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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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261124T160000
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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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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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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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T163000
DTSTAMP:20260817T103251Z
CREATED:20260813T115422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T103251Z
UID:10002628-1795685400-1795710600@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability & Autism (Tier 2)
DESCRIPTION:    \nCourse fee: £75+VAT\nThis course is eligible for funding re-imbursement via the Learning & Development Support Scheme (LDSS). More information can be found here\n\nOne day course at HCPA Campus\nThis course is suitable for staff providing direct care or making decisions across all adult care settings \nUnder the Health and Care Act 2022 all CQC-regulated providers must ensure their staff receive training in learning disability and autism that is appropriate to their role.\nThis is supported by the Oliver McGowan Code of Practice\, which sets out how to meet this legal duty. \n\nThis applies to all services\nEven if your service does not currently support autistic people or people with a learning disability\, this requirement still applies.\nPeople with learning disabilities and autistic people may use a wide range of services\, including general\, older people’s\, and non-specialist settings. In some cases\, individuals may not have a formal diagnosis or may not have disclosed it. Therefore\, all staff must be equipped with the knowledge and skills to provide safe\, respectful\, and inclusive care. \nThe Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training is the government’s preferred training of meaningful training for health and social care staff on learning disabilities and autism.\nThe Tier 2 course is co-delivered by trainers with lived experience and covers: \n\nAvoiding diagnostic overshadowing\nCommon co-occurring conditions\nLegal frameworks (Mental Capacity Act\, Human Rights Act\, Autism Act\, Equality Act)\nReasonable adjustments\, including hospital passports\nAppropriate DNACPR application\nProfessional culture\, biases\, and their impact\nAccessible communication\nUnderstanding and responding to individuals and families\nAsk Listen Do framework\nLearning from LeDeR\n\nPrior to attending\, delegates must have completed the e-learning module which can be found here\nPlease note this is managed on the national platform “e-learning for healthcare” and is not managed by HCPA. You will need to have an account or register for one. Guidance and support can be found here \nSome content may be sensitive or distressing. If impacted\, please discuss this with your employer and seek appropriate support.\nWatch this powerful animation about The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training \n*Please note: This course carries a course fee regardless of membership.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training. No refund will be offered.\nSee Terms & Conditions for cancellation periods.
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/the-oliver-mcgowan-mandatory-training-on-learning-disability-autism-tier-2-27/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics,Oliver McGowan
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T123000
DTSTAMP:20260814T112453Z
CREATED:20260814T112453Z
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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:20261126T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T160000
DTSTAMP:20260929T154413Z
CREATED:20260929T154413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T154413Z
UID:10002691-1795687200-1795708800@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Mental Health - 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: 26/11/2026\nDay 2: 27/11/2026 \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 mental health conditions. The course focuses on specific diagnoses and how to support individuals in their recovery and treatment. It will cover available treatment options\, including medication\, and explore how these can be effectively integrated into social care to promote best practice. \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• Establish some common mental health issues and what signs we may see\n• Learn how to support people in recovery\n• Look at possible medication side effects including anti-psychotics\n• How to meet the needs of people with a mental health condition in a person-centred way\n• Learn how to navigate difficult mental health related conversations and scenarios (including PBS)\n• Compare and contrast evidence-based psychotherapeutic approaches (e.g.\, CBT and psychodynamic therapy etc) for various mental health conditions. \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-health-extended-knowledge/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T153000
DTSTAMP:20260925T084752Z
CREATED:20260814T113050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T084752Z
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261130T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261130T163000
DTSTAMP:20260817T103347Z
CREATED:20260813T115538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T103347Z
UID:10002629-1796031000-1796056200@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability & Autism (Tier 2)
