Social care glossary
The social care sector is filled with lots of jargon. We’ve created this handy glossary packed with common social care key terms that you and the person receiving care may need to understand.
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PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression)
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.
AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting
The AAT Level 4 Accounting qualification enhances existing skills and prepares you for advanced accounting positions.
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BSc Psychology
A Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology covering topics such as social, developmental, cognitive and biological psychology.
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Person-Centred Care
An approach to care that focuses on the individual needs, preferences, and values of the patient.
Infection Prevention and Control (IPC)
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).
Holistic Patient Care
Through collaboration, the team can address all aspects of a patient’s health and well-being, including physical, psychological, social, and sometimes spiritual needs.
End-of-Life Care (Palliative Care)
Holistic care for patients with life-limiting illnesses, focusing on managing symptoms, providing comfort, and supporting patients and their families emotionally, spiritually, and socially.
Care Plans
Care Plans are written documents outlining an individual patient’s needs, the goals of their care, and the interventions required to meet those goals.
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AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting
The AAT Level 4 Accounting qualification enhances existing skills and prepares you for advanced accounting positions.
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Specialised clothing or equipment worn by an employee for protection against infectious materials (e.g., gloves, gowns, masks, eye protection).
End-of-Life Care (Palliative Care)
Holistic care for patients with life-limiting illnesses, focusing on managing symptoms, providing comfort, and supporting patients and their families emotionally, spiritually, and socially.
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Holistic Patient Care
Through collaboration, the team can address all aspects of a patient’s health and well-being, including physical, psychological, social, and sometimes spiritual needs.
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Infection Prevention and Control (IPC)
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).
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Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management
Assessing risk factors for pressure ulcers (bed sores), implementing preventative strategies (e.g., repositioning, use of pressure-relieving equipment), and managing existing pressure ulcers.
PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression)
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.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Specialised clothing or equipment worn by an employee for protection against infectious materials (e.g., gloves, gowns, masks, eye protection).
Person-Centred Care
An approach to care that focuses on the individual needs, preferences, and values of the patient.
Pain Management
Assessing, managing, and evaluating pain, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
Infection Prevention and Control (IPC)
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).
Holistic Patient Care
Through collaboration, the team can address all aspects of a patient’s health and well-being, including physical, psychological, social, and sometimes spiritual needs.
End-of-Life Care (Palliative Care)
Holistic care for patients with life-limiting illnesses, focusing on managing symptoms, providing comfort, and supporting patients and their families emotionally, spiritually, and socially.
Care Plans
Care Plans are written documents outlining an individual patient’s needs, the goals of their care, and the interventions required to meet those goals.
BSc Psychology
A Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology covering topics such as social, developmental, cognitive and biological psychology.
AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting
The AAT Level 4 Accounting qualification enhances existing skills and prepares you for advanced accounting positions.
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Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management
Assessing risk factors for pressure ulcers (bed sores), implementing preventative strategies (e.g., repositioning, use of pressure-relieving equipment), and managing existing pressure ulcers.
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PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression)
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.