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Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care: Level 2 Certificate

For individuals working with, or intending to work with, vulnerable adults in the health and social care sectors.

Course summary

Qualification
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care
Level
Level 2
Awarding body
NCFE (CACHE)
Qualification number (QAN)
601/3119/6
Guided learning
145 hours
Total time
160 hours, including study and assessment
Cost
Free if you are eligible
Funding

Who it's for and what you'll learn

This Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care NCFE CACHE Level 2 qualification is designed primarily for individuals working with, or intending to work with, vulnerable adults in the health and social care sectors. Safeguarding adults and upholding the dignity of those accessing health and social care services are key principles in the sector, and the purpose of this qualification is to give learners an understanding of dignity and safeguarding and their relevance in health and social care, and how they can work to uphold these key principles.

This qualification aims to give learners knowledge and understanding of the key principles of dignity, duty of care and safeguarding as applied to adult health and social care. Learners will investigate the principles and how they are applied in everyday work contexts. They will also have an opportunity to examine the dilemmas and consequences that can arise when these principles are not upheld.

The objectives of this qualification are to:

  • prepare learners for further training and to support a role in the workplace where the individual may work or interact with vulnerable adults

What the course covers

To be awarded the Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care level 2 qualification, learners are required to successfully complete 4 mandatory units:

Unit 1 - Understand safeguarding in adult health and social care

In this unit learners will gain an understanding of issues relating to safeguarding adults in health and social care. Learners will explore current legislation and explain the roles of different agencies involved in protecting individuals from abuse or harm. The learner will know how to recognise potential and actual abuse, and take action in the event of disclosed, suspected or alleged abuse or harm. The unit will help learners to understand ways to reduce the likelihood of abuse or harm and sources of information and support available.

The learner will:

  • Understand the national and local context of safeguarding and protection from abuse
  • Know how to recognise potential and actual abuse and harm
  • Know how to respond if abuse or harm is disclosed, suspected or alleged
  • Understand ways to reduce the likelihood of abuse or harm
  • Know about information and support in relation to abuse or harm

Unit 2 - Principles of dignity in adult health and social care practice

This unit aims to establish some of the key principles of dignity in adult health and social care practice. In this unit learners will explore issues relating to dignity, self-worth and well-being. The learner will know how to apply the principles of dignity and gain an understanding of the importance of professional relationships for supporting dignity in service provision.

The learner will:

  • Understand the principles of dignity in adult health and social care
  • Understand the potential impact on individuals when accessing and using health and social care services
  • Understand how to apply the principles of dignity in adult health and social care
  • Understand how person-centred approaches contribute to dignity in adult health and social care
  • Understand the role of the health and social care worker in relation to promoting dignity
  • Understand the importance of professional relationships for dignity and service provision

Unit 3 - Understand duty of care in adult health and social care

In this unit learners will explore issues relating to duty of care within the context of adult health and social care. The learner will gain an understanding of possible conflicts and dilemmas faced between duty of care and individuals’ rights. They will also be able to recognise and report unsafe practice and understand the impact of own actions on individuals and others.

The learner will:

  • Understand what is meant by ‘duty of care’
  • Know about dilemmas and conflicts relating to duty of care
  • Know how to recognise and report unsafe practices
  • Understand the impact of own actions on individuals and others
  • Understand the importance of consent in health and social care practice

Unit 4 - Understand dilemmas and public concerns in adult health and social care

In this unit learners will explore potential dilemmas and issues of public concern in adult health and social care. This unit will help learners identify wider issues and how media reporting and people’s perception has impacted on adult health and social care practice and changes to service delivery.

The learner will:

  • Understand dilemmas that may be encountered in adult health and social care
  • Know about issues of public concern in adult health and social care
  • Understand how safeguarding adults reviews have impacted on adult health and social care practice

How these courses usually work

Every provider does things a little differently, so check the details with them before you apply.

Where and how you study

Most of these courses are studied online, from home. You'll usually need internet access and a laptop or desktop computer. A phone or tablet may not be enough. Some providers can send paper workbooks if you ask.

How long it takes

  • This qualification is designed to take about 160 hours in total, including study and assessment.
  • Many learners finish in around 6 weeks by studying 4 to 5 hours a week. You can go faster if you have more time.
  • Providers usually set a deadline, often 10 to 12 weeks after you start.

Support

Providers usually give you a tutor who marks your work and answers your questions by email, phone or message.

Assessment

There are usually no exams. Instead, you answer assessment questions as you work through the course and send them to your tutor to mark. If an answer needs more work, you can usually change it and send it again.

Your certificate

When you pass, your certificate comes from the awarding body, NCFE. It often takes 8 to 12 weeks to arrive after your final assessment.

Things to check before you start

  • Many providers only let you study one funded course at a time.
  • If you leave the course early, or don't finish by the deadline, some providers charge an admin or withdrawal fee, often around £125. Ask about this before you sign up.

Can I do this course for free?

ASF local flexibility: 19+, England resident, unemployed or earning under £26,800 (devolved areas vary).

Some areas of England (devolved areas such as Greater London and Greater Manchester) set their own rules, so a provider may not be able to fund you if you live there. Withdrawal or admin fees can also apply.

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