Forthcoming
Forthcoming
Course Overview This course is designed to improve recording and reporting practices in the health and social care sector. All major high profile serious case reviews have found that recording mistakes were present. The course identifies correct practice and processes for the handling, storing and processing of data including the GDPR legislation and what must be recorded and how by distinguishing the differences between fact, opinion and judgement for professional documentation. It also provides guidance for effective and sufficient reporting of incidents within a care setting. Included also are the positive aspects of recording such as Life story Work which is imperative for identity purposes of the Children and Young People that we work with. Aims & Objectives Describe why reports have to be written Explain the meaning of ‘ethical writing’ Identify what to include in reports Recognise the difference between fact, opinion, judgement and hearsay Display documentation Course Audience This course is designed for Practitioners working with Families or Children and Young People.
Course Overview Attachment - Children's Care - Essential Level training course aims to provide learners with an understanding and awareness of Attachment and encourages each learner to reflect on their own personal attachments and their practice in relation to working with individuals with Attachment Disorders. The course explores the background of Attachment and how early Theorists developed the concepts that underpin Attachment Theory that we still use today. The course features a range of group work, activities and discussions to enhance learner skill development. Aims & Objectives Define Attachment Disorder Be aware of the underpinning theory of Attachment Identify barriers for Children with insecure attachments Recognise and manage behaviours linked to negative attachments Suggest Strategies to support children with poor Attachments Course Audience Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Children’s Centre Practitioners, Education Support Staff and Youth Workers
Course Overview This course provides progression from the Safeguarding Children Foundation Level Online course. This is a half day classroom-based training session for people working with children and young people. Learners will be encouraged to think about their responsibilities in safeguarding, the process to follow when allegations and disclosures are made and how to respond to poor practice. The course features a range of group work, activities and discussions to enhance learner skill development. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. This course offers a blended learning approach including a short scenario, a workbook, infographics and a classroom style training session. Aims & Objectives Understanding what Safeguarding means in relation to Children Identify why children are vulnerable and what the signs and indicators are Understand how to respond and record and what needs to be reported Identify what poor practice and what unsafe practice looks like Understand how to whistle blow and what this means Introduce the Complaints Procedure and policies in relation to this Course Audience Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Support Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Children’s Support Worker, Nursing Staff, Residential Care Staff, Teachers, Psychologists and Assistants, Nursery Workers
Course Overview Self-Harm Awareness - Children's Care - Essential Level training course outlines the basic understanding of self-harm and suicide. It explores ways to prevent and reduce harm caused by children and young people within the work environment. Included are different strategies and techniques to be referred and incorporated into practice. Learners will be able to identify common signs and symptoms of an individual who self-harms as well as be able to relate to the likelihood of individuals to attempt suicide. It has been designed to develop tools and techniques to be used to respond to self-harm and suicide ideation. Aims & Objectives Give an understanding of self-harm and suicide Understand the associated risk factors Explore harm minimisation and prevention Increase our confidence Provide tools and techniques to respond to suicide ideation and self-harm Resources & Links Course Audience This course is designed for people who work in the social care sector with people who may be at risk of self-harm or suicide.
Course Overview Exploitation - Children's Care - Essential Level training course is designed to highlight the fact that Child Exploitation refers to a child or young person being used for someone else’s gain and that Child exploitation is a form of abuse which can involve sexual, abusive or manipulative behaviour. This course supports practitioners to recognise the indicators and respond appropriately to individuals that are being Exploited. It includes the ‘grooming process’ and how perpetrators manipulate young people into inappropriate relationships and risky behaviours It incorporates the relevant legislation around Exploitation and provides advice on how to support children and young people who have suffered this type of abuse and some excellent resources around Exploitation and who we can signpost to. Aims and Objectives Give an understanding of the scale of the issue CSE and CCE Include a background of exploitation Recognise the stages of grooming Identify the signs of CSE and CCE Recognise the lessons learned from the Rotherham independent Raise awareness of County lines Push Pull Factors Protocols Resources & Links Course Audience All practitioners that engage with Children and Young People in the workplace (sports, education, health and social care, criminal justice, hospitality, retail, Guides/ Scouts, Volunteers etc).
Course Overview This is a training session for people working with Children and Young People who are victims of Sexual Exploitation. This course aims to raise awareness of the differences between Child Sexual Exploitation and other forms of abuse. It will provide learners with an understanding and awareness of the impact and prevalence of sexual exploitation and how victims are identified and targeted. It will outline the stages of grooming and will discuss the lessons learned from the Serious Case Reviews. The course features a range of group work, activities and discussions to enhance learner skill development. The course can be delivered in both a face-to-face or virtual classroom setting. This course offers a blended learning approach including a short scenario, a workbook and infographics to enhance the learning experience. Aims & Objectives Help the learner to differentiate between Sexual Exploitation and other forms of abuse To form an understanding of the scale and prevalence of Sexual Exploitation within society To identify the stages of Grooming To demonstrate an understanding of best practice Course Audience Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Children’s Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Education Workers and Police/ Probation staff
Course Overview This course is designed to improve recording and reporting practices in the health and social care sector. All major high profile serious case reviews have found that recording mistakes were present. The course identifies correct practice and processes for the handling, storing and processing of data including the GDPR legislation and what must be recorded and how by distinguishing the differences between fact, opinion and judgement for professional documentation. It also provides guidance for effective and sufficient reporting of incidents within a care setting. Included also are the positive aspects of recording such as Life story Work which is imperative for identity purposes of the Children and Young People that we work with. Aims & Objectives Describe why reports have to be written Explain the meaning of ‘ethical writing’ Identify what to include in reports Recognise the difference between fact, opinion, judgement and hearsay Display documentation Course Audience This course is designed for Practitioners working with Families or Children and Young People.
