nderstand How to Handle Information in Social Care Settings

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
Y/602/3118
Credits:
1
Guided learning hours:
9 hours

Assessment Guidance

This unit must be assessed in line with the Skills for Care and Development QCF Assessment Principles.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand the need for secure handling of information in social care settings.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Identify the legislation that relates to the recording, storage and sharing of information in social care.

  • 1.2

    Explain why it is important to have secure systems for recording and storing information in a social care setting.

2

Know how to access support for handling information in social care settings.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Describe how to access guidance, information and advice about handling information.

  • 2.2

    Outline what actions to take when there are concerns over the recording, storing or sharing of information.