Healthcare Courses

Mandatory Refresher Training
Aligned to Skills for Health and Following Resuscitation Council Guidelines

The course is aimed at nurses, HCA's and carers that need to do their yearly update. anyone attending this course is required to have attended a full mandatory training course in the past. 


The candidates are given a booklet or handout for further reading. The course is aligned with the Core Skills Training Framework. The course also has an element of practical: Moving and Handling and the CPR for both adult and paediatric. 


Cost: £77

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

Basic Nursing Skills for HCA's: Part 1

The course is aimed at HCA that are looking to work within a hospital environment or an environment where they need the skills such as blood glucose testing. No past experience needed but a willingness to learn. There is an element of practise and simulation allowing the candidate to develop those skills.

The course covers the following:
 General observations
Blood pressure
 Temperature
 Saturation levels
 Heart rate
 Blood glucose test using a glucometer - the candidate will be able to take their own blood glucose test.
 Urinalysis
 Documentation using NEWS 2 (National early warning signs)

Cost: £110

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

Basic Nursing Skills for HCA's Part 2 No longer offered

Basic Nursing Skills for HCAs (2) is a comprehensive training program designed to equip Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) with essential skills required in the healthcare sector. The course focuses on various aspects including patient hygiene maintenance, fluid and nutrition intake monitoring, mental health awareness, learning disabilities, dementia, understanding vulnerable individuals, and manual handling techniques, with practical sessions included.


This course is tailored for HCAs working within the healthcare sector or individuals interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. It is delivered by experienced nurses who are actively engaged in the healthcare field. Participants will receive instruction through a combination of theoretical learning and practical demonstrations to ensure effective skill acquisition.

Key Learning Objectives

 Understand principles and practices of maintaining patient hygiene.
 Monitor and manage fluid and nutrition intake effectively.
 Increase awareness of mental health conditions, learning disabilities, and dementia.
 Develop skills in caring for vulnerable individuals.
 Learn safe and efficient manual handling techniques through practical sessions.

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive accreditation. Additionally, this course contributes towards fulfilling the requirements for obtaining the Care Certificate. Completing Basic Nursing Skills for HCAs (1) and Mandatory Refresher Training within a six-month period alongside this course allows candidates to obtain the Care Certificate.

Cost: £110

*Coffees and teas provided.

Venepuncture & Cannulation (CPD Standards Accredited)

This course is aimed at nurses and HCA’s who need a refresher or who are doing this for the first time. 

The course gives the candidate the skills they need to be able to carry out venepuncture or cannulation in their place of work. The candidates will have the opportunity to try out their new learnt skills on mannikins. 

At the end of the course each candidate is given a take-away booklet for them to have their skills signed off. This course is CPD standard accredited.

Content:

 Professional responsibilities 
 Infection prevention and control 
 Anatomical structures and venous site selection 
 Assessment for the procedures 
 Cannulation and venepuncture procedures  
 Complications 
 Aftercare 
 Supervised practice 
 Booklet 
Cost: £150

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

Medication Safety and Buccal Training (CPD Standards Accredited)

This course is aimed at nurses, HCA's or anyone that really looks after an individual who is taking medication and needs to understand the importance of giving medication safely. 

Preferably the candidate will have a background knowledge, be it minimal, but support will be given to those who have no knowledge at all. This course is also CPD Standards accredited. 
 Legal framework
 Accountability 
 Medication management 
 The 5 R's 
 Role of the nurse 
 Role of HCA 
 Terms and definitions 
 Information governance
 Classification of drugs
 Abbreviations and roots 
 Medication errors in human factors 
 Creating safer systems 
 Consent 
 Documentation 
 Buccal midazolam - when is given, how is it given. how does it work, what are the side effects?

There is an element of practical, the candidates are shown how to give the Buccal Midazolam and then they are expected to practice this skill 

Cost: £85

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

Catheterization: Male & Female

This course is aimed at professionals such as nurses, doctors and carers working in a healthcare setting. The course will provide candidate with the knowledge and understanding to perform the catheterization procedure on male or female patients, it covers both theoretical and practical elements.