Course Overview This course provides progression from the Safeguarding Children Foundation Level Online course. This is a half day classroom-based training session for people working with children and young people. Learners will be encouraged to think about their responsibilities in safeguarding, the process to follow when allegations and disclosures are made and how to respond to poor practice. The course features a range of group work, activities and discussions to enhance learner skill development. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. This course offers a blended learning approach including a short scenario, a workbook, infographics and a classroom style training session. Aims & Objectives Understanding what Safeguarding means in relation to Children Identify why children are vulnerable and what the signs and indicators are Understand how to respond and record and what needs to be reported Identify what poor practice and what unsafe practice looks like Understand how to whistle blow and what this means Introduce the Complaints Procedure and policies in relation to this Course Audience Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Support Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Children’s Support Worker, Nursing Staff, Residential Care Staff, Teachers, Psychologists and Assistants, Nursery Workers
Course Overview The course raises awareness of the risk of young people going missing from care and provides information that the learner can use to help them respond appropriately should a young person in their care go missing. It also highlights their important role in prevention. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. Aims & Objectives Explain the difference between the terms ‘missing from care’ and ‘away from placement without authorisation Identify possible reasons for going missing from care Identify the risks of going missing Identify signs that could indicate a child may go missing Identify factors that could trigger a missing episode Explain your role before, during and after a missing incident Course Audience Residential Care Worker, Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Children’s Centre Practitioners,
Course Overview This course raises awareness of the Infection Control and provides awareness of types of infection, routes of transmission and measures to limit the spread of infection. This online course can be accessed via a range of platforms including IOS and Android, the programme benefits from an animated scenes and activities with ongoing assessment making it engaging and interactive. Aims & Objectives Provide background information on infection control and the importance of public health Discuss legislation and policy relating to infection control Highlight the importance of risk assessment and management in infection control Include the chain of infection and how to break it Enable learners to describe the types of infections, disease, routes of transmission and the principles of infection Include infection control measures related directly to children and vulnerable people and the responsibilities of staff and managers Course Audience This is a cross sector course and will benefit all professional’s, frontline workers and leaders.
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Course Overview This course defines what GDPR is, who it effects and how it affects those who work in the care sector. It explains how to meet GDPR requirements and the rights of an individual over their data. This e-learning session can be accessed via a variety of electronic devices. The programme benefits from narrative scenarios and activities with ongoing assessment making it engaging and interactive. Aims & Objectives Improve your understanding of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Explain the history of GDPR Identify different roles within GDPR Identify the 8 basic rights of an individual Describe GDPR special categories Improve your understanding of GDPR principles Course Audience Adult Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Nursing staff, Adult Day Care/Centre workers, Home Care Staff, Agency staff.
Course Overview This course raises awareness of the dangers of food poisoning, storing and preparing food correctly and preventing contamination. This e-learning session can be accessed via a variety of electronic devices. The programme benefits from narrative scenarios and activities with ongoing assessment making it engaging and interactive. Aims & Objectives Help you to apply good food hygiene practices so that you are able to provide vulnerable adults with food that is safe to eat and won’t make them ill Help you understand what you can do to prevent food poisoning, including the steps you can take Identify ways to maintain cleanliness Describe methods to prevent cross contamination Give you information on storing and heating food at the correct temperature Course Audience Adult Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Nursing staff, Adult Day Care/Centre workers, Home Care Staff, Agency staff
Course Overview This course introduces basic first aid principles, what to do in a variety of emergency situations, how to treat different injuries and where to get help. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. Aims & Objectives Introduce you to the three principles of first aid Explain what a primary survey is Help you recognise the importance of communication Give details of CPR and the recovery position Identify a variety of first aid issues Give information on how to manage different situations Describe what a first aid kit contains Course Audience This is a cross sector course and will benefit all professional’s, frontline workers and leaders.
Course Overview This course covers the appropriate procedure for administering and handling medications, different types of medicines, who can administer medications, side effects, reactions and the rights of those receiving medication. This e-learning session can be accessed via a variety of electronic devices. The programme benefits from narrative scenarios and activities with ongoing assessment making it engaging and interactive. Aims & Objectives Explain the procedures and safe principles of handling medication Explain what needs to be recorded and the MAR chart Describe how to put into practice the ‘RIGHTS’ of medication administration Identify a range of medications, their purposes, route and administration Enable you to understand medication labels Advise on how to store and dispose of medication safely Inform on how to avoid and manage errors Improve your awareness of some common side effects of medication Describe what to do if a Child or Young Person has a severe reaction to medication Course Audience Adult Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Nursing staff, Adult Day Care/Centre workers, Home Care Staff, Agency staff.
