Who provides care?
- The difference between health care and social care/support
- Communication skills
4. Confidentiality:
- Confidentiality, Freedom of information, Data Protection etc
5. Valuing Diversity:
- Definition of diversity
- Identifying Diverse Groups
- Legislation
- Organisational Response
6. Privacy, Dignity, Respect:
- Definition of terms
- Value base and belief systems
7. Personal Care:
- Definition of Personal Care
- Duties & Responsibilities
- Practical Skill Building session
8. Protection of Vulnerable Groups
- Safeguarding Children
- Protection of Vulnerable Adults
- Vulnerability in groups (mental health, disability, drug & alcohol misuse etc)
9. Health & Safety
- Health & Safety at Work Act
- Safe Work Place
- Risk Assessment
- Roles & Responsibilities
10. Maintaining Personal Safety
- Definition of Conflict
- Identify conflict situations and resolve them
- How to keep yourself safe
Want to know more?
If you would like to know more about the course, taster sessions or childcare funding please contact:
Julie Ward on 0114 2789999 or julieward@manorandcastle.org.uk