Catheter care training will usually cover the different types of urinary catheters, risks of infection, anatomy, procedures and record keeping. 
We also have manikins that can be used to practice on – both male and female.

Cost: £102

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

Gastrostomy- PEG

This course is aimed at nurses HCA's and carers or anyone that cares for a person with a PEG. The course gives the candidate a better understanding of what a PEG is and how to care for it, it also looks at the complications of having a PEG. 

Nutrition is also featured in the course, including Total Parental Nutrition (TPN). Basic knowledge is required, however support will be given to those who have little knowledge. This course is CPD standard accredited.

Content:

 Anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal system 
 Digestion  
 Indications 
 Medical conditions that require a PEG
 Complications 
 PEG management 
 Infection control 
 Administration of medication
 Nutrition and diet 
 Complications of malnutrition 
 Preventing malnutrition 
 What is TPN and when is it used?

Cost: £90

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

Adult Tracheostomy Care & Management

This course is aimed at nurses and HCA’s that are looking after those that have a tracheostomy. 


The course can be used as a refresher course a but is applicable to a candidate that has never cared for a client with a tracheostomy. Basic knowledge is required, however the trainer will support the candidate if they have never cared for a client with a tracheostomy. 


This course is CPD standard accredited and is designed to familiarise each candidate with the reasons for tracheostomy and the care and management of a tracheostomy. The course aims to ensure that the candidate has sufficient knowledge to work with an individual with a tracheostomy safely and effectively.

Content:

 What is a tracheostomy? 
 A&P of the respiratory system 
 Indications for a tracheostomy 
 Complication of tracheostomy 
 Care of the tracheostomy—including emergency changes 
 CPR on a tracheostomy
 Legislation 
 Medication 
 Research  
 What is CPAP and BiPAP ?
 Indications for use and how to use a NIPPY 

Cost: £130

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

Paediatric Tracheostomy

This course is aimed at Nurses and HCA’s that are looking after those that have a tracheostomy. The course can be used as a refresher course a but is applicable to a candidate that has never cared for a client with a tracheostomy. Basic knowledge is required however the trainer will support the candidate if they have never cared for a client with a tracheostomy. 

This to familiarise candidate with the reasons for tracheostomy and the care and management of a tracheostomy. The course aims to ensure that the candidate has sufficient knowledge to work with an individual with a tracheostomy safely and effectively.

Content:

 What is a tracheostomy? 
 A&P of the respiratory system 
 Indications for a tracheostomy 
 Complication of tracheostomy 
 Care of the tracheostomy—including emergency changes 
 CPR on a tracheostomy  
 Legislation 
 Practical
Cost: £130

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

CPAP, BiPAP & Cough Assist

This course is for healthcare staff who tend to people using these devices when living with breathing difficulties or disorders.
The course delivers an overview of each of these air delivery systems, the reasons for their use, their benefits and possible side effects. We currently use the NIPPY 3 to refer to.

 What is CPAP & BiPAP, High Flow
 How CPAP works
 Who might need CPAP
 CPAP overview, benefits and side effects
 How BiPAP works
 Who might need BiPAP
 BiPAP overview, benefits and side effects
 What is High Flow and how it works
 High Flow overview, benefits, and side effects
 What and how we cough
 How to use a Cough assist Machine
 Complications

Price £96

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

Tissue Viability, Wound Management & Care

The course is aimed at nurses and health care assistants involved in caring for patients with chronic and acute wounds. The candidate will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of national policies and guidance in relation to wound care. The following will be covered:
 Types of wounds – chronic / acute
 Understand the 3 stages of wound healing
 Identify the different cells involved in the stages of wound healing
 Explain the importance of infection control protocols in relation to wound care management.
 4 Principles of wound management – TIME concept (Tissue, Infection, Moisture, Edge)
 Categories and principles of wound healing
 Selecting the appropriate dressing and Aseptic Non-Touch Techniques
 Pressure care Grading
Cost: £90

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

Basic Diabetes Management

This course is aimed at nurses (paediatric nurses) HCAs and carers who look after clients that have diabetes the candidate, Or they just want to increase their knowledge within this subject. The candidate does need to have some knowledge however, if lacking, they will be supported by the trainer . 

