Acting Responsibly. Protecting People. Providing Safe Care.
Duty of care is a fundamental principle in health and social care. It means acting in the best interests of individuals, protecting them from harm, and working within professional, legal and ethical boundaries at all times. Our Duty of Care in Health and Social Care course equips staff with the knowledge, understanding and confidence to recognise their responsibilities, make informed decisions, and respond appropriately to risks, concerns and dilemmas in care settings. This training supports staff to deliver safe, accountable and compassionate care, while protecting both service users and the organisation.
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Why Choose CareWise Training Hub?
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- Designed specifically for health and social care roles
- Focuses on real-life care situations and decision-making
- Delivered by an experienced Health & Social Care Trainer
- Aligned with UK legislation and CQC expectations
- Clear, practical and easy to apply in daily practice
- Suitable for care homes, domiciliary care, supported living & healthcare services
- Ideal for induction and refresher training
We help care staff understand not just what duty of care is — but how to apply it in everyday care.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for:
Care Assistants & Support Workers
Senior Care Staff & Team Leaders
Healthcare Assistants
Supervisors and Managers
Domiciliary Care & Care Home Staff
Supported Living and Community Care Teams
New starters and experienced staff
Suitable for all staff with responsibility for supporting others.
What This Course Covers
This course provides essential awareness of health and safety responsibilities within health and social care settings, including:
This course provides essential understanding of duty of care in health and social care, including:
Understanding duty of care in care settings
Legal and ethical responsibilities of care staff
Balancing duty of care with individual rights and choice
Promoting safety while respecting independence
Managing risk and safeguarding responsibilities
Recognising and responding to concerns
Professional boundaries and accountability
Handling dilemmas, conflict and challenging situations
Reporting concerns and whistleblowing
Learning from incidents and improving practice
All content is practical, care-focused and scenario-based.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Understand their duty of care responsibilities
Act in the best interests of individuals
Recognise and respond to risks and concerns
Balance safety, choice and independence
Work within professional boundaries
Contribute to a safe and accountable care environment
Why This Training Matters for Your Organisation
Strong duty of care training helps your organisation:
- Protect service users from harm
- Reduce incidents, complaints and safeguarding issues
- Support staff to make confident, informed decisions
- Demonstrate compliance during inspections
- Promote accountability and professionalism
- Reduce legal and reputational risk
Compliance
Certification
Upon successful completion, learners will receive a:
Certificate of Completion – Duty of Care in Health and Social Care
This certificate confirms that the learner has completed duty of care awareness training relevant to health and social care roles.
Why Care Providers Trust CareWise Training Hub
CareWise Training Hub supports care providers to build safe, accountable and confident teams.
With real-world experience in health and social care, our training reflects the complex decisions care staff face daily — and provides clear guidance that supports both compassionate care and professional responsibility.
Course Format & Delivery
Instructor-led group training
Suitable for induction and refresher programmes
On-site delivery at your workplace (subject to agreement)
Interactive discussion and real-life care scenarios
Reflective and practical learning approach
Contact CareWise Training Hub today to:
- Book this course for your team
- Request a group quote
- Arrange on-site delivery
- Include this course in your induction or mandatory training package
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