Work in a person-centred way

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
M/651/1514
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
26 hours

Assessment Guidance

Assessment guidance:

Assessment decisions for skills-based learning outcomes must be made during the learner’s normal work activity.

Skills-based assessment must include direct observation as the main source of evidence and must be carried out over an appropriate period of time.

AC 5.4a, AC 5.4b, AC 5.4c and AC 5.4d: Require the learner to provide performance evidence however the opportunity to do this may not arise during the period of the qualification. Direct observation is the preferred main source of evidence, however other evidence to show that the learner would be able to do this if real work evidence is not available is permissible.

Any knowledge evidence integral to skills-based learning outcomes may be generated outside of the work environment, but the final assessment decision must show application of knowledge within the real work environment.

Aim

This unit will help learners to understand mental capacity and how to support individuals to maintain their identity, self-esteem and overall wellbeing. It will also develop an understanding of the meaning of person-centred care and how to deliver this to individuals.

Unit Learning Outcomes

5.1

Understand person-centred values

Assessment Criteria

  • a)

    Identify person-centred values

  • b)

    Explain how to put person-centred values into practice in their day-to-day work

  • c)

    Describe why it is important to work in a way that promotes person-centred values when providing support to individuals

  • d)

    Identify ways to promote dignity in their day-to-day work

  • e)

    Explain the importance of relationships significant to the individual being supported when working in a person-centred way

5.2

Understand working in a person-centred way

Assessment Criteria

  • a)

    Explain the importance of finding out the history, preferences, wishes and needs of the individual

  • b)

    Explain why the changing needs of an individual must be reflected in their care and/or support plan

  • c)

    Describe the importance of supporting individuals to plan for their future wellbeing and fulfilment, including end of life care

5.3

Understand the meaning of mental capacity when providing person-centred care

Assessment Criteria

  • a)

    Identify relevant legislation and codes of practice relating to mental capacity

  • b)

    Describe what is meant by the term “capacity"

  • c)

    Explain why it is important to assume that an individual has capacity unless there is evidence that they do not

  • d)

    Explain what is meant by “consent,” and factors that influence an individual’s mental capacity and ability to express consent

  • e)

    Describe situations where an assessment of capacity might need to be undertaken and the meaning and significance of best interest decisions or advance statements regarding future care which the individual has already made

5.4

Be able to support the individual to be comfortable and make changes to address factors that may be causing pain, discomfort, or emotional distress

Assessment Criteria

  • a)

    Demonstrate where individuals have restricted movement or mobility that they are comfortable

  • b)

    Demonstrate how to recognise the signs that an individual is in pain, discomfort, or emotional distress

  • c)

    Demonstrate how to take appropriate steps to remove or minimise factors which may be causing pain, discomfort, or emotional distress to the individual

  • d)

    Demonstrate how to raise any concerns directly and appropriately with others concerned and report any concerns you have following agreed ways of working

5.5

Be able to support the individual to maintain their identity, self-esteem, spiritual and overall wellbeing

Assessment Criteria

  • a)

    Describe how individual identity and self-esteem are linked to emotional, spiritual, and overall wellbeing

  • b)

    Demonstrate that their own attitudes and behaviours promote emotional, spiritual, and overall wellbeing of the individual

  • c)

    Demonstrate how to support and encourage individual’s own sense of identity and self-esteem

  • d)

    Report any concerns about the individual’s emotional, spiritual and overall wellbeing to the appropriate person

5.6

Be able to support the individual using person centred values

Assessment Criteria

  • a)

    Demonstrate a range of actions which promote person-centred values