2.1 Explain how governance structures relate to a services identity as a statutory, private, voluntary or independent organisation

Qualification: Level 4 Certificate in Principles of Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF)
Unit: Unit 3: Governance in Adult Care
Learning outcome: 2 Understand internal governance arrangements within adult care organisations
Assessment criteria: 2.1 Explain how governance structures relate to a services identity as a statutory, private, voluntary or independent organisation

• Care providers may use one of several governance structures including:
  • Statutory – provided by the government or local authority
  • Private – set up as a business to make a profit
  • Voluntary – provided by non-profit making organisations or charities
  • Independent – provided by self-employed carers