Our care training courses are suitable for individuals wishing to develop their skills, new care workers, care workers who are looking to update their knowledge and for providing care training courses for the staff you employ. You can buy our courses individually or as a group, you can quickly and easily purchase multiple courses through our Group Creation page which can be found HERE.
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Aim: To provide the best outcomes for people living with dementia. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Understand what dementia is and explain the importance of dementia awareness
- Describe the process of dementia identification, assessment, and diagnosis
- Explain about dementia risk reduction and prevention
- Describe what is person-centred dementia care
- Understand the importance of communication, interaction and behaviour in dementia care
- Explain the importance of health and well-being in dementia care
- Describe about the pharmacological interventions in dementia care
- Understand how to safeguard and promote the independence of people with dementia
- Explain the role of family and carers as partners in dementia care
- Describe the importance of equality diversity and inclusion in dementia care
- Understand the law, ethics and safeguarding in dementia care
- Understand what is end of life dementia care
- Explain about the research and evidence-based practice in dementia care
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Aim: To provide people with responsibility for providing care and support for an autistic person or people, but who could seek support from others for complex management or complex decision-making, with the knowledge and understanding required to support autistic children, young people, and adults. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Understand the spectrum of autism including abilities, disabilities, and spiky skills profiles
- Understand the importance of equal, timely access to autism assessment and diagnosis and some of the barriers to diagnosis
- Describe the legislations relevant to autism in the UK
- Describe quality care, person-centred support, and strategies to support autistic individuals
- Understand how to support autistic people to deal with change
- Understand how the behaviour of an autistic individual may indicate stress
- Understand how to interpret a change in an autistic individual’s presentation or behaviour
- List common issues faced by autistic people and describe how to support them
- Understand stimming
- Understand the activities that people with autism adopt to ‘self soothe’ or ‘self-regulate’ or just ‘calm down’
- Understand the common communication needs of autistic people
- Understand how health inequality affects autistic people and what are the main causes of it
- List the reasonable adjustments to be put in place to access health care and other services
- Understand the role of health action plans/health passports in signposting important adjustments
- Understand about the types of abuse which may be especially relevant for autistic people
- Understand that people with autism have the right to make decisions and know how to support them in this process
- Describe how to raise a safeguarding concern and where to get information and advice on Mental Capacity Act or Equality issues
- List your responsibilities as a care provider for an autistic person
- Understand the importance of working with others, including what role do family members, carers and supporters play in the lives of autistic people
- including what role family carers and supporters may play in the lives of autistic people
- Understand how to meet the needs autistic people in the workplace
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Aim: To understand and provide support to deafblind, deaf and hard of hearing people and communities. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Demonstrate a general awareness of deafblind, deaf, and hard of hearing people and communities
- Describe the legislations relevant to sensory loss in the UK
- Identify the barriers that deafblind, deaf, and hard of hearing people face
- List the ways in which deafblind, deaf, and hard of hearing people communicate
- Understand how to implement positive methods of communication for those who are deafblind, deaf, or hard of hearing
- Describe positive methods of supporting individuals who are deafblind, deaf and hard of hearing
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Aim: To know more about how initiating basic audit processes can strengthen continuous quality improvement and CQC compliance. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Understand what care audit is and how you can use it to improve the quality of your services
- Understand the key stages of a care audit
- Describe the relevant legislations in the UK
- Describe the importance of involving and supporting the people who use your services
- List some tips and guidance for conducting care audit in your organisation
- Understand what is meant by supporting personalisation of services
- Understand everything about auditing the care plans
- Describe the importance of audit action plans
- Describe how to close the audit loop and report the progress
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Aim: To develop a clear understanding of care plans. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Describe what are care plans and why are they important
- List the relevant legislations in the UK
- Describe why it is important to ensure the person receives the same care regardless of which care worker is on duty
- Understand the importance of recording the care which is being provided
- Understand what is meant by person-centred care planning and how to support the individual in identifying and managing their own care needs
- Understand how to write effective care plans
- Describe what care plan reviews and working documents are
- Describe how to develop advance care plans
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Aim: To gain a complete understanding of and be able to support individuals with dysphagia (swallowing problems). Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Demonstrate a complete understanding of swallowing process and dysphagia including its signs and symptoms
- Describe the legislations relevant to dysphagia in the UK
- Identify common causes and underlying medical conditions associated with dysphagia
- Understand the implications of dysphagia on a person’s health and wellbeing
- Describe the importance of maintaining adequate hydration and nutrition with safe and efficient swallowing function
- Describe how to reduce the signs and symptoms of swallowing difficulty including the utilisation of various strategies to prevent aspiration and choking
- Understand the importance of providing oral hygiene and self-care education
- Understand how to create an individualised care plan to meet each person's needs
- Identify your role in supporting individuals with dysphagia
- Understand how to develop practical skills to support people with dysphagia in eating and drinking safely.
