Course Description:

This course explores the importance of professionalism in documentation for healthcare professionals. It covers key principles like accuracy and integrity in clinical and non-clinical records. You will learn how to create clear, objective, and detailed documentation that ensures patient safety and supports care continuity. The course explains regulatory guidelines from bodies like GMC, NMC, GDC, HCPC and others, and highlights the consequences of breaches. It also includes best practices for correcting errors and maintaining confidentiality. You will understand how to uphold professional standards, reflect on improving documentation skills and deal with documentation related investigations or fitness to practice processes.