Care Assistant & Companion

Overview

What You’ll Learn

Develop confident decision-making in domiciliary care scenarios

Apply infection prevention and control principles effectively

Strengthen leadership in health, safety, and medication management

Understand ethical responsibilities and information governance

Enhance communication and conflict resolution skills

Build practical knowledge of mental health care support

Improve ability to deliver person-centred care consistently

Manage emergencies with basic life support techniques

Overview

The Care Assistant & Companion course is a CPD-accredited online programme tailored for UK learners ready to expand their skills in domiciliary care. It offers a structured path to deepen your understanding while balancing your professional commitments.

This course equips you with the knowledge to take on increased responsibility and make informed, ethical decisions. You will apply practical skills aligned with sector expectations, improving your confidence and care approach. The content emphasises quality and professionalism without regulatory claims.

Designed for those focused on skill development, this course provides professional credibility and is suitable for aspiring and practising care assistants. Flexible online study and dedicated learner support make it accessible across the UK workforce.

Key Highlights:

Fully CPD-accredited for recognised professional development
Flexible, self-paced online learning with 12 months’ access
Practical focus on domiciliary care, safety, and mental health
Includes modules on medication, infection control, and conflict resolution
Assessment via online multiple-choice exam with free retakes
Optional reflective portfolio to deepen understanding
Digital certificate available with optional printed copy
Trusted by UK employers for skills and knowledge enhancement

Accreditation & Recognition

This Care Assistant & Companion is fully CPD-accredited, ensuring your qualification meets trusted professional standards for relevant fields. It is widely recognised by UK employers as a benchmark for continuing professional development and compliance training. Earn a CPD Accredited certificate to showcase your knowledge and skills

100% online, self-paced study with 12 months’ access
Includes online multiple-choice exam and optional reflective portfolio
Order a CPD-accredited digital certificate (optional printed version available for £24.99)
Recognised by UK employers and globally trusted certification

Assessment & Certification

Your progress in this Care Assistant & Companion is measured through an online multiple-choice assessment with a 60% pass mark and instant results. Learners can retake the exam for free, ensuring full understanding before completion. Upon passing, you can order a PDF version of the CPD Accredited certificate, verifying your learning achievement and continued professional development aligned with industry knowledge standards. You can also order a hardcopy certificate for £24.99 to boost your credibility and showcase your achievement. This qualification includes no hidden fees and is recognised by UK employers as evidence of structured learning and professional growth.

Who Is This Course For?

Aspiring care assistants seeking foundational knowledge
Practising domiciliary care workers enhancing their skills
Healthcare support staff aiming to improve safety practices
Individuals supporting mental health and vulnerable adults
Supervisors wanting to strengthen leadership capabilities
Professionals focused on infection control and medication management

Career Opportunities & Progression

Care Assistant: £16,000 to £20,000 per year
Domiciliary Care Worker: £17,000 to £21,000 per year
Healthcare Support Worker: £18,000 to £22,000 per year
Mental Health Support Worker: £19,000 to £23,000 per year
Senior Care Worker: £20,000 to £25,000 per year
Care Team Supervisor: £22,000 to £28,000 per year

Key Skills You’ll Gain

Confident application of domiciliary care principles
Effective infection prevention and control methods
Safe medication handling and administration understanding
Practical knowledge of basic life support techniques
Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
Ethical information governance and data protection
Insight into mental health care and support strategies
Leadership and decision-making in care environments

Why Study with Royal Open College

Royal Open College is a trusted CPD-accredited training provider dedicated to helping professionals build confidence, leadership, and compliance in the UK job sector. Our expert-led online courses are designed to fit around your lifestyle, giving you the flexibility to study anywhere, anytime. CPD-accredited and employer-recognised qualifications trusted across the UK

Expert tutors with essential real-world experience
100% online learning with UK-based learner support
Affordable, transparent pricing with no hidden fees
Trusted by thousands of UK learners and global professionals

Enrol today to develop practical skills, build confidence, and strengthen your real-world understanding with the CPD-accredited Care Assistant & Companion course.