- Identify when and how to make a referral, understand the process of assessment, and describe the various clinical assessment techniques used in evaluating the swallowing function
- Describe the importance of a thorough patient history in dysphagia assessment process
- Recognise when you need to collaborate with other healthcare professionals
- Describe how to communicate effectively with the individual and their family members about the implications of dysphagia
- Understand the ethical considerations related to dysphagia assessment and treatment
- Describe the cultural factors that may impact a patient's experience and adherence to treatment.
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Aim: To develop a clear understanding of robust risk assessment. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Understand what is meant by risk, hazards and identify who/what could be harmed
- Describe what is risk assessment
- List the relevant legislations in the UK
- Understand the aspect of liability in this context
- Compliance with regulation and standards
- Understand how to conduct a formal risk assessment in relation to individuals, activities and environments
- Know the CQC inspection process and their criteria with regards to risk assessment
- Understand how to review and update a risk assessment
- Understand the importance of reviewing accidents and incidents and learning from them
- Identify who has the responsibility of managing the risk assessments within the workplace
- Recognise the importance of working with other agencies to manage risks
- Identify risks in the life-context of the individual and their circumstances (and therefore impact on quality of life and individual wellbeing)
- Identify risk perspectives from all the people involved
- Identify weighting of risks (to establish high and low risk concerns, impact on emotional, social and psychological wellbeing)
- Identify current and past strategies for managing risks
- Ethical considerations or dilemmas related to risk assessment decisions (patient’s consent and dignity/religion)
- Understand the key tasks relating to robust risk management.
- Documentation of a risk assessment and where these should be stored
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Aim: To develop an advanced understanding of medication management. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Describe the importance of a care home medicines policy
- List the relevant legislations in the UK
- Explain the concept of Medicines Management
- Identify your role and responsibilities in medication management
- Understand the importance of record keeping
- Explain the importance of a MAR chart
- Describe the principles of safe administration of medicines
- Explain why things go wrong and what action should be taken at that time
- Describe how medicines should be handled, record kept, and how to safely destroy medicines which are no longer required
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Prerequisite for this course is the Advanced Medication Management (Face to Face) course. Aim: To confidently complete competency assessments and provide constructive feedback sensitively and supportively. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Explain the purpose and functions of assessing competency
- Describe the benefits of assessing competency
- Understand how to prepare for the competency assessment
- Understand what a competency assessment template or checklist is
- Explain how to conduct competency assessments
- Explain how to document the competency assessment and what should be included in it
- Describe how to coach staff through supportive conversations
- Describe the strategies and tools required for open and supported discussions
- Understand how to encourage Two-Way Communication
- How to provide effective feedback
- Understand how to deal with conflicts in supervision
- Describe what is positive reinforcement and how to use it
- Confidently demonstrate a competency assessment
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Aim: To develop a clear understanding of techniques, strategies and approaches that support people’s behaviour in a truly positive way. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Understand what is meant by positive behaviour support (PBS)
- PBS and CQC
- List the relevant legislations in the UK
- Explain how to promote positive behaviour and reduce behaviours that challenge
- Describe the importance of collection and analysis of data relating to the behaviour concerned
- Describe the factors, motives and functions that contribute to challenging behaviours in the
- Understand how to create individual behaviour support plans based on functional behaviour assessments and identified goals
- Explain the ethical aspects of positive behaviour support
- Explain the importance of considering the person and his or her life circumstances, including physical health and emotional needs such as the impact of any traumatic or adverse life events and mental illness
- Describe how to design strategies to reduce the occurrence of behaviours that challenge through proactive approaches
- Demonstrate effective communication skills to engage staff, families, and stakeholders in positive behaviour support initiatives
- Explain the importance of collaborating with staff to ensure consistent implementation of behaviour support plans
- Describe how to reduce the likelihood of behaviours that challenge by creating physical and social environments that are supportive and capable of meeting people’s needs
- Describe preventative approach that aims to teach people new skills to replace behaviours that challenge – and other skills that enhance the opportunities people have for being independent
- Explain the importance of involving input from different professionals including multiple evidence-based approaches and treatments that come from a shared value base and are provided in a coordinated and person-centred manner
- Explain how and when to use active support and appropriate interventions that support physical, mental health and wellbeing
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Aim: To develop a clear understanding of the processes and practices required to reduce accidents and incidents in the health and social care sector. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Understand the difference between accidents and incidents in an adult social care settings
- Describe how to recognise adverse events, incidents, errors and near misses
- Explain the importance of accident and incident management in adult social care
- List the relevant legislations in the UK
- Identify legal and regulatory requirements related to accident and incident reporting including an understanding of Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements
- Describe the consequences of a failure to report an accident or incident
- Understand how to conduct risk assessments to prevent accidents and incidents
- Describe the roles and responsibilities in accident and incident management
- Explain the chain of command and reporting procedures
- Describe how to follow regulatory procedures for reporting accidents and incidents accurately and promptly
- Explain how to conduct a thorough investigation of accidents and incidents, identify the root cause and implement corrective actions
