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Diploma in Sheltered Hsg

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ABOUT THE COURSE:

This nationally accredited course is designed to enable students to explore and debate topical issues relating to the provision of sheltered and/or supported housing. It aims to develop a wider understanding of the role of sheltered and/or supported housing. The course will be of benefit to those who either work in Sheltered or Supported Housing or have a specific interest in gaining a greater insight into the functions and purpose of sheltered/supported housing.

The course covers a range of subjects and topics that are linked specifically to sheltered/supported housing. The course curriculum is designed to enhance the students understanding of issues that sheltered and/or supported housing services need to address and provides an excellent opportunity to learn more about the wider issues that impact on sheltered/supported housing.
 

The course focuses on research based learning, giving students an added opportunity to utilise and develop effective research methods and effective planning skills throughout their studies.
 

One of the principle aims of the course is to encourage and enable the student to develop sound research practice and evaluate findings in a constructive and objective manner. It is hoped that this in turn will provide the student with evidence of competency in research and planning skills.
 

Each module of study will be supported by a course reader prompting the student to explore and question conventional theories and practices. The course reader book will raise relevant and topical points and guide the student to conduct further research.
 

The course is offered in two formats:
OPEN LEARNING, where students attend study days at a regional study centre.
DISTANCE LEARNING, where students study at home/work via the SHN E-Learning site.
 

The course can also be delivered ‘In-House’ making it an extremely cost effective way of enabling your staff team to gain and develop the necessary skills to provide a quality service.

How is the Course Assessed?

Student assessment of ability and competency will be through a continuous assessment process throughout the course enabling students to obtain a clear understanding of their current achievement and to plan their course work accordingly.

There will be five pieces of assessed work that students will need to successfully complete to pass.  These are as follows:

·        Five assignments – each linked to a specific module of study

·        An Individual Research Project – Students will choose from a choice of topics that have particular relevance and interest to them.  It is intended that the student utilise the project as a working management tool within their own workplace wherever possible. 

COURSE CONTENT:

Module One

The Function and Purpose of Sheltered/Supported Housing

Covers:

•  Considering the overall purpose and function of sheltered/supported housing services

•  Exploring the future of sheltered/supported housing

•  Delivering user directed support and identifying outcomes

•  Inducting new service users to ensure a person centred approach

•  Ensuring equality of service delivery to service users

Module Two

Ethical and Legal Issues when Providing Professional Support Services

Covers:

•  Legislation and policy that impacts on the delivery of sheltered/supported housing services

•  Rights and responsibilities of the service provider and the service user

•  Managing anti-social behaviour

•  Ethical and moral Issues for sheltered/supported housing

Module Three

Equality and Diversity

Covers:

•  Recognising and valuing the individual

•  Ensuring equality of service delivery

•  Promoting and encouraging equality & diversity

•  Meeting the requirements of a multi-cultural society 

Module Four

Managing and Monitoring Sheltered/Supported Housing Service Provision

Covers

• Defining local needs and requirements

• External factors that influence the delivery of service

• Ensuring the planned service meets the diversity and needs of all

• Consultation with existing and future stakeholders

• Understanding Service Standards and their purpose

• The function of Performance Indicators

• Setting targets to match defined service standards

• Developing clear policy and procedures

Module Five

Optional Module of Study

Covers

• Managing Change

• Team Skills

• Project Management

Research Project

There is also a requirement for students to produce a project on one of the following topics:

• Does sheltered/supported housing encourage independence or institutionalism?
• Moral and ethical issues that challenge the service
• Promoting equality and diversity in the provision of support
• The future role of sheltered/supported housing

The project is likely to link to the students own preferred area of work – either sheltered or supported housing.  Can reflect upon a particular service provision or sheltered/supported housing in general.

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Also available via Distance Learning