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May 2022
Advance Care Planning at the End of Life – Cohort 1
Half day course via Zoom All sessions unless stated otherwise are suitable for all levels of staff who are working in older people and Adult Disability care services within residential, nursing or homecare environments. Learning objectives: • To identify what is included as part of advance care planning • To recognise the importance of treatment escalation planning • To consider the importance of person centred advance care planning • To gain confidence in discussing wishes and preferences with clients •…
Find out more »Mental Health Awareness (Accredited) – Cohort 1
One day course via Zoom Coursework must be completed within agreed timeframes (T&C's apply), and upon successful completion, delegates will receive an accredited unit certificate in this subject. This course explores what is meant by the term 'mental health' and considers the definition and causes of mental health difficulties. Learners will explore common perceptions of mental health difficulties and how stereotyping can affect people's perceptions. They will develop knowledge of the rights of those who experience mental health difficulties and…
Find out more »Principles of Safeguarding and Protection (Accredited) – Cohort 3
One day course at HCPA Campus Coursework must be completed within agreed timeframes (T&C's apply), and upon successful completion, delegates will receive an accredited unit certificate in this subject. This course identifies different types of abuse and the signs and symptoms that might indicate abuse is occurring. It considers when individuals might be particularly vulnerable to abuse and what a learner must do if abuse is suspected or alleged Learning objectives: • Recognise signs and symptoms of abuse • Summarise…
Find out more »Conflict Management: A guide for Leaders – Cohort 1
Half day course via Zoom This course is suitable for anyone who has line management responsibility or wishes to improve their mediation skills Conflict can occur in any organisation and between all types of people. Solving conflict that satisfies staff and service users is essential in creating and maintaining a positive working environment This course gives managers and supervisors the skills to prevent, defuse and resolve conflict that occurs in their setting. Learning objectives: • Recognise the different types and…
Find out more »Time management for Leaders – Cohort 1
Half day course via Zoom This course is best suited for all managers/ seniors or supervisors who have direct line reports The course will aid learners in identifying their “Thieves of time”, analysing and prioritising their task responsibilities and provide practical tools to manage time more effectively Learning objectives: • Balance an open door policy with actioning important strategic task • Prioritise and manage your workload using effective techniques • Work effectively with others to achieve optimal results • Support…
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Team Leading (Accredited) – Cohort 3
Three day course at HCPA Campus All sessions must be attended and coursework completed within agreed timeframes (T&C's apply), and upon successful completion, delegates will receive an accredited unit certificate in this subject. Day 1: 01/06/2022 Day 2: 07/06/2022 Day 3: 08/06/2022 This course is aimed at care staff who are either progressing, or wish to progress to a Team Leader position. It is also useful for those already newly appointed to the role of Supervisor/Team Leader This course will…
Find out more »Preventing deterioration – Basic Health Observations for Care Home staff – Cohort 3
Half day course via Zoom This course is aimed at staff working in care homes. Basic health observations are measurements taken to monitor the health of individuals such as blood pressure, heart rate or temperature. The Restore 2 tool is a framework that care professionals can work against to ensure a structured response to the unwell individual. This will enable care homes to identify early identification of deterioration which will enable them to maintain good outcomes for their individuals, work…
Find out more »Care Home Medication CHAMPION – Cohort 1
Four day course at HCPA Campus All sessions must be attended and coursework completed within agreed timeframes (T&C's apply), and upon successful completion, delegates will become an approved Champion in this subject area. Day 1: 06/06/2022 Day 2: 13/06/2022 Day 3: 20/06/2022 Day 4: 27/06/2022 This course will enable Care professionals to take on the role of Champion within their organisation for this topic. The Champion will have a clear understanding of local and national guidance and legislation for and…
Find out more »Moving People Safely – Refresher (Accredited) – Cohort 5
One day course at HCPA Campus Upon successful completion, delegates will receive an accredited unit certificate in this subject. This course is suitable for those who need refresher training in the safe moving and handling principles of moving and assisting people. If you work in health and social care, it is likely you will have to move or handle people as part of your role. Often this will involve the use of specialist equipment such as sliding aids, hoists, slings…
Find out more »Care CertificatePLUS (Accredited) – Cohort 8
This course is part-funded with a charge of £60 per delegate. 5 day course PLUS 2 optional days All sessions must be attended and coursework completed within agreed timeframes (T&C's apply), and upon successful completion, delegates will also receive an accredited qualification certificate in this subject. Day 1: 07/06/2022 Day 2: 08/06/2022 Day 3: 09/06/2022 Day 4: 13/06/2022 Day 5: 14/06/2022 Optional days at HCPA (practical sessions): Day 6: 15/06/2022 (Moving & Assisting) Day 7: 16/06/2022 (Basic Life Support &…
