What you'll be able to do

• Understand relevant legislation, policy and good practice related to adapting and fitting healthcare equipment, medical devices, assistive technology and associated systems or products to meet individuals’ needs
• Understand anatomy and physiology relevant to adapting and fitting prescribed items to meet individuals’ needs
• Understand specialist technical requirements of healthcare equipment, medical devices, assistive technology and associated systems or products
• Adapt prescribed items to meet individuals’ needs
• Fit prescribed items to meet the needs of individuals

What you'll be able to do

• Understand legislation, guidelines, policies, procedures and protocols relevant to the administration of medication
• Know about common types of medication and their use
• Understand procedures and techniques for the administration of medication
• Prepare for the administration of medication
• Administer and monitor medication

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to administer oral nutritional products to individuals in line with current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice guidelines
• Understand common nutritional products and their uses
• Understand how to manage possible reactions to the use of nutritional products
• Prepare for oral administration of nutritional products
• Administer oral nutritional products to individuals
• Maintain stock of nutritional products

What you'll be able to do

• Understand good practice in identifying the information requirements of individuals with health conditions
• Understand a range of common health conditions and their potential impact on individuals
• Understand the effects of change on individuals’ lifestyles, including the impact of health conditions and related treatments
• Ascertain the information and advice needs of individuals regarding their health condition and its management
• Agree plans with individuals to adapt their lifestyle in order to manage their condition effectively

What you'll be able to do

• Know the anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system
• Know the anatomy and physiology of the breast
• Understand physical changes during pregnancy

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the legislation, policy and good practice guidelines related to assuring the safe functioning of radiographic image equipment
• Understand procedures and techniques in relation to radiographic imaging equipment quality assurance
• Understand the importance of monitoring the image processing procedure for radiographic images
• Record and report on the functioning of relevant radiographic equipment

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice that inform own role in assisting in treatment programmes for individuals with severely reduced movement/mobility
• Understand anatomical and physiological issues related to providing treatment programmes for individuals with severely reduced movement/mobility
• Understand treatment programmes for individuals with severely reduced movement/mobility
• Implement treatment programmes for individuals with severely reduced movement/mobility

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how health and safety measures are implemented when receiving clinical specimens.
• Understand how health and safety measures are implemented when handling clinical specimens.
• Understand how health and safety measures are implemented when dispatching clinical specimens.
• Understand the reasons for using different containers for different clinical specimens.
• Understand the reasons for using different transport media for different clinical specimens.
• Assist others to receive clinical specimens.
• Assist others to handle clinical specimens.
• Assist others to label clinical specimens.
• Assist others to dispatch clinical specimens.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice relating to assisting in testing individuals’ abilities prior to planning physical activities, ensuring compliance and ethical practice.
• Understand health-related issues and how these may impact physical activities, recognising potential risks and contraindications.
• Understand motivation factors for physical activities, encouraging participation and adherence.
• Carry out preparations for assessments of individuals’ ability to exercise, ensuring the environment and equipment are safe and suitable.
• Assist the practitioner to administer tests to assess individuals’ ability to exercise, following instructions and maintaining accurate records.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the current legislation, guidelines and policies relevant to the administration of medication
• Understand own role in assisting in the administration of medication
• Understand the requirements and procedures for assisting in the administration of medication
• Understand the requirements and procedures for ensuring an individual’s safety
• Assist with the preparation of the administration of medication
• Assist in the administration of medication
• Contribute to the management of medications and administration records

What you'll be able to do

• Explain current organisational policies and procedures relating to the safe and appropriate use of oxygen therapy
• Describe a range of respiratory conditions that may require the use of oxygen therapy
• Explain the potential adverse effects of oxygen therapy and how these can be minimised or prevented through appropriate monitoring and management
• Identify the resources and equipment required when administering care in response to respiratory conditions, ensuring they are readily available and in good working order
• Monitor and record oxygen saturation levels accurately, using appropriate equipment and techniques, and reporting any deviations from the expected range
• Assist in the preparation and administration of oxygen for individuals, following instructions from a healthcare professional and ensuring the individual's comfort and safety

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the potential effects of the perioperative environment and procedures on individuals undergoing perioperative care, considering physical and psychological impacts
• Support individuals in a perioperative environment according to their care plan, providing assistance and reassurance as needed
• Monitor individuals in a perioperative environment according to the requirements of their care plans, observing vital signs and reporting any concerns promptly

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice related to the implementation of programmes to restore mobility, movement and functional independence
• Understand health topics related to restoring movement and functional independence
• Understand treatment programmes related to restoring movement and functional independence
• Assist in implementing programmes to restore mobility, movement and functional independence
• Make records and provide information to the practitioner

What you'll be able to do

• Understand techniques and resources involved in planning presentations.
• Assist others to plan presentations.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice when assisting the practitioner to carry out healthcare activities
• Assist the practitioner in carrying out healthcare activities

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of mental health legislation
• Understand the key elements of mental health legislation
• Understand ‘restraint’ as defined under mental health legislation
• Understand the importance of complying with the mental health legislation code of practice when working with individuals who lack capacity

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice guidelines related to caring for newborn babies, ensuring compliance and best practice.
• Understand how to meet the physical, social, emotional and developmental needs of newborn babies, promoting their healthy growth and wellbeing.
• Contribute to the safety of newborn babies within own care, minimising risks and ensuring a secure environment.
• Feed, bathe and clothe newborn babies in line with local policy and protocol, adhering to established procedures.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and best practice related to caring for individuals with urethral catheters
• Understand the procedure of urethral catheterisation
• Understand the use and application of catheter care equipment
• Prepare individuals to carry out urethral catheter care
• Carry out care for individuals with urethral catheters
• Monitor and check individuals undergoing urethral catheter care

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the ageing process, including the physical, psychological, and social changes that occur with age.
• Understand how to adapt communication when caring for the older person, taking into account their individual needs and preferences.
• Understand how to care for the older person, providing support with activities of daily living and promoting their independence and well-being.

What you'll be able to do

• Provide appropriate physical care for babies and young children, including hygiene, comfort, and safety.
• Establish and maintain daily routines for babies and young children that support their health, development, and wellbeing.
• Provide opportunities for exercise and physical activity that are appropriate for the age and developmental stage of babies and young children.
• Provide safe and protective environments for babies and young children, minimising risks and promoting their safety.
• Provide for the nutritional needs of babies under 18 months, including preparing and administering appropriate feeds.
• Provide meals to meet the nutritional needs of young children from 18-36 months, ensuring a balanced and varied diet.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies and protocols that impact on own role in carrying out blood collection from fixed or central lines.
• Understand the procedures involved in the collection of arterial blood, including potential complications and necessary precautions.
• Prepare the environment, equipment, and patient for blood collection from fixed or central lines, ensuring adherence to infection control procedures.
• Carry out blood collection procedures from fixed or central lines safely and effectively, following established protocols and minimising patient discomfort.
• Accurately record details of the blood collection procedure, report any adverse events or deviations from protocol, and forward blood samples to the appropriate laboratory for analysis.
• Monitor the patient during and after blood collection, report any signs of complications, and take appropriate action in accordance with established procedures.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation related to carrying out vision screening
• Understand policy related to carrying out vision screening
• Understand good practice related to carrying out vision screening
• Understand the factors related to vision screening
• Prepare to carry out vision screening
• Carry out vision screening
• Support individuals during the vision screening procedure
• Support individuals after the vision screening procedure

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation related to undertaking wound drainage care
• Understand national guidelines related to undertaking wound drainage care
• Understand policies related to undertaking wound drainage care
• Understand protocols related to undertaking wound drainage care
• Understand best practice related to undertaking wound drainage care
• Understand safety measures related to undertaking wound drainage care
• Understand the principles of wound drainage
• Understand the use of equipment related to wound drainage
• Understand procedures involved in wound drainage
• Understand techniques involved in wound drainage
• Prepare for wound drainage care
• Carry out wound drainage care

