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SUMMARY:End of Life CHAMPION - Application
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fees: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £400+VAT | Non-member: £400+VAT \nFour day programme open for applications\nDay 1: 02/11/2026 | Day 2: 09/11/2026 | Day 3: 16/11/2026 | Day 4: 25/11/2026\nAll sessions must be attended \nLead Excellence in Care with HCPA Champions\nEmpower your team by developing experienced colleagues to become HCPA Champions – individuals who influence positive\, high-quality change within their care services. \nWhat is an HCPA Champion?\nA Champion is a trained experienced care professional who drives improvements in care practices\, embeds governance\, and models excellence across the organisation.\nThe programmes equip Champions with the confidence\, tools\, and knowledge to influence change\, support colleagues\, and apply best practice consistently.\nChampions revalidate every two years by evidencing change through action plans\, case studies\, and continuing professional development. \nWhy have Champions?\nCare Managers cannot do everything\, they need support from trusted staff to ensure the service remains compliant with evolving national and local guidance. Champions mentor peers\, influence care delivery\, and maintain elevated care standards through ongoing governance and learning. \nWe suggest care providers have a Champion in each relevant topic area. To ensure quality and focus\, each individual may only be a Champion in up to two topic areas: \nThe End of Life CHAMPION 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 cascade this information amongst care teams\, improving the safety and quality of care for individuals. \nLearning Outcomes:\n• Define the role of an End of Life Care Champion and explain how this role can enhance the quality of care and support within the organisation.\n• Describe relevant local and national guidance on best practice in end of life care.\n• Define the term “governance” and explain its relevance to ensuring safe\, person-centred end of life care.\n• Apply the principles of SMART goal setting to improve care planning and delivery in end of life situations.\n• Differentiate between levels of support available for individuals at the end of life\, including physical\, emotional\, spiritual and cultural needs\, and apply this knowledge to individual care plans.\n• Analyse how errors or lapses in communication\, assessment or intervention can impact end of life care and identify strategies to reduce these risks.\n• Identify individual factors such as symptoms\, co-morbidities\, personal beliefs and preferences that influence care needs\, and analyse their impact on quality of life at the end of life.\n• Evaluate the actions required when a concern or safeguarding issue arises in end of life care\, including correct reporting and recording procedures.\n• Assess the importance of recognising and responding to signs of distress or changes in condition\, and evaluate when and how to escalate care needs.\n• Develop an approach for regular review of end of life care plans that meets best practice requirements\, and design strategies to support individuals and families in managing care with dignity\, comfort and respect. \nFind out more and apply here \nNote – This is an application\, not a booking. If approved\, you will be invited to book.
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/end-of-life-champion-application/
CATEGORIES:Care topics,Champions
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SUMMARY:Music in Herts Dementia Care Champion
DESCRIPTION:     \nCourse fees: Fully funded\nONLY available for Hertfordshire Residential Homes and Day Opportunity services supporting those living with Dementia\nAudience: Current Dementia and Engagement Champions or Equivalent training.  \nThree day course at HCPA Campus\nAll sessions must be attended\nDay 1: 05/11/2026\nDay 2: 06/11/2026\nDay 3: 12/11/2026\nDelegates and Managers should watch this 1 hour Introduction session to fully understand the requirements of the programme WATCH HERE\nFollowing training\, delegates will be observed onsite delivering music sessions\, and attend monthly 1 hour online network sessions \nEntry Requirements – Delegates are required to have existing extended knowledge in dementia (eg HCPA Dementia or Engagement Champion or equivalent.) It is recommendation that each provider books two people to attend. Champions must be in a position to effect change within their service. \nDelegates should also complete this pre-learning prior to attending WATCH HERE \nMusic Therapy has many emotional\, social\, cognitive and physical health benefits. It can help anyone at any given time.