PDA in Promoting Excellence in Dementia Skilled Practice

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The Professional Develpoment Award (PDA) in Health and Social Care Supervision at SCQF level 7, was created to meet the requirments of social service workers who are registerd with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) at support or practitioner level, and who are now in a supervisory role requiring additional qualifications. The PDA in Health and Social Care Supervision at SCQF level 7 is for candidates who require a qualification of 15 credits at SCQF level 7 or above in order to meet these SSSC requirements for Supervisors.

About this course

This (PDA) in promoting Excellence in Dementia Skilled Practice is 26 SCQF credits, 16 for the HN unit and 10 for the SVQ units at level 7. It is an SQA qualification for people working with those who have dementia, their families and carers. The qualification is designed to improve professional practice, contribute to meeting the registration requirements of the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), and provide continuous professional development for employees.

Cost: £450

Enrolment length: 3-4 Months

Course format: Workplace Coursework

Who’s this course for?

The target audience for this award includes the following groups, those affected by the requirements of the Scottish Social Service Council (SSSC) register. Examples of the job roles candidates might currently hold include: Social Care Support Workers, Health Care Support Workers, Social Care Practitioners.

Qualification

On successful completion of this Professional Development Award (PDA) in Promoting Excellence in Dementia Skilled Practice at SCQF level 7, you gain 10 credits. This qualification has been designed to meet the requirements of social service workers who are in a job role where they assist in or administer Dementia Skilled Practice.

Content

To gain the Award, candidates must complete the following 3 units:-

  • FY1D 34 Promoting quality of life through dementia skilled practise
  • FY1E 34 Promoting relationships and net works through dementia skilled practise
  • H5TV 04 Support individuals to identify and promote their own health and social well-being

Method

A mixture of independent and guided learning. This means you must be able to attend a half day online workshop plus once a fortnight for a minimum of 5-6 sessions. In between these sessions you will have some research/study/assignment work. Assessment is ongoing and will take form of written reflective accounts and observation in the workplace.

How to apply

Ready to take the next step in your social services and healthcare career? Apply now and embark on a transformative learning experience.

For more information, please contact us at info@caretrain.co.uk or call 01387249111. We look forward to helping you achieve your career aspirations in the dynamic field of social services and healthcare.

Training Needs

Meeting your training needs

The training offered will change over different periods of the year and in relation to changes in practice, we need to keep this fresh & up to date.

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