Cou      Professional Diploma Course | Duration: 6 Months

Course Introduction

The Diploma in Health & Social Care is designed to develop professional knowledge and practical competencies in healthcare support, social care, personal care, safeguarding, health and safety, communication, and person-centred care. The course focuses on promoting the health, dignity, independence, well-being, and quality of life of individuals who require care and support, including older people, children, persons with disabilities, and individuals with physical or emotional support needs.

Course Objectives

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of health and social care principles and practices.
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of health and social care professionals.
• Develop knowledge of person-centred care and individual support planning.
• Promote dignity, respect, equality, diversity, and inclusion in care settings.
• Identify safeguarding concerns and understand procedures for reporting abuse and neglect.
• Develop effective communication and interpersonal skills for care environments.
• Understand infection prevention, hygiene, and health and safety practices.
• Develop competencies in personal care, basic first aid awareness, and emergency response.
• Promote the physical, emotional, psychological, and social well-being of individuals.
• Understand ethical practices, confidentiality, professional boundaries, and care documentation.

Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the fundamental principles of health and social care.
• Apply person-centred approaches to care and support.
• Identify individual care needs and contribute to support planning.
• Demonstrate respectful communication with service users, families, and colleagues.
• Recognize safeguarding risks, abuse, neglect, and inappropriate care practices.
• Apply infection prevention and control principles in care environments.
• Understand safe personal care, hygiene, mobility assistance, and daily living support.
• Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, dignity, and individual rights.
• Maintain confidentiality and appropriate care records.
• Identify basic health and safety risks and follow emergency procedures.
• Support the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of individuals.
• Contribute to quality improvement and professional development in health and social care settings.

Course Modules

Module 1: Fundamentals of Health & Social Care

• Introduction to health and social care
• Principles and values of health and social care practice
• Roles and responsibilities of care professionals
• Types of health and social care services
• Professional ethics, accountability, and boundaries

Assessment Requirements:

• Assignment Submission
• Viva Voce Test

Module 2: Person-Centred Care & Individual Support

• Principles of person-centred care
• Assessing individual needs and preferences
• Individual care planning and support plans
• Promoting independence, dignity, and choice
• Supporting daily living activities and personal care

Assessment Requirements:

• Assignment Submission
• Viva Voce Test

Module 3: Communication, Equality & Professional Relationships

• Effective verbal and non-verbal communication
• Active listening and interpersonal skills
• Communication with individuals with additional needs
• Equality, diversity, inclusion, and human rights
• Confidentiality, privacy, consent, and professional boundaries

Assessment Requirements:

• Assignment Submission
• Viva Voce Test

Module 4: Safeguarding & Protection in Care Settings

• Principles of safeguarding children and adults at risk
• Recognizing abuse, neglect, exploitation, and mistreatment
• Types and indicators of abuse
• Reporting, recording, and responding to safeguarding concerns
• Promoting dignity, respect, and protection from harm

Assessment Requirements:

• Assignment Submission
• Viva Voce Test

Module 5: Health, Safety, Hygiene & Infection Control

• Health and safety principles in care environments
• Infection prevention and control procedures
• Personal hygiene and safe use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Risk assessment and accident prevention
• Safe moving, handling, and mobility assistance
• Basic first aid awareness and emergency response

Assessment Requirements:

• Assignment Submission
• Viva Voce Test

Module 6: Health Promotion, Well-Being & Quality Care

• Physical, emotional, psychological, and social well-being
• Nutrition, hydration, rest, and healthy lifestyle practices
• Supporting older people and persons with disabilities
• Mental health awareness and emotional support
• Care documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping
• Quality assurance and continuous improvement in care services

Assessment Requirements:

• Assignment Submission
• Viva Voce Test

Course Methodology

• Instructor-led online or classroom training
• Interactive presentations and practical examples
• Health and social care case studies
• Group discussions and scenario-based learning
• Demonstrations of personal care and infection control practices
• Safeguarding and risk assessment exercises
• Assignments, quizzes, and knowledge assessments
• Practical problem-solving and care planning exercises

Who Should Attend?

• Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers
• Health and Social Care Professionals
• Caregivers and Home Care Workers
• Nursing Assistants and Patient Care Assistants
• Residential Care and Care Home Staff
• Community Health and Social Care Workers
• Childcare and Elderly Care Professionals
• Disability Support Workers
• NGO and Community Development Professionals
• HR and Training Professionals working in care organizations
• Individuals aspiring to build a career in health and social care

Course Conclusion

The Diploma in Health & Social Care provides a structured foundation for individuals seeking to develop professional competencies in healthcare support, social care, safeguarding, and person-centred service delivery. Through theoretical learning and practical applications, participants will gain knowledge and skills to support individual well-being, promote dignity and independence, maintain safe care environments, and contribute to the delivery of quality health and social care services.

Course Information

Course Title: Diploma in Health & Social Care

Course Duration: 6 Months

Training Provider: Compliance Training (BD) Limited (CTBL)

Certificate: Certificate awarded upon fulfillment of the course completion and assessment requirements.

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