Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Care Planning

Course Overview:
The objective of this qualification is to develop learners’ knowledge and understanding in the area of care planning and how this impacts on the care provided and meets individual needs. Will help learners to understand their role in supporting the preferences and needs of individuals in relation to their care or support, the development and implementation of care plans and contributing to the review of these by observing, monitoring and reporting on the care activities they’re responsible for.

This qualification is aimed at anyone working in a healthcare or social care environment, who wish to gain an understanding of care planning and its effects on the individual.

Qualification: iCQ Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Care Planning
Total Credits: 19
Minimum Guided Learning Hours: 145
Awarding Body: iCQ
Course Duration: 4-5 months

Entry Requirements: You don’t need any formal qualifications to enrol on this course. Learners will need to produce full and articulate answers to questions. Learners will need to have a good standard of written and verbal communication skills.

  • To achieve the qualification learners must achieve all units in the mandatory group.

    ·       Understanding the context of falls

    ·       Understanding the factors and risks of falls

    ·       Understanding the The objective of the qualification is to allow learners to gain knowledge and understanding of:

     

    ·       The principles and processes of person-centred thinking, planning and review

    ·       How to work with individuals to carry out activities specified in their care or support plan, including person-centred assessment, planning, implementation, and review

    ·       The promotion of health and well-being through nutrition and hydration

    ·       Supporting individuals to maintain personal hygiene

    ·       Supporting individuals to manage continence and the use of continence equipment

    ·       Supporting individuals with sleep assessment, recording and reporting requirements of falls

    ·       Understanding best practice in relation to falls management

  • Assessment method

    The qualification will be assessed by a portfolio of evidence. Your personal assessor will conduct monthly meetings via Teams to review and develop your progress towards the qualification.

    All assessments need to be passed, and each will directly assess the knowledge, skills and behaviours of the qualification

  • After this programme, you could progress to the Level 2 / 3 Diploma in Adult Care