WRITING PROGRESS NOTES - AN INTRODUCTION

This online micro-credential provides an introduction to the importance of accurate documentation in the health setting. Good documentation supports the healthcare processes of care through the progress notes, provides a clear channel of communication and ultimately provides legal proof of the duty of care and professional accountability. The micro-credential highlights the importance of documentation to facilitate the safe care and treatment of a client.

This is a non-creditable micro-credential which is awarded a digital badge and Certificate of Completion which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.

Career Opportunities

Undertaking this micro-credential enables students to meet their Continuing Professional Development obligations and industry update requirements in their profession. Upon successful completion of the micro-credential, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a non-creditable micro-credential (Digital Badge) and a Certificate of Completion.

Course Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify the importance of accurate and careful documentation
  2. Identify the key essential elements of good communication through documentation
  3. Define the standards for progress notes.

Assessment

Online Quiz

Award

Digital Badge via Credly

Students can also download a Certificate of Completion, share to social media or add to a professional portfolio.