Overview
This lesson introduces students to the core care values and person‑centred principles that underpin high‑quality Health & Social Care practice. Learners explore how dignity, respect, empowerment and independence shape effective support, before examining the barriers that prevent person‑centred care in real settings. Through case‑study discussion and peer activities, students evaluate how poor practice can negatively affect a service user’s wellbeing and overall experience of care.

• Editable PowerPoint
• In‑lesson tasks applying care values to realistic scenarios
• Group/peer work to support discussion, empathy and evaluative thinking

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

• Define core care values and person‑centred principles, including dignity, respect and empowerment.
• Explain how to empower individuals and maintain their dignity in different care contexts.
• Identify common barriers that prevent person‑centred care, such as staffing, communication or organisational issues.
• Evaluate the impact of poor practice on a service user’s wellbeing, drawing on case‑study evidence.

This lesson provides a clear, accessible introduction to one of the most important themes in Health & Social Care. The structured tasks help students move from understanding to application, while the peer‑discussion elements encourage empathy and critical thinking. The editable format allows teachers to tailor examples to their cohort, and the focus on real‑world practice prepares learners for both coursework and future vocational pathways.

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