1.4 Explain how assessment practice can impact on individuals’ lives

Qualification: Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care
Unit: Facilitate person-centred assessment to support well-being of individuals
Learning outcome: Understand theories and principles of assessment
Assessment criteria: 1.4 Explain how assessment practice can impact on individuals’ lives

• Good assessment practice can make individuals feel respected, valued and in control of their lives, which can have a positive effect on well-being
• Good assessment practice can support individuals to be as independent as possible and achieve goals that are important to them
• Poor assessment practice can result in individuals feeling dismissed and unvalued, which can have a negative effect on well-being