Training available at the Social Care Academy for Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

This course is for Staffordshire Adult Social Care providers delivering care to individuals in Staffordshire or for individuals outside of Staffordshire receiving care funded or commissioned by Staffordshire County Council. Course Dates Accidents and Incidents - 20th February 2025 - 09:00-17:00 - Shire Hall Business Centre, Stafford.  Accidents and Incidents - 21st February 2025 - 09:00-17:00 - Shire Hall Business Centre, Stafford. Accidents and Incidents - 6th March 2025 - 09:00-17:00 - Shire Hall Business Centre, Stafford.   Accidents and Incidents - 7th March 2025 - 09:00-17:00 - Shire Hall Business Centre, Stafford.  How to book this training To book a training event, add it to your cart, proceed to checkout, and complete the purchase. It's free, so no payment details are required. After completing the purchase, you'll be taken to the dashboard. From there, click on the training, then click the "Start" button on the left, and select "View Sessions". Scroll down to see a list of available dates and times. To register, click the register button on the right (you may need to scroll to the right to see it). Session Details This training is being held at: Shire Hall Business Centre, Market Street, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2LD You can download instructions to get to the venue. Session Outcomes To develop a clear understanding of the impact, management and processes and practices needed to learn from and reduce accidents and incidents in the health and social care sector.   By successfully completing this course you will be able to: Understand the difference between accidents and incidents in adult social care settings Describe how to recognise adverse events, incidents, errors and near misses Explain the importance of accident and incident management in adult social care List the relevant legislations in the UK Identify legal and regulatory requirements related to accident and incident reporting including an understanding of Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements Describe the consequences of a failure to report an accident or incident Understand how to conduct risk assessments to prevent accidents and incidents Describe the roles and responsibilities in accident and incident management Explain the chain of command and reporting procedures Describe how to follow regulatory procedures for reporting accidents and incidents accurately and promptly Explain how to conduct thorough investigations into accidents and incidents to identify root causes and implement corrective actions Understand why it is important to maintain accurate documentation and records of accidents and incidents Understand why it is important to be honest and admit to and report errors Identify how to communicate effectively when reporting accidents and incidents to colleagues and relevant authorities including next of kin/families Understand how to provide appropriate care and support to service users involved in accidents or incidents Understand how to handle difficult conversations and provide support Explain the importance of providing emotional support to the service users after accidents or incidents Describe how to engage in continuous improvement by reviewing and updating accident and incident management procedures regularly Understand how to eliminate any immediate dangers to make the situation safe ensuring all Health & Safety measures are in place Please note, by booking onto this training course you are committing to attending at the referenced date and time. Your space on this session has cost Staffordshire County Council and while there is not a cost to yourself or your organisation, public funds have been utilised to fund the training. If you cannot attend, you can send someone in your place but we will require notification so we can update the course register. If you are unable to attend or send someone in your place, we ask for 7 working days’ notice in order to have the opportunity to offer this space to others. All booking changes should be sent to cmdt@staffordshire.gov.uk Car Parking Please ensure that you check prior to attending the training where is most suitable for you to park, we recommend that you refer to Stafford Borough Council's website for car parking information in Stafford Car Parking in Stafford and Stone | Stafford Borough Council (staffordbc.gov.uk). The closest car park is the Waterfront car park. Refreshment's Refreshments and lunch will not be provided on the day, however there are shops close by. If you have any additional requirements, such as the need for British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation or mobility requirements, please let us know in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Read more

