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Understanding the 15 Standards of Care

The Understanding the 15 Standards of Care course equips healthcare assistants with essential knowledge and skills to provide high quality, ethical patient care. It covers mastering professional roles, personal development, and duty of care, ensuring HCAs uphold safety and compassion. Effective communication and person centered care are emphasized, promoting individualized support. Learners explore equality, diversity, and inclusion, fostering respect in healthcare settings. The course includes mental health awareness, safeguarding adults, and maintaining privacy and dignity, ensuring vulnerable individuals receive proper care. Essential topics such as fluids and nutrition, infection prevention, and basic life support enhance patient well being. Additionally, handling information securely, protecting children, and health and safety regulations are key components. By mastering these 15 Standards of Care, healthcare assistants gain the confidence, knowledge, and professional integrity needed to excel in the field and deliver compassionate, effective care.

Duration: 60 - 120 Minutes | Flexible Duration
Mode of Study: 100% Online Learning Environment | Study from any location, on any device.
Certificate: Immediate digital certificate issuance upon completion
Unlimited assessment: Retakes at no additional cost

Course Price

£9,99

CPD Credits: 2

Key Features

Mastering Your Role: Develop a strong understanding of responsibilities, ethics, and expectations as a healthcare assistant.
Personal Development: Strengthen professional skills, confidence, and ongoing growth for career success.
Core Care Principles: Learn duty of care, effective communication, and person-centered approaches to patient support.
Safeguarding & Safety: Understand best practices for protecting adults, children, and maintaining a secure healthcare environment.
Specialized Healthcare Skills: Explore infection prevention, basic life support, handling information, and maintaining patient dignity and privacy.
This course provides comprehensive knowledge to ensure healthcare professionals meet industry standards and deliver high-quality patient care.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this development material, learner will be able to understand:

Understanding & Mastering the Role You Are Going to Perform
Personal Development of the Health Care Assistants (HCA’s)
Duty of Care
Communication
Person Centered Care
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Understanding Mental Health and Learning Disabilities
Safeguarding Adults
Privacy and Dignity
Fluids and Nutrition
Infection Prevention And control
Basic Life Support
Handling Information
Protecting Children
Health & Safety
Takeaways from 15 Standards of Care

Delivered and Certified By

This program is delivered by the London Campus of Higher Studies – LCHS, a reputable institution committed to academic excellence and professional development. Upon successful completion, participants are awarded a certificate accredited by CPD, ensuring global recognition and alignment with continued professional development standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for individuals who are new to the health and social care sector, as well as those seeking a refresher on foundational care giving skills. It’s especially beneficial for support workers, caregivers, and aspiring healthcare assistants.

What will I learn in this course?

You’ll gain practical understanding of essential care principles including:

Person-centred care
Health and safety in a care setting
Effective communication
Safeguarding and dignity in care

How is the course delivered?

The program is delivered online via the LCHS UK learning platform, allowing you the flexibility to study at your own pace, anywhere and anytime.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes! Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a CPD UK-accredited certificate by London Campus of Higher Studies – LCHS —a valuable addition to your professional portfolio.

How long does it take to complete the course?

Most learners complete the course in 1–4 hours, depending on their pace and schedule flexibility.

Do I need any prior qualifications?

No prior qualifications are needed. This course is designed to be accessible to anyone with an interest in caregiving.

Is this recognised by employers?

Yes, London Campus of Higher Studies – LCHS is an official member of renowned CPD certification service and CPD UK accreditation is widely recognised by employers across the health and social care sectors, adding credibility to your resume or career progression goals.

Understanding the 15 Standards of Care