\nMusic in dementia care:\n• Promotes verbal and non verbal expression\n• Increases opportunities for meaningful interaction\n• Increases levels of cognitive stimulation\n• Promotes the use of unimpaired cognitive function\n• Enables reminiscence and strengthens self-identity\n• Promotes engagement and communication among residents through social interaction \nBy undertaking this programme\, the delegate and the care organisation commits to deliver work-based learning to share knowledge with wider staff teams\, obtaining consent from participants\, and gathering evidence to support the research project. Champions are also expected to attend monthly online networking sessions to maintain recognition within the programme. \nThe Music in Herts Dementia Care Champion aims to provide delegates with the skills and confidence to embed therapeutic music techniques into dementia care\, improving the quality of life for people living with dementia. Benefits may include improved communication and wellbeing\, reduced anxiety and depression\, increased self-esteem\, cognitive stimulation\, opportunities for reminiscence\, emotional expression\, and connection to cultural identity. \nThe course is co-delivered by HCPA and a Music 24 music therapist. Delegates will gain an in-depth understanding of social care best practice alongside expert advice and demonstrations from a highly experienced music therapist. \nOver three days\, delegates will learn to create personalised music experiences for people living with dementia\, taking into account their musical preferences\, histories\, and cultural backgrounds. Training areas include passive listening to music\, active listening to music\, playing instruments or singing and talking about music.\nLife stories and person-centred approaches are integrated throughout the course to help delegates understand residents’ individual musical journeys. Music is recognised as a valuable tool to support mood and behaviour\, helping care teams embed positive behaviour support approaches.\nDelegates will also learn to use a dedicated toolbox of resources. These include structured session plans with clear instructions to build confidence and facilitate engagement. Session plans will include warm-up exercises\, main activities\, and concluding activities such as singing\, playing instruments\, or movement\, tailored to each resident’s abilities. \nResources – Champions will have access to a resource library of tools\, videos and activity session plans to run in their care service\, in addition to communication tools on how to engage residents\, staff and families\, alongside consent forms. \nPractical activities will involve:\n• Using a variety of instruments\n• Rhythm and pitch exercises\n• Pattern recognition\n• Movement and call-and-response activities\n• Creating personalised playlists to encourage social and cognitive engagement \nDuring the course\, delegates will begin creating music session plans and a personal Champion action plan. These will need to be completed as between days two and three. On day three\, each delegate will deliver a 10-15 minute music session demonstration and receive developmental feedback to support their ongoing progress. \nAfter completing the three-day course\, an in-service follow-up observation will be arranged. This will assess a live music session and review the delegates action plan. This stage also provides further feedback and is when the service can receive formal recognition. Following the course\, Champions will benefit from a monthly support network that promotes collaboration and continuous improvement in dementia care. They will also gain access to a growing library of therapeutic music resources to enhance their practice. \nEquipment – A musical starter pack will be created for each home to allow sessions to start without any delays. This pack will include basic percussion\, scarves and an optional Bluetooth Speaker. Packs will be provided at the end of the final day of training – be sure to arrange adequate transport for collection on the final day. \nLearning Outcomes:\n• Champion music sessions confidently in a number of different ways\n• Understand the many benefits of music therapy\n• Understand how to use music to connect with residents\n• Understand how to apply person-centred approaches to fulfil someone’s music preferences and overcoming mic-conceptions\n• Understand how to integrate music preferences and therapeutic techniques within life stories and general care planning\n• Understand strategies to implement music preferences\n• Identify ways to engage with a group of people with complex needs and abilities\n• Build a rapport with residents and create a welcoming environment that supports the ‘whole person’\n• Have the ability to be compassionate and understanding of everyone’s needs\n• Know how to plan and deliver evidence-based sessions from the selection of resources available.\n• Understand how to cascade to staff through work- time learning sessions\n• Understand ways to evidence impact of music in dementia care\n• Practical observation of the 15-minute session \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/music-in-herts-dementia-care-champion-3/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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SUMMARY:Substance Misuse Crisis Recovery and Implementing Wellness Plans
