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Course description
Our PDA is delivered as a three month programme consisting of five online tutorials led by one of our qualified assessors and 1:1 feedback and support during the assignment writing stage. Tutorials combine teaching, group activities and individual reflection to make the most of the development opportunities provided by group settings. Candidates will have the opportunity to learn from each other’s experience and knowledge in a variety of care settings, as well as developing a solid knowledge base around key areas of the supervisor’s role. The Units contained within the PDA are: Health and Social Care: Supervise People (F6CX 34) Health and Social Care: Supervise the Protection of People (F6CW 34) Topics include: Legal and Organisational requirements of the supervisory role The definition, principles and function of the supervisory role Models and methods of supervision Promoting relationships and managing conflict and dilemmas Values and Attitudes and their impact on the supervisory role Risk management and safeguarding Awarding Body: SQA CPD Time: 40hrs SSSC Registration The Professional Development Award (PDA) in Health and Social Care Supervision has been designed by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) to meet the SSSC’s registration requirements for supervisors, in conjunction with a relevant care related qualification at SVQ3, or equivalent. Please see the SSSC website for more information. This applies to the following roles: Supervisor in a care home service for adults Supervisor in a housing support service Supervisor in a care at home service Download an application form from our website - https://www.tfcscotland.org.uk/vocational-training/health-and-social-care-pda/
Entry requirements
Applicants should already hold SVQ3 (SCQF Level 7) or equivalent SSSC registerable qualification and be working in a supervisory role.
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Evening
27th Feb 2024 to 21st May 2024
Cost: £450.00 (ex. VAT)
Venue details
Online - 4/5 tutorials via Microsoft Teams and distance learning support model for assignment writing
Training for Care
Norton Park, 57 Albion Road
Edinburgh
EH7 5QY