The Care Certificate – Full Package

Course Outline:

Here is the course outline for the Care Certificate standard:

1. Introduction to the Care Certificate
   • Purpose and importance
   • 15 standards overview
2. Understanding your role (Standard 1)
   • Responsibilities and limits of your role
   • Working in partnership with others
3. Your personal development (Standard 2)
   • Personal development plans
   • Reflective practice
4. Duty of care (Standard 3)
   • Understanding duty of care
   • Dealing with comments and complaints
5. Equality and diversity (Standard 4)
   • Promoting equality and respecting diversity
   • Human rights in care settings
6. Work in a person-centred way (Standard 5)
   • Principles of person-centred care
   • Supporting independence
7. Communication (Standard 6)
   • Effective communication methods
   • Overcoming barriers to communication
8. Privacy and dignity (Standard 7)
   • Maintaining privacy and dignity
   • Supporting active participation
9. Fluids and nutrition (Standard 8)
   • Importance of good nutrition and hydration
   • Supporting dietary requirements
10. Awareness of mental health, dementia and learning disability (Standard 9)
    • Key features of these conditions
    • Promoting positive attitudes
11. Safeguarding adults (Standard 10)
    • Recognizing abuse and neglect
    • Reporting concerns
12. Safeguarding children (Standard 11)
    • Child protection basics
    • Responding to signs of abuse
13. Basic life support (Standard 12)
    • CPR and choking procedures
    • Responding to emergencies
14. Health and safety (Standard 13)
    • Risk assessment
    • Fire safety and infection prevention
15. Handling information (Standard 14)
    • Confidentiality and data protection
    • Record keeping
16. Infection prevention and control (Standard 15)
    • Hand hygiene
    • Managing infectious outbreaks
17. Assessment and Certification
    • Knowledge checks
    • Practical assessments

This outline covers all 15 standards of the Care Certificate, providing a comprehensive foundation for care workers.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completing the Care Certificate course, participants will be able to:

• Understand their role and duties in the care sector
• Show knowledge of person-centred care and good communication
• Apply principles of equality, diversity, and safeguarding in care settings
• Use basic life support and health and safety procedures
• Handle information confidentially and follow data protection rules
• Recognise and respond to signs of abuse, neglect, and mental health issues
• Practice proper infection prevention and control measures in care environments.

Frequently Asked Questions on Care Certificate

Who is the online care certificate for?

The online care certificate course is for non-regulated health and social care workers (support workers, care assistant etc.) who are new to the sector or who are looking to refresh their knowledge and skills.

It is also a valuable tool for existing staff to develop their understanding of the core standards of care.

When will I get access to the course?

Once purchased, you will be sent your login details within 24-48 hours.

How long will it take to complete?

Each module should take roughly an hour to complete, however, you can take as little or as much time as you wish.

What is the relationship between the Care Certificate and the Care Certificate Workbook?

The Care Certificate and the Care Workbook work together to help non-regulated healthcare workers build their skills and knowledge. The Care Certificate provides basic skills and knowledge.

The Care Workbook is a practical guide that goes along with the Care Certificate.

It gives step-by-step instructions and exercises to help learners use the Care Standards in their daily work.

The workbook includes real-life examples, role-plays, and questions to help people understand and apply the guidelines in their work.

How should you use the Care Workbook?

Support workers can use the workbook to improve their skills and knowledge, meet care standards, and provide safe, kind, and personalised care.

Personalised care focuses on the individual’s needs and preferences, making them feel valued and respected.

You can download the workbook for free online.

Can I complete the care certificate online?

Yes, you can complete the Certificate Course online through certain of our e-learning platforms which cover the complete Care Certificate Standards.  These online courses often include interactive modules, videos, quizzes, and assessments to help you learn and demonstrate your understanding of the care certificate standards.

Before enrolling in an online course, it’s essential to ensure that the training provider is reputable and accredited. You should verify that the course covers all 15 standards required as set out by the UK government.

Our Care Certificate Program is a FULL PACKAGE that covers all the 15 Care standards.

Keep in mind that you may still need to complete some aspects of the Care Certificate, such as practical assessments and observations of your practice, in person, despite the convenience and flexibility of online training.

Make sure to clarify the assessment process with the training provider or your employer to understand the complete requirements for obtaining the Care Certificate.

For the Care certification with practical assessment and observations which is a 3-day course, please visit this link.

How long does the care certificate take to complete?

The duration to complete the online Care Certificate can vary based on individual progress.

Typically, it takes from one day to 12 weeks, depending on experience, commitment, and course structure. We offer self-paced options so that you can take your time to complete the modules anytime.

How do I get a care certificate in the UK?

The easiest way would be to enroll in the online care certificate course for those outside UK and within the UK. However, it is important you talk to your employer (or employer-to-be) to know if you should take the course.

We have an article that explains the 7 things you should know about the care certificate, it is worth reading.

Click here to read the 7 things about the care certificate.

How are your courses assessed?

Once you have completed all of the knowledge sections of the course you will be presented with a multiple choice test.

This test result and certificate needs to be combined with the downloadable PDF’s to create a portfolio of evidence alongside your workplace observations so you can achieve The Care Certificate.

The answers are marked instantly so you will know immediately whether you’ve passed or not.

If you don’t pass don’t worry, you will be able to re-take the test again at no extra charge.

How can I purchase in bulk?

We have a few options depending on the volume you wish to purchase.

The quickest and easiest way is to buy online using one of our bulk deal offers. Links are below.

Alternatively, you can call us on 01782 563333 or email enquiries@caringforcare.co.uk

5 Courses For £50

10 Courses For £75

25 Courses for £125