DESCRIPTION:Course fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £37.50+VAT | Non-member: £75+VAT  \nOne day course at HCPA\nThis course is suitable for organisations supporting individuals who: \n\nHave a mental health need\nHave experienced a crisis\nAre in recovery\nHave a known or suspected substance misuse issue\n\nThis course provides a practical overview of substance misuse\, mental health crisis\, recovery\, and wellness planning. It supports staff to respond confidently and safely to individuals with complex and overlapping needs. \nCo-designed with Change Grow Live Drug and Alcohol Service\, the course explores why people may misuse substances\, the barriers they face\, and how stigma and system challenges can affect access to support. Learners will develop skills to recognise signs and symptoms\, including where these overlap with mental health conditions\, and to raise concerns appropriately. \nThe course also examines the impact of crisis across mental\, emotional\, physical and social domains\, alongside different models of recovery and the distinction between lapse and relapse. \nA key focus is on practical application\, including collaborative working\, harm reduction approaches\, and accessing appropriate services. \nLearners will also explore the principles of wellness planning\, with clear emphasis on enabling individuals to develop and own their own plans to support ongoing wellbeing. \nLearning objectives \n\nUnderstand what is meant by substance misuse\, including types of substances\, their effects\, and how they may be identified\nRecognise signs and symptoms of substance misuse\, including where these may overlap with mental health conditions\nUnderstand the purpose of Naloxone and its role in responding to opioid overdose (for awareness only)\nIdentify barriers to support\, including stigma and system challenges\, and consider approaches to reduce these barriers\nDemonstrate how to raise concerns constructively and work collaboratively with individuals\nUnderstand referral pathways and the role of statutory and non-statutory services\nUnderstand what is meant by crisis and recognise its impact across mental\, emotional\, physical and social domains\nUnderstand different models of recovery\, including personal and clinical recovery\, and the distinction between lapse and relapse\nRecognise the importance of self-management and support networks in recovery\nUnderstand the principles of wellness planning and how to support individuals to develop their own plans\n\n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/substance-misuse-crisis-recovery-and-implementing-wellness-plans-3/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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UID:10002492-1794216600-1794240000@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Catheter Care & Continence Management
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £37.50+VAT | Non-member: £75+VAT  \nOne day course at HCPA Campus\nThis course combines essential knowledge and practical skills in catheter care and continence management\, supporting health and social care staff to deliver safe\, effective and person-centred care. \nThe training explores the purpose\, care and maintenance of urinary catheters\, alongside a broader understanding of continence and how to support individuals experiencing continence difficulties. It focuses on reducing risks\, promoting dignity and improving quality of life for those receiving care. \nThis training is ideal for care staff supporting individuals with urinary catheters and those experiencing continence issues. \nCourse Summary \nThis course covers:\n• What a urinary catheter is and its purpose\n• Basic anatomy and function of the urological system\n• Reasons for catheter use\, including advantages and associated risks\n• Care and maintenance of urethral and suprapubic catheters\n• Infection prevention and reducing catheter associated complications\n• Drainage systems and urine specimen collection\n• Troubleshooting common catheter issues\n• Factors affecting continence and continence management\n• The impact of incontinence on an individual’s wellbeing and dignity\n• Methods for identifying continence needs\n• Strategies and equipment to support continence\n• Monitoring\, recording and reporting continence care\n• The impact of conditions such as dementia\, stroke\, MS and spinal injury on continence\n• Duty of care and person-centred approaches to continence support \nBy the end of this course\, learners will:\n• Understand how to safely manage and maintain urinary catheters\n• Recognise risks associated with catheter use and how to reduce complications\n• Understand the causes and impact of continence issues\n• Apply appropriate strategies to support individuals with continence needs\n• Use equipment and monitoring approaches effectively\n• Deliver person-centred care that promotes dignity\, comfort and wellbeing \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred.