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to maintain a clean environment in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
• Understand the principles and steps of the decontamination process, including the selection and use of appropriate cleaning agents and equipment.
• Understand the importance of good waste management practice, including the correct segregation, handling, and disposal of different types of waste.
• Undertake the decontamination process, following established protocols and ensuring the safety of yourself and others.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation in relation to co-ordinating the progress of individuals through care pathways
• Understand national guidelines in relation to co-ordinating the progress of individuals through care pathways
• Understand policies in relation to co-ordinating the progress of individuals through care pathways
• Understand protocols in relation to co-ordinating the progress of individuals through care pathways
• Understand good practice guidelines in relation to co-ordinating the progress of individuals through care pathways
• Understand the processes involved in the co-ordination of individuals through care pathways
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of those involved in the co-ordination of individuals through care pathways
• Co-ordinate the progress of individuals through care pathways

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice guidelines related to the provision of environmental and social support in the community
• Understand how to assess the need for environmental and social support in the community
• Assess the provision of environmental and social support in the community
• Carry out assessments in collaboration with others to establish the need for environmental and social support in the community
• Carry out assessments in collaboration with others to establish the provision of environmental and social support in the community
• Plan changes to be made to the environment and social support with individuals and relevant others

What you'll be able to do

• Summarise current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice in relation to collating and communicating health information to individuals, ensuring confidentiality and data protection
• Identify the specific health information to be collated and communicated to individuals, based on their needs and the requirements of the care plan
• Communicate health information to individuals in a clear, accurate and accessible manner, using appropriate communication methods and addressing any questions or concerns

What you'll be able to do

• Understand why effective communication with children and young people is important in the work setting
• Meet the communication needs of children and young people and those involved in their care
• Meet the language needs of children and young people and those involved in their care
• Meet the wishes of children and young people and those involved in their care
• Meet the preferences of children and young people and those involved in their care
• Understand the rationale for the use of play techniques for communicating with children and young people
• Understand the rationale for the use of distraction techniques for communicating with children and young people
• Understand the implementation of play techniques in the work setting
• Understand the implementation of distraction techniques in the work setting

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the relationship between health, wellbeing, and lifestyle, recognising the interconnectedness of physical, mental, and social factors.
• Understand factors influencing health and wellbeing, including social, economic, environmental, and personal factors.
• Communicate with individuals and others when promoting health and wellbeing, using effective communication techniques to encourage positive lifestyle choices.
• Encourage individuals to address issues relating to their health and wellbeing, providing information, support, and signposting to relevant services.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to conduct external ear examinations in line with current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols, and good practice guidelines, ensuring patient safety and accurate assessment.
• Know the anatomy of the ear as related to conducting ear examinations, including the structures and functions relevant to identifying abnormalities.
• Understand reasons for conducting an examination of the external ear, including identifying potential infections, blockages, or other abnormalities.
• Prepare to conduct external ear examinations, ensuring the environment, equipment, and individual are ready for the procedure.
• Conduct external ear examinations, using appropriate techniques and equipment to visualise and assess the ear canal and eardrum.
• Record and report results from external ear examinations, accurately documenting findings and communicating them to relevant healthcare professionals.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to conduct hearing assessments in line with current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice guidelines
• Know the anatomy and physiology of the ear related to hearing
• Understand how to maintain equipment required to assess individuals’ hearing
• Prepare to conduct hearing assessments
• Conduct hearing assessments
• Record and report the results of hearing assessments

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and best practice related to conducting routine maintenance on clinical equipment
• Understand the procedures involved in conducting routine maintenance on clinical equipment, including inspection, cleaning, and calibration
• Prepare to carry out routine maintenance on clinical equipment, ensuring the correct tools, materials, and safety precautions are in place
• Carry out routine maintenance on clinical equipment according to established procedures and manufacturer's guidelines
• Report and record on routine maintenance carried out on clinical equipment, documenting any findings, actions taken, and equipment status

What you'll be able to do

• Understand monitoring of the health of individuals affected by health conditions
• Carry out observations of the health of individuals affected by health conditions
• Record observations
• Report on observations
• Respond to changes in an individual’s condition

What you'll be able to do

• Know the factors that affect how individuals are cared for after death, including legal and cultural considerations
• Contribute to supporting those who are close to deceased individuals
• Contribute to preparing deceased individuals prior to transfer, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
• Contribute to transferring deceased individuals, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
• Manage own feelings in relation to the death of individuals

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the procedures for discharging individuals to a carer, including relevant documentation and communication requirements
• Prepare individuals for discharge, ensuring they have the necessary information and support
• Contribute to the discharge of individuals to carers, working collaboratively with other professionals and the individual's family

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of own role within a team and how it contributes to overall team performance.
• Reflect on own performance within a team, identifying strengths and areas for development.
• Manage time and commitments effectively to ensure contribution to team goals.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the team.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of following health and safety requirements when using medical devices in the perioperative environment
• Check medical devices in the perioperative environment, according to health and safety procedures
• Handle medical devices in the perioperative environment, according to health and safety procedures
• Check the integrity of instrument trays
• Dispose of used items and equipment safely

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice related to delivering exercise sessions.
• Understand the role of exercise and its physical effects on the body.
• Understand the principles and rationales for exercise programmes.
• Understand the use of exercise equipment.
• Deliver exercise sessions.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to deliver training through demonstration and instruction.
• Deliver training by demonstration and instruction.
• Review learning and training.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the nature of dementia
• Understand different models of dementia
• Know the different types of dementia and their causes
• Understand an individual’s experience of living with dementia

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice guidelines related to supporting parents/carers to care for babies during their first year
• Understand how to access and gather relevant information for care planning
• Understand the factors that impact on care planning needs
• Develop and agree individualised care plans for babies and families

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of developing positive relationships with children and young people
• Establish positive relationships with children and young people
• Provide information and advice to children and young people

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how duty of care contributes to safe practice in care settings, ensuring the well-being of individuals.
• Address conflicts or dilemmas that may arise between an individual’s rights and the duty of care, balancing competing interests.
• Respond to concerns, comments and complaints in care settings, addressing issues promptly and effectively.
• Recognise adverse events, incidents, errors and near misses in care settings, identifying potential risks.
• Respond to adverse events, incidents, errors and near misses in care settings, taking appropriate action to mitigate harm.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand key principles for communication in mental health support
• Understand key principles for relationships in mental health support
• Understand effective communication skills in building relationships in mental health care with individuals
• Understand effective communication skills in building relationships in mental health care with others
• Understand effective communication skills in sustaining relationships in mental health care with individuals
• Understand effective communication skills in sustaining relationships in mental health care with others
• Understand how to support individuals in their relationships
• Build therapeutic relationships with individuals, carers and their families
• Maintain therapeutic relationships with individuals, carers and their families

What you'll be able to do

• Understand why effective communication is important in the work setting, including its impact on relationships, safety, and quality of care.
• Understand the variety in people’s communication needs and preferences, recognising the importance of adapting communication styles to suit individual requirements.
• Communicate effectively with others, using appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication techniques to build rapport and understanding.
• Meet the communication and language needs, wishes, and preferences of individuals, ensuring they can express themselves and participate in decisions about their care.
• Understand the role of independent advocacy services in supporting individuals to communicate their wishes, needs, and preferences, and how to access these services.
• Understand confidentiality in care settings, including the importance of protecting sensitive information and adhering to relevant policies and procedures.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand factors that impact upon enabling children and young people to understand their health and wellbeing, recognising potential barriers and facilitators.
• Establish positive relationships with children, young people and relevant others to enable children and young people to understand their health and wellbeing, fostering trust and open communication.
• Develop a care plan in partnership with the child or young person to help them to achieve an understanding of the nature of their needs and preferences, promoting their active involvement and ownership.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand legislation, policies and practice in relation to supporting individuals to manage their behaviour
• Understand the factors that influence behaviour
• Work with individuals to recognise the impact of their behaviour on others
• Support individuals to develop strategies for managing behavioural responses
• Support individuals in the use of proactive approaches to manage behavioural responses
• Evaluate strategies for managing behavioural responses
• Review strategies for managing behavioural responses