- Understand why it is important to maintain accurate documentation and records of accidents and incidents
- Understand why it is important to be honest and to admit to and report errors
- Identify how to communicate effectively when reporting accidents and incidents to colleagues and relevant authorities including next of kin/families
- Understand how to provide appropriate care and support to service users involved in accidents or incidents
- Understand how to handle difficult conversations and provide support
- Explain the importance of providing emotional support to the service users after accidents or incidents
- Describe how to engage in continuous improvement by reviewing and updating accident and incident management procedures regularly
- Understand how to eliminate any immediate dangers, ensuring all the Health & Safety measures are in place to reduce any potential re-occurrence
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Aim: To develop an advanced knowledge of dementia and provide the best outcomes for people living with it Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Understand what dementia is and explain the importance of dementia awareness
- Describe the types, signs, progression and stages of dementia
- Understand what is delirium and the symptoms associated with it
- Explain the difference between dementia and delirium
- Understand how dementia impacts an individual’s willingness to engage with others
- List all the relevant legislations and the legal framework in the UK
- Describe the physical, psychological and emotional problems faced by people with dementia
- Understand the issues around their wellbeing and quality of life
- Explain why people with dementia present certain behaviours
- Describe the triggers of those behaviours, along with strategies to de-escalate them
- Demonstrate the strategies and skills required to effectively communicate with people living with dementia
- Describe how to deliver person-centred care to an individual with dementia
- Understand the administration of medication to individuals with dementia using a person-centred approach
- Explain how to use evidence-based interventions to address cognitive and functional decline in people with dementia
- Understand how to maintain dignity, empower the individuals to make choices and maintain independence as much as possible
- Describe the ethical considerations in decision-making and capacity assessment
- Understand the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care
- Explain how to develop empathy, compassion, and cultural sensitivity in dementia care practice
- Describe how to design meaningful activities to improve the engagement of individuals with advanced dementia
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Aim: To develop a complete understanding of wound care. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Understand the anatomy of our skin and its function in our body
- Understand how to recognise different types of wounds
- Understand all about a skin tear
- List of relevant legislations in the UK
- Guidelines and protocols set by the Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT)
- Describe the importance of infection control measures in preventing complications
- Describe the process of wound assessment, dressing and management
- Understand all about pressure ulcers
- Describe how to support service users experiencing pain due to wounds
- Understand the process, stages and risks involved in the healing of wounds
- Understand the importance of documentation associated with wound care
- Explain the importance of escalating and reporting issues promptly
- Describe how to support the service users in maintaining good skin care and integrity
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Aim: To gain a complete understanding of planning, monitoring, and management of nutritional consistencies. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Understand what is IDDSI, its impact, causes and consequences.
- Understand what is dysphagia
- Explain the risk factors of aspiration and choking and list some strategies to prevent them
- List the relevant legislations in the UK
- Understand the importance of safe management of food production for people affected with dysphagia
- Explain the process of assessment and screening of dysphagia
- Describe the signs and symptoms to identify dysphagia
- Explain importance of early detection of dysphagia
- Understand the importance of patient history in the dysphagia assessment process
- Understand what is diet modification
- Explain the food textures according to IDDSI standard
- Explain how to modify diets according to IDDSI standards
- Explain how to adapt food and drink textures
- Explain how to prepare and test food according to IDDSI standards – Theory only
- Demonstrate how to prepare drinks according to IDDSI standards – Theory and Practical
- Explain the importance of promoting independence and dignity of all the service users
- Understand the importance of proper positioning during meals
- List the equipment and assistive devices which can be used to support individuals with dysphagia
- Describe an overview of any specialised equipment used in this context
- Explain how to use and maintain dysphagia-specific equipment effectively
- Explain the need to gain education and training on safe swallowing strategies
- Understand what does a good eating and drinking care plan look like
- Demonstrate how you will complete the eating and drinking care plan effectively
- Understand the safe feeding techniques
- Understand how environmental factors impact safe swallowing
- Understand why is communication and collaboration important
- Explain how to communicate effectively with individuals and team members
- Understand the need to collaborate with other healthcare professionals
- Describe the importance of documentation and accurate record-keeping
- Explain the process of documentation of assessment results and recommended interventions
- Describe why you should regularly monitor and review the swallowing function and dietary tolerance of the individual
- Understand how to recognise and respond to choking incidents and implement emergency protocols
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Aim: To gain a complete understanding of dysphagia management using IDDSI standards Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Understand the difference between a normal swallow and an abnormal swallow
- Understand what is dysphagia, the signs and symptoms associated with this condition
- Identify common causes and underlying medical conditions associated with dysphagia
- Understand the implications of dysphagia on a person’s health and wellbeing
- Explain the risk factors of aspiration and choking and list some strategies to prevent them
- Describe the importance of maintaining adequate hydration and nutrition with safe and efficient swallowing function
- Explain why is early detection of dysphagia is important
- Understand the importance of the individual’s diet history in the dysphagia assessment process
- Explain about the process of assessment and screening of dysphagia
- Participate in a group discussion – real life examples and best practices to manage dysphagia in different care settings
- List the relevant legislations in the UK
- Explain the importance of safe management of food production for people affected by dysphagia.
