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

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace (NCFE) The ICS works in partnership with Stoke on Trent College to be able to offer you the opportunity to study for this Level 2 Certificate. Course Summary Unit 01: Exploring Mental Health This unit will introduce learners to different types of mental ill health. They will understand factors which may contribute to mental ill health and actions that can be taken. Unit 02: Understand how to support individuals with mental ill health The aim of this unit is to understand how to support individuals with mental ill health. Learners will understand their responsibilities and how to protect their own mental health. Unit 03: Understand a Mentally Healthy Environment Learners will know about relevant legislation. They will understand mentally healthy environments and wellness action plans. Entry Requirements You must be aged 19+ There are some eligibility restrictions dependent on where you live (full details will be provided at the session). You must have been an EU resident for at least 3 years No qualifications are necessary for you to start the course. Delivery method This course is delivered through Distance Learning. You will study for this qualification in your own time and toward set deadlines at your own pace. You will be assigned a tutor to support you through the qualification plus support is also offered at the College. Enrolling To help with enrolment the ICS are running webinars which you can access: When: Wednesday 10 September 2025, 10am to 10:45am Thursday 13 November 2025, 2pm to 2:45pm Where: Online Webinar How to Book: You can book these with the links above, or through the ICS's tickettailor website. Alternatively, you can access the course through Stoke-on-Trent College's website. Post Course Following completion of this course we will be sharing your details with the Health & Wellbeing Lead within your organisation so that appropriate resources can be shared and that your organisation can capture details of those qualified in MHFA to link you into any applicable networks. If you need any further details, please contact the ICS Health and Care People Team at icsretention@staffsstoke.icb.nhs.uk.     Read more

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. Courses Level 2 - Working with individuals with learning disabilities This course is accessible to all residents of Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. It is available at: Newcastle and Stafford College Group South Staffs College Stoke-on-Trent College This qualification is designed to help you prepare for or progress within roles where you work or interact with people with learning disabilities, whether in health care, social care, education, or housing support. It aims to develop your knowledge and understanding of safeguarding, positive risk-taking, and the autistic spectrum, supporting your role in working with individuals with learning disabilities. Read more

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. Courses Level 2 - Safe Handling of Medication This course is accessible to all residents of Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. It is available at: Burton and South Derbyshire College Newcastle and Stafford College Group South Staffordshire College Stoke-on-Trent College   This courses explores the principles and guidelines around medication handling. This includes the administration, storage, administration and disposal protocols. Explore key principles of medication handling, including storage, administration and disposal protocols. Additional information is offers around types of medications, effects, side-effects, record-keeping, medication labels, and communication with professionals. Disclaimer These are external courses promoted through the Social Care Academy as part of its commitment to providing diverse learning. By participating you are acknowledging that the Social Care Academy is not accountable for issues arising from this course’s content or delivery by external providers. Learners are advised to undertake due diligence to ensure the suitability of the course for their individual needs. Externally referenced courses may have applicable costs and conditions. Read more

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. Courses Level 2 - Certificate in Self-Harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention This course is accessible to all residents of Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. It is available at: Burton and South Derbyshire College Newcastle and Stafford College Group South Staffordshire College Stoke-on-Trent College This course aims to improve the learner's understanding and awareness about both suicide and self-harm. It explores, risk, warning signs, protective factors, and offers strategies for prevention and intervention. Disclaimer These are external courses promoted through the Social Care Academy as part of its commitment to providing diverse learning. By participating you are acknowledging that the Social Care Academy is not accountable for issues arising from this course’s content or delivery by external providers. Learners are advised to undertake due diligence to ensure the suitability of the course for their individual needs. Externally referenced courses may have applicable costs and conditions. Read more

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. Courses Level 2 - Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges This course is accessible to all residents of Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. It is available at: Burton and South Derbyshire College Newcastle and Stafford College Group South Staffordshire College Stoke-on-Trent College This course is aimed at improving the learners understanding, awareness and ability to respond to behaviour that challenges.  It is useful for people who are working in care, or have friends or relatives who have care needs and may display behaviour that challenges. Read more

Welcome to this module focused on making decisions A key component of a manager's role in adult social care is to make decisions and provide direction. The service and team members you lead will look to you to make decisions on how to provide the best possible care and support to the people accessing your service. These same team members may be able to contribute and provide their views, but part of your role is to hold responsibility for the final decision and set the direction of your service as a whole. The module is aligned to Standard 8 of the Manager Induction Standards and will cover the following three topics: Decision Making in adult social care Making decisions Involving and empowering others in the decision-making process 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