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Safety and quality in care are defined by sector standards. Use the Compare Standards tool to see how the Common Induction Standards (CIS) link to the NVQ in Health and Social Care (Levels 2, 3 and 4) and the GSCC Codes of Practice for Workers.


Compare Standards

Select one of the six Common Induction Standards

  1. Understand the principles of care >
  2. Understand the organisation & the role of the worker >
  3. Maintain safety at work >
  4. Communicate effectively >
  5. Recognise and respond to abuse and neglect >
  6. Develop as a worker >



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How do I compare standards?

There are six CIS. Each CIS is divided into 'main areas'. Each main area has a number of 'outcomes'. These outcomes are mapped by Skills for Care to the GSCC code and the NVQ.

Compare standards by selecting a CIS and clicking through to the outcome you want.


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**2010 Changes to standards and qualifications**

The Common Induction Standards and Health and Social Care NVQs are changing in 2010. More info >

Skillsbase documents referencing CIS and NVQs remain valid until at least June 2011. More info >