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the different ways in which individuals with mental health conditions may react to change
• Apply an active approach in supporting mental health service users or carers to manage change

What you'll be able to do

• Understand best practice in diabetic foot care.
• Understand the factors affecting foot health in individuals with diabetes.
• Prepare the environment to conduct an examination on the feet of individuals who have diabetes.
• Prepare the individual to conduct an examination on the feet of individuals who have diabetes.
• Conduct an examination on the feet of an individual with diabetes.
• Advise individuals with diabetes about foot health.
• Report the outcome of foot examinations.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the role of learning and development activities in meeting individual needs and promoting personal growth.
• Identify appropriate learning and development activities to meet the specific needs and preferences of individuals.
• Plan learning and development activities in collaboration with individuals, taking into account their goals and learning styles.
• Prepare resources and materials effectively for planned learning and development activities.
• Facilitate learning and development activities with individuals in a supportive and engaging manner.
• Evaluate and review the effectiveness of learning and development activities, and identify areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand policies, protocols and good practice related to group presentations
• Understand factors that contribute to effective group presentations
• Plan a presentation to facilitate learning
• Present information to a group

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the structure and function of the human body, including key systems
• Understand factors that affect the function of the human body, including illness and lifestyle choices

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the legislative framework in relation to positive behaviour support, including relevant laws and regulations
• Understand behaviour as a means of expression, recognising the underlying needs and motivations
• Understand different approaches to positive behavioural support, including proactive and reactive strategies
• Monitor the behaviour of individuals, observing and recording relevant information
• Agree strategies for positive behaviour support with individuals and others involved in their care, ensuring a collaborative approach
• Implement positive behaviour support plans consistently and effectively
• Support individuals through incidents of behaviour, using appropriate de-escalation techniques
• Develop own practice in relation to positive behaviour support, reflecting on experiences and seeking opportunities for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice related to implementing hydrotherapy programmes
• Know musculoskeletal aspects of the body
• Understand principles of hydrotherapy practice
• Implement hydrotherapy programmes
• Report to the practitioner on the outcomes of the hydrotherapy programme

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the principles of therapeutic group activities.
• Plan and prepare for therapeutic group activities.
• Support individuals during therapeutic group activities.
• Contribute to the evaluation of therapeutic group activities.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the discharge information needs of individuals
• Understand the post discharge information needs of individuals
• Inform individuals of discharge arrangements, in a way that is accessible and understandable to them

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, procedures and protocols in relation to inserting and securing nasogastric tubes
• Understand the purpose and functions of nasogastric tubes and associated procedures
• Prepare for the insertion of a nasogastric tube in accordance with established protocols
• Insert a nasogastric tube safely and effectively
• Measure, record and dispose of nasogastric aspirate following policies, procedures and protocols
• Provide appropriate aftercare for individuals following nasogastric tube insertion

What you'll be able to do

• Understand own role in the prevention and control of the spread of infection in a care setting, including relevant policies and procedures
• Work in ways to prevent and control the spread of infection in a care setting, including hand hygiene and waste disposal

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to provide a quality service within the relevant legislation, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Understand how to provide a quality service within organisational policies and procedures, adhering to established guidelines.
• Understand the importance of working with others to provide a quality service, promoting collaboration and teamwork.
• Monitor quality standards in the health sector, using appropriate methods and tools.
• Understand the importance of prioritising own workload to reduce risks to quality, managing time and resources effectively.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to make recommendations for the use of physical resources in a health setting, considering factors such as cost-effectiveness, patient needs, and organisational priorities.
• Interpret information, including financial data and service usage statistics, to inform expenditure proposals in line with organisational plans and objectives.
• Present proposals for expenditure for physical resources to stakeholders, clearly articulating the rationale, benefits, and potential impact of the proposed investment.
• Negotiate proposals for expenditure for physical resources with stakeholders, addressing concerns, providing additional information, and seeking mutually agreeable solutions.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to control the use of physical resources in a health setting in line with local policy and protocol
• Advise team members on the control of expenditure and physical resource usage in a health setting
• Monitor expenditure and physical resource usage in a health setting

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the legislation and codes of practice related to the acquisition, storage and communication of radiographic images
• Understand the equipment involved in acquiring, storing and communicating radiographic images
• Prepare equipment to process radiographic images
• Support the quality assurance programme for relevant equipment

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the physical, psychological, and social effects of symptoms experienced by individuals in relation to end-of-life care
• Understand different approaches to managing symptoms in end-of-life care, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions
• Implement strategies to manage symptoms effectively in end-of-life care, ensuring the individual's comfort and dignity
• Integrate symptom management into the overall care management process for individuals at the end of life, working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals

What you'll be able to do

• Understand safe procedures relating to measuring individuals’ fluid balance in a perioperative environment.
• Understand safe procedures relating to recording individuals’ fluid balance in a perioperative environment.
• Measure an individual’s body fluid balance in a perioperative environment.
• Record an individual’s body fluid balance in a perioperative environment.
• Review an individual’s body fluid balance in a perioperative environment.
• Manage equipment after measuring an individual’s body fluid balance.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the procedures for monitoring and maintaining the environment and resources during and after healthcare activities, including waste disposal, infection control, and equipment maintenance.
• Operate equipment used for monitoring and maintaining the environment and resources, following manufacturer's instructions and safety guidelines.
• Monitor and maintain the environment and resources during and after healthcare activities, ensuring a safe, clean, and well-stocked workspace.
• Clean resources in own work area according to established infection control procedures, using appropriate cleaning agents and equipment.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to monitor individuals’ progress in relation to managing their weight and nutrition in line with current legislation.
• Understand how to monitor individuals’ progress in relation to managing their weight and nutrition in line with national guidelines.
• Understand how to monitor individuals’ progress in relation to managing their weight and nutrition in line with policies.
• Understand how to monitor individuals’ progress in relation to managing their weight and nutrition in line with protocols.
• Understand how to monitor individuals’ progress in relation to managing their weight and nutrition in line with good practice guidelines.
• Monitor individuals’ progress in managing their body weight.
• Support individuals in re-establishing goals for further progress.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, organisational policies, relevant standards, local ways of working, and codes of conduct in relation to moving and positioning individuals safely.
• Understand the relevant aspects of anatomy and physiology in relation to moving and positioning individuals, including potential risks and contraindications.
• Minimise risk to both the individual and yourself before moving and positioning individuals, including carrying out risk assessments.
• Safely move and position an individual in accordance with their care plan and established best practices.
• Know when to seek advice and/or assistance from others when moving and positioning an individual, recognising limitations and potential hazards.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and best practice related to obtaining a client history
• Prepare to obtain a client history, ensuring a suitable environment and necessary resources are available
• Obtain a client history by gathering relevant information through effective communication and questioning techniques

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, procedures and protocols in relation to obtaining and testing capillary blood samples
• Understand the anatomy and physiology in relation to, and the purpose of, obtaining and testing capillary blood samples
• Prepare to obtain capillary blood samples, ensuring all necessary equipment and materials are available and ready for use
• Obtain capillary blood samples using appropriate techniques and adhering to safety protocols
• Test blood samples accurately and record the results in accordance with established procedures
• Pass on the results of blood samples to relevant personnel in a timely and appropriate manner

What you'll be able to do

• Understand relevant legislation, policy and good practice in relation to obtaining, carrying, testing and storing specimens
• Understand the processes involved in obtaining and testing specimens from individuals
• Prepare to obtain specimens from individuals
• Obtain specimens from individuals
• Test specimens
• Report on the outcomes of the test of specimens

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, procedures and protocols in relation to obtaining venous blood samples
• Understand the anatomy and physiology relating to obtaining venous blood samples, including relevant veins and potential complications
• Prepare the individual and the environment to obtain venous blood samples safely and effectively
• Obtain venous blood samples using appropriate techniques and equipment
• Prepare venous blood samples for transportation, ensuring correct labelling and storage

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice that impact on own role when calibrating equipment
• Understand the procedures involved in the calibration of equipment
• Run tests on equipment
• Conclude and report on tests on equipment

