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Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
For related training offered by other educational institutions, it is advisable to consult the list of accredited courses on the NCFHE website.
A clean Police Conduct Certificate and First Aid Certificate are usually requested.
A valid driving licence may be required.
On-the-job training is usually offered if employed by an agency.
Knowledge and skills
Care Workers Home Based are expected to have:
• The ability to develop a caring and trusting relationship with the person
• The ability to deal with persons who have different health and social needs
• The ability to deal with challenging behaviour
• An understanding of the person’s
confidentiality and privacy
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures
Transferable skills should include:
• Written and verbal communication skills in Maltese and/or English
• Numeracy skills
• Customer care skills
• Organisational skills
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• The ability to work independently
• The ability to remain calm under pressure
and in tense situations
Additional qualities
These may include:
• A caring manner
• A passion for helping people
• A practical orientation
• A sociable personality
• Empathy
• Patience
• Sensitivity
• Tact
Related career opportunities
• Care Coordinator
• Care Worker Institution Based
• Domestic Housekeeper
• Home Helper
• Nanny
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