NHS Higher Development Award in Team Leading
This course is ring-fenced for NHS employees who wish to progress to a team leading role in the future or to develop their knowledge and skills as a team leader.
Course Summary
Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
This course is ring-fenced for NHS employees
The qualification is aimed at NHS staff who wish to gain further skills to develop their careers and progress in the NHS. It is suitable for anyone who is new to a team leading role, or those who are hoping to become a team leader as they advance their careers.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course but a good understanding of both written and spoken English, as well as knowledge of using IT equipment, will be useful.
What will you learn?
This course is split into eight manageable units:
Unit 1: Principles of team leading
Unit 2: Understand business
Unit 3: Understand how to communicate work-related information
Unit 4: Understand how to manage performance and conflict in the workplace
Unit 5: Principles of equality and diversity in the workplace
Unit 6: Understand how to develop working relationships with colleagues
Unit 7: Understand health and safety procedures in the workplace
Unit 8: Understand how to develop and deliver a presentation
How will you learn?
This course is blended, with classroom delivery and virtual coaching sessions.
What will you need to bring with you?
There are no additional costs but access to IT equipment and the Internet is required.
How will you be assessed?
You will complete workbooks using our online platform, with 1:1 coach / tutor support.
You will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence which is put together during the course and demonstrates that you have met the required assessment criteria. On completion, the portfolio of evidence is submitted in an online format.
Where next?
You could progress to another free qualification such as the:
- Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness
- Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance
- Level 2 Certificate in Living in a Fair and Diverse Society
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with and Supporting Individuals with Learning Difficulties
- Level 2 Certificate in Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Retail Operations
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
- Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Warehousing
- Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection
- Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity
- Level 2 Certificate in Self-harm and Suicide Prevention
- Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Problems
- Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions
- Level 2 Certificate in Special Education Needs and Disability
- Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Bullying in Children and Young People
- Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care
- Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning
- Level 2 Certificate in Lean Management Techniques
- Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health First Aid for Leaders
- Level 2 Certificate in Digital Marketing
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information, contact liz.young@derby-college.ac.uk
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Course Information Last Updated On: November 4, 2024 11:00 am