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and best practice that impact on performing intravenous cannulation, including infection control and patient safety.
• Understand the purpose and functions of intravenous cannulation, including indications, contraindications, and potential complications.
• Prepare to carry out intravenous cannulation, including patient assessment, equipment selection, and preparation of the insertion site.
• Carry out intravenous cannulation safely and effectively, following established protocols and using appropriate techniques.
• Monitor and report on the intravenous cannulation site, documenting any complications or adverse reactions and escalating concerns as necessary.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and best practice that impact on performing intravenous cannulation, ensuring safe and effective practice.
• Understand the purpose and functions of intravenous cannulation for radiological procedures, including indications and contraindications.
• Prepare to carry out intravenous cannulation, including gathering necessary equipment and preparing the individual.
• Carry out intravenous cannulation safely and effectively, following established protocols.
• Monitor and report on the intravenous cannulation site and the individual's response, identifying and addressing any complications.
• Disconnect the vascular access equipment and remove a cannula safely and effectively, following established protocols.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice that impact on own role when performing routine electrocardiograph (ECG) procedures
• Understand the purpose and functions of electrocardiographs (ECGs)
• Prepare to carry out routine electrocardiograph (ECG) procedures
• Carry out routine electrocardiograph (ECG) procedures

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to perform the non-scrubbed circulating role for perioperative procedures in line with policies, protocols and good practice
• Perform the non-scrubbed circulating role for perioperative procedures in line with policies, protocols and good practice
• Know how medical devices are used for surgical interventions
• Work with medical devices for clinical procedures in accordance with requirements
• Work with equipment for clinical procedures in accordance with requirements

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the application of person-centred practices in various care settings, considering the diverse needs of individuals.
• Understand the importance of individuals’ relationships with family, friends, and the wider community in promoting their wellbeing.
• Apply person-centred approaches in practical situations, demonstrating empathy and respect for individual preferences.
• Promote individuals’ rights to make informed choices about their care and support, ensuring they have access to relevant information and guidance.
• Promote individuals’ independence by encouraging them to participate in activities and make decisions that enhance their autonomy.
• Understand the role of risk assessments in promoting person-centred approaches, choice, and independence, balancing safety with individual rights and preferences.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand health and safety measures specific to carrying out activities in the anaesthetic/recovery environment
• Understand the parameters for clinical readings taken in the anaesthetic/recovery environment
• Prepare and maintain anaesthetic/recovery equipment for the reception of individuals
• Assist the registered practitioner in caring for an individual in the anaesthetic/recovery environment

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the health and safety measures related to preventing wound contamination during the preparation and application of dressings and drains.
• Understand the health and safety measures related to preventing cross infection during the preparation and application of dressings and drains.
• Understand how medical devices are used in the application of dressings in the learner environment.
• Understand how medical devices are used in the application of wound supports in the learner environment.
• Understand how medical devices are used in the application of drains in the learner environment.
• Select dressings according to individual requirements.
• Select drains according to individual requirements.
• Prepare dressings according to individual requirements.
• Prepare drains according to individual requirements.
• Apply dressings according to individual requirements.
• Attach drains according to individual requirements.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to follow safe procedures when preparing and dressing for scrubbed clinical roles
• Understand how to dress for scrubbed clinical roles
• Work within scrubbed clinical roles

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to prepare and provide surgical instrumentation and items for the surgical team in line with health and safety procedures and protocols
• Prepare surgical instruments and supplementary items for the surgical team
• Provide surgical instruments and supplementary items for the surgical team
• Dispose of waste from the sterile field according to established procedures

What you'll be able to do

• Summarise current legislation, protocols and agreed ways of working when using extended feeding techniques, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines
• Describe the relevant anatomy and physiology of the digestive system in relation to extended feeding techniques
• Explain different extended feeding techniques, including their indications, contraindications and potential complications
• Prepare the individual, environment and equipment for extended feeding, ensuring safety, hygiene and comfort
• Carry out and complete extended feeding techniques safely and effectively, following established procedures and monitoring the individual's response
• Maintain accurate records of extended feeding, including the type and amount of feed administered, the individual's tolerance, and any adverse reactions, and report any concerns to the appropriate healthcare professional

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, policy and good practice related to the preparation of individuals for healthcare activities
• Prepare individuals for healthcare activities in accordance with agreed plans
• Record and report on healthcare activities accurately and completely

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the relevant legislation, national and local guidelines, organisational policies, standard operating procedures, and protocols pertaining to the preparation, supply, administration of medicines, and subsequent monitoring of individuals undergoing radiological procedures.
• Know about common types of medicines used in radiological procedures, including their indications, contraindications, potential side effects, and safe handling practices.
• Understand the correct procedures and techniques for the safe and accurate supply and administration of medicines during radiological procedures, adhering to established protocols.
• Prepare accurately for the supply or administration of medicines required for radiological procedures, ensuring correct dosage, route, and timing.
• Monitor individuals closely after the administration of medicines during radiological procedures, observing for any adverse reactions or changes in their condition and reporting findings promptly.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the key physics principles that underpin radiological procedures.
• Understand the key physics principles of health and safety relevant to radiological procedures.
• Understand the structure and functions of the organ systems of the human body in the context of radiological procedures.
• Understand the concept of homeostasis in the human body and its relevance to radiological procedures.
• Understand the signs and symptoms of physiological disorders that can affect organ systems and their impact on radiological procedures.
• Understand how different imaging modalities are used to visualise and assess each organ system of the human body.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand factors that influence health
• Understand behaviour change in health promotion
• Understand the role of effective communication in health promotion

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the legal requirements for handling information in care settings
• Understand organisational requirements for handling information in care settings
• Implement good practice in handling information within the care setting
• Support others to handle information effectively
• Support audit processes within own role and responsibilities

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of diversity, equality and inclusion
• Work in an inclusive way
• Promote diversity, equality and inclusion

What you'll be able to do

• Understand own responsibilities relating to health and safety in care settings
• Understand the responsibilities of others relating to health and safety in care settings
• Carry out own responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace
• Understand procedures for responding to accidents in the workplace
• Understand procedures for responding to sudden illness in the workplace
• Reduce the spread of infection in the care setting
• Move equipment safely within the care setting
• Handle equipment safely within the care setting
• Move other objects safely within the care setting
• Handle other objects safely within the care setting
• Handle hazardous substances safely
• Handle hazardous materials safely
• Promote fire safety in the work setting
• Implement security measures in the work setting
• Manage stress in the workplace

What you'll be able to do

• Understand what is required for competence in own work role within the care setting
• Reflect on practice in the care setting
• Evaluate own performance in the care setting
• Agree a personal development plan to improve performance
• Use learning opportunities to contribute to personal development
• Use reflective practice to contribute to personal development

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation related to providing advice and information to parents/carers on the health and wellbeing of newborn babies.
• Understand national guidelines related to providing advice and information to parents/carers on the health and wellbeing of newborn babies.
• Understand policies related to providing advice and information to parents/carers on the health and wellbeing of newborn babies.
• Understand protocols related to providing advice and information to parents/carers on the health and wellbeing of newborn babies.
• Understand good practice guidelines related to providing advice and information to parents/carers on the health and wellbeing of newborn babies.
• Understand the requirements for the health of newborn babies and their parents/carers.
• Understand the requirements for the wellbeing of newborn babies and their parents/carers.
• Provide advice that enables parents/carers to meet the health needs of their newborn babies.
• Provide advice that enables parents/carers to meet the wellbeing needs of their newborn babies.
• Provide information that enables parents/carers to meet the health needs of their newborn babies.
• Provide information that enables parents/carers to meet the wellbeing needs of their newborn babies.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand good practice in diabetic foot care
• Understand the factors affecting foot health in individuals with diabetes
• Discuss foot examination results with individuals
• Discuss foot examination results with carers
• Advise individuals on the management of foot health
• Advise carers on the management of foot health
• Complete records

