Course Overview
The Care Certificate (15 Standards) course offers a foundational introduction to essential standards for individuals working in health and social care roles across the UK. Covering all 15 standards required by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), this course is designed to ensure learners understand their responsibilities, safeguarding protocols, and person-centred care approaches. It supports individuals in developing the knowledge needed to meet industry expectations in line with the Skills for Care guidelines. Upon completion, learners will be able to demonstrate a firm grasp of care values, communication techniques, infection control, and equality and diversity awareness, helping them integrate confidently into care settings. The Care Certificate provides an excellent starting point for those new to care roles or seeking to align their current practices with professional benchmarks.
Course Description
This course comprehensively covers the 15 core standards of the Care Certificate, including duty of care, communication, privacy and dignity, safeguarding adults and children, and health and safety. It provides detailed theoretical understanding to help learners develop a values-based approach aligned with UK care sector expectations. The course is structured to improve understanding of policies, legal frameworks, and workplace responsibilities in social care environments. Learners will explore topics such as person-centred support, infection prevention, mental health awareness, and handling information in care settings. The course supports learners in enhancing their understanding of the principles and frameworks that underpin professional conduct in care roles, helping them demonstrate competency across a wide range of subject areas relevant to both domiciliary and residential care roles.
Course Modules:
Module 01: Understand Your Role
Module 02: Your Personal Development
Module 03: Duty of Care
Module 04: Equality and Diversity
Module 05: Work in a Person-Centred Way
Module 06: Communication
Module 07: Privacy and Dignity
Module 08: Fluids and Nutrition
Module 09: Awareness of Mental Health, Dementia and Learning Disabilities
Module 10: Safeguarding Adults
Module 11: Safeguarding Children
Module 12: Basic Life Support
Module 13: Health and Safety
Module 14: Handling Information
Module 15: Infection Prevention and Control
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Who is this course for?
Individuals seeking to start a career in health and social care.
Professionals aiming to meet mandatory training requirements for care roles.
Beginners with an interest in understanding care standards and regulations.
Volunteers or support workers looking to formalise their knowledge in care settings.
Career Path
Care Assistant
Support Worker
Domiciliary Carer
Healthcare Assistant
Residential Care Worker
Adult Social Care Professional