The AAT Level 4 Accounting qualification enhances existing skills and prepares you for advanced accounting positions. 

Absolute Risk refers to the likelihood of an event or outcome occurring among the group being studied. For example, an adverse reaction to the drug being tested. Studies that compare two or more groups of people may report results in terms of the absolute risk reduction.

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is  a global body for professional accountants. It offers individuals the skills and knowledge required to pursue a career in accounting, finance or business. 

Adult Basic Life Support (BLS) is a set of techniques used to maintain life in adults experiencing cardiac or respiratory arrest until medical help arrives. 

Advanced Life Support (ALS) are a set of life-saving protocols and skills that extend Basic Life Support (BLS) to further support the circulation and provide an open airway and adequate ventilation. This includes defibrillation, administration of drugs, and advanced airway management.

Anaphylaxis Management is the process of recognising and responding to severe, life-threatening allergic reactions, including the administration of adrenaline (epinephrine) via an auto-injector.

Aseptic Non-Touch Technique (ANTT) is a safe and effective method used during clinical procedures that aims to prevent the contamination of sterile equipment by ensuring that sterile parts are only touched by other sterile items.

The role of a Business Administrator is to support and oversee the internal operations and administrative tasks, ensuring the smooth and effective functioning of a business. 

Care Accounts is a service offered by Unity Plus providing payroll and accountancy services for the healthcare sector.

Defibrillation and Airway Management is dedicated training which uses defibrillators and airway management techniques to stabilise individuals during emergencies.

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) is a basic first aid qualification providing individuals with the skills to handle emergencies in workplace settings.

Epilepsy Management and Seizure First Aid involves recognising different types of seizures, providing a safe environment during a seizure, and administering emergency medication if prescribed (e.g., buccal midazolam).

Principles of safe medication administration (the ‘rights’ of medication administration), dosage calculations, routes of administration, monitoring for effects and side effects, and legal aspects of medicines management.

Nutritional Assessment and Support is critical for recognising patients at risk of malnutrition, understanding different types of nutritional support (e.g., oral, enteral, parenteral), and assisting with feeding.

PMVA Training (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) is a course designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge required to handle violent or aggressive behaviour in healthcare settings. At Unity Plus, we not only offer this training free of charge to our staff, but we also deliver it on behalf of external healthcare professionals and organisations looking to upskill their staff. Contact us here to find out more. 

The PREVENT strategy, also known as Radicalisation Awareness, aims to stop people from being drawn into terrorism and to recognise and report concerns.

A Risk Assessment is a systematic process of identifying potential hazards and taking steps to minimise risks to patients, staff, and others in the healthcare environment.

Protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect.

A Senior Care Assistant is a more experienced care assistant with additional responsibilities. They typically provide support to those with care needs while also training other care staff. View our current vacancies here. 

Sepsis Awareness and Management refers to recognising the signs and symptoms of sepsis (a potentially life-threatening reaction to an infection) and initiating timely interventions according to national guidelines (e.g., Sepsis Six).

Stroke Awareness and Management refers to the ability to recognise the signs of a stroke (e.g., FAST test) and understand the initial management and care pathways for stroke patients.

Adult Basic Life Support (BLS) is a set of techniques used to maintain life in adults experiencing cardiac or respiratory arrest until medical help arrives. 

A Blood Transfusion is the medical procedure of transferring blood or blood products into a person’s circulation intravenously.

A Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology covering topics such as social, developmental, cognitive and biological psychology. 

The role of a Business Administrator is to support and oversee the internal operations and administrative tasks, ensuring the smooth and effective functioning of a business. 

The DBS (Disclosure and Baring Service) is a UK government organisation that helps employers make safer recruitment decisions by checking criminal records of employers. 

DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) is a type of cognitive-behavioural therapy used to treat mental health disorders.

Fluid Balance Monitoring is the accurate recording of a patient’s fluid intake and output to assess hydration status and kidney function.

Cannulation is the insertion of a cannula (a thin tube) into a vein to administer medication, fluids, or to take blood samples.

Care Accounts is a service offered by Unity Plus providing payroll and accountancy services for the healthcare sector.

The Care Certificate is an agreed set of standards that health and social care workers adhere to in their daily working life. While primarily for Support Workers, Registered Nurses are expected to understand and often supervise those holding the Care Certificate.

Care Plans are written documents outlining an individual patient’s needs, the goals of their care, and the interventions required to meet those goals.

