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.
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3.75 hrs
Course FAQ
Who can take the Professional Boundaries in Health and Social Care Certification course?
There are no entry requirements to take the course.
What is the structure of the course?
The course has 5 modules and should take 3.75 hours. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to complete, although students can spend as much or as little time as they feel necessary on the modules.
Where / when can the course be studied?
The course can be studied at any time and from any internet-connected device.
Is there a test at the end of the course?
Once you have completed the course there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken at a time and location of your choosing.