BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//HCPA - ECPv6.15.12.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.hcpa.info X-WR-CALDESC:Events for HCPA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260505T131553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T131553Z UID:10002400-1783072800-1783094400@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: 03/07/2026\nDay 2: 10/07/2026 \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/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260508T133853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T133853Z UID:10002415-1783332000-1783353600@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/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260427T095310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T132004Z UID:10002391-1783591200-1783612800@www.hcpa.info 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: 09/07/2026\nDay 2: 10/07/2026\nDay 3: 14/07/2026\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/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260710T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260710T110000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260602T131952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T132107Z UID:10002485-1783677600-1783681200@www.hcpa.info SUMMARY:A guide to residents with malnutrition - including Screening Fortification and Referrals Webinar DESCRIPTION:1 hour webinar via Virtual Classroom\n\nThis course will help you care for your residents with malnutrition and guide on what your home can do and when to refer to / contact Dietetics. \nLearning Objectives\n \n• Understand screening for malnutrition.\n• To understand what you can do to help your residents.\n• Be aware of food fortification strategies including for residents on modified textures.\n• To understand when and how to refer to dietitians. \nEntry Requirements: Work at a Care/Residential Home or Assisting Living in Hertfordshire \nCLICK HERE TO BOOK!\n  URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/a-guide-to-residents-with-malnutrition-including-screening-fortification-and-referrals-webinar/ LOCATION:Virtual Classroom CATEGORIES:Care topics,Events, Forums & Seminars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260521T091352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T091352Z UID:10002468-1783936800-1783958400@www.hcpa.info SUMMARY:Music in Dementia Homecare DESCRIPTION:    \nCourse fees: Fully funded\nONLY available for Hertfordshire Homecare\, Domiciliary Care and Hospice services supporting those living with Dementia\nAudience: Current Dementia and Engagement Champion or Equivalent training\, Care Coordinators or Senior Carer’s\, Learning & Development / Practice Development Leads. \nOne day course at HCPA Campus \nFollowing training\, delegates will be invited to attend monthly 1 hour online network sessions to continue learning from others \nEntry Requirements – Delegates are required to have existing extended knowledge in dementia (eg HCPA Dementia or Engagement Champion or equivalent.)  \nDelegates should also complete this pre-learning prior to attending WATCH HERE \nDiscover how music can transform dementia care in this engaging and practical one-day course\, designed specifically for home care staff. Part of the Power of Music – Music in Herts Dementia Care programme\, this course supports care professionals to use music as a powerful\, person-centred tool to enhance wellbeing\, communication\, and connection. \nLearners will explore the science behind music and the brain\, gaining an understanding of why music remains accessible even as dementia progresses. The course highlights the wide-ranging benefits of music\, including improved mood\, reduced anxiety\, enhanced communication\, and stronger connections with others. \nThrough practical activities and real-life examples\, participants will develop the confidence to use music creatively within everyday care. This includes creating personalised playlists\, incorporating music into daily routines such as personal care and mealtimes\, and using music to support prevention\, independence\, and positive behaviour support. \nA strong focus is placed on person-centred care\, helping learners understand how to identify and respect individual music preferences\, cultural backgrounds\, and life stories. Participants will also explore how to embed music into care planning and use it to achieve outcomes across physical health\, mental wellbeing\, and social engagement. \nBy the end of the course\, learners will be equipped with practical tools\, ideas\, and strategies to integrate music into their service and support a more meaningful\, connected experience for people living with dementia. \nWhat you will learn\n• The benefits of music in supporting people living with dementia\n• How music can be used to improve communication\, mood\, and wellbeing\n• How to develop personalised music approaches using life stories and preferences\n• Practical ways to embed music into everyday care and routines\n• Strategies to support independence\, prevention\, and positive behaviour through music\n• How to share learning and promote a whole-team approach to embedding music in care \nLearning Outcomes\n• Understand the many benefits of music therapy\n• Understand how to use music to connect with people\n• Understand how to apply person-centred approaches to fulfil someone’s music preferences and overcoming mis-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 in your care setting\n• Understand how to cascade to staff \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-dementia-homecare-3/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260528T134109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T134109Z UID:10002474-1783936800-1783958400@www.hcpa.info SUMMARY:Understanding self-harm and suicidal ideation and 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-and-intent/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260511T154708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T141608Z UID:10002433-1783951200-1783958400@www.hcpa.info SUMMARY:New Homecare Falls Pathway Webinar DESCRIPTION:2 hour webinar via Virtual Classroom\n\nNew Homecare Falls Pathway Webinar \nWhen a person has fallen:\n• Do you/your staff know when to call 999\, when to contact Avoidance of Admission Services\, or when it is safe to assist the person up from the floor?