DESCRIPTION:    \nCourse fee: £75+VAT\nThis course is eligible for funding re-imbursement via the Learning & Development Support Scheme (LDSS). More information can be found here\n\nOne day course at HCPA Campus\nThis course is suitable for staff providing direct care or making decisions across all adult care settings \nUnder the Health and Care Act 2022 all CQC-regulated providers must ensure their staff receive training in learning disability and autism that is appropriate to their role.\nThis is supported by the Oliver McGowan Code of Practice\, which sets out how to meet this legal duty. \n\nThis applies to all services\nEven if your service does not currently support autistic people or people with a learning disability\, this requirement still applies.\nPeople with learning disabilities and autistic people may use a wide range of services\, including general\, older people’s\, and non-specialist settings. In some cases\, individuals may not have a formal diagnosis or may not have disclosed it. Therefore\, all staff must be equipped with the knowledge and skills to provide safe\, respectful\, and inclusive care. \nThe Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training is the government’s preferred training of meaningful training for health and social care staff on learning disabilities and autism.\nThe Tier 2 course is co-delivered by trainers with lived experience and covers: \n\nAvoiding diagnostic overshadowing\nCommon co-occurring conditions\nLegal frameworks (Mental Capacity Act\, Human Rights Act\, Autism Act\, Equality Act)\nReasonable adjustments\, including hospital passports\nAppropriate DNACPR application\nProfessional culture\, biases\, and their impact\nAccessible communication\nUnderstanding and responding to individuals and families\nAsk Listen Do framework\nLearning from LeDeR\n\nPrior to attending\, delegates must have completed the e-learning module which can be found here\nPlease note this is managed on the national platform “e-learning for healthcare” and is not managed by HCPA. You will need to have an account or register for one. Guidance and support can be found here \nSome content may be sensitive or distressing. If impacted\, please discuss this with your employer and seek appropriate support.\nWatch this powerful animation about The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training \n*Please note: This course carries a course fee regardless of membership.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training. No refund will be offered.\nSee Terms & Conditions for cancellation periods.
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/the-oliver-mcgowan-mandatory-training-on-learning-disability-autism-tier-2-28/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics,Oliver McGowan
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261202T160000
DTSTAMP:20261002T124123Z
CREATED:20261002T124123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T124123Z
UID:10002704-1796205600-1796227200@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Safeguarding - 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: 02/12/2026\nDay 2: 10/12/2026\n\nCourse Overview\nExtending Knowledge for Confident\, Collaborative Practice\nThis advanced safeguarding course is designed for care professionals who want to deepen their understanding and enhance their ability to protect adults at risk. Building on foundational knowledge\, the course explores the principles of adult safeguarding in greater depth and emphasises confident\, informed decision-making and effective multi-agency collaboration.\nLearners will gain the skills and insight needed to identify signs of abuse or neglect\, respond appropriately to concerns\, and navigate the complexities of safeguarding legislation and local policy. Through practical guidance this course supports learners in recognising unsafe practices and taking the right action to protect those in their care. \nIdeal for those in adult care roles at all levels\, this course encourages proactive\, partnership-based safeguarding that puts the wellbeing of the people that we support at the centre.\nCat C – following/promoting best practice/ supporting colleagues with additional knowledge \nReporting to/ guided by Champ & Manager Awareness of roles and responsibilities – processes and policies \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• Understand the principles of adult safeguarding and their importance in promoting the wellbeing and safety of individuals at risk.\n• Promoting best practice to enable and empower all colleagues to recognise the signs\, symptoms\, and indicators of abuse or neglect\, and understand how to respond appropriately to concerns.\n• Develop knowledge of national legislation and local safeguarding policies\, including how current laws impact adult protection practices. \n• Learn how to internally escalate unsafe practices and respond to suspected or disclosed abuse\, following correct procedures and protocols.\n• Understand the importance of multi-agency collaboration and understand your role in how to effectively participate in joint working to safeguard the people that you 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/safeguarding-extended-knowledge-2/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261202T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261202T160000
DTSTAMP:20261005T082828Z
CREATED:20261005T082828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T082828Z
UID:10002711-1796205600-1796227200@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Trauma Informed Approaches and becoming a trauma informed organisation
DESCRIPTION:Course fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £37.50+VAT | Non-member: £75+VAT  \nOne day course at HCPA \nDelegates will have an opportunity to understand the widespread nature of trauma within populations\, and how these can manifest on both an individual\, community\, cultural and national level. \nDelegates will learn how traumatic experiences\, especially those in childhood can fundamentally affect the way in which brain development occurs and will explore different types of trauma responses. They will also learn a key principle of being trauma informed is by looking beyond presenting behaviours and understand trauma informed approaches are not a specific intervention\, rather an organisational change to how people within all levels of an organisation are treated. This organisational change has multiple benefits to all people at all levels\, not just those who use services. \nDelegates will spend the second half of the day being shown a step-by-step guide on how to use the TrACE toolkit to; ready\, review\, monitor and evaluate their own trauma informed journey and have an opportunity to network with other delegates to support their individual journeys further. \nLearning objectives:\n• The prevalence of trauma\, especially Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) within society.\n• That trauma is a natural response to abnormal experiences.\n• Consider types of experiences that can lead to trauma.\n• Explore the link between ACEs and poor adult health outcomes.\n• Understand key points of attachment theory.\n• Understand how trauma can change the flight and fight response and\, how this can subsequently cause a lifelong impact on a person’s behaviour.\n• Understand the 4 R’s of being trauma aware and the 6 principles of trauma approaches.\n• Step-by-step guide on how to become a trauma informed organisation using the 4 stages of the TrACE toolkit.\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/trauma-informed-approaches-and-becoming-a-trauma-informed-organisation-4/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261203T130000