The Care Service Officer is a role within Unity Plus supporting care services. 

The insertion of a catheter into the bladder to drain urine.

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) is a professional body offering training and qualifications in management accountancy and related subjects.

A framework through which Unity Plus is accountable for continuously improving the quality of its services and safeguarding high standards of care. 

Clinical Observations are the regular measurement and recording of a patient’s vital signs (e.g., temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, level of consciousness) to monitor their condition.

Effective verbal and non-verbal communication with patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members, including de-escalation techniques and breaking bad news.

Adherence to laws, regulations, and standards.

The principle is that a patient must be given sufficient information to make an informed decision about their treatment.

Medications that are subject to strict legal controls due to their potential for misuse.

A role ensuring an organisation operates at the highest regulatory standards.

An emergency procedure that combines chest compressions, often with artificial ventilation, in an effort to manually preserve intact brain function until further measures are taken to restore spontaneous blood circulation and breathing in a person who is in cardiac arrest.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is an independent regulator of health and adult social care in England. Unity Plus is proud to be regulated by the CQC giving individuals confidence in the care they receive from our staff.  

Customer Relations Manager is a management role overseeing the customer relations team.

Customer Relations Officers are staff members who manage relationships between clients and care workers.

A UK government-backed scheme to help organisations protect themselves against common cyber threats.

A legal and professional obligation to provide a reasonable standard of care to patients, avoiding acts or omissions that could foreseeably cause harm.

Holistic care for patients with life-limiting illnesses, focusing on managing symptoms, providing comfort, and supporting patients and their families emotionally, spiritually, and socially.

Healthcare recruitment services for healthcare and social care professionals. At Unity Plus, our recruitment team have strong backgrounds in healthcare and relevant qualifications allowing us to place healthcare professionals in the most suitable roles. 

Through collaboration, the team can address all aspects of a patient’s health and well-being, including physical, psychological, social, and sometimes spiritual needs.

Measures to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings, including standard precautions, transmission-based precautions, hand hygiene, and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

A nationally recognised qualification indicating competence in a specific area.

Live in care refers to a service where a care worker lives in the client’s home to provide 24/7 support and care. You can find more details on the live in care service offered by Unity Plus here.

A Master of Science degree in Cognitive Neuroscience.

An approach to care that focuses on the individual needs, preferences, and values of the patient.

Protecting children from harm, abuse, and neglect.

A Senior Care Assistant is a more experienced care assistant with additional responsibilities. They typically provide support to those with care needs while also training other care staff. View our current vacancies here. 

Management of patients with a tracheostomy, including suctioning, stoma care, dressing changes, and emergency procedures.

Assessing and managing different types of wounds (e.g., surgical wounds, leg ulcers, pressure ulcers), including dressing selection, application techniques, and monitoring for signs of infection or healing.

The AAT Level 4 Accounting qualification enhances existing skills and prepares you for advanced accounting positions. 

Medications that are subject to strict legal controls due to their potential for misuse.

The DBS (Disclosure and Baring Service) is a UK government organisation that helps employers make safer recruitment decisions by checking criminal records of employers. 

DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) is a type of cognitive-behavioural therapy used to treat mental health disorders.

Techniques used to reduce agitation and aggression in patients, ensuring the safety of the patient, staff, and others.

Defibrillation and Airway Management is dedicated training which uses defibrillators and airway management techniques to stabilise individuals during emergencies.

The act of assigning tasks to other members of the healthcare team. Registered Nurses must understand the principles of safe and effective delegation, ensuring tasks are assigned to individuals with the appropriate skills and competence.

How to support patients with diabetes, including blood glucose monitoring, insulin administration, recognition and management of hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia, and diabetic foot care.

Team members bring their unique skills, knowledge, and perspectives related to their specific profession (e.g., Doctors, Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Pharmacists, Dietitians, Psychologists).

Accurate, timely, and comprehensive recording of all aspects of patient care, observations, interventions, and communications, adhering to NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) guidelines and local policies.

Legal safeguards to ensure people in care homes or hospitals are not being deprived of their liberty unlawfully.

A legal and professional obligation to provide a reasonable standard of care to patients, avoiding acts or omissions that could foreseeably cause harm.

Difficulty swallowing.

A psychotherapy used to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories.

Ensuring care is provided in a non-discriminatory manner, respecting the diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and needs of all patients and colleagues.

