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The Care Certificate is a fundamental component of the induction process that employers must provide in the health and social care sector. It's essential for new workers to complete and be assessed on this certificate before they can work independently.
The Care Certificate outlines crucial values, skills, and behaviours that new health and social care workers need to deliver high-quality, compassionate care. It encompasses 15 different standards, covering aspects from the individual's role and development to broader values like equality, diversity, dignity, health and safety, and infection prevention.
Candidates must demonstrate competence in each standard under supervision until assessors are confident in their ability to work independently.
This course provides the foundational knowledge for the Care Certificate. Employers may supplement this with more detailed training on each aspect of the certificate.
The combination of knowledge-based learning, practical training, and workplace assessment is designed to develop the essential skills required for the role.
Some individuals may require additional support, which should be identified by managers during supervision. It is important for workers to communicate any further support needs to their managers.
CPD is crucial for career progression. It involves maintaining a record of learning and development, often kept in a folder, which is a valuable asset in documenting your growth beyond initial training.
Continual learning is essential, especially in the dynamic field of health and social care. Changes in legislation, working methods, and documentation processes necessitate ongoing development, making the CPD file a critical record of professional growth.
The Personal Development Plan is a tool to help focus on specific areas of learning and development, aiding in the continual professional growth of health and social care workers.
