Social Care
Self Directed Support (SDS) Online Course
Learn about Scotland's Self Directed Support framework and how it empowers individuals to make informed choices about their care. This course covers the four SDS options, the legislative background under the Social Care (Self-directed Support) (Scotland) Act 2013, and how professionals can support individuals to exercise choice and control over their care and support.
Your Self Directed Support (SDS) certificate is included in the £35 Chefs Bay Academy licence, along with 130+ other CPD accredited courses. One payment, 12 months of access, no subscription.
Self Directed Support (SDS) at a glance
Self Directed Support (SDS) is a CPD accredited online course from Chefs Bay Academy, taking 25 mins to complete. The certificate is ready to download as soon as you pass.
| Duration | 25 mins, self-paced |
|---|---|
| Certificate | CPD Accredited, instant download |
| Price | £35 licence covering all 130+ courses |
| Access | 12 months, any device, unlimited retakes |
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Chefs Bay Academy is run by Chefs Bay Hospitality Limited (Company No. 13588811), a UK hospitality and care staffing agency based in Merseyside. Your £35 licence covers this course and 130+ others, all CPD accredited, with 12 months of access.
What this course costs elsewhere
| Comparison | Typical single certificate | Chefs Bay Academy licence, all 130+ courses |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £10-£40 per course, usually + VAT | £35 once, VAT included |
| Covers | One course | All 130+ courses |
| Access | Typically 60-90 days | 12 months, one person |
| Retakes | Often charged again | Unlimited, any course |
| Refunds | Varies by provider | Full refund within 14 days, if no certificate downloaded |
Market range from provider price lists, checked August 2026. £35 is the whole licence, covering all 130+ courses for 12 months, not a per-course price.
What You'll Learn
- Introduction to Self Directed Support
- The Social Care (Self-directed Support) (Scotland) Act 2013
- The Four SDS Options
- Supporting Informed Choice
- Assessment and Support Planning for SDS
- The Role of Professionals in Delivering SDS
Who Needs This Course
Social workers, care workers, support workers, and care managers in Scotland who need to understand and implement Self Directed Support when assessing and supporting individuals.
Your Certificate
Pass the assessment and your certificate is ready to download as a PDF the same day, with your name and the course title on it. Print it, email it to a manager, or attach it to a CV.
- PDF download, same day you pass
- CPD accredited by The CPD Certification Service
- Retake the assessment as often as you need
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