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Course catalogueEvery course — from fire safety to MPharm-led medication training — produces the same CQC-inspection-ready evidence pack: competency records, spaced assessment results and manager observation notes for your files. One flat session fee covers up to 15 delegates, whichever course you choose.
Use the filters above to narrow by level or duration — every course below carries the same evidence standard.
Medication errors are the most common clinical failure identified in CQC inspections. Led by an MPharm-qualified trainer, this course covers the Six Rights of medication administration, controlled drugs, storage requirements, administration routes, and error management — with practical competency assessment built into the session.
For senior carers, team leaders and medicines leads responsible for the safe running of a home's medicines system. Led by an MPharm-qualified trainer, this course goes beyond frontline administration into controlled-drug governance, 'as required' (PRN) and covert medication within the Mental Capacity Act, Patient Group Directions, MAR chart auditing, high-risk medicines (insulin, anticoagulants), and medication-error investigation and reporting — equipping leads to assess competency and uphold CQC Regulation 12.
Annual competency reassessment for staff already trained in medication administration. Covers updates to medication protocols, common error patterns, and practical skills refreshment — ensuring safe practice is maintained year-round, not just on the day of initial training.
Practical EpiPen training ensuring staff can recognise the signs of anaphylaxis and respond immediately. Includes hands-on practice with training devices, understanding of when and how to administer emergency medication, and post-incident protocols.
Covers seizure recognition, first response protocols, individual epilepsy care plans, and the safe administration of buccal midazolam — a rescue medication that care staff must be confident using in an emergency. Includes practical simulation with training equipment.
Safeguarding is the most frequently flagged area in CQC inspections. This Level 3 course goes beyond recognition and reporting — covering legal frameworks, multi-agency referral pathways, complex case analysis, and the designated safeguarding lead role. Includes scenario-based decision-making exercises.
A framework-led course on understanding behaviour as communication, functional assessment, proactive strategies, and restrictive practice reduction. Essential for homes supporting residents with learning disabilities, autism, or complex behavioural needs. Aligned to the PBS Competence Framework.
CQC frequently identifies failures in how care homes apply the Mental Capacity Act and manage Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards. This workshop trains managers and senior staff to conduct lawful capacity assessments, apply best interests decisions, and navigate DoLS applications — with real-world scenarios and decision-making exercises.
For managers, seniors, and mental health leads who need more than awareness — covering legal frameworks, crisis planning, risk assessment, supervision models, and how to evidence mental health support for CQC. Builds on the Tier 2 awareness course with leadership-level responsibilities and decision-making scenarios.
A specialist full-day course for staff working with residents who have personality disorder diagnoses. Covers diagnostic frameworks, understanding relational dynamics, managing boundaries, risk assessment, and trauma-informed approaches. Designed for services supporting complex mental health presentations where standard mental health awareness isn’t sufficient.
Hands-on CPR and AED training using manikins and training defibrillators. Your staff practise the actual techniques — chest compressions, rescue breaths, AED operation — not just watch a video. Two weeks after one of our sessions, a delegate used what he’d learned to save a choking resident’s life.
Falls are increasingly flagged under CQC’s “Safe” domain. This course covers risk assessment, environmental factors, medication-related fall risk, post-fall protocols, and how to document falls evidence in line with CQC expectations. Practical exercises using real care scenarios.
A sensitive, practical course covering advance care planning, recognising the signs of the last days of life, supporting families, and communicating with compassion during end-of-life care. Emphasises dignity, comfort, and the emotional wellbeing of staff who deliver this care.
An awareness-level course helping care staff recognise common mental health conditions, understand the impact on residents’ daily lives, and respond with empathy and appropriate support. Also covers staff wellbeing — because caring for people with mental health needs takes a toll.
Annual fire safety awareness covering fire prevention, emergency procedures, evacuation protocols, and the use of fire extinguishers. Aligned to CSTF standards. Includes practical evacuation exercises that your staff will actually remember — not just a PowerPoint about triangles.
For designated fire marshals and wardens. Covers fire marshal responsibilities, extinguisher types and practical use, roll call procedures, and coordination with the fire service. Includes hands-on extinguisher training — not just theory.
Full-day induction for new starters or staff who haven’t received manual handling training before. Covers risk assessment, ergonomic principles, safe lifting techniques, and practical use of hoists, slide sheets, and transfer equipment. Hands-on practice throughout.
Annual refresher for staff who have completed the full induction. Updates on best practice, re-assessment of practical skills, and scenario-based exercises using the equipment your home actually uses.
Focused specifically on people handling — separate from objects and equipment. Covers equipment-assisted transfers using hoists, slides, stand aids, and transfer boards, tailored to individual residents’ needs. Maintains dignity and comfort throughout every practical exercise.
Mandatory for all care staff. Covers the main categories of adult abuse, how to recognise indicators, the correct reporting procedure, and your legal responsibilities under the Care Act 2014. Interactive case studies and disclosure scenarios — not just a list of definitions.
Even in adult care settings, staff may encounter children during visits or in settings serving younger adults. This course covers recognition of child abuse indicators, reporting responsibilities, and referral pathways — with practical scenario work.
Covers both dynamic (on-the-spot) and formal (documented) risk assessment approaches. Staff learn to identify hazards, evaluate risk, implement controls, and document their decisions — a foundation skill that underpins everything from manual handling to infection control.
Covers your staff’s responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, RIDDOR reporting, COSHH basics, workplace hazard identification, and accident/incident procedures. Practical and applied to care settings — not a generic office health and safety course.
Foundation IPC training aligned to CSTF standards. Covers the chain of infection, hand hygiene technique, correct PPE use, cleaning protocols, and outbreak awareness. Practical demonstrations and competency checks — because IPC is a skill, not just knowledge.
Covers food preparation, safe storage, temperature control, allergen management, and hygiene standards specific to care settings. Whether your staff prepare meals or assist residents with eating, they need to understand the risks and responsibilities involved. This is an awareness and refresher session — not an initial Level 2 Food Safety qualification.
More than a tick-box exercise. This course explores unconscious bias, protected characteristics, culturally sensitive care, and how to create an inclusive environment for both residents and staff. Interactive discussion and real-world scenarios — not just definitions.
Foundation dementia awareness for all care staff working with residents who have dementia. Covers what dementia is, common types, communication strategies, person-centred care principles, and recognising changes in behaviour or needs. Practical and interactive — not just definitions. For staff ready to take on a champion role, our Dementia Care Level 3 (Tier 3) builds on this foundation.
You pay per session, not per delegate — bring up to 15 staff at no extra cost. The tier reflects the specialist knowledge needed to deliver the course, not the quality of delivery: every course includes the same evidence pack.
The statutory and mandatory foundations every care service needs — fire safety, safeguarding, infection prevention, food safety and health and safety.
Practical emergency response and specialist awareness — CPR and AED, first aid, falls prevention, end of life care and mental health.
Advanced courses for senior staff, designated leads and managers — legal frameworks, referral pathways, case studies and leadership responsibilities.
Courses that need clinical expertise to deliver properly — medication administration, anaphylaxis and epilepsy — MPharm-led, so delegates get clinically accurate knowledge.
All prices are flat session fees for up to 15 delegates — on a Tier 1 course that works out at under £44 per person. Book three or more courses and the per-session price drops. Prices exclude VAT. Certificates of competence are included with every course.
These 27 courses are what we deliver today — behind them sits a development pipeline of 200+ further courses. Tell us what your team needs and we'll let you know if it's ready, in development, or something we can prioritise for you.
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