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Assist the practitioner to carry out health care activities

Reference
D/616/2649
Level
Level 2
Credit Value
2
Guided Learning Hours
13
 
Aim
This unit develops the assistant's role and skills in supporting the health care practitioner and can be evidenced in a range of environments.

It requires an understanding of relevant legislation, policies, protocols, guidance and procedures. The learner assists the practitioner, but may not be directly involved with an individual. This unit should be applied in the context of the learner’s own role and work setting.


Assessment guidance and/or requirements
This unit must be assessed in line with Skills for Health Assessment Principles.
Individual refers to someone requiring care or support; it will usually mean the person or people supported by the learner.
Health care activities could include clinical or therapeutic activities.
Valid consent must be in line with agreed UK country definition.

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