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the signs and causes of foot and toenail abnormalities
• Provide agreed support for assessed foot care needs, following established protocols
• Promote the individual’s engagement in their own foot care, encouraging independence where appropriate
• Provide foot care safely, adhering to infection control and health and safety guidelines
• Record and report on foot care provided, noting any changes or concerns

What you'll be able to do

• Know the various factors that can affect the nutritional status of individuals.
• Advise individuals on strategies for maintaining optimal nutritional status.
• Accurately obtain specific body measurements from an individual, following established procedures.
• Provide individuals with clear and accurate information and advice on eating habits to maintain optimum nutritional status.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation related to supporting individuals with communication and interaction difficulties
• Understand national guidelines related to supporting individuals with communication and interaction difficulties
• Understand policies related to supporting individuals with communication and interaction difficulties
• Understand protocols related to supporting individuals with communication and interaction difficulties
• Understand good practice related to supporting individuals with communication and interaction difficulties
• Understand roles and responsibilities of those supporting individuals with communication and interaction difficulties
• Understand communication impairments that cause communication and interaction difficulties
• Understand communication disorders that cause communication and interaction difficulties
• Understand methods of interacting with individuals with communication and interaction difficulties
• Support individuals with communication and interaction difficulties to carry out learning tasks
• Support individuals with communication and interaction difficulties to carry out learning activities
• Support individuals with communication and interaction difficulties to communicate with others

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of mobility in maintaining an individual's health and wellbeing.
• Prepare appropriately for mobility activities, ensuring the environment is safe and suitable.
• Support individuals to keep mobile, encouraging their participation and independence.
• Observe, record and report accurately on activities undertaken to support mobility, noting any changes or concerns.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of sleep for physical and mental wellbeing.
• Establish environmental conditions that are conducive to sleep.
• Assist an individual to prepare for and achieve sleep.
• Monitor an individual's sleep patterns and identify any potential issues.
• Access information and advice about difficulties with sleep and where to signpost individuals for further support.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of supporting individuals to continue recommended therapies, promoting adherence and positive outcomes.
• Encourage individuals to continue recommended therapies, addressing any concerns or barriers to adherence.
• Support individuals to continue recommended therapy, providing practical assistance and emotional support.
• Monitor, record and report on observations during recommended therapy, identifying any changes or adverse effects.
• Contribute to evaluation and review of recommended therapies, providing feedback on the individual's progress and any challenges encountered.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand different approaches to managing pain and discomfort experienced by individuals.
• Assist in minimising individuals’ pain or discomfort through appropriate and supportive actions.
• Monitor, accurately record, and report on the effectiveness of pain management strategies implemented for individuals.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to prepare individuals for operative and invasive procedures in line with national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice
• Understand the factors to be considered in the choice of surgical instruments and supplementary items during operative procedures
• Assist in the preparation of an individual for operative and invasive procedures
• Select, handle and dispose of surgical instruments and supplementary items for operative and invasive procedures

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to receive and handle clinical specimens within the sterile field in line with health and safety guidance
• Receive and handle clinical specimens within the sterile field, adhering to relevant protocols

What you'll be able to do

• Know the regulations and legislation that applies to the misuse of substances in line with organisational procedures.
• Understand the indications of substance misuse.
• Assess and monitor risk in accordance with organisational procedures.
• Understand how to handle information and maintain records in line with organisational procedures.
• Refer individuals to appropriate services in line with organisational requirements.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the anatomy and physiology of the skin and underlying tissues relevant to wound healing
• Understand the processes of wound healing and the factors that contribute to wound contamination and infection
• Understand the rationale for following approved procedures and techniques to remove wound closures, minimising the risk of complications
• Prepare the individual and the environment for the removal of wound closure materials
• Remove wound closure materials safely and effectively, following established protocols
• Accurately record and report the outcomes of procedures, including any adverse reactions or complications

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and best practice in relation to removing wound drains
• Understand factors that may affect the removal of wound drains
• Prepare the environment and equipment for the removal of wound drains
• Prepare the individual for the removal of wound drains
• Care for the individual during the removal of wound drains
• Support the individual during the removal of wound drains
• Care for the individual after the removal of wound drains
• Support the individual after the removal of wound drains

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice related to the reprocessing of endoscopy equipment, including infection control and health and safety requirements.
• Understand the procedures involved in reprocessing endoscopy equipment, including pre-cleaning, cleaning, disinfection/sterilisation, and drying.
• Carry out the reprocessing procedure according to manufacturer's instructions and organisational protocols, ensuring the safety of yourself and others.
• Report on and record the reprocessing of endoscopy equipment accurately and completely, maintaining traceability and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand agreed ways of working in healthcare settings, including protocols and procedures.
• Understand working relationships in healthcare settings, including roles and responsibilities of different professionals.
• Follow agreed ways of working in healthcare settings, adhering to established protocols and procedures.
• Work in partnership with others in healthcare settings, collaborating effectively to achieve common goals.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand principles of safeguarding adults
• Recognise signs and symptoms of abuse
• Understand how to respond to suspected or alleged abuse
• Understand the national and local context of safeguarding and protection from abuse
• Understand ways to reduce the likelihood of abuse
• Understand how to recognise and report unsafe practices
• Understand principles for online safety

What you'll be able to do

• Understand legislation, local policy and protocol in relation to dressing for work in a healthcare setting
• Understand how to select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) in a healthcare setting
• Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) in a healthcare setting

What you'll be able to do

• Evaluate own work and the work of others to identify areas for improvement in service delivery.
• Understand how to formulate and make constructive suggestions about how services can be improved to better meet needs.
• Understand how to effectively discuss and agree upon service improvements with colleagues and other relevant parties.
• Understand how to implement agreed improvements to own work practices and how to support others in making necessary changes.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand what is meant by study skills within the context of the role of senior healthcare support worker, including time management and organisation
• Understand the qualities and abilities required of an independent learner, including self-motivation and critical thinking
• Understand how to use investigatory techniques, including research methods and data analysis
• Understand plagiarism and the consequences of plagiarism, including academic integrity and ethical considerations
• Understand how to reference information sources correctly, including different referencing styles
• Plan and carry out an extended piece of work, including setting objectives and managing resources
• Present an extended piece of work effectively, including written and oral communication skills
• Review an extended piece of own work critically, including identifying areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation in relation to supporting individuals in the community
• Understand national guidelines in relation to supporting individuals in the community
• Understand policies in relation to supporting individuals in the community
• Understand procedures in relation to supporting individuals in the community
• Understand protocols in relation to supporting individuals in the community
• Understand why individuals might require support
• Understand how to ensure individuals receive the support they need from carers
• Support carers to meet the care needs of individuals
• Support individuals to take responsibility for their own health
• Promote individuals to take responsibility for their own health
• Support individuals to take responsibility for their own wellbeing
• Promote individuals to take responsibility for their own wellbeing

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the impact of transitions on children and young people
• Understand how to support children and young people experiencing transitions
• Understand influences on children and young people experiencing transitions

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the principles of working with children and young people with additional needs.
• Work in partnership with families with children or young people with additional needs.
• Support age and developmentally appropriate learning opportunities for children or young people with additional needs.
• Support age and developmentally appropriate play opportunities for children or young people with additional needs.
• Support age and developmentally appropriate leisure opportunities for children or young people with additional needs.
• Understand how to evaluate existing practice with children and young people with additional needs.
• Understand how to support existing practice with children and young people with additional needs.
• Understand how to develop existing practice with children and young people with additional needs.
• Understand how to work in partnership with other agencies and professionals to support provision for children and young people with additional needs.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand legal and organisational requirements that protect children and young people with mental health conditions
• Understand the needs of children and young people with mental health conditions
• Understand interventions available to support children and young people with mental health conditions and their parents or carers
• Understand education provision for children and young people within a mental health setting
• Support a child or young person with a mental health condition