DTSTAMP:20261005T091719Z
CREATED:20261005T091719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T091719Z
UID:10002714-1796292000-1796302800@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Supporting Young onset Dementia in Hertfordshire care settings
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £25+VAT | Non-member: £50+VAT  \nHalf day webinar via MS Teams\nThis course increases understanding of young onset dementia and explores the unique challenges that can arise when supporting people who develop dementia at a younger age. It highlights the differences between young onset and later life dementia and considers the emotional\, social\, and practical impact on individuals\, families\, and services. \nThe course supports staff to recognise early signs and symptoms\, respond sensitively to complex needs\, and provide person centred\, age appropriate support. It also looks at partnership working\, signposting\, and the importance of involving families and wider support networks. \nEntry Requirements: Learners should have completed their staff induction and have basic awareness of dementia as a minimum. \nLearning objectives:\nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to:\n• Recognise the signs and symptoms of young onset dementia\n• Understand the specific challenges faced by individuals living with young onset dementia\n• Support individuals with:\n– Emotional challenges\n– Personal care needs\n– Sex and relationships\n– Employment and work related issues\n• Understand the impact of young onset dementia on family members and friends and how to support them\n• Communicate effectively and respectfully to maintain dignity and person centred care\n• Understand how and where to refer for further assessment\, support\, and specialist services\n• Be aware of local and national young onset dementia support services \nStandards mapping\nThis course is mapped to the dementia care standards:\n• Person centred care\n• Responding to changes in dependency\n• Carer and family involvement\n• Respect and dignity\n• Effective communication\n• Skills and competence\n• Supportive environment\n• Meaningful activities and engagement\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/supporting-young-onset-dementia-in-hertfordshire-care-settings/
LOCATION:Virtual Classroom
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261203T160000
DTSTAMP:20261002T130519Z
CREATED:20261002T130519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T130519Z
UID:10002707-1796292000-1796313600@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Empowering Voices - Advocacy to Enhance Person-Centred Care
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 discovers the power of Advocacy within the care system. It highlights the important role of an Independent Advocate\, how we can all learn from the Advocacy values\, and supports to gain new perspectives of person-centred care\, exploring how it can be put into practice. \nLearning objectives: \n• Have a better understanding of Advocacy\n• Understand the role of an Independent Advocate\n• Understand the importance of Advocacy within Health & Social care settings.\n• Recognise how Advocacy is able to support the CQC and PAMMS inspections using the New Assessment Framework\n• Understand the importance of Communication in different forms\n• How embedding Advocacy Values can impact the culture of organisations  \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/empowering-voices-advocacy-to-enhance-person-centred-care/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care Leadership Courses,Care topics
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261203T160000
DTSTAMP:20261002T144209Z
CREATED:20261002T144209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T144209Z
UID:10002709-1796292000-1796313600@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-3/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261207T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261207T160000
DTSTAMP:20261005T083138Z
CREATED:20261005T083138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T083138Z
UID:10002712-1796637600-1796659200@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Understanding self-harm and suicidal ideation intent
DESCRIPTION:Course fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £37.50+VAT | Non-member: £75+VAT  \nOne day course at HCPA \nThe issues of self-harm and suicidal ideation can be steeped in stigma within society and for individuals who may experience these difficulties. This training has been developed to promote professional vigilance at the community level and give professionals the knowledge\, skills and confidence to work with affected individuals. \nThe course will explain what self-harm is\, why people use it as a means of coping\, and methods including typical and atypical to show the scale of harmful behaviours. Learners will understand that both Self-harm and suicidal thoughts are deeply complex and multifaceted and will explore what is meant by the term elevated risks. \nIt will explain why people may have suicidal thoughts\, how these range in frequency and intensity and will consider biological considerations for both issues as a way of explaining in more detail their nature including other models such as the Drive\, Soothe\, Threat system\, Lineham stress model and self-harm reinforcing cycle. \nLearner will use the