Care Certificate Course

This online course provides you with the knowledge component needed to complete the Care Certificate. You will learn about the theory and skills that you need to demonstrate when you are being assessed for the Care Certificate, and will learn how to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. Please note: this course does not provide you with the Care Certificate, as this requires a practical assessment to be made in your workplace setting, and by a suitable assessor. What the course covers Purpose of the Care Certificate and the 15 nationally agreed standards Your role, responsibilities, and working within agreed ways of working Duty of care and understanding how to raise concerns Person-centred care: dignity, respect, privacy, and choice Equality, diversity, inclusion, and human rights in care settings Effective communication and record keeping Safeguarding adults and children: recognising abuse and reporting procedures Health and safety in the workplace, including risk assessment basics Infection prevention and control principles Handling information: confidentiality and data protection Basic life support and responding to emergencies (theory) Moving and handling principles to reduce risk (theory) Supporting individuals with nutrition and hydration Understanding mental health, dementia, and learning disability awareness Professional behaviours, compassion, and delivering high-quality care Benefits for participants Builds the knowledge component needed to work toward the Care Certificate Prepares you for workplace assessment by helping you understand what you must demonstrate Improves confidence to work safely and meet people’s needs appropriately Strengthens ability to deliver high-quality, compassionate, person-centred care Helps you understand expectations before working unsupervised Supports consistent standards of practice across health and social care settings Enhances employability and readiness for care roles and progression