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/catheter-care-continence-management-3/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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UID:10002643-1794218400-1794227400@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Enabling Care for Managers
DESCRIPTION:Course fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £25+VAT | Non-member: £50+VAT  \nHalf day course at HCPA!\n \nThis session will equip managers with the knowledge and tools required to foster an enabling approach to care with their Staff team/s. An enabling approach focusses on implementing the necessary strategies to prevent any potential deterioration\, and on supporting people wherever possible\, to improve\, by gaining independence\, meeting their desired goals\, and ultimately having better health outcomes. \nManagers will learn how to support a shift in culture from performing tasks for individuals to enabling them to do more for themselves\, focusing on principles like empowerment\, positive risk-taking\, and promoting physical\, mental\, and social well-being to improve overall quality of life. \nThey will also learn a variety of Physiotherapist led practical skills\, tips and techniques that support individuals to improve such things as: sit to stand\, mobility\, and positioning\, as well as how to spot early signs of deterioration. \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nProvide an overview of some of the key areas to consider when embedding an Enabling Care Approach.\nConfidently promote and support Staff with Enabling tools\, tips and techniques.\nEmpower those delivering care to question where they are enabling or potentially disabling individuals with every day practice.\n\n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/enabling-care-for-managers/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics,Prevention & Enablement
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DTSTAMP:20260814T090343Z
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UID:10002617-1794304800-1794326400@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Care Planning and Risk Assessment - Extended Knowledge
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £112.50+VAT | Non-member: £225+VAT  \nThree day course at HCPA Campus\nDay 1: 10/11/2026\nDay 2: 17/11/2026\nDay 3: 18/11/2026\n\nCourse Overview \nThis three-day extended knowledge course supports care staff to strengthen their understanding and practical skills in assessment\, care planning\, and risk management. Ideal for senior care staff or those in lead roles\, the course covers the full care planning journey\, from initial assessment through to daily delivery\, risk assessment\, and quality assurance. \nThis course is aligned with the Workforce Development Pathway under:\n• Care or Support Worker – Established in their role with consolidated skills and experience\n• Enhanced Care Worker – Delegated healthcare activities and/or condition-specific support \nEntry Requirements\nLearners must be responsible for care planning activities in their services. \nCourse structure \nDay 1 – Laying the Foundations\nFocuses on pre-admission information gathering\, referral and funding pathways\, and planning for a smooth transition into care. Learners will explore the principles of person-centred assessment and how different conditions and needs influence planning. Key safeguarding\, human rights\, and service agreement considerations are also covered. \nDay 2 – Care Planning and Risk in Practice\nAn interactive workshop day where learners apply learning to develop real-life care plans and SMART outcomes. The session explores how to manage fluctuating needs\, balance risk and choice\, and create clear\, practical risk assessments that reflect daily care delivery and mental capacity principles. \nDay 3 – Reviewing and Improving Quality\nCovers quality assurance\, record-keeping\, and the use of tools such as ABC charts and incident logs. Learners will learn to evaluate and update care plans\, reflect on lessons from incidents\, and understand the role of supervision\, digital tools\, and co-production in maintaining safe\, high-quality care. \nLearning outcomes:\n\nDay 1:\n•Explain the importance of effective information gathering and assessment.\n•Describe referral pathways\, funding options\, and the role of brokerage.\n•Outline the legal and safeguarding principles that underpin assessment and care planning.\n•Identify the key considerations when assessing and accepting a care package.\n•Describe how to support a safe and person-centred transition into care. \nDay 2:\n•Explain the principles of consent\, mental capacity\, and best-interest decision-making.\n•Describe the features of effective\, person-centred care plans.\n•Identify approaches to capturing communication\, culture\, preferences\, and individual outcomes within care plans.\n•Outline how meaningful goals and outcomes can be developed\, monitored\, and reviewed.\n•Explain how choice\, independence\, and risk can be balanced through positive risk-taking and effective risk assessment. \nDay 3:\n•Explain how monitoring tools and records provide evidence of outcomes\, wellbeing\, and changing needs.\n•Identify when care plans and risk assessments require review\, escalation\, or reassessment.\n•Describe the principles of co-production and meaningful involvement in care planning and decision-making.\n•Outline the purpose of advance care planning and the documentation that supports future decisions.\n•Explain how audits\, learning\, and quality assurance processes support continuous improvement in care. \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred.
