What did the General Social Care Council do?
The General Social Care Council (GSCC) is a Non Departmental Public Body established in October 2001. It is responsible for setting standards of conduct and practice for social care workers and their employers, for regulating the workforce and for regulating social work education and training.
What is the Code of professional practice?
The Code is the primary document setting out the standards for conduct and practice. It also forms part of the wider package of legislation, practice standards and employers’ policies and procedures that social care workers must meet.
Why was the General Social Care Council abolished?
The government said the decision was in line with the wider reforms set out in the health White Paper, Equity and Excellence: Liberating the NHS, namely to cut cost and remove duplication and burdens on the NHS. It said it would be cheaper for social workers to register with the HPC, which currently charges £76 a year.
What replaced the General Social Care Council?
On 1 August 2012 the General Social Care Council closed down and the regulation of the social work profession and social work education in England transferred to the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Who regulates social workers in Wales?
Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales (CSSIW) are the regulator for social care and social services in Wales, from child minders and nurseries to homes for older people.
What is the General Social Care Council?
General Social Care Council – Annual Report and Accounts 2011-12 5. public protection, is understood by service users and by social workers, and reflects the reality of modern social work practice. The GSCC was established in 2001 following Lord Laming’s enquiry into the tragic death of Victoria Climbie.
Can I reproduce the text of the General Social Care Council?
© 2012 General Social Care Council The text of this document (this excludes, where present, the Royal Arms and all departmental and agency logos) may be reproduced free of charge in any format or medium providing that it is reproduced accurately and not in a misleading context.
What is the purpose of the Code of practice for Social Care?
Code of Practice for Social Care Workers. The purpose of this code is to set out the conduct that is expected. of social care workers and to inform service users and the public. about the standards of conduct they can expect from social care.
What does the GSCC think about Professional Regulation of social workers?
The GSCC is absolutely convinced as to the importance of professional regulation, both its role in the past in bringing about accountability for social workers, and in the future as the drive to professionalise social work gains pace.