ICTQual Level 3 Award in Theory of Person-Centered Care

This qualification is designed to build strong theoretical understanding of person-centred care within modern health and social care practice, aligned with ICTQual AB standards.

• ICTQual AB Level 3 accredited qualification

• Focus on person-centred care theory and practice

• Develops ethical and inclusive care understanding

• Supports communication and care planning skills

• Structured mandatory unit-based learning

• Suitable for health and social care career progression

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in Theory of Person-Centered Care is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of how to place individuals at the centre of care delivery. It focuses on the principles, values, and ethical frameworks that underpin high-quality person-centred practice in health and social care environments.

• Understanding principles of person-centred care in practice

• Promoting dignity, respect, and individual rights

• Applying ethical and legal frameworks in care settings

• Supporting effective communication in care environments

• Encouraging independence and empowerment of individuals

• Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary care teams

This course develops essential theoretical knowledge of person-centred care principles and their application in health and social care settings.

• Understand core principles of person-centred care and support

• Apply values of dignity, respect, and independence in care practice

• Recognise ethical and legal responsibilities in care delivery

• Develop effective communication approaches in care environments

• Understand safeguarding and protection in person-centred practice

• Evaluate the role of teamwork in delivering person-centred care

This qualification is suitable for individuals who want to develop foundational knowledge of person-centred care for roles in health and social care settings or further study progression.

• Aspiring health and social care workers

• Care assistants and support workers

• Healthcare students and trainees

• Community and residential care staff

• Individuals progressing into Level 4 care qualifications

• Professionals seeking to improve care quality understanding

This qualification does not require advanced prior experience, but learners should have basic literacy and communication skills suitable for study and assessment.

• Minimum age of 16 years or above

• Basic English reading and writing ability

Assessment is designed to evaluate understanding of person-centred care theory and its application in professional care contexts.

• Written assignments

• Coursework-based assessment

• Knowledge-based questioning

• Scenario-based evaluation

This qualification supports academic and professional progression within health and social care pathways, particularly in person-centred and leadership roles.

• ICTQual Level 4 Health and Social Care qualifications

• Specialist training in safeguarding or care planning

• Supervisory roles in care environments

• Advanced study in health and social care management