1 Good communication (Caring for adults)

1 Good communication (Caring for adults)

This badge has been issued for participating in the activities in the free non-accredited Caring for adults course. This free course supported demonstration of the following key learning outcomes: 1) describe the role and responsibilities of carers; 2) recognise some of the basic concepts that will enable a person-centred approach to care; 3) identify the different needs of a cared-for person, at different stages of their care; 4) understand the impact that caring may have upon carers, and how this might be managed; 5) explain some of the legal responsibilities within the caring role. The specific learning outcomes for this section are: 1) understand the importance of good communication and the different ways of communicating, including the role of active listening 2) understand ways of developing good interpersonal skills and the importance of accurate and factual record-keeping. You can review this course at the link below: http://www.open.edu/openlearnworks/course/view.php?id=2171.This badge does not represent formal credit or award. It does demonstrate participation in informal learning activity.