This course is for Staffordshire Adult Social Care providers delivering care to individuals in Staffordshire or for individuals outside of Staffordshire receiving care funded or commissioned by Staffordshire County Council.  Course Dates Advanced Medication Management - 25th February 2025 - 09:00-17:00 - Shire Hall Business Centre, Stafford. How to book this training To book a training event, add it to your cart, proceed to checkout, and complete the purchase. It's free, so no payment details are required. After completing the purchase, you'll be taken to the dashboard. From there, click on the training, then click the "Start" button on the left, and select "View Sessions". Scroll down to see a list of available dates and times. To register, click the register button on the right (you may need to scroll to the right to see it). Session Details Face-to-Face training for Advanced Medication Management. Delivered by Halo Staffing. This training is being held at: Shire Hall Business Centre, Market Street, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2LD You can download instructions to get to the venue. Course Description Welcome to the Halo Staffing Advanced Medication Management Face-to-Face course. Learning Outcomes – Following successful course completion, trainees will be able to: Describe the importance of a care home medicines policy List the relevant legislations in the UK Explain the concept of Medicines Management Identify your role and responsibilities in medication management Understand the importance of record keeping Explain the importance of a MAR chart Describe the principles of safe administration of medicines Explain why things go wrong and what action should be taken at that time Describe how medicines should be handled, record kept, and how to safely destroy medicines which are no longer required Please ensure you arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to your training start time so that the trainer can make a prompt start. Please note, by booking onto this training course you are committing to attending at the referenced date and time. Your space on this session has cost Staffordshire County Council and while there is not a cost to yourself or your organisation, public funds have been utilised to fund the training.  If you cannot attend, you can send someone in your place but we will require notification so we can update the course register.  If you are unable to attend or send someone in your place, we ask for 7 working days’ notice in order to have the opportunity to offer this space to others.  All booking changes should be sent to cmdt@staffordshire.gov.uk  Car Parking  Please ensure that you check prior to attending the training where is most suitable for you to park, we recommend that you refer to Stafford Borough Council's website for car parking information in Stafford Car Parking in Stafford and Stone | Stafford Borough Council (staffordbc.gov.uk). The closest car park is the Waterfront car park.  Refreshment's  Refreshments and lunch will not be provided on the day, however there are shops close by.   If you have any additional requirements, such as the need for British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation or mobility requirements, please let us know in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs.  Read more

This suite of bitesize digital skills e-learning modules has been developed for all staff working in adult social care. Each module looks at one of 7 areas of digital knowledge and skills under the Digital Skills Framework (opens in a new tab). Whilst each module can be completed separately, they complement each other, and completing the full suite of modules will ensure well-rounded learning of digital skills that can support your knowledge and use of technology in the delivery of care. Read more

This course is for Staffordshire Adult Social Care providers delivering care to individuals in Staffordshire or for individuals outside of Staffordshire receiving care funded or commissioned by Staffordshire County Council.  Course Dates Care Planning - 26th February 2025 - 09:00 - 17:00 - Shire Hall Business Centre, Stafford How to book this training To book a training event, add it to your cart, proceed to checkout, and complete the purchase. It's free, so no payment details are required. After completing the purchase, you'll be taken to the dashboard. From there, click on the training, then click the "Start" button on the left, and select "View Sessions". Scroll down to see a list of available dates and times. To register, click the register button on the right (you may need to scroll to the right to see it). Session Details This training is being held at: Shire Hall Business Centre, Market Street, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2LD You can download instructions to get to the venue. Course Aim and Description Objectives: • Describe what are care plans and why are they important • List the relevant legislations in the UK • Describe why it is important to ensure the person receives the same care regardless of which care worker is on duty • Understand the importance of recording the care which is being provided • Explain how to support the individual in identifying and managing their own care needs • Understand what is person-centred approach • Understand how to write effective care plans • Explain how to evaluate and review the effectiveness of a care plan over time • Describe the ethical principles and legal frameworks relevant to care planning • Understand the importance of cultural competence in care planning • Understand the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in care planning • Describe how to develop advance care plans Please note, by booking onto this training course you are committing to attending at the referenced date and time. Your space on this session has cost Staffordshire County Council and while there is not a cost to yourself or your organisation, public funds have been utilised to fund the training.  If you cannot attend, you can send someone in your place but we will require notification so we can update the course register.  If you are unable to attend or send someone in your place, we ask for 7 working days’ notice in order to have the opportunity to offer this space to others.  All bookings or unenrolment changes should be emailed to cmdt@staffordshire.gov.uk Car Parking Please ensure that you check prior to attending the training where is most suitable for you to park, we recommend that you refer to Stafford Borough Council's website for car parking information in Stafford Car Parking in Stafford and Stone | Stafford Borough Council (staffordbc.gov.uk). The closest car park is the Waterfront car park. Refreshment's Refreshments and lunch will not be provided on the day, however there are shops close by. If you have any additional requirements, such as the need for British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation or mobility requirements, please let us know in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Read more

This suite of bitesize digital skills e-learning modules has been developed for all staff working in adult social care. Each module looks at one of 7 areas of digital knowledge and skills under the Digital Skills Framework (opens in a new tab). Whilst each module can be completed separately, they complement each other, and completing the full suite of modules will ensure well-rounded learning of digital skills that can support your knowledge and use of technology in the delivery of care. Read more

This suite of bitesize digital skills e-learning modules has been developed for all staff working in adult social care. Each module looks at one of 7 areas of digital knowledge and skills under the Digital Skills Framework (opens in a new tab). Whilst each module can be completed separately, they complement each other, and completing the full suite of modules will ensure well-rounded learning of digital skills that can support your knowledge and use of technology in the delivery of care. Read more