Course: Chaperoning for Healthcare Professionals Training

This course is designed for healthcare professionals undertaking the role of a chaperone as part of their duties. This course will cover: - What is a Chaperone and their roles and duties; - Understanding when a Chaperone needs to be present, and navigating the role with care; - The rights of patients and any concerns they may have; - Understanding confidentiality issues and the procedures involved in raising concerns, and; - Developing your communication skills for this role.

Course Contents:

• The meaning of the term chaperone
• Articulate the key role requirements
• Understand the needs of patients
• Understand the situation and how to prepare yourself
• What is classed as an intimate examination?
• Definition of Consent
• When is a Chaperone required?
• Specific Situations Where a Chaperone is Required
• Chaperone Role and Positioning
• Understanding Confidentiality
• Voicing Concerns
• Litigation
• What if a Chaperone is Unavailable?
• Legal Issues
• Chaperoning for Children
• Lesser Capacity, Consent and Best Interests
• Considering Ethnicity, Religious and Cultural Backgrounds
• VIPs and Guests
• Interpersonal and Observational Skills
• Chaperoning Policy