Course Overview This course defines professional boundaries and how they apply to the care sector, discusses different scenarios staff may come across, explains what happens when boundaries are broken and how to identify broken boundaries with others. This e-learning session can be accessed via a variety of electronic devices. The programme benefits from narrative scenarios and activities with ongoing assessment making it engaging and interactive. Aims & objectives Explain what professional boundaries are and their importance Discuss why boundaries are broken Provide tips on working with professional boundaries Encourage learners to self-reflect Describe processes to follow when boundaries are crossed Course Audience Adult Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Nursing staff, Adult Day Care/Centre workers, Home Care Staff, Agency staff.
Course Overview This course covers the appropriate procedure for administering and handling medications, different types of medicines, who can administer medications, side effects, reactions and the rights of those receiving medication. This e-learning session can be accessed via a variety of electronic devices. The programme benefits from narrative scenarios and activities with ongoing assessment making it engaging and interactive. Aims & Objectives Explain the procedures and safe principles of handling medication Explain what needs to be recorded and the MAR chart Describe how to put into practice the ‘RIGHTS’ of medication administration Identify a range of medications, their purposes, route and administration Enable you to understand medication labels Advise on how to store and dispose of medication safely Inform on how to avoid and manage errors Improve your awareness of some common side effects of medication Describe what to do if a Child or Young Person has a severe reaction to medication Course Audience Adult Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Nursing staff, Adult Day Care/Centre workers, Home Care Staff, Agency staff.
Course Overview The course provides information on the types of substances the learner may encounter, how to identify them and any effects that may occur from their misuse. It covers situations the learner may have to deal with in the home and how to avoid them. This e-learning session can be accessed via a variety of electronic devices. The programme benefits from narrative scenarios and activities with ongoing assessment making it engaging and interactive. Aims & Objectives Raise your awareness of COSHH and how it affects your workplace Help you identify hazardous substances Help you recognise the labels on household products Give you information to reduce dangers in the home Help your understanding of the need for safe storage Increase your awareness of how to deal with an accident involving hazardous substances Course Audience Adult Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Nursing staff, Adult Day Care/Centre workers, Home Care Staff, Agency staff.
Course Overview This course raises awareness around the causes of fire, the dangers associated and how to prevent fires. Evacuation procedure, the use of safety equipment and policy are also covered. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. Aims & Objectives Improve awareness of the common causes of fire Give you an understanding of appropriate actions to take in the event of a fire Enable you to identify and remove fire hazards Raise your awareness of fire safety equipment and procedures Course Audience Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Children’s Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Education Workers
Course Overview This course introduces basic first aid principles, what to do in a variety of emergency situations, how to treat different injuries and where to get help. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. Aims & Objectives Introduce you to the three principles of first aid Explain what a primary survey is Help you recognise the importance of communication Give details of CPR and the recovery position Identify a variety of first aid issues Give information on how to manage different situations Describe what a first aid kit contains Course Audience This is a cross sector course and will benefit all professional’s, frontline workers and leaders.
Course Overview This course raises awareness of the dangers of food poisoning, storing and preparing food correctly and preventing contamination. This e-learning session can be accessed via a variety of electronic devices. The programme benefits from narrative scenarios and activities with ongoing assessment making it engaging and interactive. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. Aims & Objectives Help you to apply good food hygiene practices so that you are able to provide CYP with food that is safe to eat and won’t make them ill Help you understand what you can do to prevent food poisoning, including the steps you can take Identify ways to maintain cleanliness Describe methods to prevent cross contamination Give you information on storing and heating food at the correct temperature Course Audience Adult Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Nursing staff, Adult Day Care/Centre workers, Home Care Staff, Agency staff
Course Overview This course raises awareness of discrimination in and out of the workplace. The learner will be supported to understand forms of discrimination and how to respond to different types of discrimination. Advice and practical competency tips will be provided to the learner to help them create an inclusive culture within the workplace and also how to promote different diversity needs within the workplace. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. Aims & Objectives Define the terms Equality and Diversity Provide an overview of legislation relating to Equality and Diversity Explain how legislation is implemented in the workplace Provide examples of how Equality and Diversity can be promoted Highlight the importance of dealing with discrimination Understand the importance of prevention Course Audience Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Children’s Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Education Workers
Course Overview The course raises awareness of the risk of young people going missing from care and provides information that the learner can use to help them respond appropriately should a young person in their care go missing. It also highlights their important role in prevention. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms. Aims & Objectives Explain the difference between the terms ‘missing from care’ and ‘away from placement without authorisation Identify possible reasons for going missing from care Identify the risks of going missing Identify signs that could indicate a child may go missing Identify factors that could trigger a missing episode Explain your role before, during and after a missing incident Course Audience Residential Care Worker, Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Children’s Centre Practitioners,
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