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

Preparing to work in care - English as a Second Language (ESOL) This ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) course is designed for learners who want to work in the care sector. The course will help you develop the knowledge needed to work in care alongside the essential English language skills to be able to communicate effectively with service users and colleagues. This course is accessible to all residents of Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. It is available at: Newcastle and Stafford College Group     These courses are offered and completed through local colleges within Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. They are held externally to the Social Care Academy.   At the point of creating this course, all courses were free, however learners should contact the college to confirm they are eligible to complete the course for free. Some courses may result in a charge if they are not finished in time. We recommend enrolling in this course as a reminder, and to see the more detailed descriptions of each college's offer.   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 PRN Protocols - 4th August 2025 - 09:15 -16:00 - The Stone House Hotel (The Garden Suite), Brooms Park Stafford Road, Stone ST15 0BQ  PRN Protocols - 9th September 2025 - 09:15 -16:00 - The Stone House Hotel (The Garden Suite), Brooms Park Stafford Road, Stone ST15 0BQ  PRN Protocols - 25th September 2025 - 09:15 -16:00 - The Stone House Hotel (The Garden Suite), Brooms Park Stafford Road, Stone ST15 0BQ  PRN Protocols - 22nd October 2025 - 09:15 -16:00 - The Stone House Hotel (The Garden Suite), Brooms Park Stafford Road, Stone ST15 0BQ  PRN Protocols - 5th March 2026 - 09:15 -16:00 - The Stone House Hotel (The Garden Suite), Brooms Park Stafford Road, Stone ST15 0BQ (Tickets to be released later in the year) PRN Protocols - 17th March 2026 - 09:15 -16:00 - The Stone House Hotel (The Garden Suite), Brooms Park Stafford Road, Stone ST15 0BQ (Tickets to be released later in the year) How to book this training To book a training event, add it to your cart, there will be an option to choose a training session and "purchase" it from the storefront, if there is only one training session available for that course, you will automatically be enrolled on to that session and if there are multiple dates available then you will be prompted to select an available date. Please note there is no cost for this training. Session Details This training is being held at: The Stone House Hotel,  Brooms Park Stafford Road, Stone, ST15 0BQ  Course Aim and Description This engaging and practical course is designed for frontline care staff responsible for administering "as required" (PRN) medication. It explores the importance of PRN protocols within a person-centred care framework, helping staff recognise when PRN medication is appropriate, how to administer it safely, and how to document and review its use effectively. Key Learning Areas: Understanding the purpose and application of PRN protocols Recognising symptoms and identifying appropriate PRN interventions Accurate administration, dosage, and documentation (including MAR charts and care plans) Monitoring side-effects and responding to adverse reactions Communicating with the multidisciplinary team and adhering to medication policy Managing complex PRN cases and ethical considerations (e.g., STOMP) Best practice guidance, including use of checklists and tools like the Abbey Pain Scale Learners will leave with a clear understanding of their responsibilities and practical tools to ensure safe, effective, and person-centred PRN medication management. Booking Changes 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 note that there is free on site car parking at The Stone House Hotel. Refreshment's A small basic lunch will be provided on the day.  Drinks will not be provided on the day, however there are shops close by and a cafe on site. 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. Waiting List If this course is fully booked, or you are unable to attend of the available dates, you can request to be added to the waiting list. Read more

Network Details Date Time Venue 1 July 2025 9:30-12:30 County Buildings, Martin Street, Stafford, ST16 2LH 5 September 2025 9:30-12:30 Staffordshire Place 1, Tipping Street, Stafford, ST16 2LP 23 October 2025 To be confirmed Lichfield/South Staffordshire Venue 4 December 2025 9:30-12:30 Staffordshire Place 1, Tipping Street, Stafford, ST16 2LP 29 January 2026 To be confirmed Lichfield/South Staffordshire Venue 5 March 2026 9:30-12:30 Staffordshire Place 1, Tipping Street, Stafford, ST16 2LP How to book this training To book a training event, add it to your cart, there will be an option to choose a training session and "purchase" it from the storefront, if there is only one training session available for that course, you will automatically be enrolled on to that session and if there are multiple dates available then you will be prompted to select an available date. Please note there is no cost for this event. Refreshments Refreshments will 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

