Training Directory

A training directory of all training available for each job role to Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent residents. You can view all adult social care training available to people who live in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. Filter using the buttons on the left, and select the training you think would be most beneficial to your job role.

Training Directory

Spirituality and End of Life Care

Explores supporting a person’s spiritual needs at end of life. Explains spirituality means what gives someone meaning and shows how to listen and respond compassionately to them.

Strengths-Based Approach

Explains the strengths-based approach in care. It encourages carers to focus on each person’s abilities and strengths, and to support their goals and use their support networks.

SWAN Model

Explains the SWAN model for end-of-life and bereavement care. Describes this approach (Signs, Words, Actions, Needs) to ensure people receive dignified care in their final days and families feel supported.

Symptom Management at End of Life for Care Homes

Two-part webinar on assessing and relieving common end-of-life symptoms in care homes. Learn how to identify symptoms like pain or restlessness, and non-drug methods to keep residents comfortable at end-of-life.

Tuberculosis (TB)

Explains what Tuberculosis (TB) is and how it spreads. Covers the difference between latent and active TB, common symptoms (like a cough), and how to support someone to complete TB treatment.

Understanding ADHD (Open University)

Explores Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) from the perspectives of people with ADHD and their carers. Covers what scientific research reveals about ADHD, and examines the effectiveness of various treatments and therapies for managing the condition.

Understanding Autism (Level 2 Certificate)

Learn what autism is and how to support autistic people in a person-centred way. Covers communication and sensory differences, and how to help autistic individuals develop skills and stay healthy.

Understanding Autism (Level 3 Certificate)

Gain advanced knowledge about autism. Covers positive support approaches, how autism understanding has changed over time, supporting life transitions, available therapies, and safeguarding vulnerable autistic individuals.