information from the topic areas to start to build a picture of signs that a person may be struggling with suicidal thoughts and cover the NHS Connect\, Understand\, Assist conversation. \nLearners will understand the importance of prevention and protection in care plans rather than trying to gauge risk likelihood. Learners will be taught the concept of harm reduction\, including a variety of personal resources that people who use services can access. \nWe want providers to feel equipped to have conversations with people who they either know or suspect are affected and feel confident to provide person centred support from accessing this training. \nLearner requirements: It would be useful if learners either have prior knowledge of\, or undertakes formal care planning. \nLearning objectives:\n• Understand the definition of self-harm\, that it is a maladaptive behaviour in response to distressing thoughts and feelings. \n• Understand there are many ways a person can cause injury to themselves not just confined to typical known methods\, which will broaden learner knowledge\, understanding and vigilance to the subject.  \n• Understand the biological considerations to self-harm\, that stress\, trauma and difficult events/thoughts lead to a reduction in endorphins and causing injury activates the the body’s pain reward centres.\n• Look at some of the common reasons associated with suicide thoughts/intent but given the complexity of the issue there is rarely a single cause\, rather several factors are usually present.  \n• Understand the Lineham stress model as a way of describing suicidal thoughts/feelings. \n• Understand the scale of suicidal ideation/intent. \n• How knowledge of the subjects can be used to inform care plans.\n• Look at wellness plans\, understand what they are and how they can be used by people who use services \n• Different types of harm reduction methods and tools to reduce suicidal feelings.  \n• Consider the GREATDREAM tips for mental wellness as advocated by the NHS via the depression care pathway.  \n• Understand what organisations and resources can help.  \n• Providers will have an opportunity to reflect and discuss how they will implement learning within their own organisations.  \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/understanding-self-harm-and-suicidal-ideation-intent-2/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261208T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261208T130000
DTSTAMP:20261005T095300Z
CREATED:20261005T095300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T095300Z
UID:10002717-1796724000-1796734800@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Bed Rail Risk Management for Care Staff
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £25+VAT | Non-member: £50+VAT \nHalf day course at HCPA Campus\n \nThis session will support care staff to confidently make safe\, informed decisions regarding the use of bed rails and bed levers in line with MHRA guidance and best practice principles. Participants will develop an understanding of the risks associated with these items of equipment\, how to complete and review bed rail risk assessments\, and how to ensure decisions remain person-centred and proportionate to the individual’s needs. The session will also help staff identify situations where equipment may no longer be appropriate\, where risks have changed\, and when further review or referral may be required. \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain the key risks associated with bed rails and bed levers.\nFollow the Bed Rail Risk Management Guide and accurately complete a bed rail risk assessment for residents in their care.\nApply person-centred thinking when making decisions about the use of bed rails and bed levers.\nIdentify when bed rails or bed levers are no longer necessary\, when risks have changed\, and when reassessment is required.\nRecognise and respond appropriately to risks associated with existing bed rail provision\, including when further review or referral may be needed.\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/bed-rail-risk-management-for-care-staff-3/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics,Prevention & Enablement
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261211T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261211T160000
DTSTAMP:20261002T125027Z
CREATED:20261002T124503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T125027Z
UID:10002705-1796983200-1797004800@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Infection Prevention & Control - 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: 11/12/2026\nDay 2: 15/12/2026 \nCourse Overview\nThis two-day course is for care staff who have been in their role for at least 6 months and already understand the basics of infection prevention and control (IPC). It provides a more detailed and practical approach to preventing infection across social care settings. Participants will leave with increased confidence in applying IPC measures effectively\, supporting wellbeing\, and responding to infection risks confidently. \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 Care Certificate or equivalent induction training and have at least 6 months’ experience working in care. \nLearning objectives:\n• Understand infection types and how they spread\n• Recognise signs of infection and respond appropriately\n• Apply Standard Infection Control Precautions (SICPs) confidently\n• Handle food safely to reduce infection risks\n• Identify risks from invasive devices (e.g. PEGs\, catheters)\n• Use PPE and hand hygiene effectively\n• Understand alert organisms and care implications\n• Follow national and local IPC protocols\n• Implement Transmission-Based Precautions (TBPs)\n• Handle specimens safely and reduce infection risk\n• Promote antimicrobial stewardship and responsible antibiotic use\n• Manage outbreaks and escalation processes\n• Promote hydration\, nutrition\, hygiene\, and immunisation for 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/infection-prevention-control-extended-knowledge-2/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261214T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261214T113000
DTSTAMP:20261005T085205Z