Decisions about patient diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing care are often made collaboratively, considering all professional viewpoints.

Team members bring their unique skills, knowledge, and perspectives related to their specific profession (e.g., Doctors, Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Pharmacists, Dietitians, Psychologists).

Standardised systems for scoring physiological measurements to identify acutely ill patients, trigger appropriate responses, and escalate care when necessary.

A psychotherapy used to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories.

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) is a basic first aid qualification providing individuals with the skills to handle emergencies in workplace settings.

Holistic care for patients with life-limiting illnesses, focusing on managing symptoms, providing comfort, and supporting patients and their families emotionally, spiritually, and socially.

Epilepsy Management and Seizure First Aid involves recognising different types of seizures, providing a safe environment during a seizure, and administering emergency medication if prescribed (e.g., buccal midazolam).

Ensuring care is provided in a non-discriminatory manner, respecting the diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and needs of all patients and colleagues.

Specialised clothing or equipment worn by an employee for protection against infectious materials (e.g., gloves, gowns, masks, eye protection).

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) is a basic first aid qualification providing individuals with the skills to handle emergencies in workplace settings.

Epilepsy Management and Seizure First Aid involves recognising different types of seizures, providing a safe environment during a seizure, and administering emergency medication if prescribed (e.g., buccal midazolam).

The Finance Director (FD) is a Senior Executive responsible for the financial health of an organisation. At Unity Plus, we are fortunate to have a Finance Director who is not only a Chartered Accountant, but has also worked as the Financial Controller of the largest provider of Extra Care Services in the UK.

Mandatory training on fire prevention, evacuation procedures, and the use of fire-fighting equipment within healthcare settings.

Fluid Balance Monitoring is the accurate recording of a patient’s fluid intake and output to assess hydration status and kidney function.

Training in safe food handling practices to prevent foodborne illness, particularly relevant in settings where nurses might assist with patient feeding.

A framework through which Unity Plus is accountable for continuously improving the quality of its services and safeguarding high standards of care. 

A role ensuring an organisation operates at the highest regulatory standards.

The overall system of rules, practices, and processes by which a healthcare organisation is directed and controlled. It involves structures and processes for decision-making, accountability, transparency, and ensuring that the organisation achieves its objectives in a safe, effective, and ethical manner. This encompasses clinical governance, as well as corporate, financial, and information governance.

A management role overseeing internal processes, compliance, and quality assurance.

Rules and guidelines for handling sensitive patient information, ensuring confidentiality, security, and compliance with data protection laws (e.g., GDPR)

The team works towards common, patient-centred goals, often outlined in a coordinated care plan.

Training in safe food handling practices to prevent foodborne illness, particularly relevant in settings where nurses might assist with patient feeding.

The overall system of rules, practices, and processes by which a healthcare organisation is directed and controlled. It involves structures and processes for decision-making, accountability, transparency, and ensuring that the organisation achieves its objectives in a safe, effective, and ethical manner. This encompasses clinical governance, as well as corporate, financial, and information governance.

A critical component of infection prevention and control involves specific techniques for hand washing and the use of alcohol-based hand rubs.

A management role overseeing all mental health-related care services.

Healthcare recruitment services for healthcare and social care professionals. At Unity Plus, our recruitment team have strong backgrounds in healthcare and relevant qualifications allowing us to place healthcare professionals in the most suitable roles. 

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 is a legislation which covers responsibilities for maintaining a safe working environment, including risk assessment and incident reporting.

The UK’s tax authority.

Safe use of equipment (e.g., hoists, slide sheets) and techniques to move patients with limited mobility, minimising risk of injury to both patient and staff.

Through collaboration, the team can address all aspects of a patient’s health and well-being, including physical, psychological, social, and sometimes spiritual needs.

See Hoisting and Moving & Handling.

Cannulation is the insertion of a cannula (a thin tube) into a vein to administer medication, fluids, or to take blood samples.

Ensuring care is provided in a non-discriminatory manner, respecting the diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and needs of all patients and colleagues.

Measures to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings, including standard precautions, transmission-based precautions, hand hygiene, and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Rules and guidelines for handling sensitive patient information, ensuring confidentiality, security, and compliance with data protection laws (e.g., GDPR)

Tax legislation is designed to ensure that contractors who are effectively employees pay the correct amount of tax.

The administration of fluids, medications, or nutrients directly into a vein.

