Professional values

Professional values

Using values at work helps us to make good decisions and provide the best support to others

Professional values resources

This resource has three sections to work through, all related to professional values. Each section includes a number of topics.

Identify the professional values which guide care practice
Section one

Identify the professional values which guide care practice

In this topic we’ll look at two national resources which are based on professional values. These are Right Values, Right People (a SSSC recruitment toolkit) and the Health and Social Care Standards (which describe the standard of care everyone should expect).

Understand how to develop a career in care
Section two

Understand how to develop a career in care

In this topic we’ll talk you through the different roles in social services and help you choose a pathway which is right for you.

Practise thinking and writing reflectively
Section three

Practise thinking and writing reflectively

In this final section we’ll introduce you to reflection.