Welcome to this module focused on regulation and governance Governance can be defined as a collection of systems and processes concerned with ensuring the overall direction, effectiveness, supervision and accountability of an organisation or service. Within adult social care, good governance is paramount due to the nature of the work completed and the impact your management can have on people’s lives. Good governance means that accountability is recognised and accepted. It means that lessons are really learned and that there’s honesty and openness in seeing the best possible outcomes for people. There’s an expectation that you’ll take appropriate action to address failings, as well as exploring and improving the situation that allowed any failings to occur. The module is aligned to Standard 3 of the Manager Induction Standards and will cover the following topics: Regulation in adult social care The role of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in adult social care   100% of the cost of these modules can be reimbursed via the Adult Social Care Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS). Visit Skills for Care website to learn more: https://www.skillsforcare.org.uk/Funding/Learning-and-development-funding-for-adult-social-care.aspx?utm_source=LMS&utm_medium=Website&utm_campaign=StokeStaffsLMS&utm_content=LDSS Read more

This webinar will define advance care planning (ACP) and help you develop an understanding of the Universal Principles for Advance Care Planning. ReSPECT, which stands for Recommended Summary Plan for Emergency Care and Treatment, will be explored. You will be introduced to the ReSPECT plan and gain insights into the ReSPECT process, including what it is and what it is not. The session will explain how to check ReSPECT plans and discuss DNACPR in relation to the ReSPECT plan. Additionally, you will learn how to use a ReSPECT plan effectively. Session Details This webinar is held via Microsoft Teams. Available sessions: 10 July 2025 - 2pm to 3pm 13 August 2025 - 2pm to 3pm 16 September 2025 - 2pm to 3pm Training Information Please also see other Palliative Care and End of Life training courses developed by the MPFT Palliative and End of Life Care Team (Palliative + EOLC): E-Learning: Palliative Care Introduction for Care Support Workers Advance Care Planning Early Identification of End of Life Spirituality and End of Life Care The SWAN Model in End of Life and Bereavement Care   Webinars: Available for registered staff: Assessment and Care Planning in Palliative and End of Life Care Difficult Conversations Care After Death Last Days of Life Available for all staff: Introduction to ReSPECT and Advance Care Planning Responding to Distress: Communication Skills End of Life Education for Care Agencies ​   This training is suitable for all care support worker staff.   This training is equivalent to 60 minutes participatory time for CPD. A certificate will be provided upon completion of this training.   This training does discuss death and dying, and may be upsetting for some audiences.   This training was developed by the MPFT Palliative and End of Life Care Team (Palliative + EOLC). Read more

This webinar will support participants to evaluate their own knowledge and skills in recognising and responding to distressed individuals. They will learn to apply a structured, evidence-based approach to communication and appreciate the value of person-centred conversations in empowering individuals to control the support they receive. Additionally, participants will learn essential communication principles and skills for effectively addressing concerns. Session Details This webinar is held via Microsoft Teams. Available sessions: 15 July 2025 - 2pm to 3pm 23 September - 2pm to 3pm Training Information Please also see other Palliative Care and End of Life training courses developed by the MPFT Palliative and End of Life Care Team (Palliative + EOLC): E-Learning: Palliative Care Introduction for Care Support Workers Advance Care Planning Early Identification of End of Life Spirituality and End of Life Care The SWAN Model in End of Life and Bereavement Care   Webinars: Available for registered staff: Assessment and Care Planning in Palliative and End of Life Care Difficult Conversations Care After Death Last Days of Life Available for all staff: Introduction to ReSPECT and Advance Care Planning Responding to Distress: Communication Skills End of Life Education for Care Agencies     This training is suitable for all care support worker staff.   This training is equivalent to 60 minutes participatory time for CPD. A certificate will be provided upon completion of this training.   This training does discuss death and dying, and may be upsetting for some audiences.   This training was developed by the MPFT Palliative and End of Life Care Team (Palliative + EOLC). Read more