Decisions about patient diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing care are often made collaboratively, considering all professional viewpoints.

Adult Basic Life Support (BLS) is a set of techniques used to maintain life in adults experiencing cardiac or respiratory arrest until medical help arrives. 

Advanced Life Support (ALS) are a set of life-saving protocols and skills that extend Basic Life Support (BLS) to further support the circulation and provide an open airway and adequate ventilation. This includes defibrillation, administration of drugs, and advanced airway management.

A nationally recognised qualification indicating competence in a specific area.

Live in care refers to a service where a care worker lives in the client’s home to provide 24/7 support and care. You can find more details on the live in care service offered by Unity Plus here.

Processes are designed to ensure the safety of healthcare professionals who may be working alone.

Supported Living Services enable individuals with support needs to live independently in their own homes or in shared accommodation. You can find out more details about the supported living service at Unity Plus here. 

Fluid Balance Monitoring is the accurate recording of a patient’s fluid intake and output to assess hydration status and kidney function.

A management role overseeing all mental health-related care services.

Safe use of equipment (e.g., hoists, slide sheets) and techniques to move patients with limited mobility, minimising risk of injury to both patient and staff.

See Hoisting and Moving & Handling.

Principles of safe medication administration (the ‘rights’ of medication administration), dosage calculations, routes of administration, monitoring for effects and side effects, and legal aspects of medicines management.

A Master of Science degree in Cognitive Neuroscience.

A group of professionals from different disciplines or specialities who come together to provide comprehensive and coordinated care for patients.

The regulatory body for Nurses and Midwives in the UK. Registered Nurses must adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct and maintain their registration.

See Clinical Observations.

Aseptic Non-Touch Technique (ANTT) is a safe and effective method used during clinical procedures that aims to prevent the contamination of sterile equipment by ensuring that sterile parts are only touched by other sterile items.

Standardised systems for scoring physiological measurements to identify acutely ill patients, trigger appropriate responses, and escalate care when necessary.

A Master of Science degree in Cognitive Neuroscience.

The regulatory body for Nurses and Midwives in the UK. Registered Nurses must adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct and maintain their registration.

Nutritional Assessment and Support is critical for recognising patients at risk of malnutrition, understanding different types of nutritional support (e.g., oral, enteral, parenteral), and assisting with feeding.

Clinical Observations are the regular measurement and recording of a patient’s vital signs (e.g., temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, level of consciousness) to monitor their condition.

A management role overseeing internal processes, compliance, and quality assurance.

The AAT Level 4 Accounting qualification enhances existing skills and prepares you for advanced accounting positions. 

A Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology covering topics such as social, developmental, cognitive and biological psychology. 

Care Plans are written documents outlining an individual patient’s needs, the goals of their care, and the interventions required to meet those goals.

Holistic care for patients with life-limiting illnesses, focusing on managing symptoms, providing comfort, and supporting patients and their families emotionally, spiritually, and socially.

Through collaboration, the team can address all aspects of a patient’s health and well-being, including physical, psychological, social, and sometimes spiritual needs.

Measures to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings, including standard precautions, transmission-based precautions, hand hygiene, and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Assessing, managing, and evaluating pain, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.

An approach to care that focuses on the individual needs, preferences, and values of the patient.

Specialised clothing or equipment worn by an employee for protection against infectious materials (e.g., gloves, gowns, masks, eye protection).

PMVA Training (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) is a course designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge required to handle violent or aggressive behaviour in healthcare settings. At Unity Plus, we not only offer this training free of charge to our staff, but we also deliver it on behalf of external healthcare professionals and organisations looking to upskill their staff. Contact us here to find out more. 

Assessing risk factors for pressure ulcers (bed sores), implementing preventative strategies (e.g., repositioning, use of pressure-relieving equipment), and managing existing pressure ulcers.

Absolute Risk refers to the likelihood of an event or outcome occurring among the group being studied. For example, an adverse reaction to the drug being tested. Studies that compare two or more groups of people may report results in terms of the absolute risk reduction.

An emergency procedure that combines chest compressions, often with artificial ventilation, in an effort to manually preserve intact brain function until further measures are taken to restore spontaneous blood circulation and breathing in a person who is in cardiac arrest.

Accurate, timely, and comprehensive recording of all aspects of patient care, observations, interventions, and communications, adhering to NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) guidelines and local policies.

A psychotherapy used to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories.