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the key principles of promoting and supporting independence in the tasks of daily living, including person-centred approaches and risk management.
• Establish, in collaboration with the individual, the specific support required for them to undertake daily living tasks as independently as possible, respecting their choices and preferences.
• Provide appropriate support for planning and preparing meals, taking into account dietary requirements, preferences, and safety considerations.
• Provide appropriate support for buying and using household and personal items, promoting informed choices and responsible spending.
• Provide appropriate support for keeping the home clean, safe, and secure, respecting the individual's privacy and dignity.
• Identify and respond promptly to any changes in the individual's needs or abilities that may require adjustments to the level or type of support provided for daily living tasks.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the aims and principles of end-of-life care, including promoting comfort, dignity, and quality of life
• Understand factors affecting end-of-life care, such as physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs
• Understand advance care planning in relation to end-of-life care, including the importance of respecting individual wishes and preferences
• Provide support to individuals and key people during end-of-life care, offering emotional support, practical assistance, and information
• Understand the role of organisations and support services available to individuals and key people in relation to end-of-life care
• Support individuals through the process of dying, providing comfort, reassurance, and respecting their wishes
• Take action following the death of individuals, following established procedures and providing support to bereaved individuals
• Manage own feelings in relation to the dying or death of individuals, seeking support and reflecting on experiences

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the various reasons why individuals may experience change in their lives and the potential range of emotional, psychological, and behavioural responses to such change.
• Support individuals to plan effectively how to manage or adapt to periods of change, considering their individual circumstances, preferences, and support needs.
• Support individuals practically and emotionally to manage or adapt to change, promoting their resilience and well-being.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the support provided to individuals during a period of change, identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations for future support.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and procedures related to supporting individuals during emergency situations
• Understand how being involved in an emergency situation can impact on individuals’ health and wellbeing, and how the negative effects can be reduced
• Understand how to support individuals during emergency situations
• Provide support to individuals during emergency situations

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the impact of the last days of life on the individual
• Understand the impact of the last days of life on others, such as family, friends and carers
• Understand how to respond to common symptoms in the last days of life
• Support individuals during the last days of life
• Support others, such as family, friends and carers, during the last days of life
• Respond to changing needs of an individual during the last days of life
• Work according to national guidelines in relation to end of life care
• Work according to local policies and procedures in relation to end of life care
• Take into account preferences and wishes after the death of the individual
• Manage own feelings in relation to an individual’s dying or death

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice when supporting individuals to undertake chosen activities
• Understand concepts for supporting individuals to undertake chosen activities, services or facilities
• Make plans with individuals to undertake chosen activities
• Support individuals to undertake chosen activities

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the role of direct payments in empowering individuals to manage their own care and support.
• Support individuals to decide whether to use direct payments, providing information and guidance on the benefits and responsibilities.
• Provide support to select services to be purchased with direct payments, ensuring they meet the individual's needs and preferences.
• Provide support for completing paperwork associated with direct payments, such as application forms and financial records.
• Understand how to address difficulties, dilemmas and conflicts relating to direct payments, ensuring the individual's best interests are protected.
• Contribute to reviewing the support provided through direct payments, assessing its effectiveness and making recommendations for improvement.
• Contribute to reviewing the management of direct payments, ensuring financial accountability and compliance with regulations.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand ways to support individuals to access information on services and facilities
• Work with individuals to select information about services and facilities
• Work with individuals to obtain information about services and facilities
• Work with individuals to access information about services and facilities
• Work with individuals to use information about services and facilities
• Support individuals to evaluate the information accessed on services and facilities

What you'll be able to do

• Understand factors that influence individuals’ access to services and facilities, including physical, social, economic, and cultural barriers.
• Support individuals to select services and facilities that meet their needs and preferences, providing information and guidance on available options.
• Support individuals to access and use services and facilities, providing practical assistance and emotional support as required.
• Support individuals to review their access to and use of services and facilities, identifying any barriers or challenges and working with them to find solutions.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the range of support services available to individuals seeking access to housing and accommodation, including eligibility criteria and referral pathways.
• Work collaboratively with individuals to identify suitable housing and accommodation services that effectively meet their specific needs, preferences, and circumstances.
• Work with individuals to develop a comprehensive plan for accessing identified housing and accommodation services, addressing any potential barriers or challenges.
• Work proactively with individuals to access housing and accommodation services, providing practical assistance and emotional support throughout the process.
• Liaise effectively with housing and accommodation service providers to ensure that the needs of individuals are met and that appropriate support is in place.
• Contribute constructively to the review of housing and accommodation services for individuals, providing feedback and suggestions for improvement based on their experiences and outcomes.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the range of healthcare procedures that individuals are likely to undertake themselves.
• Support individuals in preparing to carry out their own healthcare procedures safely and effectively.
• Provide appropriate support to individuals while they are carrying out their own healthcare procedures.
• Monitor the healthcare procedures undertaken by individuals, identifying any potential issues or concerns.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe how to support individuals to make informed choices about food and drink, taking into account their preferences, cultural needs and dietary requirements
• Prepare the environment and equipment required to provide support for eating and drinking, ensuring it is clean, safe and accessible
• Provide support to individuals during eating and drinking, adapting techniques to meet their specific needs and abilities, whilst promoting independence
• Clear away used equipment and dispose of waste appropriately after eating and drinking, following hygiene and infection control procedures
• Monitor the individual's intake of food and drink, and the effectiveness of the support provided, documenting observations accurately and reporting any concerns

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the principles of supporting individuals to live at home
• Contribute to planning support for individuals living at home
• Work with individuals to secure additional services and facilities to enable them to live at home
• Work in partnership to introduce additional services for individuals living at home
• Contribute to reviewing support for individuals living at home

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the factors that can affect the management of continence for individuals.
• Support individuals and their carers in managing continence issues effectively.
• Support the appropriate use of equipment to aid in the management of continence.
• Maintain effective infection control measures when supporting individuals with continence management.
• Accurately monitor, record, and report on the support provided for managing continence.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to support individuals to manage dysphagia in line with current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice guidelines
• Understand how dysphagia affects individuals
• Know the importance of nutritional intake and environment for individuals with dysphagia
• Support individuals in managing dysphagia by developing skills through participating in therapy programmes
• Provide information to colleagues regarding individuals’ treatment

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the principles that promote recovery from mental health conditions
• Understand the principles that support recovery from mental health conditions
• Know the range of aspects that may be addressed in a recovery plan
• Support an individual to use approaches for managing their own recovery from mental health conditions

What you'll be able to do

• Work with individuals to identify their needs in relation to personal care
• Work with individuals to identify their preferences in relation to personal care
• Provide support for personal care in a way that respects the individual's dignity and preferences
• Support individuals to use the toilet safely and with respect
• Support individuals to maintain personal hygiene in a way that promotes independence
• Support individuals to manage their personal appearance according to their preferences
• Monitor support provided for personal care
• Report on support provided for personal care

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the range of healthcare activities that individuals are likely to undertake in preparation for and during radiological procedures.
• Support individuals to prepare effectively for their own healthcare activities related to radiological procedures, taking into account their individual needs and preferences.
• Support individuals to participate actively in their own healthcare activities during radiological procedures, promoting their autonomy and well-being.
• Monitor healthcare activities undertaken by individuals during radiological procedures, identifying and reporting any concerns or changes in their condition.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand factors affecting a move to a new home environment.
• Support individuals to prepare to move into new home environments.
• Support individuals to settle into new home environments.
• Support individuals to review the impact of new home environments.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the context of supporting skills for everyday life
• Understand how to support individuals to retain skills for everyday life
• Understand how to support individuals to regain skills for everyday life
• Understand how to support individuals to develop skills for everyday life
• Support individuals to plan for retaining skills for everyday life
• Support individuals to plan for regaining skills for everyday life
• Support individuals to plan for developing skills for everyday life
• Support individuals to retain skills for everyday life
• Support individuals to regain skills for everyday life
• Support individuals to develop skills for everyday life
• Evaluate support for retaining skills for everyday life
• Evaluate support for regaining skills for everyday life
• Evaluate support for developing skills for everyday life

What you'll be able to do

• Understand different healthcare activities and their purpose in order to provide effective support to individuals
• Prepare individuals physically and emotionally to undergo planned healthcare activities
• Provide appropriate support to individuals during healthcare activities, ensuring their comfort and safety
• Provide appropriate support to individuals following healthcare activities, monitoring their recovery and well-being