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/care-planning-and-risk-assessment-extended-knowledge-2/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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UID:10002635-1794391200-1794412800@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Introduction to Positive Behaviour Support
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Full Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate Member: £37.50+VAT | ACE Member: £50+VAT | Non-member: £75+VAT \nOne day course at HCPA Campus\nThis course provides delegates with an awareness of Positive Behaviour Support.\nDelegates will learn why the behaviour of concern occurs and how to avoid triggers.\nProactive and reactive interventions will be explored\, discussing how following PBS plans can enable better outcomes and quality of life for the individual they support. \nLearning objectives:\n• Explain principles and values that underpin PBS including human rights.\n• Describe reasons behaviours of concern occur.\n• Recognise proactive and reactive interventions.\n• Explain importance of tracking behaviour \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/introduction-to-positive-behaviour-support-2/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261111T153000
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UID:10002640-1794405600-1794411000@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Depression care pathway
DESCRIPTION:Course fees: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: Not available | Non-member: Not available \n1.5 hour session via Virtual Classroom \nDepression has historically been a long-misunderstood condition\, with there being a significant variance in the way clinicians have diagnosed and treated its symptoms. This has led to\, in many respects an inefficient treatment offer to patients. The NHS’ new Depression Care Pathway seeks to identify\, treat and review cases of depression more thoroughly. \nThis course provides both an overview of depressions to remind learners of the overall breadth of the condition\, types\, symptoms\, frequency and severity and touches upon some key areas of the new pathway. \nDelegates will understand the difference between a low mood and depression\, new severity classifications\, risk factor that make some individuals more prone\, and consider a very broad range of symptoms. \nDelegates will also understand how stigma can play a role in both identifying and treating depression and understand what is meant by treatment resistant depression. \nComparisons will be draw between the (historical) stepped care approach and the new matched care model\, including treatment options available depending upon depression severity classification. Delegates will understand the new care pathway targets and how these relate to their work\, including touching upon the pathway itself. Delegates will understand the PHQ2 and PHQ9 assessment tools\, and will explore relapse prevention techniques. \nWhilst the pathway is for clinicians to follow\, it is important for delegates to be aware of\, as this will help to inform their practice and support individuals they work with through the process and treatment paths available to the individual. \nLearning objectives:\n• To ultimately improve knowledge of a new health care pathway to identify\, treat and review individuals with depression. \n• Understand prevalence of depression\, and its difference from low mood \n• Types of depression and new severity classification. \n• Understand causes\, symptoms and stigma associated with depression. \n• Understand treatment resistant depression and Identify relevant NICE targets. \n• Understand matched care model\, and treatment options. \n• Cover the stages of the pathway\, expectations and tools used to assess and monitor depression. \n• Identify ways to promote relapse prevention. \n\n \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/depression-care-pathway-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Classroom
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261112T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261112T160000
DTSTAMP:20260814T132323Z
CREATED:20260814T132323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T132323Z
UID:10002650-1794477600-1794499200@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Mental Capacity - Extended Knowledge
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £75+VAT | Non-member: £150+VAT\n \nTwo day course at HCPA Campus\nDay 1: 12/11/2026\nDay 2: 13/11/2026\n\nCourse Overview \nThis advanced-level course is designed to equip adult care professionals with in-depth knowledge and practical skills to confidently navigate and apply the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) in a wide range of care settings. With a focus on legal compliance\, ethical decision-making\, and person-centred care\, this course builds on foundational understanding to support professionals in delivering care that respects autonomy\, protects rights\, and promotes dignity. \nLearners will explore the historical context and significance of the MCA\, including its roots in human rights law\, and gain a comprehensive understanding of its core principles\, legal frameworks\, and practical applications. The course provides clarity on what constitutes mental capacity\, who is responsible for assessing it\, and how decisions should be made lawfully\, ethically\, and in a person’s best interests. \nLearners will also examine complex areas such as Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)\, Advanced Decisions\, the lawful use of restraint under section 6(4) of the MCA\, and the evolving landscape of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)\, including the anticipated changes under Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS). \nThis course is aligned with the Workforce Development Pathway under:\n• Care or Support Worker – Established in their role with consolidated skills and experience\n• Enhanced Care Worker – Delegated healthcare activities and/or condition-specific support \nLearning objectives: \n• Demonstrate a practical understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005\, including its key principles\, purpose\, and scope.\n• Explain the importance of promoting autonomy.\n• Confidently apply the five statutory principles of the MCA 2005\, supporting individuals with decision-making and promoting best practice.\n• Explore roles and responsibilities in decision-making under the MCA\, and how to work collaboratively with others.\n• Explore the legal definition of “restraint” under section 6(4) of the MCA 2005.\n• Explore the connections between the Mental Capacity Act\, the Human Rights Act 1998\, and the CQC’s standards for quality and safety\, and apply this understanding to protect people who use our services rights and dignity. \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred.
