Common Induction Standards for Managers
This one-day course is designed for Managers who are responsible for inducting
new workers into the Common Induction Standards (CIS). The CIS are mapped to the GSCC code of practice for social care workers, which describes the standards of
professional conduct and practice required of social care workers as they go
about their daily work.
Learning objectives:
By the end of the course participants should understand:
The induction period and the Common Induction Standards (CIS)
The CIS and the GSCC Codes of Practice
The relationship of CIS with earlier standards
The pathways to NVQ
What comprises the induction process
The organisations commitment to learning
Their role in teaching
Their role in assessing new staff
How to deliver an induction
Learning and learning outcomes
How to train staff for the purpose
How to present information effectively
How to assess knowledge and performance
Their role in assessing the performance of staff undertaking induction
The six Common Induction Standards 2005
-Standard 1: understanding principles of care
-Standard 2: understanding the organisation and role of the worker
-Standard 3: maintaining safety at work
-Standard 4: communicating effectively
-Standard 5: recognising and responding to abuse and neglect
-Standard 6: developing as a worker
The need to maintain professional development and competence
Useful documentation/networks/organisations
Training methods:
Word storm method
Small group work
Debate and reflection
Simulation exercises
Talk and chalk
OHP/PowerPoint presentation
Role-play
Handouts
Self-assessment questionnaire
Case study
Quiz
Presentations
Video
Examination of policies/ guidelines/documentation
CP108/4.9