• Course overview



    Eligibility: This course is open to adult social care professionals.

    This highly interactive, fun (yes, we make writing fun) course will take you through the practical steps of writing a sequential, powerful and rewarding records and reports. Remember, writing is a skill and, like any other skill, it can be practised and improved upon. Our focus throughout is on clear thinking and careful writing.

    Using a 12-page booklet filled with real but anonymised examples of adult social care writing, you will learn the principles of effective recording and report writing and how they apply to your everyday work. We will also highlight the seven deadly sins of recording and show you how to avoid them.

    Enhance your writing skills and make a meaningful impact in your role with our expert guidance and practical tips.

    Learning outcomes

    As a result of this course, you will have knowledge and skills in the following areas:

    • Develop a confident, conversational writing style.
    • Be clear and concise.
    • Use plain English and avoid jargon.
    • Use short sentences and bullet points.
    • Select relevant information and make it meaningful.
    • Record the voices of individuals and carers.
    • Understand how this makes your decisions defensible.
    • Crack our facts-analysis-judgement approach.

    Charges

    This course is fully funded. When you sign up you'll be able to book your place for free.

    Please refer to our terms and conditions for more information.
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    Course activities to complete

    • Book and attend at least 1 event(s)
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