Dignity in Care Promoting compassion, respect and ethics in every act of care Instructor: Deborah Casey Course Overview At the heart of all excellent care is found dignity, compassion and respect. This course explores the values, principles and legal frameworks that uphold dignity in health and social care. Whether you are a healthcare professional, a care home worker, or a family carer, this course will help you deliver care that truly honours the people you support. You’ll learn how to apply dignity-promoting principles in daily practice, understand your professional responsibilities, recognise poor care, and act confidently within UK care standards and legislation. Course Modules and Lessons Module 1: Introduction Objective: Welcome learners and introduce the course purpose. Welcome to the Course Course Objectives and Learning Outcomes How to Use This Course Module 2: Understanding Dignity and Respect Objective: Explore the meaning, value, and importance of dignity in care. What Is Dignity? Respect, Compassion, and Empathy in Care Why Dignity Matters Module 3: The 7 Principles of Dignity in Care Objective: Learn and apply the seven guiding principles that promote dignity and compassion. Valuing Individuality and Promoting Choice Upholding Privacy, Independence, and Comfort Communicating with Empathy and Challenging Poor Practice Module 4: Roles and Responsibilities of the Health Care Worker Objective: Clarify ethical and professional responsibilities to maintain dignity in care. Duty of Care and Professional Responsibility Maintaining Professional Boundaries Cultural Sensitivity and Inclusive Care Module 5: Reporting Concerns Objective: Recognise and report poor or unsafe care confidently and responsibly. Recognising Poor or Unsafe Care Reporting Procedures and Safeguarding Basics Learning from Case Studies Module 6: Legislation and Regulations Underpinning Dignity in Care Objective: Understand the legal frameworks and standards protecting dignity in UK care. Human Rights and the Legal Foundations of Dignity Key UK Legislation and Care Standards Equality, Confidentiality, and Transparency in Care Module 7: Reflection & Integration Objective: Apply course learning through reflection and personal action planning. Reflecting on Personal Practice Embedding Dignity into Daily Care Developing a Personal Action Plan Module 8: Course Conclusion & Outro Objective: Celebrate completion and inspire continued dignity-based practice. Key Takeaways and Final Reflections Applying Dignity in the Real World Congratulations and Next Steps Your Learning Tips Take your time and complete one module at a time. Reflect on how each topic relates to your own care experiences. Keep a journal to note key insights and examples from your work or daily life. Participate in Q&A discussions to enhance understanding. Revisit materials anytime — you have lifetime access and updates. Certification Upon completing all course modules, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion from Udemy and there is an option to receive a Certificate from me, Deborah. This certificate demonstrates your awareness and commitment to promoting dignity, compassion, and ethical care in your role. Copyright and Disclaimer © 2025 Deborah Casey. All rights reserved. This course is for educational and awareness purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. While it references UK legislation and care standards, learners should consult official sources or professional advisers for specific guidance.