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

Spirituality and End of Life Care explores the profound aspects of spirituality in the context of end-of-life care. This course delves into essential topics such as understanding what spirituality is and the role of religion in spiritual care. Participants will learn to identify and address spiritual distress, recognising that spirituality can be challenging to navigate. The course provides guidance on the aims and assessments of spiritual care, including its integration within healthcare settings. 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 Care After Death Last Days of Life Available for all staff: ReSPECT and Advance Care Planning Responding to Distress: Communication Skills End of Life Education for Care Agencies Symptom Management at End of Life Care for Care Homes   This training is suitable for all care support worker staff.   This training is equivalent to one hour participatory hours 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

Overview: This webinar is designed to support care home teams in delivering safer, more resilient care during the winter months. Winter brings heightened risks for care home residents. The session will provide practical, care-home-specific guidance to help managers and staff protect residents and reduce pressure on health services. Agenda: Infection Prevention & Control Strategies Exploring approaches to managing infection risks in care home settings during winter. This includes outbreak response, seasonal risk mitigation, and accessing specialist support tailored to your environment. Vaccine Uptake and Awareness Gain clarity on vaccine eligibility for residents and staff, understand access routes, and learn how to promote uptake effectively. The session will also highlight the role of vaccination in protecting vulnerable populations and maintaining safe care environments. Navigation of Urgent and Community Care Support How to manage urgent care needs without defaulting to hospital admission. Information on the available support including NHS 111, the Integrated Care Co-ordination Centre (ICCC), and the palliative care helpline. Speakers: Local professionals from primary care (ICB), public health, and the specialist Infection Prevention & Control team at MPFT.   Who Should Attend: Nursing and Residential Care Providers.   Details When: Monday 3 November, 10am to 11:30am Where: Online Webinar, Microsoft Teams. Read more

This e-learning course is designed to help you understand what a strengths-based approach is and how you can develop it. This course examines the strengths-based approach in depth, focusing on its core principles and value-driven mindset. You’ll explore how to integrate this approach into your daily care practices, supported by an overview of the relevant legislative framework. Developed by the Social Care Academy.   This training is suitable for all care support worker staff.   This training is equivalent to one hour participatory hours for CPD. A certificate will be provided upon completion of this training.   This training was developed by the the Social Care Academy for Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. Read more

Welcome to this module focused on supporting and developing your team This module is part of a suite of modules that support the development of new managers which are aligned to the Manager Induction Standards.  It will provide you with an introduction to key topic areas to peak your interest and direct you to where you can start to learn more and to continue your development. You will hear from other experienced managers, learn about best practice and have time to reflect on your own behaviours.   The module is aligned to part of Standard 2 of the Manager Induction Standards and will cover the following topics: Team leadership and management Recruitment Team learning and development Supervision and supporting performance.   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 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 training introduces the SWAN model of care to guide compassionate and dignified end-of-life and bereavement care. It explores how the model supports patients and their loved ones through personalised actions, communication, and memory-making. Learners will gain practical insights into implementing the SWAN model across care settings, ensuring high-quality, individualised support at every stage.   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 Care After Death Last Days of Life Available for all staff: ReSPECT and Advance Care Planning Responding to Distress: Communication Skills End of Life Education for Care Agencies Symptom Management at End of Life Care for Care Homes   This training is suitable for all care support worker staff.   This training is equivalent to 30 minutes participatory hours 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