About this course

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the role and responsibilities of a chaperone in a healthcare setting. It addresses the importance of chaperoning during medical procedures to ensure the protection and comfort of patients, as well as to safeguard healthcare professionals. The course includes modules on relevant policies, patient rights, the different levels of chaperoning, and the correct procedures to follow during intimate examinations. Additionally, it offers guidance on how to raise concerns and maintain professionalism in clinical practices.

Learning objectives

• Recognise a chaperone's role and responsibilities.

• Understand the policies related to chaperoning in healthcare settings.

• Identify patient rights regarding chaperones during medical procedures.

• Differentiate between formal and informal chaperones.

• Follow the correct protocol during intimate examinations.

• Understand how to address concerns and maintain professional conduct.

On completing this course you will

• Be able to recognise and understand the roles and responsibilities of a chaperone in a clinical setting.

• Be knowledgeable about the policies and procedures related to chaperoning.

• Understand the rights of patients to have a chaperone present during medical consultations, examinations, and procedures.

• Be able to distinguish between formal and informal chaperoning roles and when each is appropriate.

• Know the correct protocols to follow during intimate examinations to ensure patient dignity and safety.

• Be equipped to raise concerns appropriately and maintain a high standard of professional conduct in clinical practices.

This course is suitable for

• Healthcare professionals who perform medical examinations and procedures.

• Clinical support staff who may be called upon to act as chaperones.

• Medical administrators responsible for developing and implementing chaperone policies.

• Students in medical and healthcare training programs.

• Anyone interested in understanding the role and importance of chaperones in healthcare settings.