Assessment Processes in Health and Social Care Settings

Course Description

The aims of the unit are to develop learners’ knowledge of forms of assessment, to develop their reviewing and planning skills when carrying out assessments, and how to meet the needs of individuals accessing services.

Course Objectives

The aims of the unit are to develop learners’ knowledge of forms of assessment, to develop their reviewing and planning skills when carrying out assessments, and how to meet the needs of individuals accessing services.

Key Topics

1. LO1: Know about approaches used in the assessment process for care provision.
2. LO2: Know how to lead assessments for care provision.
3. LO3: Know how to manage the outcomes of care assessments.
4. LO4: Be able to advise others about the role of assessment.

Course Outline

Learning Outcomes

1. LO1 Know about approaches used in the assessment process for care provision.
2. 1.1 Explain the purpose of different assessment models.
3. 1.2 Describe the purpose of assessment tools used in health and social care.
4. 1.3 Analyse how partnership working can support the assessment process.
5. LO2 Know how to lead assessments for care provision.
6. 2.1 Explain how to use person centred ways of working to support individuals to participate in the assessment process.
7. 2.2 Explain how to undertake an assessment.
8. 2.3 Explain when to use the referral process for individuals.
9. LO3 Know how to manage the outcomes of care assessments.
10. 3.1 Explain how to develop a care or support plan in collaboration with the individual.
11. 3.2 Explain how to evaluate the effectiveness of the assessment process and outcomes.
12. 3.3 Explain how to develop an action plan to address any changes following an assessment review.
13. LO4 Be able to advise others about the role of assessment.
14. 4.1 Demonstrate how to formally instruct others about the assessment process.
15. 4.2 Demonstrate ways in which to help ensure others understand the functions of assessment tools.
16. 4.3 Assess staff understanding of the impact of assessments on individuals and their families.