Bolton Social Care & Health Training Partnership Programme
2014- 2015
Bolton Social Care &
Health Partnership
Training Programme
Welcome to the Social Care and Health Partnership Training Programme.
We offer comprehensive, high quality training courses to suit the mandatory and
essential training requirements of the Adult Social Care and Health workforce. It is
open to all staff and practitioners who come under the umbrella of the Bolton Social
Care and Health Training Partnership including:
Residential Care Homes
Domiciliary Care Providers
Mental Health Care Providers
Extra Care Housing Providers
Voluntary, Community and Faith Sector
Learning Disability Care Providers
Links
Introduction
How to book onto a course
Confirmations
Cancellations
How to pay for courses
Commissioned courses
How to contact us
Location of training venues
Getting the most out of your course
Useful websites/links
Bolton Social Care & Health Training Partnership
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Introduction
Welcome to the Adults Social Care and Health Partnership Training Programme.
This programme has been developed by the Workforce Planning and Development
Team and includes comprehensive training courses to suit the mandatory and
essential training requirements of the Adult Social Care and Health workforce.
In addition to the courses listed in this programme the Workforce Planning and
Development Team will be able to design, co ordinate and commission bespoke
courses specific to your needs, looking at ways in which your staff can develop, not
only through direct training but by linking to others in a similar situation
How to book onto a course
Bookings made via Training Shared Service Centre:
 A booking form for your use can be found by clicking here or email
trainingsharedservicecentre@bolton.gov.uk with the course details
 Telephone bookings cannot be accepted
Course Times
All course times are as noted below unless otherwise stated on the individual course
programme/flyer – please check
Full day courses are 9.30am – 4.30pm
Half day morning courses are 9.30am – 12.30pm
Afternoon sessions are 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Please note that refreshments on one and two day courses will now only consist of a light
sandwich/snack lunch. There is a café on the premises at the Castle Hill Centre where
additional hot and cold food can be purchased.
Confirmations
Once you send in a booking form you will automatically be booked on the course.
If the course is full, you will be contacted and offered an alternative place (if
available) or your place will be cancelled.
IMPORTANT - You will receive a Joining Instruction notification approximately 6
weeks prior to the course date, however, please note this is not a reminder to attend
and will not be accepted as a reason to waive the fee for not attending
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Cancellations
To cancel a course please notify the Training Shared Service Centre on 01204
337600 or email trainingsharedservicecentre@bolton.gov.uk A cancellation must be
made at least 3 weeks prior to the event date, otherwise the following charges will
apply:
Cancellation period
Charge
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If you cancel 3 weeks prior to the course – No charge
If you cancel the course 2/3 weeks of the course date £25
If you cancel a course within one week of the course date or do not attend,
the chargeable fee will be £50.00 (Note no subsidies)
IMPORTANT – Non-attendance without prior notice will always be charged at full
rate unless there are exceptional extenuating circumstances.
How to pay for courses
You will be invoiced in advance of the course taking place. Prompt payment will
ensure your place; failure to pay will result in losing your place.
Commissioned course / training
We value and rely on your input to develop the programme and we hope to ensure
the service we offer meets your needs. If you would like to commission training for
your establishment, please contact the team on 01204 337367 or email
Vanessa.knowles@bolton.gov.uk
How to contact us
If you need any further information about this programme or wish to speak to us
about commissioned training please contact:
Children’s and Adult Services Workforce Planning and Development Team
Tel: 01204 337367 Email: Vanessa.knowles@bolton.gov.uk
Location of training venues
For information on the venue including the address please see the relevant course
page.
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Getting the most out of your course and what you need to
consider
In order to get the most out of the training courses you and your manager, as
appropriate, should spend some time considering the following:
Before the course:
Participant:
 Why do I want to go on the course?
 Is it relevant to my job role and responsibilities?
 Is it a mandatory or essential requirement that I attend this course
 Has my manager agreed or approved my attendance and have I got
agreement on who will pay for the course?
 Due to my working hours/constraints, will I be able to attend the course on
time and will I need to leave work early to get to the venue on time?
 If I don’t get there on time I may be turned away and still be charged in full for
non-attendance
 If I cancel between 2/3 weeks of course date, I or my establishment will be
charged £25
 If I cancel within 1 week of the date, I or my establishment will be charged the
full price
Manager:
 Is it relevant to their job role and responsibilities, do I want them to share their
learning with the team?
 Have I approved their attendance and agreed to who will pay for the course
 Will I need to let them finish early to ensure they get to the venue on time or
do I expect them to attend the course in their own time?
 Do I need to prepare them for the content of the course, e.g. relevance to
work?
 If they cancel within 2/3 weeks of the course date, they or my establishment
will be charged £25
 If they cancel within 1 week of the date, they or my establishment will charged
the full price
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After the course:
Participant:
 What have I learnt from the training course and how can I put what I’ve learnt
into practice
 Have I completed an evaluation form and were my comments constructive?
 How will I share what I’ve learnt with my manager and team?
 Do I need to consider further training courses or remember to record a
renewal date if the course is accredited.
Manager:
 Ensure that opportunities to put the training into practice are available
 Consider if they need further training courses or remember to record a
renewal date if the course is accredited.
Costs for individuals employed by organisations outside
the Social Care & Health Partnership
Course Costs
From £50 for a full day
From £30.00 for a half day
However, please note some courses are priced individually due to external trainer costs.
For applications from outside the Bolton Council VAT will be charged if this is appropriate.
An invoice will be sent from Bolton Council so please do not include payment with the
application.
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Contents
Section 1 – Mandatory or relevant essential Skills in Care
The Administration of Medication Level II SC7038
The Administration of Medication Level II Refresher SC7039
Autistic Spectrum Conditions SC7326
Autistic Spectrum Conditions Refresher SC7326a
Cultural Diversity in Social Care - 3 Faiths Day SC 7028
Deaf Awareness Training SC7005
Disability Awareness Training SC7003
Food Hygiene Level 1 SC7021
Food Hygiene Level 2 SC7018
Health Emergencies SC7007
Hoist Awareness SC7009
Mandatory Update Training incorporating: General Health and Safety, Infection Control,
People Moving and Handling and Hoist Awareness Training SC7009
Moving and Handling People (Full Day) Code: SC 7017
Social Care Common Induction Standards (SCCIS) Code: SC7001
Understanding Refugee & Asylum Course SC7027
Visual Impairment Awareness SC7006
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Section 2 – Development for Managers
Coming Soon…
Section 3 – Adults Services
Dementia and End of Life Care: Dying with Dignity and Dementia SC7382
Dementia and End of Life Care: Missing Words – Connecting with people with Dementia
SC7381
Dementia Foundation SC7330
Dementia Introductory Level Awareness SC7369
Dementia QCF Level 2 SC7365
Managing Challenging Behaviour Course SC7300
Managing Challenging Behaviour One Day Refresher Course SC7301
Mental Health Awareness SC7322
Person Centred Practice SC7333
Risk Taking and Assessment SC7324
Recognising and Responding to Abuse SC7313
Safe Swallowing SC7329
Sage and Thyme Communication Training SC7368
Total Communication SC7321
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Section 1
– Mandatory or relevant essential Skills in Care
The Administration of Medication Level II
Code: SC7038
Objectives
This course clarifies Bolton’s “Medication Policy” and
explains the key medication administration issues that care
staff need in order to meet the needs of our service users.
Please note: This course involves a ‘Theory Test’ and
‘Practical Assessment’ that all course participants must
successfully complete to be deemed Competent in
administering medication in Health and Social Care Settings
Target group
All staff that have a role and responsibility for administering
medication to service users in Health or Social Care Settings
Facilitator
Mick Holden
Venue
Castle Hill
Duration
Full day
Cost
£25.00
Dates
22 April 2014
27 May 2014
1 July 2014
29 July 2014
26 August 2014
23 September 2014
21 October 2014
4 November 2014
9 December 2014
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The Administration of Medication Level II Refresher
Code: SC7039
Aim
Refresher Course
Facilitator
Mick Holden
Venue
Castle Hill
Target group
Health and Social Care Staff who have completed the full 1
day Level II - Administering Medication within the last 2 years
Cost
£25.00
Dates
Duration
8 April 2014
24 April 2014
28 May 2014
25 June 2014
22 July 2014
30 July 2014
5 August 2014
19 August 2014
24 September 2014
30 September 2014
22 October 2014
28 October 2014
5 November 2014
24 November 2014
2 December 2014
10 December 2014
9.30am – 13.30pm
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Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC)
Code: SC7326
Learning Outcomes
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Understand the main characteristics of autistic
spectrum conditions
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Understand how autistic spectrum conditions can
impact on the lives of individuals and those around
them
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Understand different theories and concepts about
autism
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Understand the legal and policy framework the
underpins good practice in the support of individuals
with autistic spectrum conditions

Understand how to achieve effective communication
with individuals with an autistic spectrum condition

Understand how to support individuals with an autistic
spectrum condition.
Facilitator
Pauline Gallagher and Jackie Ludlow
Venue
Castle Hill
Target group
All Adults Social Care staff
Cost
Nil
Duration
Full day – 9.30am – 4.30pm
Dates
8 April 2014
21 July 2014
14 October 2014
27 January 2015
24 March 2015
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Autistic Spectrum Conditions Refresher (ASC)
Code: SC7326a
Learning Outcomes

Understand how autistic spectrum conditions can
impact on the lives of individuals and those around
them

Understand how to achieve effective communication
with individuals with an autistic spectrum condition

Understand how to support individuals with an autistic
spectrum condition
Facilitator
Pauline Gallagher
Venue
Castle Hill
Target group
Cost
Support Workers who have previously undertaken the full day
Autistic Spectrum Conditions (aka Autistic Spectrum
Disorder)
Nil
Duration
Full day – 9.30am – 12.30pm
Dates
13 June 2014
19 September 2014
23 January 2015
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Cultural Diversity in Social Care - 3 Faiths Day
Code: SC7028
Objectives
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Participants should be able to:
Explain the similarities and differences between the
Islamic, Hindu and Christian faiths by visiting their
places of worship.
Translate such knowledge and offer a more culturally
sensitive service to any service user involved with
these faiths.
Target group
All staff
Cost
£25.00
Facilitator
Sharon Wilson/Chan Parma
Venue
Visiting a Bolton Mosque, Temple and Church
Duration
9.30am – 3.00pm
Dates
12 May 2014
15 Sept 2014
10 November 2014
19 January 2015
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Deaf Awareness Training
Code: SC7005
Objectives
Participants should be able to:
 Demonstrate a greater understanding of deaf
people

Explain the different communication methods
that Deaf and Hard of Hearing people use

Demonstrate actions that can be taken to reduce
discrimination
Target group
All social care staff
Cost
£25.00
Facilitator
Barbara Nixon/ SDO Contact Helen White
Venue
Adelaide Depot – Independent Living Services
Duration
Half day – 9.30am – 12.30pm
Dates
13 May 2014
9 September 2014
25 November 2014
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Disability Awareness Training
Code: SC7003
Objectives
Participants should be able to:

Consider and discuss perceptions and images of
people with disabilities

Consider and apply the Disability Discrimination Act
and its relevance to current practices and
consequences for provided services

Discuss and consider theoretical and historical
approaches to people with disabilities

Identify social barriers that impede the inclusion of
people with disabilities – including language
Target group
All social care staff
Cost
£25.00
Facilitator
Helen White and Justine Brown
Venue
Castle Hill
Duration
Full day – 9.30am – 4.15pm
Dates
1 July 2014
29 September 2014
19 March 2015
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Food Hygiene Level 1
Code: SC7021
Objectives
Participants should be able to:

Identify key principles of food hygiene

Secure signed Food Handling Staff Agreement to
Report Infection
Target group
Any member of staff who is preparing light meals / snacks for
a service user
Cost
£25.00
Facilitator
Sarah Hindle
Venue
Castle Hill Centre
Duration
Half day course 9:30 - 12:30
Dates
22 May 2014
16 July 2014
18 September 2014
20 November 2014
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Food Hygiene Level 2 (C.I.E.H.)
Code: SC7021a
Objectives
Participants should be able to:

Recognise key principles of food hygiene

Secure signed Food Handling Staff Agreement to
Report Infection
Target group
Any member of staff who is prepares a full hot meal for
service users
Cost
£25.00
Facilitator
Sarah Hindle
Venue
Castle Hill Centre
Duration
9:30 - 4:30
Dates
20 May 2014
14 July 2014
16 September 2014
18 November 2014
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Health Emergencies
Code: SC7007
Objectives
Participants will be introduced to:

Principles and priorities of first aid incident
management
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Clearing an airway
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Asphyxia: Mouth to mouth ventilation
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Heart stoppage: Cardio pulmonary resuscitation
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Control of severe bleeding

Unconsciousness: general treatment and recovery
position
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Recognition and treatment of: heart conditions,
fainting and head injury

Treatment of burns and scalds
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Treatment of fractures and sprains

Epilepsy / poisons
Target group
Any Social Care staff who has been nominated by their
manager
Cost
£25.00
Facilitator
Bill Houghton/ Contact Kiren Pindoria
Venue
Castle Hill Centre
Duration
Full day
Dates
9 April 2014
12 May 2014
3, 16 June 2014
1,7,17 July 2014
8, 23 Sept 2014
6, 22 October 2014
10, 25 November 2014
15th December 2014
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Hoist Awareness
Code: SC7009
Aim
Promote safe working practices. Update knowledge and skills
of Health and Safety issues
Target group
Any members of staff using hoist / stand aids during their
working day
Cost
£25.00
Facilitator
Karen Jones
Venue
Adelaide House
Duration
Half day, am and pm sessions 9:30 – 12:30 and 13:00 – 16:00
Dates
6, 20 May 2014 (am and pm sessions)
17 June 2014 (pm session only)
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Mandatory Update Training incorporating: General
Health and Safety, Infection Control, People Moving
and Hoist Awareness
Code: SC7009
Objectives
Participants should be able to:
 Identify relevant Health and Safety policies within
Adult and Community Services and how to access
them

Explain the importance of reporting and recording
incidents / accidents

Demonstrate the basic principles of safe moving
and handling

Identify principles of Infection Prevention / Control
and best practice in a variety of situations

Recognise the importance of risk assessments

Demonstrate efficient movement and back care
Target Group
All social care staff (Please note: staff are NOT required to
attend separate People Moving and Handling or Hoist
Awareness training sessions once they have attended this
course as it is incorporated into this session)
Cost
£25.00
Facilitator
Karen Jones/ Michelle Shiers
Venue
Adelaide House
Duration
Full day: 9:30 – 16:00
Dates
9 14 15, 23 29 and 30 April 2014
3 5 18 20 24 and 25 June 2014
2 15 18 and 22 July 2014
2 5 16 19 24 and 30 Sept 2014
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Moving and Handling People (Full Day)
Code: SC 7017
Objectives
Participants should be able to identify key principles of:

Current Legislation / Legal Issues

Risk Assessment

Basic Anatomy / Physiology of the spine

Back care / Health promotion

Practical skills / Equipment

Communication
Target group
All new starters to social care who move and handle people
as part of their everyday work.
Cost
£25.00
Facilitator
Karen Jones/ Michelle Shiers
Venue
Adelaide House
Duration
Full day:
9:30am – 16:00pm
Dates
2nd September 2014
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Social Care Common Induction Standards (SCCIS)
Code: SC7001
Objectives
Participants will gain an understanding and learn to work to
national standards and approaches to service provision.
Target group
Cost
All new social care workers
£100.00
Objectives
Participants should be able to:
 Describe the principles of values care and diversity

Demonstrate emergency first aid principals

Carry out moving & handling, hoist & safe use of
equipment techniques

Demonstrate food hygiene safety

Understanding the experience particular needs of the
service users

Explore safety at working including health & safety, fire
safety, infection control & medication level 1 issues

Distinguish between good, poor or abusive practise
concerning service users and/or their carers
Facilitator
Helen White & Others
Venue
Castle Hill Centre/ 2 days at Adelaide House
Duration
6.5 days over 2 weeks
Dates
2014
May
June
July
September
October
November
2015
January
February
March
9.30am – 4.30pm
12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 22, 23
9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 19, 20
7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 17, 18
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 18, 19
6, 7, 8, 9, 15, 16, 17
10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 20, 21
5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 15, 16
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 12, 13
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 12, 13
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Understanding Refugee & Asylum Course
Code: SC7027
Objectives
Participants should be able to:

Recognise refugee and asylum issues:

Learn why people come to the UK seeking safety and
what happens when they arrive

Find out the responsibilities that host countries have
to asylum seekers and how these are carried out

Listen to how this experience affects individuals within
the asylum system and how it compares to life at home
Target group
All social care staff
Cost
£25.00
Facilitator
Helen White
Venue
Castle Hill
Duration
10am to 4.30pm
Dates
29 April 2014
14 October 2014
13 January 2015
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Visual Impairment Awareness
Code: SC7006
Objectives
Participants should be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of the most common causes
of visual impartment. Explain how to approach and
guide a visually impairment team.

Demonstrate knowledge about visual aids and be
given the opportunity to try these out in a safe learning
environment.

Develop a greater understanding of visual impartment.
Facilitator
Helen White/ Julie Bewley/ Francis Lissett
Target group
Adult Social Care staff
Cost
£25.00
Venue
Adelaide Depot – Independent Living Services
Duration
Half day
Dates
4 June 2014
15 October 2014
4 February 2015
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Section 4 – Adults Services
Dementia and End of Life Care: Dying with Dignity
and Dementia
Code: SC7382
Objectives
Participants should be able to:

Understand how dementia care must be underpinned
by a person centred approach

Understand that each individual's experience of
dementia is unique

Be able to provide support to individuals and key
people during end of life care

Be able to support individuals through the process of
dying

Be able to manage own feelings in relation to the dying
or death of individuals
Facilitator
Pauline Gallagher
Venue
Castle Hill Centre
Target group
All Adults Social Care Staff
Cost
Nil
Duration
Half day - 1.15pm – 16.15pm
Dates
24 June 2014
15 July 2014
23 September 2014
16 December 2014
10 March 2015
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Dementia and End of Life Care: Missing Words –
Connecting with people with Dementia
Code: SC7381
Objectives
Participants should be able to:

Understand that individuals with dementia may
communicate in different ways

Understand the importance of positive interactions
with individuals with dementia

Understand the factors which can affect interactions
and communication of individuals with dementia

Be able to provide support to individuals and key
people during end of life care
Facilitator
Pauline Gallagher
Venue
Castle Hill Centre
Target group
All Adults Social Care Staff
Cost
Nil
Duration
Half day - 9.30am – 12.30pm
Dates
24 June 2014
15 July 2014
23 September 2014
16 December 2014
10 March 2015
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Dementia Foundation
Code: SC7330
Objectives
By the end of the course Participants will be able to:

List new and updated knowledge about Dementia’s
causes and treatments

Distinguish between normal mental ageing. Acute
confusion, Depression and Dementia

Identify areas of support and practice that effect ill/well
being for people with Dementia

Describe in general terms the principles of person
centred dementia care and identify best practice
issues

Consider the implementation of person
centred care principles in the workplace
Facilitator
John Matthias
Venue
Castle Hill Centre
Target group
Care and support staff, Social Workers and students, anyone
supporting people with dementia. Useful as an introduction to
staff who have not had previous training.
Cost
Nil
Duration
Full day – 9.30am – 4.30pm
Dates
22 May 2014
19 June 2014
15 July 2014
17 Sept 2014
19 Nov 2014
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Dementia Introductory Level Awareness
Code: SC7369
Objectives
Participants should be able to:

Outline and refer to facts about the prevalence of
Dementia in UK

Describe the key features of different types of
Dementia and any differences

List new and updated knowledge about Dementia’s
causes and treatments and suggest how risk factors
might be reduced for individuals and communities.

Distinguish between normal mental ageing, acute
confusion and Dementia.

Identify further sources of information and help.
Facilitator
John Matthias
Venue
Castle Hill
Target group
Cost
All staff with public contact; those with a personal or workrelated interest in Dementia but not employed in a caring role.
Nil
Duration
Half Day
Am sessions – 9.30am – 12.30pm
pm sessions – 1.30 pm – 4.30pm
Dates
9 April 2014 pm
10 April 2014 am
14 May 2014 am
14 May 2014 pm
5 June 2014 am
17 June 2014 pm
10 Sept 2014am
11 Sept 2014pm
8 Oct 2014 am
8 Oct 2014 pm
11 Nov 2014 am
1.30pm - 4.30pm
9.30am -12.30pm
9.30am – 12.30pm
1.30pm – 4.30pm
9.30am – 12.30pm
1.30pm – 4.30pm
9.30am – 12.30pm
1.30pm – 4.30pm
9.30am – 12.30pm
1.30pm – 4.30pm
9.30am – 12.30pm
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Dementia QCF Level 2 Course
Code: SC7365
Objectives
To provide information about what dementia is, the different
forms of dementia and how others can impact on an
individual with dementia.
Participants should be able to:
 Describe the key functions of the brain

Explain differences between dementia, delirium and
depression

List common causes of dementia

Outline risk factors

Describe the person centred approach and outline its
benefits

Explain and give examples of how communication
maybe affected and helped

Describe and suggest ways an individual may feel
included and valued
Facilitator
John Matthias
Venue
Castle Hill
Target group
Care and support staff supporting people with Dementia and
Mental Health problems. For staff that are nominated and are
being supported to complete a QCF award.
Cost
Nil
Dates
Course 1 – 12 February, 5 & 26 March, 16 April &
7 May
Course 2 – 2, 23 Sept, 14 Oct, 4 and 25 Nov 2014
Duration
1 course = 5 day sessions over 3 months. Students will be
required to undertake private study and complete workbooks
between classes
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Managing Challenging Behaviour
Code: SC7300
Objectives
By the end of this session you will:
 Identify ways of coping with challenging behaviour so that
the environment and opportunities for the service user
improve and enables staff to carry out their roles with
greater personal security.
 To give care staff the skills to manage challenging
behaviours whilst at the same time maintaining positive
relationships with service users and preserving clients’
dignity.
 To increase staff confidence in managing challenging
behaviours.
 To demonstrate to staff the principles and benefits of
working within a non-aversive framework.
 To provide staff with a greater insight into the common
causes of challenging behaviour
 To provide staff with diffusion and distraction skills with the
aim of reducing the need for physical intervention.
 To make staff aware of the importance of working within the
law and the importance of the correct use of policies.
 To emphasise the importance of de-briefing after incidents.
 To provide staff with physical skills which are safe and
acceptable to both staff and service users alike
Facilitator
Mick Holden
Venue
Castle Hill Centre
Target group
LD Day Service Your Life Your Support, Cornerstone Trust,
MENCAP
Cost
£75.00
Duration
3 Day – 9.30am – 4.30pm
Dates
14, 15, 16 April 2014
19, 20, 21 May 2014
1,2, 3 September 2014
17, 18, 19 November 2014
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Managing Challenging Behaviour One Day
Refresher Course
Code: SC7301
Objectives
This one day follow up course takes place approx. 18-24
months after the initial 3 day Managing Challenging
Behaviour course and involves refreshing skills and
evaluation of course experiences.
Facilitator
Mick Holden
Venue
Castle Hill Centre
Target group
Your Life Your Support, Cornerstone Trust, MENCAP
Cost
£25.00
Duration
1 Day – 9.30am – 4.30pm
Dates
14 May,
4th June,
16th July,
6th August,
1st or 29th October 2014
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Mental Health Awareness
Code: SC7322
Objectives
•
Identify different views on the nature of mental wellbeing and mental health
•
Recognise the types of interventions and treatment
which might reduce or eliminate the effects of mental
illness
•
Describe key factors which promote mental well-being
and mental health
•
Relate course content to their work practice
Facilitator
Pauline Gallagher
Venue
Castle Hill
Target group
All staff who do not work in specialist mental health teams
Cost
£25.00
Duration
Full day – 9.30am – 4.30pm
Dates
30 June 2014
3 October 2014
9 January 2015
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Person Centred Practice
Code: SC7333
Objectives
Participants should be able to:

Explain how and why person centred values must
influence all aspects of health and social care work

Demonstrate some practical tools for working in a
person centred way

Identify ways to promote active participation

Describe ways to promote individuals well – being
This training provides evidence which will enable you to
work towards unit 422-305 within the Qualification Credit
Framework
Facilitator
Pauline Gallagher
Venue
Castle Hill Centre
Target group
Social Care Staff
Cost
£25.00
Duration
Full day – 9.30am – 4.30pm
Dates
30th May 2014
11th July 2014
3oth September 2014
11th November 2014
13th January 2015
9th March 2015
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Risk Taking and Assessment
Code: SC7324
Outcomes

Understand that individuals with disabilities have the
same rights as everyone else to take risks

Understand the importance of a positive, person
centred approach to risk assessment

Understand the legal and policy framework
underpinning an individual with disabilities right to
make decisions and take risks

Understand the importance of considering with an
individual with disabilities the risk associated with the
choices they make

Understand the importance of a partnership approach
to risk taking.
Facilitator
Pauline Gallagher / Sharon Drew
Venue
Castle Hill Centre
Target group
All staff who support people with disabilities
Cost
£25.00
Duration
Full day – 9.30am – 4.30pm
Dates
20th May 2014
16th September 2014
15th December 2014
3rd March 2015
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Recognising & Responding to Abuse
Code: SC7313
Objectives
Participants should be able to:

Define safeguarding and their role in safeguarding
Adults.

Recognise an adult potentially in need of Safeguarding
and take action appropriate to your role.

Recognise the procedures for making a “Safeguarding
Alert”

Define dignity and respect when working with
individuals.

Identify policy, procedures and legislation that support
Safeguarding Adults activity.
Target group
All frontline support staff
Cost
Nil
Facilitator
Janet Ramsden/Pauline Gallagher
Venue
Castle Hill Centre
Duration
1:15 – 4:15
Dates
11 April 2014
12 19 May 2014
6 and 20 June 2014
7 July 2014
9, 19, 30 September 2014
7 18 24 November 2014
12 December 2014
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Safe Swallowing
Code: SC7329
Objectives
Participants should be able to:

Identify normal and abnormal swallowing

Detect signs of swallowing and know when to refer for
help at an early stage

Recognise bad and good practice in managing
swallowing difficulties
Facilitator
Andrew Forbes /Kathleen Lopuszansky / SDO Contact
Pauline Gallagher
Venue
Castle Hill Centre
Target group
Support staff in Learning Disability Services
Cost
£25.00
Duration
9.30am – 12.30pm
Dates
6th May
7th August
4th November 2014
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Sage and Thyme Communication Training
Code: SC7368
Objectives
This 3 hour SAGE and THYME foundation level
communication skills workshop offers a memorable
structured approach for working with people in distress. The
course reminds staff how to listen and how to respond in a
way which empowers the service user. The training is based
on evidence based research findings on effective
communication skills.
Facilitator
Health and social care staff who have been trained as Sage
and Thyme facilitators/contact Pauline Gallagher
Venue
Castle Hill Centre
Target group
All Health and Social Care staff
Duration
Half Day
Dates, Venue, Times
12 May 2014 9.30am-12.30 at Castle Hill
4 June 2014 9.30am-12.30 at Bolton Hospice
2 September 2014
1pm – 4pm at Bolton Hospice
21 October 2014 1pm – 4pm at RBH
5 November 2014
5 December 2014
Booking Information
9.30-12.30 at Bolton Hospice
9.30am-12.30 at RBH
Please email endoflifecareeducation@boltonft.nhs.uk to book a
place, or for more information contact
pauline.gallagher@bolton.gov.uk
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Total Communication
Code: SC7321
Objectives
Facilitator
Participants should be able to:

Explain the concept of Total Communication

Describe the developmental nature of communication

Demonstrate the use of signs

Recognise and demonstrate the use of symbol
Kathleen Lopuszansky/Julie Eastwood/Andrew Forbes,
SDO Contact Pauline Gallagher
Venue
Castle Hill Centre
Target group
All Learning Disability staff
Cost
£50.00
Duration
4x ½ day 9:30 – 12:30
Dates
10th, 17th, 24th June
1st July
6th, 13th, 20th, 27th November 2014
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Useful Websites/Links
http://www.skillsforcare.org.uk/Home.aspx
http://www.hscic.gov.uk/home
http://www.scie.org.uk/
http://www.cfwi.org.uk
http://www.dementiaaction.org.uk/
http://dyingmatters.org/
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