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Understanding Autism - Level 2 Certificate This qualification aims to develop learners’ understanding of autism and the principles of supporting individuals with autism - covering the person-centred approach and influence of positive communication methods, how to support posit...

Awareness of Mental Health Problems - Level 2 Certificate If you're looking to develop an understanding and appreciation of mental health conditions, this course will help you do just that. During this course, you will gain new knowledge and skills for your personal life as well as your career...

Safeguarding and Prevent - Level 2 Certificate In 2019, a total of 5,738 individuals were referred to Prevent programme, with the education sector accounting for 33% of this number. Safeguarding is an essential part of any role that involves working with children, young people, or vulne...

Principles of Dementia Care - Level 2 Certificate Dementia is one of the main causes of disability in later life, and cases are rising. By 2052, it's expected that two million people in the UK will have dementia. If you work with people with dementia, it's important that you unders...

Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care - Level 2 Certificate The need for adult social care continues to rise at a time when the system supporting that care is rapidly and significantly changing. With around 1.5 million people working in adult social care in England, care workers need up-to-dat...

Introducing Caring for Children and Young People - Level 2 Certificate It's essential to ensure the safety and well-being of children under your care. This involves being aware of the potential risks they may face, such as abuse, exploitation, and unhealthy habits. Our course equips you with the knowledge ...

Customer Service - Level 2 Certificate Providing exceptional customer service is paramount to the success of any business. If you work in customer service, this Level 2 customer service course can improve your skills and ensure that every customer has a positive experience. Thi...

An Introduction to GDPR Training This course is great for those wanting a basic introduction to the topic of General Data Protection Regulation and the changes from the Data Protection Act 1998.

An Introduction to the Autism Spectrum If you work with children this course is perfect for you to gain a basic understanding of autism, recognise the main characteristic of behaviour and understand the range of the spectrum.

FGM (Abuse Linked to Faith or Belief) Understand the links between the issues surrounding FGM (female genital mutilation), abuse linked to faith or belief and forced marriage. You will learn how to identify vulnerable people and how to report and act on such knowledge.

LGBTQ Awareness Want to gain a much deeper understanding of the key issues facing LGBTQ+ workers? Help ensure individuals are safeguarded in the workplace and widen your awareness of gender identity and sexual orientation.

Promoting Emotional and Spiritual Well-Being Gain the knowledge and understanding of how to promote the emotional and spiritual well-being of those you care for and support.

Communication with Remote Teams Perfect for any business owner, manager or HR professional who wants to ensure their communication skills, or those of their staff, are suited to a remote working environment.

Developing a high performing team Take your business and management skills to the next level by understanding the characteristics of low/high performing teams, analysing why a low-performing is rarely successful and review how to build a high-performing team.

Employment Law for Line Managers: Managing Change and Performance Lawfully manage organisational change and disciplinary matters and understand the key aspects you must be aware of during the recruitment process.

Maintaining Team Culture for Remote Teams Are you in charge of a remote team? Maintain a healthy team culture and effectively promote team engagement and communication with this short course.

Awareness of Health and Safety at Work Awareness Health and Safety at Work is designed to teach both employees and employees why health and safety in the workplace is so important in relation to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.

Performance Management for Remote Teams Are you a business owner or manager who wants insights into how to effectively performance manage a remote team? This session provides you with all the essential information you need to be able to do this effectively and with confidence.

Supporting your staff through mental health Explore the six main factors affecting mental health and wellbeing at work and how you can support your employees. This session looks at helping to define mental health, the symptoms, the impact it can have, legislation surrounding mental h...

Team Strategy and Planning Learn how to develop and explain organisational strategy, what an organisational strategy is, and who should be responsible for creating one, including the five recommended steps.

Safe Sleeping for Babies - Reducing the Risk of SIDS Gain the skills and knowledge on practical and effective ways to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). This course, Safer Sleeping for Babies, gives up to date information on how to make sleeping safer for babies and gives...

Understanding Young Minds Develop a deeper understanding on the subject of teenage self-harm and parental ways to support your children in a sensitive and informational way. The session will provide you with a basic awareness of the subject to help you approach your...

An Introduction to Infection Prevention and Control From learning how to effectively wash your hands to why infection control is so important, understand how to play your part in helping to prevent viruses from spreading.

First Aid: Primary Survey First Aid is essential for businesses and individuals, having a basic understanding of what to do if you're first on the scene of an accident could help save a life. Learn how to assess the situation as a potential danger zone and how to as...

Mental Health Awareness Take control of your mental health and manage your personal wellbeing with this online course. You'll be able to describe types of positive mindsets and how they can be adopted to improve different aspects of your life.

Prevent COVID-19 Need a little help and guidance on COVID-19 in the workplace? This session suggests best practice for businesses in the current climate. The training includes; an introduction, the symptoms, how to prevent COVID-19, social distancing, self-...

Statutory & Mandatory Training: Infection Prevention & Control (Clinical) Are you working in a clinical setting? This course aims to teach staff practical solutions designed to prevent harm caused by infection to both patients and health workers.

Statutory & Mandatory Training: Infection Prevention & Control (Non-Clinical) Are you working in a role where infection prevention and control is important? Our online session provides information about how to keep yourself, and those around you, as safe as possible from the spread of infection. It is vital to unders...