CREATED:20261005T085205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T085205Z
UID:10002713-1797242400-1797247800@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Reflective practice in care settings for managers and leaders
DESCRIPTION:Course fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £10+VAT | Non-member: £20+VAT  \n1.5 hour course via Zoom \nThis course will focus on the Gibbs cycle of reflective practice\, as its cyclical nature lends itself well for continual learning. The course will look in more detail at reflection on action and reflection in action\, which will assist professionals to identify their strengths\, weaknesses and gaps in their skills\, training\, and knowledge.  \nThe course will promote reflective practice and its benefits when adopted within organisations as a learning tool to facilitate continual improvements in practice standards. Furthermore\, it will support providers to consider how they can use this tool in a way that makes sense to their organisation. \nEntry Requirements: This course is suitable for all Mental Health services\, with an emphasis on accommodation-based services. It is best suited to managers and seniors who are ablet to implement new practice. \nLearning objectives:\n• Understand what reflective practice is.\n•  Understand the benefits of reflective practice.\n• Know there are two types of reflection\, reflection on action and reflection in action. \n•  Understand the Gibbs cycle of reflection and examples of questions practitioners can use to gain new learning.\n• Learners will have an opportunity to use reflective practices in small groups within breakout rooms and feedback.\n• Providers will have an opportunity to consider different types of reflective practice and how they might adopt it within their organisation.\n• Providers will have an opportunity to discuss and identify together how their organisation can adopt reflective 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.\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/reflective-practice-in-care-settings-for-managers-and-leaders-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Classroom
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261214T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261214T160000
DTSTAMP:20261002T124837Z
CREATED:20261002T124837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T124837Z
UID:10002706-1797242400-1797264000@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Care Home Medication - 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: 14/12/2026\nDay 2: 21/12/2026\n\nCourse Overview\nThis two-day course is designed for care home staff who have at least 6 months’ experience in their role and a sound knowledge of medication procedures. It offers extended learning to strengthen safe\, accurate\, and person-centred medication support in residential settings. The course includes key legal\, ethical\, and practical components\, helping staff navigate challenges confidently and in line with best practice. \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\nParticipants must have completed a Care Certificate or equivalent and have worked in care for a minimum of 6 months. \nLearning objectives:\n• Understand legal frameworks and professional responsibilities\n• Improve medication accuracy and reduce errors\n• Identify administration routes and responses to side effects\n• Interpret MAR charts and manage PRN\, omissions\, and variable doses\n• Safely handle and dispose of controlled drugs\n• Apply mental capacity principles in medication support\n• Tackle common and complex challenges in care home settings\n• Support self-administration safely and effectively\n• Use homely remedies appropriately\n• Provide safe\, respectful medication support at end of life\n• Communicate clearly around medication concerns\n• Understand medication governance and quality assurance processes \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-home-medication-extended-knowledge-2/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261214T160000
DTSTAMP:20261002T145738Z
CREATED:20261002T145738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T145738Z
UID:10002710-1797242400-1797264000@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Care Planning
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \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 provides delegates with knowledge and understanding of the principles and processes of person-centred thinking\, planning and reviews. \nLearning objectives:\n• Understand the principles and practice of person-centred thinking\, planning and reviews\n• Understand the context within which person-centred thinking and planning takes place.\n• Understand own role in person-centred planning\, thinking and reviews. \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-5/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261215T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261215T133000
DTSTAMP:20261005T094855Z
CREATED:20261005T094855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T094855Z
UID:10002716-1797328800-1797341400@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:Managing the unwell person
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £25+VAT | Non-member: £50+VAT \nHalf day course at HCPA Campus\n \nThis course will help your staff spot the early signs of deterioration in a person who is unwell. It will equip them with the confidence and skills to ascertain how unwell the person actually is\, and to understand when and how to take appropriate steps to ensure the most appropriate and beneficial outcome for the person. They will also learn how to minimise some of the risks of becoming unwell with a chest infection. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nTo have a basic awareness of respiratory anatomy and physiology \nTo have an awareness of dysphagia\, aspiration pneumonia and the importance of oral health \nTo have an understanding of the importance of posture in the prevention of chest infections \nTo have an awareness of NEWS2/RESTORE2 and how to use it to recognise deterioration in an acutely unwell person e.g.\, a person with sepsis \nTo have an understanding of how to use NEWS2/RESTORE2  to ensure appropriate escalation of treatment in an acutely unwell person \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/managing-the-unwell-person-2/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics,Prevention & Enablement
