ProQual Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Healthcare and Social Care Support Skills
ProQual Awarding Body
Average Completion Time:
4-12 Months
Course Level :4
Study Method: Online
Study Units :37 Credits Hours
Assessment Based
The ProQual Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Healthcare and Social Care Support Skills offers you a comprehensive qualification that will help you gain the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the ever-evolving healthcare sector. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, social care worker, or aiming to enhance your qualifications, this certification is the perfect step towards achieving your career goals. Read on to discover what this course entails, its benefits, and how it can open new opportunities for your career in healthcare and social care.
The ProQual Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Healthcare and Social Care Support Skills is designed for individuals who are already working in healthcare and social care roles and want to advance their knowledge and skills. This qualification provides an in-depth understanding of healthcare principles, practices, and leadership skills necessary to provide high-quality support to individuals within these sectors.
The ProQual Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Healthcare and Social Care Support Skills is the ideal course for individuals seeking to enhance their qualifications and expertise within the healthcare and social care sectors. With its focus on leadership, practical application, and industry relevance, this certification can help you take the next step in your career and open doors to new opportunities. Whether you’re aiming for a supervisory or managerial role, or simply want to improve your caregiving skills, this qualification provides the tools you need for success.
Entry Requirements
Minimum Age: Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
Previous Experience: You should have experience working in a healthcare or social care setting, ideally at a supervisory or practitioner level.
Level 3 Qualification: A Level 3 qualification in health and social care or equivalent is recommended but not mandatory.
English Language: You must have a good understanding of English, both written and spoken, to effectively complete assignments and communicate in a professional setting.
Commitment to Learning: As the course is flexible, applicants should be able to dedicate time to study while balancing their work responsibilities.
Access to a Care Setting: You should be currently working in or have access to a healthcare or social care environment where you can apply the practical elements of the course.
Qualification structure
To achieve the ProQual Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Healthcare and Social Care Support Skills;
Candidates must achieve a minimum of 20 credits:
• a minimum of 15 credits from Optional Group A,
• the remaining credits can be from any combination of units from Optional Group A or Optional Group B
Optional Group A Units
Sr# | Unit Title | Credit Value |
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1 | The structure, organisation and function of the human body | 12 |
2 | Manage physical resources | 3 |
3 | Communication skills for health and social care management | 15 |
4 | Empowering users of health and social care services | 15 |
5 | Equality and diversity in health and social care | 10 |
6 | Evaluate and develop own contribution to the service | 3 |
7 | Facilitate learning in groups | 3 |
8 | Health and safety in the health and social care workplace | 15 |
9 | Health and social care in context | 15 |
10 | Influences on health and social care organisations | 15 |
11 | Prepare clients through advice and guidance for the implementation of a course of action | 3 |
12 | Provide support for other practitioners | 5 |
13 | Reflective Practice | 1 |
14 | Work in partnership in health and social care or children and young people’s settings | 4 |
15 | Understand partnership working | 1 |
16 | Understanding professional supervision practice | 3 |
17 | Undertake research for the service and its clients | 5 |
18 | Use person-centred practices to deliver personalisation in health and social care | 4 |
19 | Personal and professional development in health and social care | 15 |
20 | Communicating in health and social care organisations | 15 |
21 | Physiological Principles for health and social care | 15 |
22 | The sociological context of health and social care | 15 |
23 | Work in partnership in health and social care | 4 |
24 | Promote professional development | 4 |
25 | Recruitment and selection within health and social care or children and young people’s settings | 3 |
26 | Understand how to manage a team | 3 |
27 | Manage induction in health and social care or children and young people’s settings | 3 |
28 | Manage finance within own area of responsibility in health and social care or children and young people’s settings | 4 |
Optional Group BUnits
Sr# | Unit Title | Credit Value |
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1 | Use and develop systems that promote communication | 3 |
2 | Champion equality, diversity and inclusion | 4 |
3 | Lead and manage infection prevention and control within the work setting | 6 |
4 | Develop health and safety and risk management policies, procedures and practices in health and social care or children and young people’s settings | 5 |
5 | Manage quality in health and social care or children and young people’s settings | 5 |