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/mental-capacity-extended-knowledge-2/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260814T105450Z
CREATED:20260814T105450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T105450Z
UID:10002644-1794909600-1794931200@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Keeping People Moving - Preventing Long-Term Bed Care and Contractures
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £37.50+VAT | Non-member: £75+VAT  \nOne day course at HCPA Campus\n \nMany people gradually spend increasing amounts of time in bed due to illness\, reduced mobility\, frailty\, pain\, or changes in their health. Without early intervention\, this can lead to loss of independence\, increased care needs\, reduced quality of life\, and the development of contractures. \nThis practical course will help care staff identify the early signs that someone may be at risk of becoming dependent on long-term bed care and explore simple\, realistic strategies to maintain mobility\, comfort\, posture\, and engagement. Participants will learn how small changes in daily care\, positioning\, seating\, activity\, and goal setting can make a significant difference in preventing avoidable decline. \nThe session will also cover the impact of contractures\, how to support people who have developed them\, and how to provide safe\, person-centred care when long-term bed care becomes necessary. \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the impact and risks of long-term bed care management.\nRecognise the factors that increase the risk bed care.\nExplain how to prevent the risk of being cared for in bed through: Simple Seating\, Activity and Posture\, Goals\, actions\, and evidence\nUnderstand the impact of contractures and how to support people who have developed them.\nExplain how to support people when long term bed care is necessary.\n\n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/keeping-people-moving-preventing-long-term-bed-care-and-contractures-2/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics,Prevention & Enablement
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T132806Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T132806Z
UID:10002638-1794996000-1795017600@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Safeguarding & Capacity
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £37.50+VAT | Non-member: £75+VAT  \nOne day course at HCPA Campus\nThis course covers the key principles of safeguarding and an individuals rights regarding capacity. It identifies different types of abuse\, along with the signs and symptoms that might indicate abuse is occurring. It considers when individuals might be particularly vulnerable to abuse and what a care professional must do if abuse is suspected or alleged. \nLearning objectives:\n• Recognise signs and symptoms of abuse\n• Summarise how to respond to suspected or alleged abuse\n• Identify the national and local context of safeguarding and protection from abuse\n• Recognise ways to reduce the likelihood of abuse\n• Explain how to recognise and report unsafe practices\n• Recognise the principles of Mental Capacity and how this relates to effective safeguarding \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred.
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/safeguarding-capacity-5/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261124T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261124T123000
DTSTAMP:20260814T105806Z
CREATED:20260814T105806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T105806Z
UID:10002645-1795514400-1795523400@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Falls and Frailty Risk Assessment and Outcome Measures for Managers
DESCRIPTION:Course fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £25+VAT | Non-member: £50+VAT \nHalf day course at HCPA Mundells Campus!\n \nA session for Care Managers exploring how HCPA resources can support you to ensure Falls Risk Assessments are robust.  \nYou will look at evidence-based falls and frailty interventions\, and you will also discuss the importance of early frailty identification and assessment within your care setting.  \nYou will also consider the use of Outcome Measures to monitor individuals’ progress or deterioration.  \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nConfidently use HCPA resources within their organisation to support more robust Falls Risk Assessments.\nIdentify the risk of frailty using evidence-based assessment tools.\nUnderstand the purpose of Outcome Measures and implement these within their service.\n\n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/falls-and-frailty-risk-assessment-and-outcome-measures-for-managers-2/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics,Prevention & Enablement
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261124T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T132601Z
CREATED:20260813T132601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T132601Z
UID:10002637-1795514400-1795536000@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Dementia - Person-centred Support Care Strategies