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261217T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261217T163000
DTSTAMP:20261005T115645Z
CREATED:20261005T115645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T115645Z
UID:10002721-1797499800-1797525000@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability & Autism (Tier 2)
DESCRIPTION:    \nCourse fee: £75+VAT\nThis course is eligible for funding re-imbursement via the Learning & Development Support Scheme (LDSS). More information can be found here\n\nOne day course at HCPA Campus\nThis course is suitable for staff providing direct care or making decisions across all adult care settings \nUnder the Health and Care Act 2022 all CQC-regulated providers must ensure their staff receive training in learning disability and autism that is appropriate to their role.\nThis is supported by the Oliver McGowan Code of Practice\, which sets out how to meet this legal duty. \n\nThis applies to all services\nEven if your service does not currently support autistic people or people with a learning disability\, this requirement still applies.\nPeople with learning disabilities and autistic people may use a wide range of services\, including general\, older people’s\, and non-specialist settings. In some cases\, individuals may not have a formal diagnosis or may not have disclosed it. Therefore\, all staff must be equipped with the knowledge and skills to provide safe\, respectful\, and inclusive care. \nThe Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training is the government’s preferred training of meaningful training for health and social care staff on learning disabilities and autism.\nThe Tier 2 course is co-delivered by trainers with lived experience and covers: \n\nAvoiding diagnostic overshadowing\nCommon co-occurring conditions\nLegal frameworks (Mental Capacity Act\, Human Rights Act\, Autism Act\, Equality Act)\nReasonable adjustments\, including hospital passports\nAppropriate DNACPR application\nProfessional culture\, biases\, and their impact\nAccessible communication\nUnderstanding and responding to individuals and families\nAsk Listen Do framework\nLearning from LeDeR\n\nPrior to attending\, delegates must have completed the e-learning module which can be found here\nPlease note this is managed on the national platform “e-learning for healthcare” and is not managed by HCPA. You will need to have an account or register for one. Guidance and support can be found here \nSome content may be sensitive or distressing. If impacted\, please discuss this with your employer and seek appropriate support.\nWatch this powerful animation about The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training \n*Please note: This course carries a course fee regardless of membership.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training. No refund will be offered.\nSee Terms & Conditions for cancellation periods.
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/the-oliver-mcgowan-mandatory-training-on-learning-disability-autism-tier-2-29/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics,Oliver McGowan
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261218T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261218T163000
DTSTAMP:20261005T115822Z
CREATED:20261005T115822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T115822Z
UID:10002722-1797586200-1797611400@www.hcpa.info
SUMMARY:The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability & Autism (Tier 2)
DESCRIPTION:    \nCourse fee: £75+VAT\nThis course is eligible for funding re-imbursement via the Learning & Development Support Scheme (LDSS). More information can be found here\n\nOne day course at HCPA Campus\nThis course is suitable for staff providing direct care or making decisions across all adult care settings \nUnder the Health and Care Act 2022 all CQC-regulated providers must ensure their staff receive training in learning disability and autism that is appropriate to their role.\nThis is supported by the Oliver McGowan Code of Practice\, which sets out how to meet this legal duty. \n\nThis applies to all services\nEven if your service does not currently support autistic people or people with a learning disability\, this requirement still applies.\nPeople with learning disabilities and autistic people may use a wide range of services\, including general\, older people’s\, and non-specialist settings. In some cases\, individuals may not have a formal diagnosis or may not have disclosed it. Therefore\, all staff must be equipped with the knowledge and skills to provide safe\, respectful\, and inclusive care. \nThe Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training is the government’s preferred training of meaningful training for health and social care staff on learning disabilities and autism.\nThe Tier 2 course is co-delivered by trainers with lived experience and covers: \n\nAvoiding diagnostic overshadowing\nCommon co-occurring conditions\nLegal frameworks (Mental Capacity Act\, Human Rights Act\, Autism Act\, Equality Act)\nReasonable adjustments\, including hospital passports\nAppropriate DNACPR application\nProfessional culture\, biases\, and their impact\nAccessible communication\nUnderstanding and responding to individuals and families\nAsk Listen Do framework\nLearning from LeDeR\n\nPrior to attending\, delegates must have completed the e-learning module which can be found here\nPlease note this is managed on the national platform “e-learning for healthcare” and is not managed by HCPA. You will need to have an account or register for one. Guidance and support can be found here \nSome content may be sensitive or distressing. If impacted\, please discuss this with your employer and seek appropriate support.\nWatch this powerful animation about The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training \n*Please note: This course carries a course fee regardless of membership.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training. No refund will be offered.\nSee Terms & Conditions for cancellation periods.
