Aims
To help peer support workers understand professional, ethical and legal frameworks that apply to all individuals working in a health context
Section 1
Competences covered in this unit:
Ability to draw on knowledge of the local codes of ethics and conduct that apply to all professionals in the service, and the ways in which these are implemented in relation to:
- capacity and consent
- confidentiality
- information sharing
- data protection
Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries.
Ability for peer support workers to recognise and work within the limits of their qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.
Ability to maintain and update skills and knowledge through participation in continuing learning and development.