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the effects of bereavement on individuals, including emotional, psychological, social, and physical effects.
• Understand principles for supporting individuals who are bereaved, including empathy, active listening, and non-judgemental support.
• Support individuals to express their response to loss, providing a safe and supportive environment.
• Support individuals who are bereaved, offering practical and emotional assistance.
• Understand the role of specialist agencies in supporting individuals who are bereaved, including bereavement counselling and support groups.
• Manage own feelings when providing support for individuals who are bereaved, maintaining professional boundaries and seeking support when needed.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand causes and effects of distress on individuals
• Understand potential impacts on own wellbeing when supporting an individual who is distressed
• Prepare to support individuals who are experiencing distress
• Support individuals who are experiencing distress
• Support individuals to reflect on incidents of distress
• Record and report on an individual’s distress to identify patterns and trends

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice related to supporting individuals with cognition or learning difficulties
• Understand different types of cognitive or learning difficulties
• Assist the therapist or supervisor to prepare learning activities for individuals with cognition or learning difficulties
• Support individuals with cognition or learning difficulties during learning activities
• Assist in reviewing learning activities and their effectiveness for individuals with cognition or learning difficulties

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, procedures and good practice guidelines related to feeding babies
• Feed babies in line with evidence-based practice
• Communicate effectively with individuals when assisting with feeding babies
• Support the individual with feeding babies

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the legal context of working with individuals in relation to their behaviour, including relevant legislation and regulations.
• Understand the service context of working with individuals in relation to their behaviour, including organisational policies and procedures.
• Understand the social context of working with individuals in relation to their behaviour, including societal attitudes and beliefs.
• Gather relevant information to explore behavioural responses from an individual with mental health conditions, using appropriate methods.
• Use relevant information to explore behavioural responses from an individual with mental health conditions, ensuring sensitivity and respect.
• Support an individual with mental health conditions to plan a strategy for changing patterns of behaviour that have a negative impact, involving them in the process.
• Support an individual with mental health conditions to plan a strategy for changing patterns of behaviour that have a negative impact, ensuring the strategy is realistic and achievable.
• Support an individual with mental health conditions and significant others to review a strategy for changing patterns of behaviour that have a negative impact, evaluating its effectiveness.
• Support an individual with mental health conditions and significant others to review a strategy for changing patterns of behaviour that have a negative impact, making adjustments as necessary.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand an individual’s specific communication needs
• Understand how to support the use of communication technology and aids
• Contribute to identifying and addressing specific communication needs of individuals
• Interact with individuals using their preferred communication method
• Promote person-centred values when supporting effective communication between individuals and others
• Review an individual’s communication needs and the support provided

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice related to supporting individuals with speech and language disorders to develop their communication skills.
• Understand the range of developmental, progressive and acquired disorders that can impact on developing or developed communication across the lifespan.
• Understand factors affecting individuals’ ability to communicate.
• Understand how therapeutic programmes and activities are used to support and enhance communication.
• Prepare to support individuals with speech and language disorders during agreed therapeutic activities.
• Support the implementation of agreed therapeutic programmes and activities to help individuals with speech and language disorders to develop their communication skills.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation related to supporting parents or carers to interact with and care for their newborn baby.
• Understand national guidelines related to supporting parents or carers to interact with and care for their newborn baby.
• Understand policies related to supporting parents or carers to interact with and care for their newborn baby.
• Understand protocols related to supporting parents or carers to interact with and care for their newborn baby.
• Understand good practice guidelines related to supporting parents or carers to interact with and care for their newborn baby.
• Understand how to support parents or carers to interact with their newborn babies.
• Understand how to support parents or carers to care for their newborn babies.
• Support parents or carers in caring for their newborn babies.
• Support parents or carers in interacting with their newborn babies.
• Support parents or carers in forming bonds with their newborn babies.
• Support parents or carers in feeding their babies.
• Support parents or carers in keeping their babies clean.
• Support parents or carers in keeping their babies safe.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice guidelines related to supporting parents/carers to care for babies, ensuring compliance and best practice.
• Understand how to support the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of babies during their first year, promoting healthy development.
• Provide active support to parents/carers in relation to keeping their babies safe, minimising risks and promoting a secure environment.
• Provide active support to parents/carers to look after the health needs of their babies, promoting good health and wellbeing.
• Provide active support to parents/carers in meeting the developmental needs of their babies, encouraging their growth and learning.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of risk taking in everyday life.
• Understand the importance of a positive approach to risk assessment.
• Understand the importance of a person-centred approach to risk assessment.
• Understand duty of care in relation to supporting positive risk taking.
• Understand the framework that underpins an individual’s right to make decisions.
• Understand the framework that underpins an individual’s right to take risks.
• Support individuals to make decisions about risks.
• Support individuals to take risks.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of spiritual wellbeing for individuals in care settings
• Identify the spiritual needs of an individual
• Identify the spiritual needs of others
• Understand the impact of values and beliefs on own spiritual wellbeing
• Understand the impact of values and beliefs on an individual's spiritual wellbeing
• Support individuals' spiritual wellbeing in a person-centred way

What you'll be able to do

• Understand own role and responsibilities, in line with current legislation and organisational policies, when supporting the team to facilitate radiological procedures
• Inform individuals clearly and sensitively of pre-procedural arrangements, including preparation requirements and potential risks
• Assist the team effectively in carrying out radiological procedures, following instructions and maintaining a safe and efficient environment
• Inform individuals clearly and sensitively of post-procedural arrangements, including aftercare instructions and potential side effects

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to care for individuals with nasogastric tubes in line with current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice guidelines
• Know the anatomy and physiology of the upper gastrointestinal system and its relevance to nasogastric procedures
• Prepare to carry out nasogastric procedures
• Support individuals undergoing nasogastric procedures

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of health and safety measures when transporting, transferring and positioning individuals and equipment in the perioperative care environment
• Understand the requirements for pressure area care in the perioperative environment
• Prepare to transport individuals within the perioperative care environment
• Assist in the transfer and positioning of individuals within the perioperative environment

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the principles of advance care planning, including its purpose, benefits, and legal and ethical considerations.
• Understand the process of advance care planning, including how to initiate conversations, document wishes, and review plans.
• Understand person-centred approaches to advance care planning, ensuring that individual values, beliefs, and preferences are central to the planning process.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to work within the care and support planning process in mental health.
• Understand how to work within a risk management process in mental health care.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the expected pattern of development for children and young people from birth to 19 years
• Understand the factors that influence children and young people’s development and how these affect practice
• Understand how to monitor children and young people’s development
• Understand the importance of early intervention to support the speech, language and communication needs of children and young people
• Understand the potential effects of transitions on children and young people’s development

What you'll be able to do

• Understand considerations for individuals at end of life
• Understand how to support individuals affected by symptoms at end of life
• Understand how to support significant others at the end of life of an individual with specific health needs

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the relevant legislation relating to the safeguarding of children and young people.
• Understand the relevant policies and procedures relating to the safeguarding of children and young people.
• Understand the relevant standards relating to the safeguarding of children and young people.
• Understand local ways of working in relation to the safeguarding of children and young people.
• Understand the relevant codes of conduct relating to the safeguarding of children and young people.
• Understand the importance of working in partnership with other organisations to safeguard children and young people.
• Understand the importance of ensuring children and young people’s safety and protection in the work setting.
• Understand how to respond to evidence or concerns that a child or young person has been abused or harmed.
• Understand how to respond to evidence or concerns that a child or young person has been bullied.
• Understand how to work with children and young people to support their safety and wellbeing.
• Understand the importance of e-safety for children and young people.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the concept of frailty and the impact of this on individuals' physical, psychological and social wellbeing
• Understand the nature and management of a range of long-term conditions
• Support individuals with frailty or long-term conditions, promoting their independence and quality of life