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/the-oliver-mcgowan-mandatory-training-on-learning-disability-autism-tier-2-30/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics,Oliver McGowan
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SUMMARY:The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability & Autism (Tier 2)
DESCRIPTION:    \nCourse fee: £75+VAT\nThis course is eligible for funding re-imbursement via the Learning & Development Support Scheme (LDSS). More information can be found here\n\nOne day course at HCPA Campus\nThis course is suitable for staff providing direct care or making decisions across all adult care settings \nUnder the Health and Care Act 2022 all CQC-regulated providers must ensure their staff receive training in learning disability and autism that is appropriate to their role.\nThis is supported by the Oliver McGowan Code of Practice\, which sets out how to meet this legal duty. \n\nThis applies to all services\nEven if your service does not currently support autistic people or people with a learning disability\, this requirement still applies.\nPeople with learning disabilities and autistic people may use a wide range of services\, including general\, older people’s\, and non-specialist settings. In some cases\, individuals may not have a formal diagnosis or may not have disclosed it. Therefore\, all staff must be equipped with the knowledge and skills to provide safe\, respectful\, and inclusive care. \nThe Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training is the government’s preferred training of meaningful training for health and social care staff on learning disabilities and autism.\nThe Tier 2 course is co-delivered by trainers with lived experience and covers: \n\nAvoiding diagnostic overshadowing\nCommon co-occurring conditions\nLegal frameworks (Mental Capacity Act\, Human Rights Act\, Autism Act\, Equality Act)\nReasonable adjustments\, including hospital passports\nAppropriate DNACPR application\nProfessional culture\, biases\, and their impact\nAccessible communication\nUnderstanding and responding to individuals and families\nAsk Listen Do framework\nLearning from LeDeR\n\nPrior to attending\, delegates must have completed the e-learning module which can be found here\nPlease note this is managed on the national platform “e-learning for healthcare” and is not managed by HCPA. You will need to have an account or register for one. Guidance and support can be found here \nSome content may be sensitive or distressing. If impacted\, please discuss this with your employer and seek appropriate support.\nWatch this powerful animation about The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training \n*Please note: This course carries a course fee regardless of membership.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training. No refund will be offered.\nSee Terms & Conditions for cancellation periods.
