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

What is Motivational Interviewing? It is an effective evidence-based approach to overcoming ambivalence (ambivalence keeps many people from making positive life.) It is non-judgmental, non-confrontational and non-adversarial. It is a method that works on facilitating and engaging motivation within the customer in order for them to think about and change their behaviour.   This training can be booked through Insight Academy's EventBrite Webpage. When: Tuesday 7 October 2025, 9:30am - 4pm Wednesday 8 October, 9:30am - 4pm This is a two-day course. You must attend both days to complete the course. Where: The Dudson Centre, Hope Street, Hanley, ST1 5DD The car park at the Dudson Centre is at the front of the building and is pay & display   Eligibility This session is available to people who live or work in the Stoke-on-Trent area. Other Information The training is appropriate for anyone who is dealing directly with children, young people and adults including: Managers, Social Care, Organisational Leaders, Housing Officers, Frontline staff etc. Lunch & Refreshments will be provided, if you have any dietary requirements please let us know at least 2 weeks prior to the training date. Course and Trainer Information Steven Talbot has been successfully training people in Motivational Interviewing for eleven years. He has trained: Social workers, teachers and teaching support, housing officers, all manner of front facing support workers, fire and safety officers, mental health professionals and various other professionals. Feedback from the course has been 100% positive, with many people stating how the course has changed the way that they work with customers and / or service users, and seen customers making great strides in changing their lives. 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

This Lite-bite course has been developed to introduce the topic of Delivering Quality Improvement. 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 Delivering Quality Improvement. It provides an overview of the key concepts and principles of quality improvement, emphasising the importance of making sustainable improvements to enhance the quality of care services and the lives of the people being supported. The course covers the ongoing cycle of reflection, review, and change, and highlights the benefits of quality improvement, such as ensuring safe, effective, person-centred care, meeting regulatory standards, and increasing satisfaction and well-being for both staff and those receiving care. Read more