Healthcare recruitment services for healthcare and social care professionals. At Unity Plus, our recruitment team have strong backgrounds in healthcare and relevant qualifications allowing us to place healthcare professionals in the most suitable roles. 

The PREVENT strategy, also known as Radicalisation Awareness, aims to stop people from being drawn into terrorism and to recognise and report concerns.

See Adult Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS).

The process by which all Nurses and Midwives in the UK must demonstrate to the NMC that they continue to be fit to practice. This includes reflective practice, continuing professional development (CPD), and practice hours.

A qualified Nurse registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

A Risk Assessment is a systematic process of identifying potential hazards and taking steps to minimise risks to patients, staff, and others in the healthcare environment.

A qualified Nurse specialising in mental health nursing.

A schedule of work duties and shifts.

Advanced Life Support (ALS) are a set of life-saving protocols and skills that extend Basic Life Support (BLS) to further support the circulation and provide an open airway and adequate ventilation. This includes defibrillation, administration of drugs, and advanced airway management.

Epilepsy Management and Seizure First Aid involves recognising different types of seizures, providing a safe environment during a seizure, and administering emergency medication if prescribed (e.g., buccal midazolam).

Mandatory training on fire prevention, evacuation procedures, and the use of fire-fighting equipment within healthcare settings.

Training in safe food handling practices to prevent foodborne illness, particularly relevant in settings where nurses might assist with patient feeding.

A management role overseeing all mental health-related care services.

Healthcare recruitment services for healthcare and social care professionals. At Unity Plus, our recruitment team have strong backgrounds in healthcare and relevant qualifications allowing us to place healthcare professionals in the most suitable roles. 

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 is a legislation which covers responsibilities for maintaining a safe working environment, including risk assessment and incident reporting.

Nutritional Assessment and Support is critical for recognising patients at risk of malnutrition, understanding different types of nutritional support (e.g., oral, enteral, parenteral), and assisting with feeding.

Protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect.

Protecting children from harm, abuse, and neglect.

A Senior Care Assistant is a more experienced care assistant with additional responsibilities. They typically provide support to those with care needs while also training other care staff. View our current vacancies here. 

Sepsis Awareness and Management refers to recognising the signs and symptoms of sepsis (a potentially life-threatening reaction to an infection) and initiating timely interventions according to national guidelines (e.g., Sepsis Six).

The team works towards common, patient-centred goals, often outlined in a coordinated care plan.

Procedures and precautions to prevent injuries from needles and other sharp medical instruments, including safe use and disposal.

Businesses that maintain revenues, assets or a number of employees below a certain threshold.

An older term, now largely replaced by “Safeguarding Adults,” but may still be encountered.

Stroke Awareness and Management refers to the ability to recognise the signs of a stroke (e.g., FAST test) and understand the initial management and care pathways for stroke patients.

Supported Living Services enable individuals with support needs to live independently in their own homes or in shared accommodation. You can find out more details about the supported living service at Unity Plus here. 

A Blood Transfusion is the medical procedure of transferring blood or blood products into a person’s circulation intravenously.

DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) is a type of cognitive-behavioural therapy used to treat mental health disorders.

The administration of fluids, medications, or nutrients directly into a vein.

Management of patients with a tracheostomy, including suctioning, stoma care, dressing changes, and emergency procedures.

 See Blood Transfusion.

A consumption tax is added to the price of goods and services.

The insertion of a catheter into the bladder to drain urine.

Assessing risk factors for pressure ulcers (bed sores), implementing preventative strategies (e.g., repositioning, use of pressure-relieving equipment), and managing existing pressure ulcers.

Features or benefits that differentiate a product or service from its competitors.

PMVA Training (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) is a course designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge required to handle violent or aggressive behaviour in healthcare settings. At Unity Plus, we not only offer this training free of charge to our staff, but we also deliver it on behalf of external healthcare professionals and organisations looking to upskill their staff. Contact us here to find out more. 

A consumption tax is added to the price of goods and services.

The process of drawing blood from a vein.

See Clinical Observations.

Standardised systems for scoring physiological measurements to identify acutely ill patients, trigger appropriate responses, and escalate care when necessary.

Processes are designed to ensure the safety of healthcare professionals who may be working alone.

Assessing and managing different types of wounds (e.g., surgical wounds, leg ulcers, pressure ulcers), including dressing selection, application techniques, and monitoring for signs of infection or healing.