6 | Undertake a research project within services for health and social care or children and young people | 10 |
7 | Conduct and support others in the assessment of individuals health and well-being | 8 |
8 | Promote effective nutrition and fluid balance | 12 |
9 | Understand the principles and application of physiological measurements | 12 |
10 | Understand the principles, theories and concepts related to leading and developing a work team in a healthcare environment | 8 |
11 | Develop professional supervision practice in health and social care or children and young people’s work settings | 5 |
12 | Understand child and young person’s development | 6 |
13 | Lifespan developments and healthcare needs | 10 |
14 | The principles and philosophy of healthcare | 12 |
15 | Appraise Staff Performance | 5 |
16 | Assess the individual in a health and social care setting | 6 |
17 | Principles of health and social care practice | 15 |
18 | Share knowledge and good practice | 3 |
19 | Understanding Dementia Care | 20 |
20 | Facilitate change in health and social care or children and young people‘s settings | 6 |
21 | Understanding specific needs in health and social care | 15 |
22 | Understanding Deaf culture | 4 |
23 | Support individuals with sensory loss with communication | 5 |
24 | Support individuals with multiple conditions and/or disabilities | 5 |
25 | Promote good practice in the support of individuals with autistic spectrum conditions | 7 |
26 | Promote access to healthcare for individuals with learning disability | 6 |
27 | Safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults | 5 |
28 | Safeguarding and protection of children and young people | 5 |
29 | Develop and evaluate operational plans for own area of responsibility | 6 |
30 | Lead the management of transitions | 4 |
31 | Understand professional management and leadership in health and social care or children and young people’s settings | 6 |
Who is this Course For
Healthcare and Social Care Professionals: Ideal for nurses, social workers, care coordinators, healthcare administrators, and others in the sector seeking to enhance their skills and career prospects.
Experienced Professionals Seeking Career Advancement: Perfect for those with foundational qualifications and experience who want to progress to higher-level roles such as leadership, management, or quality improvement.
Individuals Passionate About Making an Impact: If you’re dedicated to improving the lives of individuals in need, this course equips you with advanced skills to address complex challenges and enhance your effectiveness.
Lifelong Learners: For those committed to continuous professional development, this course offers opportunities for reflective practice, critical thinking, and staying up-to-date with the latest industry advancements.
Professionals Seeking Specialization: If you have a specific area of interest, such as leadership, research, or quality improvement, this course allows you to specialize and become an expert in your chosen domain.
Future Progression
Leadership and Management Roles: With this qualification, you can progress to higher positions such as team leader, care manager, or healthcare supervisor, where you will oversee care delivery and manage teams.
Specialized Roles: This course enables you to specialize in areas like clinical management, research, quality improvement, or safeguarding, giving you the expertise to take on more focused roles in the healthcare and social care sectors.
Further Education: You may choose to pursue further qualifications such as a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care or a degree in healthcare management, allowing for even higher-level career opportunities.
Advanced Practitioner Roles: Progress to more senior practitioner positions, such as an advanced clinical practitioner or social care expert, focusing on complex patient care or specialized services.
Increased Earning Potential: Higher-level roles achieved through this qualification can lead to increased salaries and benefits, reflecting your enhanced skills and responsibilities.
The Qualification Process
Here’s a clear guide to the journey from pre-registration to certification:
Self-Assessment: Start by evaluating your own eligibility to ensure you meet the qualification requirements.
Registration: Complete your registration by paying the fee and submitting your documents, including a scanned copy of a valid ID.
Induction: An assessor will conduct an induction to verify your eligibility and explain the evidence requirements. If the assessor determines that you do not meet the requirements, your registration will be canceled and the fee refunded.
Evidence Submission: Provide the necessary evidence based on the assessment criteria. If needed, consult with the assessor about the type and nature of evidence required.
Feedback and Revision: The assessor reviews your evidence and provides feedback. Evidence meeting the criteria is marked as “criteria met,” while any gaps will be identified for you to address and resubmit.
Competence Evidence: Submit final evidence demonstrating attainment of all learning outcomes, marked as “Criteria met” by the assessor.
Internal Quality Assurance: The Internal Quality Assurance Verifier (IQA) checks for consistency and standards.
External Verification: The IQA presents your portfolio to ProQual External Quality Assurance Verifiers (EQA) for final confirmation. The EQA may contact you to verify the authenticity of your evidence.
Certification: Upon satisfactory completion of all checks, ProQual will issue your official certificate.
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