Care Certificate - 15 Standards
Get ready to dive deep into the Care Certificate standards with interactive activities and engaging discussions!
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Build a strong foundation in adult social care with the Care Certificate’s 15 key standards. Study online at your own pace.
Overview:
The Care Certificate – 15 Standards course is designed to give you a solid introduction to working in the adult social care or healthcare sector. Whether you're starting out or formalising existing knowledge, this course covers all 15 standards set by Skills for Care. From understanding your role to safeguarding, duty of care, and infection prevention, each module is structured to help you learn in a clear, digestible format—online, on your schedule.
This course supports anyone looking to build confidence and knowledge in the care industry. You’ll explore topics such as communication, mental health awareness, and privacy and dignity—all while gaining a working understanding of person-centred care. The content is structured to be accessible, relevant, and genuinely helpful for everyday care settings. No fluff. Just what you need to know, delivered clearly and professionally.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the responsibilities and scope of a care worker's role.
- Identify and manage duty of care situations with confidence.
- Communicate clearly and effectively in different care environments.
- Recognise signs of abuse and respond using correct procedures.
- Follow health and safety measures in care-based situations.
- Respect privacy, dignity, and diversity in all aspects of care.
Who is this Course For:
- New entrants starting work in the health or care sector.
- Volunteers assisting in adult social care environments.
- Staff seeking recognised entry-level care training online.
- Employers wanting standardised training for new recruits.
- Home carers wishing to boost their understanding of standards.
- School leavers interested in exploring a care-related career.
- Apprentices needing knowledge to support their role.
- Anyone working under supervision in health or social care.
Career Path:
- Care Assistant – Average salary: £20,000 per year
- Support Worker – Average salary: £21,500 per year
- Healthcare Assistant (HCA) – Average salary: £22,000 per year
- Residential Care Worker – Average salary: £23,000 per year
- Community Support Worker – Average salary: £24,000 per year
- Mental Health Support Worker – Average salary: £25,000 per year
Frequently asked questions
The Care Certificate is a set of 15 minimum standards that health and social care workers need to learn and demonstrate before working without direct supervision.
It is mainly for new healthcare support workers and adult social care workers in England, including roles like care assistants, support workers, and personal assistants.
It varies, but most people complete it within 12 weeks while working, depending on their learning pace and employer’s support.
No formal exam is required. You need to be observed and assessed in practice to show you meet each of the 15 standards.
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