\n• Do you/your staff know how to safely support a person to get up after a fall? \nIt is extremely important that Emergency Services (999) are only contacted when necessary. Calling 999 inappropriately can place additional pressure on an already overburdened service\, potentially delaying response times for life-threatening emergencies. It is also important to recognise that not everyone requires – or wishes – to be admitted to hospital following a fall. \nThis webinar has been developed to support homecare providers in understanding local guidance and best practice for managing falls in a person’s own home. It will provide practical advice on responding to falls\, reducing associated risks\, and supporting individuals in a safe and person-centred way. \nThe session will introduce the Hertfordshire Management of a Person who has Fallen in Homecare Pathway\, a new local pathway designed to guide decision-making following a fall. It will also highlight the wide range of services\, resources and support now available to providers\, including how and when to access Avoidance of Admission Services in your area. \nSign up to build confidence in:\n• Making appropriate decisions following a fall\n• Using local services effectively\n• Safely supporting individuals to get up from the floor\n• Embedding best practice aligned to local guidance within your service \nLearning Outcomes:\n• Understand the key principles of the Hertfordshire Management of a Person who has Fallen in Home Care Pathway\n• Identify when it is appropriate to call 999\, access Avoidance of Admission Services\, or safely manage a fall within the home environment\n• Describe best practice approaches to supporting a person following a fall\, in line with local guidance\n• Recognise the importance of reducing unnecessary hospital admissions and supporting person-centred decision making\n• Navigate and access the range of local services\, resources and support available to homecare providers following a fall \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/new-homecare-falls-pathway-webinar/ LOCATION:Virtual Classroom CATEGORIES:Care topics,Prevention & Enablement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260608T153320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T153718Z UID:10002490-1784021400-1784044800@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/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T130000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260513T114012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T160111Z UID:10002451-1784196000-1784206800@www.hcpa.info SUMMARY:Creating a supportive Dementia Care Culture - Key Information for Managers DESCRIPTION:Course fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £25+VAT | Non-member: £50+VAT \n3 hour online session via Virtual Classroom\n\nThis course explores best practice in dementia care\, challenges common myths\, and supports services to respond effectively to changing needs. It focuses on person centred approaches\, proactive practice\, and building confident\, skilled staff who can deliver high quality\, future ready dementia care. \nParticipants will review how dementia care has evolved\, why future proofing service delivery is essential\, and how positive behavioural support can be embedded into everyday practice. The course also strengthens practical skills and understanding in key areas of dementia care to support consistent\, safe\, and high quality outcomes. \nEntry Requirements: Learners should be part of management teams in their service. \nLearning Outcomes:\nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to:\n• Identify common myths in dementia care and explain how to challenge them in practice\n• Understand how dementia care is changing and what services can do to future proof their approach\n• Explain person centred care and why it is important for staff\, people who use services\, commissioners\, and regulators\n• Understand the value of a proactive approach and how to embed positive behavioural support\n• Demonstrate increased knowledge of specific skills in dementia care\, including:\n– Therapeutic observation including one to one support\n– Use of ABC charts\n– Spotting deterioration\n– Good practice in documentation\n• Explain the importance of staff training in dementia care and how to access available training and development opportunities \nStandards mapping\nThis course is mapped to the new dementia care standards:\n• Leadership for dementia excellence\n• Values and behaviours\n• Skills and competence\n• Person centred care\n• Culture of positive behavioural support\n• Responsive support for changing dependency \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/creating-a-supportive-dementia-care-culture-key-information-for-managers-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Classroom CATEGORIES:Care topics,Events, Forums & Seminars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260512T155600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T155600Z UID:10002447-1784196000-1784217600@www.hcpa.info SUMMARY:Safe medication principles 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 is equips delegates with essential knowledge for the safe and effective administration of medication. It explores key principles\, various routes and methods of administration\, and common side effects or adverse reactions that may occur. \nLearning objectives:\n• Understand the preparations to be taken prior to administrating medication\n• Understand how medication is administered safely and in a way that meets individuals needs\n• Understand how to support individuals to administer their own medication\n• Understand the procedures to follow when there are problems with the administration of medication\n• Understand how the effects of medication are monitored \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/safe-medication-principles-2/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260610T123114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T123114Z UID:10002512-1784196000-1784217600@www.hcpa.info 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/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260717T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260717T163000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260512T130822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T130822Z UID:10002436-1784280600-1784305800@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-2-3/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics,Oliver McGowan END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260528T135825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T135825Z UID:10002475-1784714400-1784736000@www.hcpa.info 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 any organisation that support individuals who:\n• Has a mental health issue\n• Has experienced any form of crisis\n• Is in recovery\n• Or have either a known or suspected substance misuse issue \nThis is a 2-part full day course that covers substance misuse in the morning. The afternoon will cover crisis\, recovery\, and wellness plans. \nPlease note\, the substance misuse course has been co-designed with a professional from Change Grow Live Drug and Alcohol Service to raise awareness