Care Skills and Competencies

Age Verification

The Age Verification course is meticulously curated for professionals in healthcare and social care settings, focusing on the critical aspects of verifying the age of individuals in their care.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the techniques, ethical considerations, and legal requirements for age verification in the UK. Tailored to align with the latest healthcare guidelines and protocols, it equips participants with the necessary skills to accurately assess age, crucial for safeguarding, clinical assessment, and service provision.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • 01

    Understand the importance and implications of accurate age verification in healthcare and social care contexts.

  • 02

    Apply various methods and techniques for verifying the age of individuals, considering cultural and ethical sensitivities.

  • 03

    Navigate the legal requirements and guidelines associated with age verification in the UK healthcare system.

  • 04

    Identify and address challenges in age verification, including discrepancies in documentation and unaccompanied minors.

  • 05

    Enhance interpersonal communication skills to support sensitive discussions related to age verification.

Course Contents

  • Introduction to Age Verification
  • Legal Framework and Compliance
  • Techniques and Tools for Age Verification
  • Implementing Age Verification in Business
  • Challenges and Future Trends
  • Practical Applications and Scenarios

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

You will learn effective techniques for age verification, understand the legal and ethical considerations involved, and how to apply these in healthcare and social care settings.

The course is designed in compliance with the latest UK healthcare guidelines and protocols, ensuring you receive relevant and authoritative information.

This course is delivered online through a Learning Management System, featuring interactive content, real-life case studies, and expert support available for queries and clarification.

Healthcare and social care professionals, including nurses, doctors, and support workers, will find this course beneficial. It contributes to professional development by enhancing your skills in age verification, a critical component of patient care and safeguarding, thereby improving service quality and compliance.

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