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £37.50+VAT | Non-member: £75+VAT  \nOne day course at HCPA \nEntry requirements: Prior to attending this course\, delegates must have completed the pre-learning module Introduction to Prevalence and Types of Dementia \nThis course provides all staff with essential knowledge and skills for supporting individuals with dementia. Participants recap material from pre-learning regarding the types and prevalence of dementia and engage in practical care strategies focusing on effective communication\, care planning\, incorporating life stories\, and achieving positive outcomes. The session includes an introduction to Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) and highlights the importance of using the dementia checklist in daily practice. \nLearning objectives:\n• Describe the critical role of person-centred support and the principles that underpin good practice.\n• Explain the significance of personalisation tools\, advanced care planning\, and lifework history in enabling people living with Dementia to live well.\n• Understand the fundamentals of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and how to implement behaviour support interventions for people living with Dementia\n• Understand the importance of effective communication in Dementia care and recognise the relationship between communication\, interaction\, and behaviour.\n• Describe the value of effective collaboration and involvement of families\, support networks\, and community services in the care and support of people living with Dementia. \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/dementia-person-centred-support-care-strategies-4/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261124T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260814T111456Z
CREATED:20260814T111456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T111456Z
UID:10002646-1795514400-1795536000@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Promoting Independence with Equipment and Small Aids-Awareness session
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £37.50+VAT | Non-member: £75+VAT  \nOne day course at HCPA Campus\n \nThis session will increase care staff’s awareness of the wide range of equipment\, small aids\, and adaptations available to support people with everyday activities\, improve comfort\, and promote independence. Delegates will explore both commonly used and less familiar equipment\, including solutions such as Wendyletts\, turning systems\, adaptive equipment\, and other practical aids that can make a significant difference to a person’s daily life. It will also focus on when to spot if equipment is no longer safe for a person concerning sling sizes and ability therefore knowing when to make referrals to the Community Occupational Therapy teams. \nThe session is not designed to replace moving and handling training. Instead\, it focuses on helping staff recognise the equipment that is available\, understand its purpose and limitations\, identify whe current equipment may no longer be appropriate\, and know when specialist advice or assessment should be sought. \nParticipants will also gain an understanding of referral pathways to Occupational Therapy\, Physiotherapy\, Wheelchair Services\, and other relevant services\, ensuring people receive the right support at the right time. \nThis session is particularly beneficial for senior care staff\, team leaders\, and any staff members who regularly identify equipment needs or complete referrals\, helping them feel more confident in recognising appropriate solutions and accessing the right services. \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to:  \nRecognise a wide range of equipment\, small aids\, and adaptations that can support comfort\, safety\, independence\, and participation in everyday activities.\nIdentify opportunities where equipment may benefit the people they support and understand when to consider discussing or requesting further assessment.\nExplain the purpose\, limitations\, and key safety considerations of commonly used equipment\, recognising when further advice or specialist moving and handling support is required.\nRecognise when existing equipment\, such as slings\, stand aids\, transfer equipment\, or seating\, may no longer be appropriate and requires review or reassessment.\nIdentify when specialist assessment is required and understand the referral pathways to Occupational Therapy\, Physiotherapy\, Wheelchair Services\, and other relevant services.\nApply a person-centred approach when recognising equipment needs\, ensuring individuals receive the right support\, at the right time\, from the right professional. \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/promoting-independence-with-equipment-and-small-aids-awareness-session/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics,Prevention & Enablement
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T160000
DTSTAMP:20260814T135415Z
CREATED:20260814T135415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T135415Z
UID:10002655-1795600800-1795622400@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Infection Prevention and Control Essentials
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £37.50+VAT | Non-member: £75+VAT \nOne day course at HCPA Campus\nThe aim of the course is to provide Care professionals with a baseline level of knowledge of the principles of infection prevention control in the care setting.\nThe course is suitable for any staff working in the care sector either as an introduction to IPC or as a refresher of existing knowledge. \nLearning objectives:\n• Identify causes of infection\, how infections are spread and how to break the chain of infection\n• Identify the standard infection prevention control precautions and how these relate to practice\n• Explain the importance of correct hand hygiene and the steps of effective hand hygiene\n• Demonstrate correct PPE selection and donning and doffing technique\n• Describe the importance of recognising soft signs of infection \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred.
