About Course
The Care Planning Training course equips care and support workers with the essential knowledge and skills needed to create effective, person-centred care plans. It provides detailed guidance on documentation, assessments, and the planning cycle to meet professional standards, ensuring compliance with CQC and Ofsted inspections. Tailored to your specific care setting, this course focuses on practical strategies to improve care planning while prioritising the needs and goals of individuals.
What Will You Learn?
- Understand the purpose and components of a care plan.
- Recognise the principles of person-centred care.
- Master the care planning cycle and its key stages.
- Learn best practices for documentation and record-keeping.
- Understand the importance of regular care plan reviews.
- Gain skills in risk management and assessment.
- Learn how to work in partnership with other professionals and families.
- Set measurable goals and track progress effectively.
- Understand safeguarding, legal requirements, and professional standards.
Material Includes
- Digital course handbook.
- Care planning templates and examples.
- Certificate of completion (valid for 2 years).
- Links to UK care planning standards and guidelines.
Audience
- Health and social care workers in Care Homes.
- Support workers in day centres or supported living environments.
- Carers providing in-home support for individuals.
- Managers and team leaders overseeing care planning.
- Anyone involved in creating or reviewing care plans in a professional setting.
Course Content
Introduction to Care Planning
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What is a care plan?
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Principles of person-centred care.
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Legal and regulatory requirements for care planning in the UK.
The Care Planning Cycle
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Key components and their significance.
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Roles and responsibilities in the care planning process.
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Communication and partnership working.
Documentation and Record-Keeping
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Best practices for maintaining accurate records.
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Common mistakes to avoid.
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Ensuring accessibility for all stakeholders.
Risk Management and Assessment
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Conducting effective risk assessments.
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Linking risk management to care planning.
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Responding to critical incidents or changes in risk.
Review and Goal Setting
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Importance of regular reviews.
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Setting SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound).
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Measuring progress and achieving outcomes.
Safeguarding and Behaviour Support
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Integrating safeguarding requirements into care plans.
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Behaviour support strategies and best practices.
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Legal considerations and professional standards.
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