- Understand what is the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI), impact, causes and consequences
- Describe the IDDSI framework and levels
- Understand the rationale behind texture modification of food and drink according to IDDSI levels
- Understand texture modification of food according to IDDSI levels
- Participate in texture modification and demonstrate your knowledge by testing the texture compliance with IDDSI levels
- Understand texture modification of drinks according to IDDSI levels
- Participate in texture modification and demonstrate your knowledge by testing the texture compliance with IDDSI levels
- Explain the importance of promoting independence and dignity of all the service users
- Understand the importance of proper positioning during meals
- List the equipment and assistive devices which can be used to support individuals with dysphagia
- Explain how to use and maintain dysphagia-specific equipment effectively
- Explain the need to gain education and training on safe swallowing strategies and diet modifications
- Understand the safe feeding techniques
- Understand how environmental factors impact safe swallowing
- Understand why is communication and collaboration important
- Explain how to communicate effectively with individuals and team members
- Understand the need to collaborate with other healthcare professionals
- Describe the importance of documentation and accurate record-keeping
- Explain the process of documentation of assessment results and recommended interventions
- Describe why you should regularly monitor and review the swallowing function and dietary tolerance of the individual
- Understand how to recognise and respond to choking incidents and implement emergency protocols
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Aim: To enable managers and leaders to hold open and supported conversations and be able to provide effective supervision. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Explain the purpose and functions of supervision
- Understand the benefits of conducting regular supervisions
- Describe the benefits of managing performance
- Explain how to conduct performance conversations
- Understand what a supervision template or checklist is
- Describe how to coach staff through supervision conversations
- Understand how to prepare for the supervision
- List a few tips for giving feedback
- Understand how to deal with conflicts in supervision
- Explain how to document the supervision and what should be included in it
- List the behaviours needed for sensitive or complex conversations
- Describe the strategies and tools required for open and supported discussions
- Understand how to encourage Two-Way Communication
- Describe what is positive reinforcement and how to use it
- Understand the importance of personal and professional development
- Describe what is wellbeing and emotional support
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Aim: To develop effective leaders who will lead and encourage continuous quality improvement. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Describe the term leadership and the qualities of a leader
- Understand different leadership styles and apply appropriate approaches based on situational needs.
- Understand the importance of being visible and approachable as a leader
- List the relevant legislation in the UK
- Learn how to effectively delegate tasks and responsibilities
- Describe how staff can understand what the vision, values and strategies of your service are, and how they can achieve them in their role
- Understand how to effectively manage resources and identify the appropriate type and level of resources required to deliver safe and effective service
- Describe how to identify and address poor or variable staff performance
- Learn how to identify the strengths, interests, and developmental needs of staff members
- Understand how to identify and address staff development needs
- Learn techniques for setting SMART goals for staff development
- Understand why providing constructive feedback and recognition can support staff in their development journey
- Develop skills in providing constructive feedback during supervision sessions
- Learn how to respond to feedback in a timely and professional manner
- Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills to support and motivate staff members
- Understand what is active listening and empathetic communication and how to practice it during supervisory interactions
- Understand the importance of promoting staff wellbeing and resilience
- Understand how to support staff to manage their own health, care and wellbeing and recognising the importance of self-care in leadership roles
- Describe how to manage the impact of their emotions and behaviour
- Understand importance of building and maintaining strong relationships with all staff, including clients, families, and community partners
- Understand importance with working in collaboration with others in and across networks
- Understanding the causes of conflict and how to effectively manage it
- Develop skills in active listening, effective communication, and problem-solving
- Develop skills in active listening, empathy, and effective communication
- Develop skills in critical thinking, analysis, and decision-making
- Understand the importance of considering multiple perspectives and gathering information before making decisions and encouraging other have the confidence and opportunity to contribute.
- Learn how to make ethical and informed decisions that align with the values and goals of the organisation and respecting the culture beliefs the individual
- Understand the importance of effectively managing comments and complaints
- Understand the importance of encouraging improvement and innovation to create continuous service improvement