Find out more »End of Life – Advance Care Planning CHAMPION – Cohort 1
Four day course via Zoom All sessions must be attended and coursework completed within agreed timeframes (T&C's apply), and upon successful completion, delegates will become an approved Champion in this subject area. Day 1: 07/06/2022 Day 2: 09/06/2022 Day 3: 13/06/2022 Day 4: 15/06/2022 This course will enable Care professionals to take on the role of Champion within their organisation for this topic. The Champion will have a clear understanding of local and national guidance and legislation for and will…
Find out more »Preventing Deterioration – Basic Health Observations for Care Home Leaders – Cohort 2
One day course at HCPA Campus This course is aimed at Leaders in Care Homes. This course supports managers and leaders within a care organisation to upskill on the governance processes of basic health observations in order to embed and sustain the outcomes of the session. To offer education in basic health observations based on Restore 2 to improve knowledge and skills for care managers and leaders. This will enable Care Homes to identify early identification of deterioration which will…
Find out more »Care Planning principles and practice (Accredited) – Cohort 2
Two day course via Zoom All sessions must be attended and coursework completed within agreed timeframes (T&C's apply), and upon successful completion, delegates will receive an accredited unit certificate in this subject. Day 1: 08/06/2022 Day 2: 09/06/2022 This course provides learners with knowledge and understanding of the principles and processes of person-centred thinking, planning and reviews. Learning objectives: • Understand the principles and practice of person-centred thinking, planning and reviews • Understand the context within which person-centred thinking and…
Find out more »Medication Governance for Managers– Homecare – Cohort 3
Half day course via Zoom The aim of this course is to provide an understanding of the governance processes for medication administration in the setting. It is suitable for managers and leaders of care providers interested in expanding their skills and knowledge on safe medicine administration in their organisation. Learning objectives: • Understand the legislation and guidance underpinning medication governance and how you can embed this using the medication standards document • Ensure the service understands and is meeting the…
Find out more »Mental Capacity Awareness for Care staff – Cohort 1
Half day course. You choose, either join us at HCPA Campus or via Zoom. This course is designed to give an awareness of how the Mental Capacity Act protects and restores power to those vulnerable people who may lack capacity to make certain decisions. The course will identify how the Mental Capacity Act supports those who have capacity and choose to plan for their future. Learning objectives: • Outline the fundamentals of the Mental Capacity Act 2005. • Describe the…
Find out more »Chair Based Exercises (Accredited) – Cohort 3
Four day course at HCPA Campus All sessions must be attended and coursework completed within agreed timeframes (T&C's apply), and upon successful completion, delegates will receive an accredited unit certificate in this subject. Day 1: 13/06/2022 Day 2: 15/06/2022 Day 3: 20/06/2022 Day 4: 22/06/2022 Chair Based Exercises include a range of seated exercises that can be adapted to an individual’s abilities or goals. You will also understand the impact of ageing and the importance of a person-centred approach when…
Find out more »Falls assessment and prevention (Accredited) – Cohort 1
Two day course at HCPA Campus All sessions must be attended and coursework completed within agreed timeframes (T&C's apply), and upon successful completion, delegates will receive an accredited unit certificate in this subject. Day 1: 14/06/2022 Day 2: 21/06/2022 This 2-day accredited course aims to improve learner’s awareness and understanding of falls prevention within their care setting. Learners are able to assess for falls, monitor and manage individuals’ risk of falls. Learners will explore the evidence-based interventions to reduce the…
Find out more »Moving and Handling Governance for Managers – Cohort 2
Half day course via Zoom This half day course will train managers and leaders across all care settings to improve the governance of Moving and handling. Attendees will be sent a Moving and Handling Toolkit, with strategy ideas, competency forms, information about liability and more. These will be sent ahead of time to be completed for, and reviewed during the session. In this session we will look at creating new policies, procedures, competencies, and how to ensure auditing is being…
Find out more »Positive Behaviour Support for Management Teams – Cohort 1
One day course. You choose, either join us at HCPA Campus or via Zoom This course is suitable for management teams. It will focus on the implementation and delivery of PBS in Residential, Supported Living settings and Care Home settings. The session supports understanding and implementation of PBS practice at a higher level of the organisation. It aims to enable management teams to explore the significance of Behaviour Support Plans, the importance of quality assurance in PBS practice, and the…
Find out more »Medication Governance for Leaders – Care Home – Cohort 3
Half day course via Zoom The aim of this course is to provide an understanding of the governance processes for medication administration in the care home setting. It is suitable for managers and leaders of care providers interested in expanding their skills and knowledge on safe medicine administration in their organisation. Learning objectives: • Understand the legislation and guidance underpinning medication governance and how you can embed this using the medication standards document • Ensure the service understands and is…
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