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/the-oliver-mcgowan-mandatory-training-on-learning-disability-autism-tier-2-31/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics,Oliver McGowan
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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-6/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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SUMMARY:Nutrition Awareness
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \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 will introduce the foundations of a healthy and balanced diet for the people you support\, helping them to eat\, drink and age well. It explores the importance of enjoyable mealtimes by creating a positive eating environment and developing suitable meal plans. \nThe course focuses on supporting people to maintain a healthy weight and access a nutrient rich diet. It also explains the importance of accurate nutritional screening using the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST) to identify and respond to those at risk of malnutrition and dehydration. \nEntry Requirements – Learners must have completed Care Induction. \nLearning Objectives\n• Explain the benefits of a nutrient rich diet for the people you support\n• Identify individuals at risk of malnutrition using the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST)\n• Develop and apply person-centred nutritional care plans in line with Integrated Care Board guidance\n• Provide appropriate food based support and understand the use of oral nutritional supplements in care homes\n• Recognise and respond to eating and drinking difficulties\, including those related to dementia and other conditions \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/nutrition-awareness-2/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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SUMMARY:Skin Health 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: 14/01/2027 | Day 2: 15/01/2027 | Day 3: 28/01/2027 | Day 4: 29/01/2027\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 Skin Health 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• Understand the impact of National and local drivers for wound care informing practice\n• Develop knowledge in Anatomy & Physiology of the skin and wound healing\n• Review the importance of accurate Holistic Wound assessment and the impact on wound healing\n• Identify management options and the introduction of local pathways\n• Increased knowledge in common dressing products selected according to wound type\, practical session\n• Develop skills and knowledge in the Prevention and management of Skin tears\, practical session\n• Understand anatomy & physiology of vascular and lymphatic systems to determine disease progression\n• Explore risk factors for leg ulceration and oedema\n• Identify management options and introduction of local pathways\n• Understand the principles of lower limb assessment\n• Explore benefits of compression therapy and barriers to implementation\n• Practice effective lower limb skin care application of hosiery and wraps.\n• Explore foot health in care settings and care of the diabetic foot\n• Gain knowledge of national and local drivers for pressure ulcer prevention\n• Review the physiology of pressure ulcer development\n• Gain skills and knowledge in identification of pressure damage\n• Discuss how to use ASSKING care bundles with the Great Skin tools in care settings\n• Improve understanding of why surface is important (to include seating and posture) practical training\n• Improve skills in inspection of patients/resident’s skin for areas of risk or damage (risk assessment)\n• Understand why /how it is important to keep patients/residents moving (practical training)\n• Discuss prevention of skin damage caused by moisture\n• Apply the principles of nutrition to pressure ulcer prevention\n• Understand the importance of developing skills and knowledge in giving information and teaching colleagues\, residents and their families in the care setting to raise awareness and reduce risk. \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/skin-health-champion-application/
CATEGORIES:Care topics,Champions
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SUMMARY:Diabetes Awareness
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 one-day Diabetes Awareness course provides learners with the knowledge and confidence to support individuals living with diabetes safely and effectively. The course explores the different types of diabetes\, common signs and symptoms\, diabetic emergencies\, treatment options\, and the role of lifestyle in diabetes management. Learners will also examine person-centred approaches to care\, blood glucose monitoring\, risk assessment\, dietary considerations\, and the prevention and management of diabetes-related complications. Ideal for health and social care staff supporting people with diabetes in a variety of care settings. \nLearning objectives:\n• Identify diabetes types and risk factors\n• Describe signs and symptoms of diabetes\n• Identify diabetic emergencies and how to respond to them\n• Identify a range of management options including lifestyle\n• State the differences between hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia\n• Examine the links between diabetes and other conditions\n• Explain why person-centred care and risk assessment are essential to good diabetes management\n• Describe how to work safely when monitoring individuals with diabetes\n• Describe the different dietary needs of a diabetic service user who is overweight\, underweight or at the end of life\n• List the different medical treatments for diabetes \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/diabetes-awareness-2/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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SUMMARY:End of Life - 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: 18/01/2027\nDay 2: 25/01/2027\n\nCourse Overview \nThis course is an interactive 2-day programme designed to deepen knowledge and strengthen practice in End-of-Life Care. Building on core principles\, training will focus on practical skills\, meaningful discussions\, and real-world application to equip care staff with the tools to deliver high-quality\, dignified care at every stage of the end-of-life journey. \nEntry requirements: Learners must have completed the basic introduction to End of Life Care course or equivalent training and have been in their role for a minimum of 6 months prior to attending this course. \nWhat to expect:\nDay 1: This session includes strategies for approaching sensitive conversations with confidence and empathy. It will also cover essential communication techniques for supporting individuals at the end of life\, their families\, and the wider care team.\nDay 2: This session covers how to care for someone in their final days and key considerations for care after death. It will also include Advance Care Planning\, ReSPECT forms\, and practical tools to promote clear\, respectful communication. \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• Identify challenging questions that may arise in end-of-life care and apply facilitative communication techniques to manage them effectively.\n• Recognise verbal and non-verbal cues during conversations and demonstrate strategies to respond appropriately.\n• Interpret and utilise key documents (e.g.\, ReSPECT forms) to support Advance Care Planning and informed decision-making.\n• Discuss and evaluate the elements that contribute to a “good death” for service users\, families\, and staff\, and formulate approaches to embed these principles in practice. \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/end-of-life-extended-knowledge-3/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
CATEGORIES:Care topics
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