2.2 Analyse how duty of care contributes to: a. safeguarding of individuals, b. supporting individual’s rights and choices

Qualification: Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care
Unit: Professional practice in health and social care for adults or children and young people
Learning outcome: Understand how duty of care contributes to safe practice
Assessment criteria: 2.2 Analyse how duty of care contributes to: a. safeguarding of individuals, b. supporting individual’s rights and choices

• Safeguarding of individuals – speaking up for individual’s rights, supporting individuals to be able to safeguard themselves, reporting safeguarding concerns
• Supporting individual’s rights and choices – having independence, choice and autonomy means the individual will feel respected and valued, leading to increased confidence and sel-esteem and, ultimately, well-being