Professional Boundaries in Health and Social Care Certification

Professional Boundaries in Health and Social Care

This course is designed for anyone involved in the health and social care industry. The course discusses the nature and importance of professional boundaries and the legal and ethical considerations related to professional boundaries in the UK. The strategies for maintaining proper and appropriate boundaries with those in your care are examined, along with the importance of effective communication and interpersonal skills to maintain these boundaries. The course also explores confidentiality and data protection laws and looks at ways to balance patient/client confidentiality with the need to share information appropriately. The importance of self-reflection to avoid patient/client misunderstandings is also discussed.

What You Will Learn:

• What professional boundaries are and their advantages.
• The various frameworks in place to enforce professional boundaries.
• The importance of data protection and maintaining confidentiality.
• The importance of proper communication to avoid misunderstandings and accidental boundary crossings.
• The proper steps to follow to report incidents of boundary crossings or violations.

Benefits Of Taking This Course:

• You will have gained crucial knowledge about professional boundaries which will assist to further your personal career goals.
• With greater awareness of the nature and importance of professional boundaries, you will be more employable, particularly in a supervisory position.
• You will develop deeper self-awareness and understanding of professional boundaries in your career so that you can be more successful and more aware of the decisions you make.
• You can improve the health and contentment of those in your care and can impart useful knowledge to other professionals.