Supporting your Team Filled with lots of guidance and practical tips, our short session has been designed to help managers support the health and wellbeing of their remote team. It is short, bite-sized and filled with practical guidance and advice about a range...

Food Allergy Awareness and Level 2 Food Hygiene Training Package Gain a better understanding of what a food allergy is, the legislations and practical processes surrounding allergies, hazards and contaminations, and food law.

Toxic Trio (Hidden Harm, Parental Mental Health, Parental Substance Misuse) The Toxic Trio describes the massive impact domestic abuse, parental mental health issues and parental substance abuse can have on both vulnerable children, young people and the parents themselves. This session will help the learner define ...

Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Training It's important to understand the risks associated with Display Screen Equipment (DSE) and for you and your staff to be compliant with current rules and regulations.

Customer Care If you pride yourself on great customer service, this is the course for you to get one step ahead. Learn to understand the causes of poor customer care, good customer care skills and how to handle complaints.

Fire Safety Training Ensure safety in your workplace with our online fire safety course to gain the knowledge and understanding required to act safely in the event of a fire.

Manual Handling in the Workplace Correct manual handling reduces the risk of incurring an injury in the work environment. On this course you will be provided with all the knowledge you need to learn how to safely lift, lower, push, pull and carry items.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace With this Equality, Diversity and Inclusion for Employees session, discover what the three terms mean, the differences between them and how to live and breathe an equality, diversity and inclusion strategy within your business.

Statutory & Mandatory Training: Basic Life Support (Paediatrics) Looking to gain a clear understanding of what to do if a child stops breathing? This short session includes all you need to know details and how to react

Statutory & Mandatory Training: Basic Life Support (Non-Clinical) Are you working in a healthcare environment? This online training will enable you to recognise cardiorespiratory arrest, know how to summon emergency help and to be able to start cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) using chest compressions.

Mental Health First Aid & Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace - Level 2 Certificate The purpose of this qualification is to give you the skills to support colleagues with mental health problems. These skills will be gained by increasing your knowledge and understanding of mental health conditions and the princ...

1 September 2025

Working in Adult Health & Social Care - Taster Session The World Health Organisation estimates there will be a healthcare workforce gap of around 14.5 million by 2030. This taster course will give you an introduction to the knowledge and skills needed when working with adults in ...

Non-regulated Tailored Learning, Entry Level, Health and Social Care

10 September 2025

Counselling Skills - Taster Session There has never been greater focus or emphasis on the importance of mental health and wellbeing. Studying Counselling Courses will empower you to develop an understanding of the science and theory underpinning emotional welfare development....

17 September 2025

Understanding Mental Health - Taster Session This FREE 2-week taster course is designed to introduce mental health and mental well-being. It will give you an opportunity to find out about the full Level 3 course offered at the college and gain an insight into areas within the sector. ...

17 September 2025

Counselling Skills - Level 2 Certificate There has never been greater focus or emphasis on the importance of mental health and wellbeing. Studying Counselling Courses will empower you to develop an understanding of the science and theory underpinning emotional welfare development....

Understanding Mental Health - Level 3 Certificate This FREE qualification is designed to increase learners’ knowledge and understanding of mental health and mental well-being. Successful completion of the required units will allow the learner to develop in-depth knowledge and underst...

Health & Social Care - Level 2 Diploma This qualification is for those learner aged 19+ and develops the knowledge and skills needed when working with adults in health and social care environments. It covers a wide range of areas including supporting individuals with their physi...

Caring for Children - Level 1 Diploma Ideal for anyone considering a future career in caring for children, this Level 1 Diploma is the perfect course to kickstart your career. You'll gain an understanding of the knowledge and skills needed to care for young children effectively...

1 September 2025

Level 2 Diploma in Care Ever dreamed of working in the cherished healthcare sector? Be part of the next generation of Health Professionals with our Level 2 Diploma in Care. You'll be in safe hands as you learn from our industry expert tutors with decades of...

2 September 2025

Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma - Health Science Professions This pathway is designed for learners who wish to pursue careers that require additional content to get into university such as Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Paramedic roles and Speech Therapy. The Access to HE Diploma is designed to refle...

Access to HE Diploma

1 September 2025

Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma - Humanities Our Access to Humanities Diploma offers you a route into a variety of Higher Education courses and rewarding professional careers. It is especially relevant for student wishing to work in education and teaching, the media and jour...

Access to HE Diploma

1 September 2025

Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma - Nursing Study our Level 3 Access to Higher Education in Nursing Diploma and gain the skills, experience and confidence you need for a career where you can make a difference to the lives of hundreds of patients, either adults or child...

Access to HE Diploma

1 September 2025

Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma - Health Professions This pathway is designed for learners who wish to pursue careers that require additional content to get into university such as Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Paramedic roles and speech therapy. The Access to HE Diploma in Health Professions&...

Access to HE Diploma

1 September 2025

Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma - Sport and Exercise This course is designed for people aged 18 or over and is perfect for anyone looking to start a career in any sports, exercise, health or nutrition professions, or considering changing careers to work in these fields. A career in any of ...

Access to HE Diploma

1 September 2025

Foundation Degree in Health & Social Care - Level 5 Be part of the next generation of Health and Social Care Professionals, with our Level 5 Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care you can train to make a difference. You'll be in safe hands as you learn from our industry...

15 September 2025

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