Professional Boundaries for Healthcare Workers (UK & Wales) - Available Now

Welcome to our Professional Boundaries for Healthcare Workers (UK & Wales) online training module. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate of completion. The course duration is approximately 2 hours and will earn you 2 CPD points. You have 6 months from the date of purchase to finish this training.

Professional Boundaries for Healthcare Workers (UK & Wales) – Course Content:
1. Introduction to Professional Boundaries
•Definition of professional boundaries
•Why boundaries matter in healthcare
•Power dynamics in care relationships
•Boundaries vs. barriers: building trust safely
2. Legal and Ethical Framework
•The NMC Code of Conduct (for registered nurses)
•Social Care Wales – Code of Professional Practice
•Mental Capacity Act 2005
•Data Protection (GDPR) and confidentiality
•Safeguarding responsibilities (adults and children)
3. Types of Boundaries in Practice
•Emotional boundaries (maintaining empathy without overinvolvement)
•Physical boundaries (appropriate touch and proximity)
•Time boundaries (avoiding contact outside working hours)
•Social media and digital boundaries
•Financial and material boundaries (gifts, loans, inheritance)
•Language and communication (maintaining respectful tone and professionalism)
4. Recognising Boundary Crossings and Violations
•What is a boundary crossing vs. a violation?
•Examples: over-familiarity, favouritism, inappropriate disclosure
•Impact on service users, staff, and trust in services
•Whistleblowing and reporting inappropriate behaviour
5. Managing Challenging Situations
•Saying “no” professionally
•Managing personal feelings (transference and countertransference)
•Responding when service users or families cross boundaries
•Documenting and escalating concerns
6. Case Studies and Scenario-Based Learning
•Real-world examples (e.g., inappropriate relationships, accepting gifts, personal contact outside work)
•Group discussion or reflective questions
•Safeguarding implications and duty of candour
7. Promoting a Professional Culture
•Team accountability and leadership responsibilities
•Role of supervision and reflective practice
•Open conversations and support for maintaining boundaries
•Developing professional resilience


The Learning Outcomes:
1. Understand the Concept of Professional Boundaries
2. Identify Relevant Legal, Ethical, and Professional Standards
3. Recognise the Types of Boundaries in Care Settings
4. Manage Professional Boundaries in Challenging Situations
5. Respond to and Report Unsafe Practices
6. Promote a Culture of Professionalism
7. Demonstrate Safer, More Confident Practice


We hope you find this module informative and beneficial for your professional development in Professional Boundaries for Healthcare Workers (UK & Wales) .

If you need more information about this course, please contact Train Healthcare directly at 0208 3266 704 or email contact@trainhealthcare.com.

Please note that refunds are not available for online training purchases.

Nursing and Midwife Council's (CPD Points).

Requirements:
It is necessary to complete 35 hours (35 Nursing CPD Points) of relevant CPD within the three-year period since your last registration renewal or since joining the register.
Of these 35 hours (35 Nursing CPD Points), a minimum of 20 hours (20 Nursing CPD Points), should be dedicated to participatory learning, which involves engaging in activities that facilitate interaction with other professionals.