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Code: SGC/19/109 Administration of Medication (EVENT FULL)

This half day course follows CQC requirements on the administration of medication. It includes trainer presentation, discussion, and a short multiple-choice assessment at the end to check the information has been retained by participants. Relevant handouts/paperwork will be provided. This course is aimed at any adult social care staff in South Gloucestershire, working in domiciliary, residential and day care services (statutory sector AND IVP sector agencies).

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1 15 May 2019 09:30 - 13:00 Kingswood Civic Centre Map

Code: SGC/19/1338 Connect 5 - (2.5 day course)

This free course has been developed by the Royal Society of Public Health and aimsto increase the confidence and skills of frontline staff to be effective in having conversations about mental health and wellbeing. It draws on CBT skills and the 5 Ways to Wellbeing in order to help people manage emotional distress and increase their resilience and mental wellbeing through positive changes. It is an incremental three-session programme – Session 1 is a half day, Sessions 2 and 3 are full days.

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1 15 May 2019 09:30 - 13:30 Kingswood Civic Centre Map

Code: SGC/19/917 Data Protection and ICT Security Training - Collect It and Protect It

Data Protection & ICT Security refresher training 2019

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1 15 May 2019 11:00 - 12:00 Badminton Road Offices Map

Code: SGC/19/949 Data Protection and ICT Security Training - Collect It and Protect It 2 (Cancelled)

Data Protection & ICT Security refresher training 2019

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1 15 May 2019 11:00 - 12:00 Badminton Road Offices Map

Code: SGC/19/951 Data Protection and ICT Security Training - Collect It and Protect It 3

Data Protection & ICT Security refresher training 2019

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1 15 May 2019 11:00 - 12:00 Badminton Road Offices Map

Code: SGC/19/161 Early Intervention Network (cf)

These networks will provide Childminders and SENCOs with:
Up to date information about national and local initiatives regarding SEND.
Opportunities to share professional discussions and dialogue on an identified topic or theme for the evening.
Opportunities for practitioners to update their knowledge and share practice on SEND.

Each series of meetings will have a spotlight on a particular aspect of SEND. This may include a speaker and will provide practitioners with opportunities for professional discussion and dialogue.

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1 15 May 2019 18:00 - 20:00 Cadbury Heath Children's Centre Map

Code: SGC/19/430 Human Trafficking & Modern Slavery – Awareness training

The training covers: • What trafficking and slavery are • Nature and scale of the issue – nationally, regionally, locally • Types of trafficking and slavery and how to identify them • Legal definitions • Working with potential victims • Victim and survivors perspective • How to interview and engage with vulnerable persons, safeguarding approach • The National Referral Mechanism – what it is and completing it • Processes to follow and things to consider • Your agencies responsibilities • Case studies and practice identifying potential victims The standard charge for this course is £35. Please refer to our Course Charges on the Home page for information on discounts and exemptions. Please note there is also a 90 minute session on Modern Slavery available.

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1 15 May 2019 13:30 - 16:30 Park Centre Map

Code: SGC/19/232 Level 2 Award in Assisting Forest School (QCF) (£)


This course will run alongside the Level 3 Certificate in Leading Forest School. The training will include modules such as:

· Supporting Learning, Play and Development in the Outdoors

· Sustainable Use of Natural Resources

· Outdoor Practical Skills

· Assist at Forest School

Please note this course enables you to assist at Forest Schools and does not qualify you to run Forest School sessions.

This is a QCF accredited course through Cambium and Agored (QCF). You will have a workbook to hand in to complete the course. This should take approximately six months to complete.

Please bring a packed lunch as lunches will not be provided.

This course will enable you to assist at forest school sessions alongside a qualified Level 3 Forest School Leader.

Entry requirements: Must have established link with a qualified Level 3 Forest School Leader; be aged 16 years or over; be DBS checked and hold a Level 1 outdoor learning qualification or equivalent. A suitable first aid qualification is also useful to complement this course.

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1 15 May 2019 09:00 - 17:00 Bradley Stoke Community School (Primary Phase) Map
2 16 May 2019 09:00 - 17:00 Bradley Stoke Community School (Primary Phase) Map
3 17 May 2019 09:00 - 17:00 Bradley Stoke Community School (Primary Phase) Map
4 20 May 2019 09:00 - 17:00 Bradley Stoke Community School (Primary Phase) Map

Code: SGC/19/233 Level 3 Certificate in Leading Forest School (QCF) (£)

Through a combination of practical outdoor learning and indoor teaching, we will explore the benefits for children as child led learners for lifelong skills. This will enable you to deepen your knowledge and understanding of the philosophy and the ethos behind the Forest School approach. This is a QCF accredited course through Cambium and Agored. Subjects and modules we will cover include:

· Supportive Learning, Play and Development in the Outdoors

· Forest School Leader

· Observation and Evaluation of Outdoor Learning

· Sustainable use of Natural Resources

· Teaching Outdoor Practical Skills

Further details on what this training includes can be found on page 109 of this booklet. The course equates to 70 hours of taught time and requires, on average, a further 110 hours of self-study time from the student. Learners must complete a portfolio of work for assessment

You will need to source and attend an appropriate two day First Aid course to cover you for working outdoors (not included in course cost).

Please bring a packed lunch as lunches will not be provided.

This course is designed for those who would like to develop, set up and deliver Forest School programmes. This will enable leadership of Forest School Programmes linked to child development. 

Entry requirements: All delegates must be over 21, have a relevant Level 2 qualification, have a current DBS check, have an appropriate First Aid qualification and have an established link with a client group and a Forest School site.

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Session Session Date Session Time Session Venue Map
1 15 May 2019 09:00 - 17:00 Bradley Stoke Community School (Primary Phase) Map
2 16 May 2019 09:00 - 17:00 Bradley Stoke Community School (Primary Phase) Map
3 17 May 2019 09:00 - 17:00 Bradley Stoke Community School (Primary Phase) Map
4 20 May 2019 09:00 - 17:00 Bradley Stoke Community School (Primary Phase) Map
5 21 May 2019 09:00 - 17:00 Bradley Stoke Community School (Primary Phase) Map
6 06 June 2019 09:00 - 17:00 Bradley Stoke Community School (Primary Phase) Map
7 07 June 2019 09:00 - 17:00 Bradley Stoke Community School (Primary Phase) Map

Code: SGC/19/410 Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Essentials for Care Workers

This assessed training course provides Care Workers with the essential skills and knowledge to apply and comply with the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005 when carrying out their role. The MCA applies to every health and social care worker who is involved in the care, treatment or support of people who are unable to make all or some decisions themselves. Care Quality Commission Inspectors are increasingly asking care workers to explain their responsibilities under the MCA. The MCA provides legal protection from liability for carrying out care and treatment of people who lack capacity to consent, provided that care workers: Understand the principles of the MCA Have carried out a capacity assessment and reasonably believe that the person lacks capacity Reasonably believe the action they have taken is in the best interests of the person. How the training course works: Attend a workshop Submit brief evidence of how you have applied your learning in the workplace Receive feedback on your work which is shared with your employer Once you have achieved the required standard for compliance and good practice in line with the MCA code of practice you will be awarded a Mental Capacity Essentials Training Certificate. The standard charge for this course is £35. Please refer to our Course Charges on the Home page for information on discounts and exemptions.

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Session Session Date Session Time Session Venue Map
1 15 May 2019 13:30 - 16:30 Kingswood Civic Centre Map