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

Gathering feedback is a crucial aspect of ensuring continuous improvement and meeting the needs of those you support. Understanding how to effectively collect and utilize feedback can lead to meaningful changes. This course will explore various methods for gathering feedback through Microsoft Forms but there are other digital platforms that can be used to gather feedback. Microsoft Forms has been selected as the core basis for this course following feedback through the Academy. Licence costs for accessing the application may be applicable and alternative platforms are available. 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 IDDSI Framework Training for Texture Modified Diets - 10th September 2025 - 09:30-15:30 - Beaconside Conference Centre (Uttoxeter Suite), Stafford Enterprise Park, Weston Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST18 0BF IDDSI Framework Training for Texture Modified Diets - 26th February 2026 - 09:30-15:30 - Beaconside Conference Centre (Uttoxeter Suite), Stafford Enterprise Park, Weston Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST18 0BF (Tickets for this date will 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: Beaconside Conference Centre (Uttoxeter Suite), Stafford Enterprise Park, Weston Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST18 0BF Course Aim and Description Dining with Dignity provides complete training for chefs, catering teams, housekeepers, care home managers, carers, registered nurses, activity coordinators or anyone who could be involved in the preparation, cooking and delivery of food to residents at risk. The training has specific learning outcomes for all individual teams, including practical demonstrations and advice for the kitchen staff to include preparation, cooking and presentation of meals, theory and practical demonstrations. The training includes a workshop with group participation around the delivery of the meal service, and understanding the importance of the dining experience in relation to meeting of individual nutrition and hydration needs. Why the training? Are you providing Texture Modified Diets to individuals in your care? Do you have complaints from residents or family members about the quality/taste/appearance of texture modified diets? Are you unhappy with the presentation of Texture Modified Diets that you currently provide? Are you worried that residents may be at risk of choking or malnutrition because of inconsistencies in the preparation of textured diets? Are you concerned that you can evidence you are meeting the CQC requirements (meeting the individuals dietary needs-special diets). Do you want to improve both the nutritional content and appearance of meals provided to your residents? If the answer is yes, then this training is suitable for you.  The training will cover the following:  Essential Communication for the kitchen Why a Textured Modified Diet? The risk associated with Dysphagia (swallowing problems) Weight loss prevention Methods of cooking meat, fish, vegetables and desserts to enable the delivery of the IDDSI framework To include presentation and texture consistencies Audit tool included to check compliance. Improved dining experience for residents. 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 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 Refreshments and lunch 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

This Lite-bite course has been developed to introduce the topic of Action 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 introduces the essential aspects of effective action planning and how to ensure it is done constructively. Read more

This Lite-bite course has been developed to introduce the topic of Assessing Risk. 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 e-Learning course provides a comprehensive overview of risk assessment in adult social care. The course covers the essential steps of identifying, evaluating, and managing potential risks to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals receiving care. Participants will learn about the importance of person-centred and dynamic risk assessments, the use of risk matrices, and the implementation of effective prevention measures. Through practical examples and interactive quizzes, learners will gain the knowledge and skills needed to conduct thorough risk assessments and contribute to a safer care environment.  Read more

This Lite-bite course has been developed to introduce the topic of Audit Fundamentals. 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 topic of Audit Fundamentals, providing an essential overview of the audit process and its significance in ensuring high-quality, safe, and effective care. Audits are not merely compliance measures but opportunities for developing everyday practices, building trust, ensuring quality, and driving continuous improvement. This course covers the circular nature of the audit process, its role in regulatory compliance, quality improvement, risk management, and staff development. It emphasises the importance of audit documentation in training, legal protection, and defending organizational actions. While this course provides a foundational understanding, further research and learning are recommended to tailor practices to individual care services. Read more

This Lite-bite course has been developed to introduce the topic of career development planning. The course covers essential topics such as setting career goals, developing your plan, and enhancing your key skills. You will learn how to identify opportunities for growth, build a professional network, and continuously adapt to changes. Read more