Understand your role in domiciliary care

Course Overview

Begin — or refresh — your journey in home-based social care with confidence.

This essential course is designed for individuals starting a career in domiciliary (home-based) care, as well as current care staff seeking to reinforce best practice and ensure continued compliance with UK care regulations. The Understand Your Role in Domiciliary Care course introduces the key responsibilities, values, and standards required to deliver safe, effective, and person-centred care in a client’s own home.  Fully aligned with the Skills for Care Certificate framework and CQC (Care Quality Commission) expectations, this course helps learners provide care that is compassionate, compliant, and tailored to individual needs.

What You Will Learn

By completing this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the scope and expectations of your role as a domiciliary care worker
• Follow agreed ways of working, including individual care plans and risk assessments
• Maintain professional boundaries and uphold dignity, confidentiality, and respect
• Identify and apply relevant legislation, policies, and procedures
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with clients, families, and colleagues
• Practise reflection to improve the quality of care and your own professional development
• Recognise when to seek advice, escalate concerns, or request additional support
• Promote core values such as independence, compassion, and person-centred care

Who Should Take This Course

This course is ideal for:

• New or aspiring domiciliary care workers
• Existing care staff seeking a refresher or induction booster
• Volunteers and support workers in home care settings
• Individuals preparing to complete the Care Certificate

Course Benefits

• Aligns with CQC standards and Skills for Care guidance
• Supports Care Certificate induction modules
• Builds confidence in delivering high-quality, home-based care
• Flexible learning—study at your own pace, from anywhere
• Practical knowledge that can be applied immediately in real-world care scenarios

Take the Next Step

Start your journey towards excellence in home care today enrol with A.R.T.S Training to gain the skills and confidence needed to deliver exceptional domiciliary care.