Explore assessment and eligibility determination in relation to an individual’s journey – adult and carer. Learn how to carry out assessments in a proportionate and appropriate manner, using a strengths-based and holistic approach.
Course content
The course covers all aspects of assessment and eligibility determination for adults and carers as outlined by the Care Act 2014.
Assessment
Course content includes:
- recognising when to carry out assessments of needs and carers’ assessments
- preparing for assessments of needs and carers’ assessments
- personal outcomes, eligibility outcomes, needs and ‘products, services and activities’
- holistic, combined and joint assessments
- using a strengths-based approach
- changes in need and fluctuating needs
Eligibility determination
Course content includes:
- how to make an eligibility determination for adults and carers
- providing the necessary evidence for compliance with the Care Act
- understanding options and necessary next steps
Learning outcomes
Attendees will:
- improve their understanding of the current legislative framework and requirements for adults’ and carers’ assessments
- gain a clear understanding of the relationship and differences between eligibility determination and reviews
- be confident in applying the key principles for adults’ and carers’ assessments and eligibility determination
- improve understanding of the relationship between adults’ and carers’ assessments and eligibility determination.
Who should attend?
Social care and health staff working in voluntary organisations, care and support organisations, carer organisations and local authorities. This includes social workers, social work team leaders, care staff, registered managers, occupational therapists and nurses.
Duration
The course is delivered over one and a half days.
CPD accreditation
CPD Standards Office accredited course ref no 60036/02.
Book on an in-house course
This is a sample training course outline. It is based on approximately 16 delegates (for online delivery) and 20 delegates (for face-to-face delivery at your premises). The course can be adapted to your organisation’s CPD requirements.