Holistic assessment in training

Holistic assessment

This section explores holistic assessment and the process of identifying and recording progression for your NQSW. It also outlines the relationship between the Knowledge and Skills Statement for social workers in adult services [KSS] and the Professional Capabilities Framework [PCF]. It describes the elements you should incorporate into your holistic assessment decision and signposts the tools, templates and resources that can help you build up evidence which supports your decision.

Essential reading for this section includes:

• completing the record of support and progressive assessment [RSPA]- supporting guidance
• completing the critical reflection log [CRL]- supporting guidance
• Knowledge and Skills Statement [KSS] for social workers in adult services
• Professional Capabilities Framework [PCF]
• the ASYE guide for NQSWs
• improving the quality of direct observation of practice
• developing feedback from people who need care and support.