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

This Lite-bite course has been developed to introduce the topic of MiDoS for CARE. Further research and learning is required to provide a complete understanding. Requirements are often unique to individual care services, and you should consider how best to implement practices  This Lite-bite course has been developed to introduce the topic of MiDoS for CARE. It provides a brief overview of the online information platform designed for adult social care services in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. The course covers the platform's features, including access to a wide range of supportive information, elements of the NHS directory of services (DoS), and links to various community teams. It also highlights the collaboration between the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board, Staffordshire County Council, and Stoke-on-Trent City Council, as well as the support from local teams and organisations.  Read more

This Lite-bite course has been developed to introduce the topic of Person Centred Care Planning. Further research and learning is required to provide a complete understanding. Requirements are often unique to individual care services, and you should consider how best to implement practices. This Lite-bite course has been developed to introduce the topic of Person Centred Care Planning. It provides an overview of the essential principles and practices involved in creating care plans that are tailored to the unique needs and preferences of individuals. The course emphasises the importance of collaboration, communication, and respect in the care planning process. Participants will learn how to gather and document personal information, understand health and medical history, assess mobility and physical abilities, and consider cognitive and mental health needs. The course also covers topics such as nutritional needs, personal care preferences, social and recreational preferences, and spiritual and religious beliefs. By the end of this course, participants will have a foundational understanding of person-centred care planning and be equipped with the knowledge to implement these practices in their care services. Read more

This Lite-bite course has been developed to introduce the topic of Supporting people to look how they want. Further research and learning is required to provide a complete understanding. Requirements are often unique to individual care services, and you should consider how best to implement practices. This Lite-bite course introduces the essential aspects of respecting and facilitating personal choices regarding appearance in adult social care. It emphasises the importance of honouring individual preferences, whether it involves a specific hairstyle, choice of clothing, or wearing makeup, to boost self-confidence and sense of identity. The course also highlights the significance of promoting dignity and self-respect, which are crucial for mental and emotional health. Participants will explore practical ways to offer this support respectfully, sensitively, and tailored to each person's unique needs and preferences. 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 Leadership Support (2 day course) - 18th/19th February 2025 - 09:00-17:00 - Shire Hall Business Centre, Stafford Leadership Support (2 day course) - 4th/5th March 2025 - 09:00-17:00 - Shire Hall Business Centre, Stafford Leadership Support (2 day course) - 11th/12th March 2025  - 09:00-17:00 - Shire Hall Business Centre, Stafford Leadership Support (2 day course) - 20th/21st 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 Please note this is a two day course. Both days are 9am to 5pm (Please ensure you can commit to both days before booking)  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 Aim: To develop effective leaders who will lead and encourage continuous quality improvement Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to: Describe the term leadership and the qualities of a leader Understand different leadership styles and apply appropriate approaches based on situational needs. Understand the importance of being visible and approachable as a leader List the relevant legislation in the UK Learn how to effectively delegate tasks and responsibilities Describe how staff can understand what the vision, values and strategies of your service are, and how they can achieve them in their role Understand how to effectively manage resources and identify the appropriate type and level of recourses required to deliver safe and effective service             Describe how to identify and address poor or variable staff performance Learn how to identify the strengths, interests, and developmental needs of staff members Understand how to identify and address staff development needs Learn techniques for setting SMART goals for staff development Understand why providing constructive feedback and recognition can support staff in their development journey Develop skills in providing constructive feedback during supervision sessions Learn how to respond to feedback in a timely and professional manner Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills to support and motivate staff members Understand what is active listening and empathetic communication and how to practice it during supervisory interactions Understand the importance of promoting staff wellbeing and resilience Understand how to support staff to manage their own health, care and wellbeing and recognising the importance of self-care in leadership roles Describe how to manage the impact of their emotions and behaviour Understand importance of building and maintaining strong relationships with all staff, including clients, families, and community partners Understand importance with working in collaboration with others in and across networks Understanding the causes of conflict and how to effectively manage it Develop skills in active listening, effective communication, and problem-solving Develop skills in active listening, empathy, and effective communication Develop skills in critical thinking, analysis, and decision-making Understand the importance of considering multiple perspectives and gathering information before making decisions and encouraging other have the confidence and opportunity to contribute. Learn how to make ethical and informed decisions that align with the values and goals of the organisation and respecting the culture beliefs the individual Understand the importance of effectively managing comments and complaints Understand the importance of encouraging improvement and innovation to create continuous service improvement     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 Positive Behaviour Support - 27th February 2025 - 09:00-17:00 - Shire Hall Business Centre, Stafford  Positive Behaviour Support - 28th 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. Session Objectives By successfully completing this course you will be able to: • Understand what is meant by positive behaviour support (PBS) • Describe the benefits of implementing positive behaviour support in the workplace • List the relevant legislations in the UK • Explain how to promote positive behaviour and reduce behaviour that can challenge others • Describe the importance of collection and analysis of data relating to the behaviour concerned • Describe the factors, motives and functions that contribute to challenging behaviours in the • Understand how to create individual behaviour support plans based on functional behaviour assessments and identified goals • Explain the ethical aspects of positive behaviour support • Explain the importance of considering the person and his or her life circumstances, including physical health and emotional needs such as the impact of any traumatic or adverse life events and mental illness • Describe how to design strategies to reduce the occurrence of behaviour that can challenge others through proactive approaches • Demonstrate effective communication skills to engage staff, families, and stakeholders in positive behaviour support initiatives • Explain the importance of collaborating with staff to ensure consistent implementation of behaviour support plans • Describe how to reduce the likelihood of behaviours that challenge by creating physical and social environments that are supportive and capable of meeting people’s needs • Describe preventative approach that aims to teach people new skills to replace behaviours that challenge – and other skills that enhance the opportunities people have for being independent • Explain the importance of involving input from different professionals including multiple evidence-based approaches and treatments that come from a shared value base and are provided in a coordinated and person-centred manner • Explain how and when to use active support and appropriate interventions that support physical, mental health and wellbeing 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 PRN Protocols - 26th February 2025 - 09:15-14:30 - Beaconside Conference Centre (Stone Suite) PRN Protocols - 27th February 2025 - 09:15-14:30 - Beaconside Conference Centre (Stone Suite) 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 session is held at: Beaconside Conference Centre (Stone Suite), Stafford Education and Enterprise Park, Weston Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST18 0BF You can download a map to the Beaconside Conference Centre. What 3 Words - (///dining.slip.vibes) https://w3w.co/dining.slip.vibes Session Outcomes Know the importance of PRNs in person-centred care plans Define PRN medication and its role in care homes, list examples Recognise best practice and exemplary PRN protocols Understand correct recording of PRN medicines (reason/time/dose and outcome) Understand PRN process including assessment, monitoring and review Know process for ordering, discontinuing and managing changes Know importance of collaboration and effective communication with multi-disciplinary team 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 on the day you register your car registration when entering the venue, there is a tablet or QR code available in the foyer of the venue. If you don't do this you will be charged. Refreshment's Refreshment's and lunch will be not be provided on the day, there is an on site café to purchase these or we recommend bringing your own. 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