About this course
Proportionate /single handed care (also known as optimal handed care) encourages a more personalised approach to supporting a person’s moving and handling requirements. This ensures the person receives the optimum amount of care and support in the correct environment. Proportionate care is an enabling approach. By enabling individuals to do as much for themselves as possible, we reduce the likelihood of the individual becoming deconditioned and being readmitted to hospital or admitted to a long-term care facility.
Why enrol in this course?
This RoSPA accredited course allows for tailored support that meets individual needs, providing greater flexibility and improved outcomes for individuals while increasing efficiency for care providers.
Proportionate/single handed care is less invasive and more person-centred. With fewer carers and a real opportunity to build relationships, the individual receiving support will feel part of the care team as opposed to “being done to”, this often results in feeling less isolated and more enabled which will improve dignity and trust for both parties.
The vocational qualification is designed to help learners effectively implement proportionate / single-handed care, enhancing their underpinning knowledge to embed the proportionate care ethos within their service. Practical skills and an increased competency in using a range of equipment and techniques confidently help ensure dignity independence and engagement for the individuals being supported with added flexibility while prioritising the health and safety of both individuals and caregivers.
Course qualification specification
RoSPA Level 2 Award in Proportionate Handling Qualification Specification
Who is this course for?
This is a vocationally related qualification. Its purpose is to support Learners in their job role to be able to implement proportionate/single handed care. This qualification will develop each Learner’s knowledge, skills and understanding to be able to facilitate proportionate/single-handed care in accordance with the prescribed handling plan.
This qualification is intended for people who currently work, or intend to work, in a role that involves delivering proportionate/single handed care.
Upcoming training dates
Course pre-requisites
There are no formal entry requirements, however, it is desirable that learners have previous experience in the moving and handling of people.
What does the Level 2 Award in Proportionate/Single Handed Care Practice cover?
- Total Qualification Time: 8 hours
- Principles of Proportionate Care
- Demonstrate the application of safer proportionate care moving and handling techniques using:
> Manual Stand Aid
> Mechanical Stand Aid.
- Slide sheets
- In bed management systems
- Application of slings – in sitting and lying
- Use of mobile and ceiling track / gantry hoists
Cost
£195.00 +VAT per person
Including registration and certification. This is a fully accredited qualification with RoSPA, who are an Ofqual regulated awarding organisation. These qualifications sit on the Ofqual framework
Terms & conditions
Learning outcomes
- To understand the principles of safe proportionate/single handed care.
- To understand the requirements for delivering safe proportionate/single-handed care.
- Apply safer proportionate/single-handed care practices.
