Duty of Care

The duty of care is the obligation for all health and social care professionals, as well as organizations providing these services, to prioritize the interests of service users. Working in the health and social care field involves interacting with a diverse range of individuals who have various needs, dependencies, backgrounds, and desires. As a care worker, you are responsible for ensuring the well-being of everyone you engage with during your working hours. This entails exercising a reasonable level of care to protect them from harm, abuse, and injury.

What does the Duty of Care online course cover?

This course introduces the concept of duty of care, explains how it impacts your work, discusses what to do when faced with a duty of care dilemma, and provides guidance on where to seek support or advice. It also includes practical examples of duty of care situations.

Course Modules

The Course Structure

The Implications of Duty of Care

How Duty of Care Affects Your Work

Duty of Care Dilemmas

Resolving Dilemmas: Support and Advice

How to Respond to Complaints