Level: 3
Credit value: 6
UAN: Y/601/8145
Unit aim
This unit is aimed at those working in a wide range of settings. It provides the learner with the knowledge and skills required to implement and promote person centred approaches.
Learning outcomes
There are seven learning outcomes to this unit. The learner will:
1. Understand the application of person centred approaches in health and social care
2. Be able to work in a person-centred way
3. Be able to establish consent when providing care or support
4. Be able to implement and promote active participation
5. Be able to support the individual’s right to make choices
6. Be able to promote individuals well-being
7. Understand the role of risk assessment in enabling a person centred approach
Guided learning hours
It is recommended that 41 hours should be allocated for this unit, although patterns of delivery are likely to vary.
Details of the relationship between the unit and relevant national standards
This unit is linked to HSC 35, HSC 332 and HSC 350.
Support of the unit by a sector or other appropriate body
This unit is endorsed by Skills for Care and Development.
Assessment
This unit must be assessed in accordance with Skills for Care and Development’s QCF Assessment
Principles.
Learning outcomes 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 must be assessed in a real work environment..
44 Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for Wales and Northern Ireland (4222-32)
Unit 4222-305 Promote person centred approaches in health and social care (HSC 036)
Assessment Criteria
Outcome 1 Understand the application of person centred approaches in health and social care
The learner can:
1. explain how and why person-centred values must influence all aspects of health and social care work
2. evaluate the use of care plans in applying person centred values.
Outcome 2 Be able to work in a person-centred way
The learner