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Providing inclusive and respectful care means recognising and responding to the individual needs, identities and preferences of the people receiving support. Health and social care professionals should be able to communicate respectfully, promote dignity and understand how inclusive practice can contribute to positive experiences and outcomes.
This CPD-accredited LGBTQ+ Awareness for Health and Social Care course is designed for care workers, healthcare assistants, support workers, nurses and other professionals working in health and social care. Learners will develop an understanding of LGBTQ+ identities, inclusive and person-centred care, respectful communication, equality law, safeguarding, mental health and wellbeing, families and relationships, cultural considerations, and professional responsibilities.
CPD Accredited
Certificate Included
Learn at Your Own Pace
1.5 hours
Quizzes covered in each module
Inclusive and person-centred care
Equality and respectful practice
*For individual learners. Need to train multiple staff? See Organisation pricing
Why This Course Matters
Build awareness of LGBTQ+ identities and experiences in health and social care.
Promote inclusive, respectful and person-centred care.
Improve confidence when communicating with LGBTQ+ people and their support networks.
Support equality, dignity, safeguarding and positive wellbeing.
Strengthen professional awareness of inclusive practice and responsibilities.
Did You Know?
Inclusive care is an important part of person-centred practice. Creating an environment where people feel respected, listened to and able to express their identity can help support dignity, trust and positive care experiences.
Why Learn With Carelearner
CPD Accredited Certificate
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Earn Your CPD Certificate
Complete the course and pass the final assessment to receive a CPD-accredited certificate ready to download, print and keep on file for inspection.
What's Inside the Course?
Here are the modules you will cover in this course:
Understanding LGBTQ+ Identities
Introduces key LGBTQ+ identities and terminology and explores the importance of recognising and respecting individual identity in health and social care.
Inclusion and Person-Centred Care
Explores how inclusive, respectful and person-centred approaches can support dignity, choice, equality and positive experiences for LGBTQ+ people receiving care.
Communication Skills
Covers respectful communication, appropriate language, active listening and approaches that help professionals create supportive and inclusive care relationships.
Equality Law and Safeguarding
Introduces relevant equality and safeguarding responsibilities and explores how professionals can promote fair treatment and respond appropriately to concerns.
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Explores factors that may affect the mental health and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ people and considers how inclusive care and appropriate support can contribute to positive wellbeing.
Families, Relationships and Carers
Examines the importance of recognising different family structures, relationships and support networks when providing person-centred care.
Cultural and Religious Considerations
Explores how culture, religion, personal beliefs and individual identity can influence people's experiences and preferences, while promoting respectful and non-discriminatory care.
Professional Responsibilities and Documentation
Covers professional responsibilities, confidentiality, appropriate documentation and the importance of maintaining respectful and inclusive standards in everyday practice.
Who Is This Course For?
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Care Workers
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Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)
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Support Workers
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Senior Carers
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Nurses
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Residential & Nursing Home Staff
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Domiciliary Care Staff
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Supported Living Staff
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Agency Care Professionals
Meet the Expert Behind Your Course
Manu Thomas is an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Former CQC Specialist Advisor and NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme Fellow. As the Founder of Pentafold Ltd and CareLearner, and a member of a NICE professional committee, he brings extensive clinical, regulatory, and healthcare innovation expertise to the development of this course.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Receive a CPD-accredited certificate upon successful completion
Strengthen your professional portfolio with accredited training.
Safely assess manual handling operations before providing support.
Choose appropriate techniques and equipment for different situations.
Understand the importance of equality, safeguarding, wellbeing and respectful relationships.
Recognise professional responsibilities when providing inclusive care and maintaining appropriate documentation.
FAQ
What is the LGBTQ+ Awareness for Health and Social Care course about?
This course provides learners with an understanding of LGBTQ+ identities and inclusive practice in health and social care. It covers person-centred care, communication, equality, safeguarding, wellbeing, relationships and professional responsibilities.
Who should take this LGBTQ+ Awareness course?
This course is suitable for care workers, healthcare assistants, support workers, senior carers, nurses and other health and social care professionals who want to develop their awareness of inclusive and respectful care.
What will I learn from this course?
You will learn about LGBTQ+ identities, inclusive care, respectful communication, equality and safeguarding, mental health and wellbeing, families and relationships, cultural considerations and professional responsibilities.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The course is suitable for learners who are new to LGBTQ+ awareness as well as those who want to refresh and strengthen their existing knowledge of inclusive care.
Can I complete this course online?
Yes. The course is delivered online, allowing you to complete the training at your own pace and from a location that suits you.
Can I complete this course on my phone?
Yes. The course is fully responsive and can be completed on desktop, tablet or mobile devices. Learn at your own pace, wherever and whenever it suits you.
How long does it take to complete the course?
The course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning. The time required will depend on your individual learning speed and how you choose to work through the course materials.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. Upon successful completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate that can be used as evidence of your continuing professional development.
Is this course CPD accredited?
Yes. This LGBTQ+ Awareness for Health and Social Care course is CPD accredited, demonstrating that it meets recognised standards for Continuing Professional Development.
Can I study at my own pace?
Yes. The course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning, allowing you to work through the training at a time and pace that suits your schedule.