Principles and Values in Health and Social Care (Adults and Children and Young People), Early Years and Childcare

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
T/618/3538
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
27 hours

Aim

The aim of this unit is to consider the principles and values that underpin the work carried out in health and social care settings. Learners will know the importance of respecting and valuing the adults, children and young people that they may work with.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know the principles and values that underpin work in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Identify the key principles and values that underpin work in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare.

  • 1.2

    Identify guidance and standards that underpin the principles and values.

  • 1.3

    Identify why health and social care and childcare workers need to promote these values at all times.

2

Know ways to respect and value those who access services in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Describe why those who access services should be valued as individuals.

    2.1: Why those who access services should be valued as individuals, for example:

    • individual needs and preferences
    • dignity and self-worth
    • independence and confidence
    • positive relationships

  • 2.2

    Give examples of ways to value adults who access services.

    2.2: Ways to value adults who access services, for example:

    • listening to their opinions/preferences
    • respecting their cultural/religious beliefs
    • supporting their right to make decisions about their care
    • providing personalised care based on their needs
    • treating them with dignity and kindness

  • 2.3

    Give examples of ways to value children and young people who access services.

    2.3: Ways to value children and young people who access services, for example:

    • giving them opportunities to express their views/opinions
    • encouraging them to make choices about activities/routines
    • respecting their individuality, celebrating their achievements
    • providing a safe/nurturing environment
    • listening carefully, responding to their needs

  • 2.4

    Outline what is meant by person-centred practice or child-centred practice.

    2.4: Person-centred practice or child-centred practice, for example:

    • focus on individual needs and preferences
    • focus on the child’s wellbeing and development
    • involvement in decisions

  • 2.5

    Define confidentiality and data protection in the context of a health, social care or childcare setting.

  • 2.6

    Identify how confidentiality promotes respect for and values individuals.