What you'll be able to do

• Understand mental health and mental wellbeing
• Understand mental health conditions that affect children and young people
• Understand legal and organisational requirements in relation to supporting children and young people with mental health conditions
• Understand the use of behaviour management strategies for children and young people with mental health conditions
• Understand supervision of children and young people with mental health conditions

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the diverse needs of individuals experiencing mental health conditions.
• Understand the strengths and limitations of the main interventions used in mental health care.
• Know the key principles and factors that underpin the selection and application of mental health interventions.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the different types of mental ill health, including their characteristics and symptoms.
• Understand the impact of mental ill health on individuals, considering their emotional, physical, and social well-being.
• Understand the impact of mental ill health on others in their social network, including family, friends, and carers.
• Understand the difficulties individuals with mental ill health may face, including stigma, discrimination, and access to services.
• Recognise deterioration in an individual’s overall health and wellbeing, identifying signs and symptoms of decline.
• Respond to deterioration in an individual’s overall health and wellbeing, taking appropriate action to support their needs.
• Recognise limitations in an individual’s mental capacity, assessing their ability to make informed decisions.
• Respond to limitations in an individual’s mental capacity, ensuring their rights and best interests are protected.
• Understand how to identify situations of risk to individuals with mental ill health, assessing potential dangers and vulnerabilities.
• Understand how to identify situations of risk to self and others when working with individuals with mental ill health, ensuring personal safety and the safety of those around them.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand different methods of health promotion planning, including needs assessment, goal setting, and evaluation
• Understand practical application opportunities for health promotion in various settings, such as schools, workplaces, and communities
• Understand the scientific basis of health promotion, including the principles of behaviour change and the determinants of health

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the current legislation, guidelines and policies relevant to the administration of medication
• Understand the roles and responsibilities involved in the administration of medication, including prescribing, dispensing, and administering
• Understand the requirements and procedures for the administration of medication, including dosage, route, timing, and documentation
• Understand the requirements and procedures for ensuring an individual’s safety during medication administration, including identifying potential risks and side effects
• Understand the management of medications and administration records, including storage, disposal, and accurate record-keeping

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the current legislation, national guidelines, and local policies relevant to the safe and effective administration of medicines for radiological procedures
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of different healthcare professionals involved in the administration of medicines for radiological procedures, including prescribers, nurses, and radiographers
• Understand the specific requirements and procedures for the administration of different types of medicines used in radiological procedures, including routes of administration, dosages, and contraindications
• Understand the requirements and procedures for ensuring an individual’s safety during and after the administration of medicines for radiological procedures, including monitoring for adverse reactions and managing emergencies
• Understand the management of medications used in radiological procedures, including the safe and secure handling, storage, and disposal of medicines, and the importance of accurate record-keeping

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how legislation and policies support the human rights and inclusion of individuals with learning disabilities
• Understand the nature, causes and characteristics of learning disability
• Understand the historical context of learning disability and its impact on current practice
• Understand the principles and practice of advocacy, empowerment and active participation in relation to supporting individuals with learning disabilities and their families
• Understand how views and attitudes impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and their family/carers
• Understand how to promote effective communication with individuals with learning disabilities, adapting methods to suit individual needs

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the factors that contribute to own wellbeing
• Understand the importance of maintaining and improving own wellbeing when working in mental health services, including the impact of vicarious trauma
• Manage own stress and anxiety when working in mental health services, including coping mechanisms and support systems
• Maintain and improve own wellbeing when working in mental health services, including self-care strategies and boundaries
• Review and promote own mental health and wellbeing when working in mental health services, including seeking support when needed

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the legal framework for mental health
• Understand the current policy framework for mental health
• Understand the service framework for mental health
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of agencies within the mental health service framework
• Understand the rights and responsibilities of individuals using mental health services
• Understand the rights and responsibilities of others within mental health care settings

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the neurology of dementia, including the different types of dementia and their associated neurological changes.
• Understand the impact of recognition and diagnosis of dementia on individuals, their families, and carers.
• Understand how dementia care must be underpinned by a person-centred approach, focusing on the individual's needs, preferences, and values.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the causes and prevalence of suicidal behaviour in different populations
• Understand the process of suicide intervention, including risk assessment and safety planning
• Understand the role of the main caregiver and other professionals in managing suicide interventions, including referral pathways and support services

What you'll be able to do

• Understand considerations for individuals with dementia at end of life
• Understand how to support individuals with dementia affected by symptoms at end of life
• Understand how to support carers of individuals with dementia at end of life

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the anatomy and physiology of the skin in relation to pressure area care, including the factors that contribute to pressure ulcer development.
• Understand good practice in relation to own role when undertaking pressure area care, including risk assessment, prevention strategies, and appropriate interventions.
• Follow the agreed care plan when undertaking pressure area care, ensuring consistency and adherence to established protocols.
• Understand the use of materials, equipment and resources available when undertaking pressure area care, including pressure-relieving devices, dressings, and skin care products.
• Prepare the environment and patient for undertaking pressure area care, ensuring privacy, comfort, and safety.
• Undertake pressure area care procedures effectively and sensitively, including skin inspection, repositioning, and application of appropriate dressings and treatments.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, procedures and protocols in relation to undertaking personal hygiene activities with individuals
• Know the anatomy and physiology of the skin in relation to cleansing
• Know the anatomy and physiology of the nose in relation to cleansing
• Know the anatomy and physiology of the mouth in relation to cleansing
• Know the anatomy and physiology of the eyes in relation to cleansing
• Know the anatomy and physiology of the ears in relation to cleansing
• Prepare for undertaking personal hygiene activities with individuals
• Undertake personal hygiene activities with individuals
• Record the outcome of the personal hygiene activity
• Report the outcome of the personal hygiene activity

What you'll be able to do

• Understand relevant legislation, policy and good practice for undertaking physiological measurements
• Understand the physiological states that can be measured
• Prepare to take physiological measurements
• Undertake physiological measurements
• Record and report results of physiological measurements

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice related to assessment for stoma care
• Understand the anatomy and physiology in relation to conditions requiring stoma care
• Prepare individuals for stoma care procedures
• Carry out stoma care for individuals, following agreed care plans
• Monitor, record and report on an individual’s condition during and after stoma care

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the need for tissue viability risk assessment
• Undertake tissue viability risk assessment
• Record and report on tissue viability risk assessment
• Understand when the risk assessment should be reviewed

What you'll be able to do

• Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols, best practice and safety measures related to undertaking treatments and dressings of lesions and wounds.
• Understand the principles of wound infection and healing, including factors that can promote or inhibit the healing process.
• Understand the rationale for carrying out specific procedures when treating lesions and wounds, including the selection of appropriate dressings and treatments.
• Prepare the environment, equipment, and patient for the treatment and dressing of lesions and wounds, ensuring adherence to infection control procedures.
• Carry out treatments and dressings to lesions and wounds safely and effectively, following the care plan and using appropriate techniques.
• Accurately record and report outcomes of the activities, including wound appearance, patient comfort, and any adverse events.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain relevant legislation, policy and good practice guidelines relating to the safe and effective carrying out of urethral catheterisation
• Describe the relevant anatomy and physiology of the urinary system in relation to urethral catheterisation
• Prepare the individual, environment and equipment for the insertion of urethral catheters, ensuring asepsis and minimising discomfort
• Insert urethral catheters safely and effectively, following established procedures and minimising the risk of infection or trauma
• Monitor and care for the urethral catheter after insertion, observing for signs of complications and providing appropriate maintenance
• Provide care and support to the individual during and after the urethral catheterisation procedure, addressing their concerns and promoting their comfort and dignity

What you'll be able to do

• Understand partnership working with families and family members in care and/or support.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with families and family members in care and/or support.
• Plan shared approaches to the care and support of individuals with families and family members in care and/or support.
• Work with families to access support in their role as carers.
• Exchange and record information about partnership work with families.
• Contribute to reviewing partnership work with families.
• Provide feedback about support for families.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the stages of development and learning for babies and young children
• Support the development and learning of babies and young children
• Understand the attachment needs of babies and young children
• Engage with babies and young children
• Work in partnership with carers to support the learning and development of babies and young children