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/infection-prevention-and-control-essentials-3/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T123000
DTSTAMP:20260814T112453Z
CREATED:20260814T112453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T112453Z
UID:10002647-1795687200-1795696200@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Rare Dementias - an Insight
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £25+VAT | Non-member: £50+VAT  \nHalf day virtual course via MS Teams \nThis course aims to provide attendees an introduction to rare dementia. This will include a brief overview of some rare types of dementia and what impact these dementias may have on how you support and care for someone living with one of these types of Dementia. \nThis course meets the following HCC dementia care standards:\n• Person Centred care\n• Responsive support to changing Dependency\n• Carer and family involvement\n• Respect and dignity\n• Effective communication\n• Skills and Competence\n• Supportive Environment\n• Collaborative MDT Working \nLearning objectives:\n• To raise awareness of rare dementias\n• To have a basic understanding of a range of different rare dementias\n• To understand the impact of these dementias on an individual and their families\n• To be aware of the unique needs of people living with a rare dementia\n• To increase knowledge in how best to provide care and support for individuals with a rare dementa\n• To be aware of where to go for further advice and support \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/rare-dementias-an-insight-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Classroom
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T153000
DTSTAMP:20260814T113050Z
CREATED:20260814T113050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T113050Z
UID:10002648-1795701600-1795707000@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Understanding the 3Ds - Depression Dementia and Delirium
DESCRIPTION:Course fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £10+VAT | Non-member: £20+VAT \n1.5 hour online session via Virtual Classroom\n\nThis course supports care staff to develop a clear understanding of depression\, dementia\, and delirium in older people\, often referred to as the three Ds. It focuses on recognising similarities and differences between these conditions and the risks of diagnostic overshadowing\, including the potential impact on safety\, wellbeing\, and quality of care. \nThe course aims to build staff confidence in spotting early signs of change\, understanding when concerns may indicate delirium or depression rather than dementia progression\, and knowing how and when to escalate concerns. Early recognition and appropriate response are key to improving outcomes for people using services. \nEntry Requirements: Learners should have completed their staff induction and have basic awareness of dementia as a minimum. \nLearning Outcomes:\nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to:\n• Understand the similarities and differences between dementia\, delirium\, and depression\n• Recognise the risks associated with diagnostic overshadowing and how to avoid it in practice\n• Identify early signs and symptoms of delirium and understand what action to take if it is suspected\n• Be aware of the risk of suicide and self-harm in older people\n• Understand the importance of timely escalation and seeking appropriate clinical support\n• Know where to go for help and support if concerned about a change in a resident or service user’s presentation \nStandards mapping\nThis course is mapped to the new dementia care standards:\n• Person-centred care\n• Responsive support for changing dependency\n• Skills and competence\n• Comprehensive health care\n• Collaborative multidisciplinary working \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/understanding-the-3ds-depression-dementia-and-delirium-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Classroom
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261127T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261127T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T102339Z
CREATED:20260813T102339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T102339Z
UID:10002618-1795773600-1795795200@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Dementia - Extended Knowledge
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £75+VAT | Non-member: £150+VAT \nTwo day course at HCPA Campus\nDay 1: 27/11/2026\nDay 2: 30/11/2026 \nCourse Overview\nThis two-day extended knowledge course is aimed at care professionals who have been in their role for at least 6 months and already have a strong foundation in dementia care. It explores how to support people with dementia in a more skilled and responsive way\, in line with person-centred frameworks and national best practice. The course includes an introduction to positive behaviour support planning. \nThis course is aligned with the Workforce Development Pathway under:\n• Care or Support Worker – Established in their role with consolidated skills and experience\n• Enhanced Care Worker – Delegated healthcare activities and/or condition-specific support \nEntry Requirements\nLearners must have completed the Dementia Person Centred Support Care Strategies course or equivalent. \nLearning objectives:\n• Understand types and progression of dementia\n• Promote early diagnosis and advance care planning\n• Apply the Mental Capacity Act and support informed decision-making\n• Encourage risk-positive care\n• Explore appropriate use of medication in dementia care\n• Support prevention and enablement approaches\n• Deliver person-centred dementia care\n• Understand memory\, sensory loss\, and communication needs\n• Create dementia-friendly environments\n• Respond to behaviours of distress and apply positive behaviour strategies \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred.
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/dementia-extended-knowledge-2/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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