and consider how professionals can work and communicate with people with a mental illness and who misuse substances. It is not designed to train professionals to become drug and alcohol workers as these roles are highly specialised. \nIt will help learners to understand some of the many reasons why people misuse both legal and illegal substances. Learners will have an opportunity to learn briefly about a wide range of substances however\, focus will be placed on those substances most prevalent to Hertfordshire. \nLearners will have opportunities to consider some of the barriers people face regardless of a formal diagnosis and how people can be supported through these barriers. \nSpotting the signs of substance misuse is not always easy as some signs can often mimic signs of mental disorders\, therefore the course will outline a wide range of signs and symptoms. \nThe course will offer advice on how to share your concerns with a person they may know or suspect of misusing substances and how to work collaboratively with the individual. \nFurther advice will be given to learners on practical support they can provide including harm-reduction methods\, providing good information and advice. \nIn the afternoon learners will have the opportunity to discuss as part of a wider group what is meant by the term crisis and the impact a crisis can have upon a person’s mental\, emotional and physical needs\, including the impact on upon “External structures” E.G. family\, work\, finances etc. \nLearners will then explore what is meant by the term recovery and will consider two models: personal recovery and clinical recovery. \nLearners will consider the difference between a lapse in a person’s recovery and a relapse\, and how individual perspectives on either can cause confusion or distress. Learners will then explore signs that could emerge across a range of domains\, E.G. mental\, emotional etc. \nLearners will understand that wellness plans are not a plan for them to complete\, they are the responsibility of the person who has mental health difficulties/in recovery. \nLearners will look at the 5 principles of wellness plans and consider how\, through individual support\, group support etc\, individuals can be helped\, where needed\, to capture important information about their own crisis\, their own recovery and what helps and hinders their continued journey. \nLearning objectives – Substance misuse:\n• Understand what is meant by the term substance misuse\, types of legal and illegal substances people misuse including how to recognise them by their real or street name\, paraphernalia associated with their use and the immediate and long term affects of their use.  \n• Raise awareness of Naloxone\, an anti-overdose drug for opioids\, types and an introduction to how its administered for educational purposes only\, how to spot the signs of an opioid overdose and what to do.   \n• Consider the barriers to support people may face including stigma\, personal and healthcare systems and what we can do to help an individual to start to overcome these barriers.  \n• Spotting some of the signs and symptoms of drug abuse and learners will have an opportunity to identify and share through their own knowledge and experience\, other potential signs.  \n• How to constructively share your concerns with a person who you either know or suspect of misusing substances.\n• Consider several tips of how to work collaboratively with an individual.  \n• Consider statutory and non-statutory services and their referral pathways.  \n• 1-1 interventions \n• Recovery \n• Care and support planning.  \nLearning objectives – Crisis Recovery and Wellness Plans:\n• To understand what is meant by the term “Crisis”. \n• To consider how a mental health crisis may look and feel. \n• Consider what is meant by the term recovery. \n• Consider the differences between personal and clinical recovery and how these interact with one another.  \n• Look at the importance of self-management and support networks in recovery.  \n• Discuss the differences between lapse and relapse and what this can mean for recovery.  \n• A step-by step guide to how wellness plans are completed. \n• Group reflection on how wellness plans can be introduced to your organisation. \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/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T163000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260512T131003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T131003Z UID:10002437-1784799000-1784824200@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-2-4/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics,Oliver McGowan END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260521T092104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T092104Z UID:10002469-1785232800-1785254400@www.hcpa.info SUMMARY:Music in Dementia Homecare DESCRIPTION:    \nCourse fees: Fully funded\nONLY available for Hertfordshire Homecare\, Domiciliary Care and Hospice services supporting those living with Dementia\nAudience: Current Dementia and Engagement Champion or Equivalent training\, Care Coordinators or Senior Carer’s\, Learning & Development / Practice Development Leads. \nOne day course at HCPA Campus \nFollowing training\, delegates will be invited to attend monthly 1 hour online network sessions to continue learning from others \nEntry Requirements – Delegates are required to have existing extended knowledge in dementia (eg HCPA Dementia or Engagement Champion or equivalent.)  \nDelegates should also complete this pre-learning prior to attending WATCH HERE \nDiscover how music can transform dementia care in this engaging and practical one-day course\, designed specifically for home care staff. Part of the Power of Music – Music in Herts Dementia Care programme\, this course supports care professionals to use music as a powerful\, person-centred tool to enhance wellbeing\, communication\, and connection. \nLearners will explore the science behind music and the brain\, gaining an understanding of why music remains accessible even as dementia progresses. The course highlights the wide-ranging benefits of music\, including improved mood\, reduced anxiety\, enhanced communication\, and stronger connections with others. \nThrough practical activities and real-life examples\, participants will develop the confidence to use music creatively within everyday care. This includes creating personalised playlists\, incorporating music into daily routines such as personal care and mealtimes\, and using music to support prevention\, independence\, and positive behaviour support. \nA strong focus is placed on person-centred care\, helping learners understand how to identify and respect individual music preferences\, cultural backgrounds\, and life stories. Participants will also explore how to embed music into care