Qualifi Level 3 HSC301 An Introduction to Health and Social Care Assignment Brief

Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Course Code: (603/0819/9)

Introduction

This assignment aims to develop your understanding of the roles, responsibilities, and regulatory frameworks within the health and social care sector. You will explore the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality, and anti-discriminatory practices, as well as the roles of regulatory bodies and inter-professional teams in delivering high-quality care. The assignment will be divided into three tasks corresponding to the three learning outcomes outlined in this module. Each task will be based on a specific case study scenario relevant to health and social care. You are expected to provide in-depth responses that reflect critical analysis and demonstrate a clear understanding of the subject matter.

Task 1:

Roles and Responsibilities in Health and Social Care Select a (Company/ Organisation) and answer the following questions:

Learning Outcome 1: Understand the main roles and responsibilities of health and social care workers when delivering care. • Assessment Criteria:

1.1: Explain how health and social care professionals protect individuals in their care.
1.2: Discuss the mechanisms for reporting poor practice in health and social care.

Guidance: 

• Describe the role of health and social care professionals in maintaining the safety and dignity of individuals in their care.
• Discuss the importance of following organizational policies and procedures, and the legal and ethical frameworks that govern health and social care.
• Explore the reporting mechanisms available for addressing poor practice, including whistleblowing policies.

Word Count: 1000 words

Task 2:

Roles of Regulatory and Professional Bodies On a Selected (Company/ Organisation) answer the following questions:

Learning Outcome 2: Understand the roles of regulatory and professional bodies in relation to the delivery of high-quality care.

Assessment Criteria:

2.1: Explain the roles of regulatory bodies that inspect health and social care provision.
2.2: Explain the roles of professional bodies in regulating professions within health and social care.

Guidance:

• Identify key regulatory bodies, such as the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), and discuss their roles in ensuring high standards of care.
• Examine how professional bodies, such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), regulate the practice of health and social care professionals.
• Discuss the impact of these bodies on the quality of care delivered in health and social care settings.

Word Count: 1000 words

Task 3:

Inter-Professional Team Working On a Selected (Company/ Organisation) answer the following questions:

Learning Outcome 3:  Evaluate the role and responsibilities of the inter-professional team in delivering health and social care.

Assessment Criteria:

3.1: Explain the roles and responsibilities of the inter-professional team in meeting care needs.
3.2: Assess the difference between multidisciplinary and inter professional team working.
3.3: Assess the potential barriers to team working and how they could be overcome.

Guidance:

• Discuss the importance of collaborative working among different professionals to provide holistic care.
• Differentiate between multidisciplinary and inter-professional team approaches.
• Identify common barriers to effective team working, such as communication issues or professional boundaries, and suggest strategies to overcome these barriers.

Word Count: 1000 words

Additional Instructions

• Harvard Referencing: All sources must be cited in Harvard referencing style. A comprehensive reference list should be provided at the end of the assignment.
• Presentation: The assignment should be well-organized, with clear headings for each task, and written in a formal academic style.
• Feedback: Draft submissions are encouraged, and feedback will be provided to guide you in achieving the best possible outcome.

Total Word Count: 3000 words