Description
Dignity and Privacy – Online Course
📜 CPD Approved & Certified | 💜 100% online | 🧑⚕️ Foundational training for person-centred care | Duration: 50 minutes
Course Overview:
Treating people with dignity and respecting their privacy are fundamental principles in health and social care. This CPD-certified online course equips care professionals with the understanding and practical skills to uphold these core values in every aspect of service delivery.
The course defines what dignity and privacy mean in a care setting, explains why they are essential to person-centred care, and explores the consequences when these principles are not respected. Learners will gain practical tips and real-world scenarios that help establish positive, respectful relationships with service users while overcoming common barriers to maintaining dignity and privacy.
Whether you’re new to care or looking to refresh your knowledge, this course is a vital resource for anyone working in a supportive, residential, or healthcare environment.
Key Skills Gained:
- Understanding the legal and ethical importance of dignity and privacy in care
- Applying good practice techniques to promote dignity in everyday interactions
- Establishing respectful working relationships with service users
- Recognising the importance of self-care to support professional conduct
- Identifying and overcoming common barriers to upholding dignity and privacy
- Creating a safe, person-centred environment where individuals feel valued and respected
Course Modules:
| Module | Name | Pass Mark |
| 1 | Overview of the Course | 70% |
| 2 | Understanding the Principles | 70% |
| 3 | Dignity – Good Practice Part 1 | 70% |
| 4 | Dignity – Good Practice Part 2 | 70% |
| 5 | Privacy – Good Practice | 70% |
| 6 | Self-care | 70% |
| 7 | Overcoming Barriers to Dignity and Privacy | 70% |
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
✅ Define dignity and privacy in a care context
✅ Explain how dignity and privacy are linked to quality of life and wellbeing
✅ Apply good practice approaches to uphold these principles in daily care
✅ Understand the impact of poor practice on service users and care environments
✅ Promote self-awareness and professional boundaries in all interactions
Target Audience:
- Health and social care workers
- Residential and nursing home staff
- Domiciliary carers and support workers
- Volunteers and community care professionals
- Anyone involved in direct care or support roles
System Requirements:
- Browser: Latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari
- Video: Up-to-date video drivers
- Memory: 1GB+ RAM
- Internet: Broadband connection (3Mb+ recommended)
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