planning and use it to achieve outcomes across physical health\, mental wellbeing\, and social engagement. \nBy the end of the course\, learners will be equipped with practical tools\, ideas\, and strategies to integrate music into their service and support a more meaningful\, connected experience for people living with dementia. \nWhat you will learn\n• The benefits of music in supporting people living with dementia\n• How music can be used to improve communication\, mood\, and wellbeing\n• How to develop personalised music approaches using life stories and preferences\n• Practical ways to embed music into everyday care and routines\n• Strategies to support independence\, prevention\, and positive behaviour through music\n• How to share learning and promote a whole-team approach to embedding music in care \nLearning Outcomes\n• Understand the many benefits of music therapy\n• Understand how to use music to connect with people\n• Understand how to apply person-centred approaches to fulfil someone’s music preferences and overcoming mis-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 in your care setting\n• Understand how to cascade to staff \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-dementia-homecare-4/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T163000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260512T131125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T131125Z UID:10002438-1785317400-1785342600@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-2-5/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics,Oliver McGowan END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260803T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260803T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260508T135232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T135232Z UID:10002418-1785751200-1785772800@www.hcpa.info SUMMARY:Safe medication principles 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 is equips delegates with essential knowledge for the safe and effective administration of medication. It explores key principles\, various routes and methods of administration\, and common side effects or adverse reactions that may occur. \nLearning objectives:\n• Understand the preparations to be taken prior to administrating medication\n• Understand how medication is administered safely and in a way that meets individuals needs\n• Understand how to support individuals to administer their own medication\n• Understand the procedures to follow when there are problems with the administration of medication\n• Understand how the effects of medication are monitored \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/safe-medication-principles/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260505T132307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T153154Z UID:10002402-1785837600-1785859200@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: 04/08/2026\nDay 2: 13/08/2026\nDay 3: 14/08/2026\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• Explain the importance of thorough information collection before accepting a care package and describe the referral process\, including who can initiate referrals.\n• Understand key funding pathways (local authority\, CHC\, self-funding\, direct payments) and explore best practice for smooth transitions\, focusing on the first 72 hours.\n• Apply core principles of effective assessment (person-centred\, outcome-focused\, strengths-based) and recognise how different conditions influence care planning.\n• Understand the role of human rights and safeguarding in care planning and explain the importance of service agreements\, including disclosure of risk-related behaviour.\n• Identify and assess common risks\, create practical risk assessments\, and apply mental capacity principles when making risk-related decisions.\n• Understand how to embed dignity\, choice\, and control into care plans and consider the impact of cultural background and communication styles.\n• Understand how to use tools such as daily records\, ABC charts\, and audits to monitor care\, track outcomes\, and update plans based on changes\, incidents\, and reviews.\n• Recognise the role of digital systems\, data security\, and effective documentation in meeting regulatory requirements and improving care quality.\n• Understand how to engage individuals and families in co-producing care plans\, develop SMART goals\, and ensure effective handovers and supervision for safety and quality. \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/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T163000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260512T131304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T131304Z UID:10002439-1785922200-1785947400@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-2-6/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics,Oliver McGowan END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260511T141457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T141457Z UID:10002429-1786010400-1786032000@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: 06/08/2026\nDay 2: 07/08/2026\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/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260521T092410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T092410Z UID:10002470-1786356000-1786377600@www.hcpa.info SUMMARY:Music in Dementia Homecare DESCRIPTION:    \nCourse fees: Fully funded\nONLY available for Hertfordshire Homecare\, Domiciliary Care and Hospice services supporting those living with Dementia\nAudience: Current Dementia and Engagement Champion or Equivalent training\, Care Coordinators or Senior Carer’s\, Learning & Development / Practice Development Leads. \nOne day course at HCPA Campus \nFollowing training\, delegates will be invited to attend monthly 1 hour online network sessions to continue learning from others \nEntry Requirements – Delegates are required to have existing extended knowledge in dementia (eg HCPA Dementia or Engagement Champion or equivalent.)  \nDelegates should also complete this pre-learning prior to attending WATCH HERE \nDiscover how music can transform dementia care in this engaging and practical one-day course\, designed specifically for home care staff. Part of the Power of Music – Music in Herts Dementia Care programme\, this course supports care professionals to use music as a powerful\, person-centred tool to enhance wellbeing\, communication\, and connection. \nLearners will explore the science behind music and the brain\, gaining an understanding of why music remains accessible even as dementia progresses. The course highlights the wide-ranging benefits of music\, including improved mood\, reduced anxiety\, enhanced communication\, and stronger connections with others. \nThrough practical activities and real-life examples\, participants will develop the confidence to use music creatively within everyday care. This includes creating personalised playlists\, incorporating music into daily routines such as personal care and mealtimes\, and using music to support prevention\, independence\, and positive behaviour support. \nA strong focus is placed on person-centred care\, helping learners understand how to identify and respect individual music preferences\, cultural backgrounds\, and life stories. Participants will also explore how to embed music into care planning and use it to achieve outcomes across physical health\, mental wellbeing\, and social engagement. \nBy the end of the course\, learners will be equipped with practical tools\, ideas\, and strategies to integrate music into their service and support a more meaningful\, connected experience for people living with dementia. \nWhat you will learn\n• The benefits of music in supporting people living with dementia\n• How music can be used to improve communication\, mood\, and wellbeing\n• How to develop personalised music approaches using life stories and preferences\n• Practical ways to embed music into everyday care and routines\n• Strategies to support independence\, prevention\, and positive behaviour through music\n• How to share learning and promote a whole-team approach to embedding music in care \nLearning Outcomes\n• Understand the many benefits of music therapy\n• Understand how to use music to connect with people\n• Understand how to apply person-centred approaches to fulfil someone’s music preferences and overcoming mis-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 in your care setting\n• Understand how to cascade to staff \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-dementia-homecare-5/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T163000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260512T141037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T141037Z UID:10002440-1786613400-1786638600@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-2-7/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics,Oliver McGowan END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260814T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260814T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260511T110646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T110646Z UID:10002423-1786701600-1786723200@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/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260610T143009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T143009Z UID:10002513-1787133600-1787155200@www.hcpa.info SUMMARY:Nutrition - 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: 19/08/2026\nDay 2: 20/08/2026\n\nCourse Overview\nThis course develops the knowledge and skills needed to support people who require therapeutic diets due to medical conditions. It explores how to identify and respond to malnutrition and dehydration\, including in those living with dementia or dysphagia\, using the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST). \nLearners will also consider cultural and religious dietary needs\, menu planning\, and the role of nutrition and hydration at end of life. Practical communication and support approaches will be explored throughout\, supported by case studies to apply learning in real scenarios. \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• Identify individuals at risk of malnutrition using the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST) and develop person centred\, food-based nutritional care plans in line with Integrated Care Board guidance\n• Apply best practice in the use of oral nutritional supplements\, supporting individuals at risk of malnutrition\, including those living with dementia or dysphagia\n• Recognise and respond to eating and drinking difficulties\, including dementia related challenges and the use of the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) framework\n• Demonstrate an understanding of therapeutic diets\, including those for diabetes and other medical conditions\, alongside cultural and religious dietary requirements\n• Explain the role of nutrition and hydration at the end of life and apply a person-centred approach\, including effective communication with individuals\, families and others involved 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/nutrition-extended-knowledge/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260820T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260820T163000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260512T141156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T141156Z UID:10002441-1787218200-1787243400@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-2-8/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics,Oliver McGowan END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260821T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260821T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260511T113344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T113344Z UID:10002425-1787306400-1787328000@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/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260827T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260827T163000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260512T141339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T141339Z UID:10002442-1787823000-1787848200@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-2-9/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics,Oliver McGowan END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260609T152609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T152609Z UID:10002497-1788256800-1788278400@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: 01/09/2026\nDay 2: 02/09/2026 \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/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T113000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260608T145401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T145401Z UID:10002489-1788429600-1788435000@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-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Classroom CATEGORIES:Care topics,Events, Forums & Seminars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260904T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260904T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T112115 CREATED:20260610T103508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T103508Z UID:10002504-1788516000-1788537600@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: 04/09/2026\nDay 2: 11/09/2026\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/ LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT CATEGORIES:Care topics END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR