Social Care

This three-hour course will help you to gain knowledge of terminology and legal aspects surrounding medicine administration. The workshop will cover principles, complications and risks associated with administering medications, responsibilities and reporting.

This course is for practitioners who assess the needs of autistic adults. You must complete the Oliver McGowan Autism and Learning Disability e-learning before attending.

This workshop is for people working in domiciliary, residential and day care services (statutory, voluntary, independent and private sectors) in South Gloucestershire. It includes a trainer presentation, discussion, and a multiple-choice assessment to confirm knowledge.

Connecting Care is a South Gloucestershire, North Somerset and Bristol City Council system that supports better information sharing; joining up information; better, safer decisions; and increased efficiency. This e-module covers what Connecting Care is and how to access it.

This course, delivered by Beacon, will increase organisational understanding and capability in key aspects of the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) to make sure that people we support receive healthcare they are entitled to.

This one-day course is for adult practitioners/managers who have a role in effective practice with carers in South Gloucestershire. It covers knowledge, understanding and skills required to work with carers as key partners of Adult Social Care.

This course will help you to increase skills and confidence in writing court documents. The course includes an overview of courtroom etiquette and processes, essential evidence recording techniques, key court forms, and completing Court of Protection forms.

This half-day course will increase knowledge and understanding about Direct Payments (DP). It will build your confidence to promote DPs to people who have care and/or support needs to enhance their wellbeing and independence.

This course is for staff in the council and the statutory, voluntary and independent sectors and work with people with epilepsy. If you do not administer rescue treatment for Statis Epilepticus you need only attend the morning session.

This one-day interactive course provides delegates with information and guidance on capacity and the legal frameworks relevant to self-neglect, including hoarding. It is targeted at all health and social care professionals who work with people who self-neglect.

This course is ideal for Social Care and Occupational Therapy Practitioners who work directly with people in need of care and support. Delivered over two half-days, this course gives an understanding of the Care Act 2014, its principles, and duties.

The underpinning theme is the importance of legal literacy and defensible decision-making in effective practice. Drawing on practical experience and theoretical perspectives you will explore factors that can both support and undermine your defensible decision-making.

This is a half-day mandatory course for Adult Social Care Occupational Therapist Assistants who have responsibility for moving people. It needs to be completed annually to meet the expectations of your role as a Social Care Practitioner (Occupational Therapy).

This community-based course is for anyone who works with adults, children and families to raise awareness about mental health and wellbeing at all ages. It covers responding to a person who needs support, the views of people with lived experience, and information on approaches and services.

This course is for professionals who work in mental health, substance misuse, offending, social work, domestic violence, supported housing, young people's services, family work etc. It provides a deeper understanding of skills and knowledge in motivational interviewing.

This is a full-day mandatory course for Adult Social Care Occupational Therapists. It needs to be completed annually to meet the expectations of your role as an Occupational Therapist and to adhere to registration requirements.

This two-tier training for professionals who provide direct support will enhance awareness and understanding of autism and learning disabilities. Tier 1 is an e-learning module; Tier 2 is a face-to-face session co-delivered with people who have lived experience.

This course explores the PIP application process, completing self-assessments, understanding benefit interactions, assessment scoring, appeals, and key roles involved. Delivered by James Hennefeld, an experienced social worker and AMHP with expertise in hidden disabilities and PIP access.

This e-module highlights the importance of technology in social care, helping you become more tech-aware. It explains how technology impacts our lives and work, emphasising the need to integrate tech into both professional and personal spheres.

This one-day course is for adult social care practitioners and managers. You will explore how strength-based approaches reflect your professional values, are required by the legal framework, and fit with the role of Adult Social Care in the 2020s.

This half-day course provides a refresher to develop your understanding of how reablement fits within the wider context  as a key intervention within adult social care. It involves practical tools and discussions to build on existing knowledge.

This e-module introduces Reablement, explaining its purpose and function. It highlights how Reablement can benefit the people we work with by promoting independence, improving quality of life, and supporting individuals in regaining skills and confidence.

Inter-parental conflict between a child’s parents/carers will have a considerable impact on child outcomes. This 1.5-hour bitesize training course will explore the impact of frequent arguing on children and the resources you can use to support healthy relationships.

Evidence-based writing supports reflective learning and enhances analytical thinking, and makes analysis easy. As Adult Social Care professionals we need to write with structure and clarity. We need clear, concise, relevant, and meaningful writing that captures the service user's voice. 

This e-module introduces Occupational Therapy and Social Work staff to the three conversations (3Cs) approach, covering its principles, rules, types of conversation, and their application, as well as how the 3Cs approach relates to the Care Act.

This course will help you develop an understanding of the diagnostic category of personality disorder. It provides an introduction to the issues and can be an update for staff who are already trained or experienced in working with people with a personality disorder.

This e-module will help you understand the purpose of advocacy and the advocacy role. It will help you identify the different types of advocacy, understand more about the VoiceAbility service and consider how both services can work better together.

This e-module is for partners of South Gloucestershire Council who complete the Early Help Assessment and Plan (EHAP). It introduces Early Help, explains the EHAP process, and provides advice on completing an EHAP.

This workshop explores attachment and trauma theories, their applications, and how to assess and develop attachment-based interventions. It will help social work, education, and care professionals to enhance skills and confidence in trauma recovery practice.

In this e-module there is a presentation which outlines some of the key aspects of the Care Leavers offer and resources available. To keep up to date, we encourage you to download our Bridges SG app which is where we will push out new offers as we develop them.

This e-module give you access to a 40-minute video which covers the processes for children in care that launched on the 1st April 2023. The video walkthrough includes the child and young person’s care plan and explains the processes associated with it.

This workshop focuses on planning interventions for challenging cases, and explores live cases. It includes theory, child development, assessment approaches, and case discussions, aimed at practitioners working with children and young people in community services.

Local Authorities have responsibility for looked after children -  corporate parenting. Members and senior officers have a role to play. This e-module will help councillors understand their role and responsibilities in improving outcomes for looked after children.

This two-day course covers understanding the legal system, including family, criminal, and youth courts, and the Public Law Outline. The course will help you to become well-equipped for court proceedings.

This workshop is an opportunity for education settings and external partners to develop their awareness of Early Help and to understand the crucial role that they play in supporting children and families at an Early Help level.

This e-module provides access to a video overview of the long-term fostering matching process. It will give you an understanding of the steps involved in matching foster children with suitable long-term placements.

This course explores various Risks Outside the Home (ROTH) for children, covering legislation, case studies, and practical tools. It replaces three previous exploitation courses and includes insights from local and national safeguarding practices.

This one-day course is for practitioners from Integrated Children’s Services who work with children, young people, and families with safety or wellbeing concerns. You will learn how to use the Signs of Safety Planning process to develop and record safety/wellbeing plans in Mosaic.

This two-day training is for professionals who work with children, young people, and families with safety, health, or development concerns. Learn the theory behind the Signs of Safety approach and practice using conversations and tools to explore worries, strengths, and goals.

This e-module is designed for staff working with children and families in South Gloucestershire. It aims to help you understand the chosen practice framework, ensuring you are well-equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to support your work.

Access the comprehensive video walkthrough that details the Signs of Success Mapping and the Signs of Success Pathway Planning Mapping. This video covers the processes for children in care that were introduced in April 2023.

This one-day accredited course equips professionals working with young people and care leavers with vital suicide prevention skills. It builds confidence to identify warning signs, initiate life-saving conversations, and connect individuals to support through practical guidance, theory, and real-world application.

This three day workshop introduces systemic practice ideas and skills for working with children, young adults, and families. It combines theory with practical examples, encourages collaboration, and supports all staff, regardless of prior experience, in enhancing their practice.

Children’s services writing often lacks structure and clarity. We need clear, concise, and relevant writing that captures the child’s voice. Evidence-based writing supports reflective learning and enhances analytical thinking. In this course we make analysis easy and effective.

Led by Barnardo’s Lived Experience Consultancy, it will empower Children’s Social Care staff to deepen trauma awareness through real-life insights. Participants gain practical strategies, reflective space, and inspiration to enhance trauma-informed practice, guided by people with lived experience.

Total Respect is a national training course co-delivered by care-experienced young people. It helps adults understand and respond to the needs of children in care, promoting effective listening, acting on their wishes, and enhancing children's rights and participation.

This session raises awareness of young carers, their roles, challenges, and rights. It covers the Young Carers Protocol, support strategies, and identification, led by experienced professionals and a young carer ambassador.

This one-day course will support you to develop skills and strategies to confidently engage with others and manage challenging situations and conversations whilst working in the safeguarding and protection arena.

This course provides a foundational understanding of racism in a simple and non-judgemental way. It explores different forms of racism, how they manifest and affect our black and brown colleagues and actions you can take to support race equity.

This course is for managers and seniors who have taken the Race Awareness course. You will gain knowledge and skills to identify, challenge and manage racism, and support victims of racism.

Join SARI's session to enhance your understanding of equality, inclusion, and cultural awareness, focusing on disability. Engage in discussions, gain insights from people with lived experiences, and tackle systemic inequalities to improve outcomes for our service and those we support.

Join our reflective practice conversation to share knowledge and improve outcomes for vulnerable groups. We focus on Gypsy, Roma, and traveller communities, with insights from professionals and lived experiences. The session includes knowledge sharing, Q&A, and scenario discussions.

Join SARI's session to enhance understanding of LGBTQ+ equality. Engage in discussions, gain insights from lived experiences, and tackle systemic inequalities to improve our service for those we support. Enhance your awareness and confidence to address LGBTQ+ needs.

This workshop is for NQSWs, new starters in social care, and social workers. In this practical session you will learn what assertiveness is and explore how to use it to build your confidence and communication skills to support you in your life and social work career.

This session for newly qualified social workers (NQSWs) covers Chronologies, Genograms, and Ecomaps. You will consider the purpose of a good chronology and explore how to use genograms and ecomaps for effective assessments and planning.

This workshop for newly qualified social workers (NQSWs) looks at reflective tools that can be used in practice, for writing reflective pieces, and for reflective supervision. There will be a PowerPoint presentation (copy provided after the session) and group discussion.

This workshop designed for newly qualified social workers (NQSWs) covers both Child Safeguarding Practice Reviews (CSPRs), Safeguarding Adults Reviews (SARs) and includes the local process and management of reviews.

This workshop designed for newly qualified social workers (NQSWs)  provides a comprehensive overview of mental capacity, and uses case studies and practical examples to look at how you can implement this in your practice.

This workshop for newly qualified social workers  It explores how personalities impact interactions and people's approach to communication, information, decision making and planning. It includes group discussions and activities.

This workshop is for newly qualified social workers. It covers how to manage your time effectively and includes toolkits that you can take away and use. The session includes a PowerPoint presentation, videos and interactive discussion.

This course for children's newly qualified social workers includes two half-day sessions. The first session covers using a kit bag for direct work. The second session focuses on reflecting on kit bag use and revisiting fundamentals.

This one-day course for newly qualified social workers (NQSWs) focuses on wellbeing, resilience, and self-care to prevent burnout. In this practical session you will meet your ASYE Lead and fellow NQSWs, share experiences, and discuss the ASYE for a supportive start.

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This page provides information about the practice education training programme, links to further information about practice education and an explanation of which training events need to be attended.

To attend this course you must have approval to provide a placement and confirmation you are working to Experienced level PCF (Professional Capabilities Framework). You must be post-qualified for at least two years from when the placement starts.

To attend this course you must have approval to provide a placement and confirmation you are working to Experienced level PCF (Professional Capabilities Framework). You must be post-qualified for at least two years from when the placement starts.

To attend this course you must have approval to provide a placement and confirmation you are working to Experienced level PCF (Professional Capabilities Framework). You must be post-qualified for at least two years from when the placement starts.

To attend this course you must have approval to provide a placement and confirmation you are working to Experienced level PCF (Professional Capabilities Framework). You must be post-qualified for at least two years from when the placement starts.

To attend this course you must have completed Practice Educator Professional Standards One (PEPS Stage One) and have agreement from your manager. You must have been qualified for at least two years.