The course has a general look at the disease process and what areas it affects within the body. This course is CPD Standard accredited.

Content:

 Legal Framework
 What is diabetes  
 Difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes 
 Diabetic retinopathy 
 Diabetic neuropathy 
 Diabetic nephropathy 
 Cardiovascular disease
 Monitoring -Including glucose blood, urine testing, HbA1c. 
 Diabetic diet - including basic carb counting  
 Medication 
 Hypoglycemia
 Diabetic ketoacidosis 
 Research 

Cost: £90

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

Epilepsy Awareness & Buccal Training 

The aim of this course is to provide the candidate with the required knowledge and understanding of epilepsy along with the key information about administration of emergency medicines such as Buccal Midazolam. Allowing them to provide the essential care and support for individuals with epilepsy. The course is aimed at nurses, HCAs and carers.

Content:

 Define epilepsy and the classifications of seizures
 The ethical and legal responsibilities
 Potential triggers and precipitants of seizures
 Management – recovery positions
 Medications and anti- epileptic drug therapy
 State what Buccal Midazolam is and how it is effective in managing seizures
 Maintain the safeguarding and dignity of the individuals
 Simulated practice for administration of Midazolam.

Cost: £90

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

Autism & Learning Disabilities (including Challenging Behaviour) Awareness

This course will help the candidate to understand more about Autism Spectrum Disorders. Upon completion, they candidate will have learnt how to identify the signs of autism; understand what happens during a meltdown, and know how to help an autistic person manage distressing behaviour. 

Content:

 What is autism?
 Autism spectrum 
 Characteristics 
 Signs of autism 
 What is a meltdown? 
 How to prevent a meltdown 
 Mental health and artistic person
 Mental capacity 

Challenging Behaviour 

This course provides the candidate with the knowledge they need to respond appropriately to challenging behaviour. The course teaches the candidate how to communicate effectively, how to help deal with any issues, and how to improve behaviour in a confident and constructive manner. 

Content:

 What is challenging behaviour?
 How does challenging behaviour affect you?
 Flash points
 Triggers 
 Warning signs
 Predictability
 How to diffuse a situation 
 How to manage the behaviour and stay safe
 Restraining - best practice  
 Lone worker 

Cost: £90

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

Stoma Care

This course is aimed at nurses, healthcare assistants and care workers that are responsible for delivering stoma care to their clients. The Candidates will gain an understanding of the digestive system, different types of stoma, diet and the implications and side effects that a stoma can cause.

The Candidate will gain both theoretical and practical knowledge, so they feel comfortable and competent working around a stoma.

The course will also cover the correct technique and methods of changing a stoma bag, as well as giving examples of the different types of stoma bags.
We will also teach the importance of maintaining effective infection control and the underpinning of privacy, dignity and respect for the client.

Cost: £90

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

Obstructive Lung Disease

This face-to-face course is designed for Registered Nurses (RNs) and Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) who wish to deepen their understanding of obstructive lung diseases. Whether you are new to the topic or seeking a refresher, this course provides essential knowledge and practical skills for effective patient care. Through engaging lectures, interactive sessions, and hands-on workshops, participants will learn about the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of key obstructive lung diseases, including asthma, COPD, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, bronchiectasis, and cystic fibrosis.

Content:

 Asthma
 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
 Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema
 Bronchiectasis
 Cystic Fibrosis
 Diagnostic Tools and Techniques
 Medication Delivery Devices
 Patient Education and Long-Term Care
 Review and Assessment

Cost: £90

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

The Care Certificate - no longer offered

The Care Certificate is a nationally recognized qualification designed to ensure that HCAs provide exceptional care to patients, with a strong emphasis on patient-centered principles and best practices. It is also recognised by the Skills for Health and Skills for Care.

The Care Certificate comprises 15 essential standards, as outlined by Skills for Health, that cover a wide spectrum of critical topics in healthcare. These standards are:

 Understand Your Role
 Your Personal Development
 Duty of Care
 Equality and Diversity
 Work in a Person-Centered Way
 Communication
 Privacy and Dignity
 Fluids and Nutrition
 Awareness of Mental Health
 Learning Disabilities
 Dementia
 Safeguarding Adults
 Safeguarding Children
 Basic Life Support
 Health and Safety

To facilitate the achievement of these standards, our Care Certificate program is divided into three distinct courses:

1. Mandatory Refresher Training: This course ensures HCAs stay up-to-date with essential healthcare knowledge and practices.

2. Basic Nursing Skills 4 HCAs (1): This course covers patient-centered care, the 6Cs of nursing, and practical elements such as vital signs and blood glucose monitoring. 6Cs - Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage.

3. Basic Nursing Skills 4 HCAs (2): This course delves into maintaining hygiene for patients, monitoring fluid and nutrition intake, increasing awareness of mental health, learning disabilities, dementia, understanding vulnerable individuals, and manual handling, including practical sessions.

The resources we provide to candidates, such as booklets, are sourced from the Care Certificate Workbook available on the Skills Platform. Candidates are required to complete questions either during the sessions or as homework.


Here's how the program works: Within a span of 6 months, all the required standards must be successfully completed. Upon meeting these requirements, the Care Certificate will be automatically awarded. It's worth noting that the "Basic Nursing Skills 4 HCAs" course goes beyond the Care Certificate requirements to equip candidates with additional knowledge and skills for improved client care.

PMVA refresher (1 day)

Enhance your skills in the Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA) with our comprehensive 2-day refresher course. Designed for those who have previously completed the 3-5 day PMVA training, this refresher will update your knowledge and practical abilities to ensure you continue to manage challenging behaviors effectively and safely.


Our PMVA Refresher Course is structured into two parts:

Day 1: Classroom Training - Engage in interactive sessions that cover the latest techniques and strategies in managing violence and aggression.

Day 2: Self-Guided Learning - Review the provided booklet at your own pace and complete the associated questions to reinforce your understanding.


This course is intended for healthcare professionals who have previously completed a 3-5 day PMVA training course. It is a mandatory refresher designed to ensure your skills remain sharp and up-to-date.

Key Learning Objectives

 Review and reinforce de-escalation techniques and physical intervention skills.
 Update your knowledge on current local and national guidance for managing challenging behaviors.
 Understand the principles of behavioral support planning and their application in real-world scenarios.
 Enhance your ability to maintain personal safety and support relational security.

Course Content

The Theory Component

 Legal Framework: Understand the legal considerations in managing violence and aggression.
 PANEL Principle: Learn about the PANEL principle and its application.
 Relational Security: Explore strategies to build and maintain safe, therapeutic relationships.
 Human Rights Approach: Incorporate human rights into PMVA practices.
 Post-Incident Procedures: Learn effective procedures for managing the aftermath of incidents.
 Factors Influencing Personal Safety: Identify and mitigate risks to personal safety.
 Principles of Behavioral Support Planning: Develop effective behavioral support plans.
 Verbal/Non-Verbal De-escalation Strategies: Master techniques to de-escalate potential conflicts.
 Factors Influencing Challenging Behavior and Conflict: Understand the causes and manage challenging behaviors.
 Current Local and National Guidance: Stay updated on the latest guidelines for managing challenging behavior and aggression.

Physical Disengagement Skills

 Warm Up: Prepare physically for disengagement techniques.
 Kicks (Blocking): Learn to block kicks safely.
 Muscle Memory: Develop muscle memory for quick responses.
 Parallel Wrist Grab: Techniques to escape a parallel wrist grab.
 Diagonal Wrist Grab: Techniques to escape a diagonal wrist grab.
 Parallel Wrist Grab Assisted: Assisted escape techniques for a parallel wrist grab.
 Ponytail/Collar from Behind: Escape techniques for grabs from behind.
 Diagonal Wrist Grab Assisted: Assisted escape techniques for a diagonal wrist grab.
 One Handed Hair Grab (Front): Techniques to escape a one-handed hair grab from the front.
 Two Handed Grab to Both Wrists: Techniques to escape a two-handed grab to both wrists.
 Two Handed Clothing Grab (Front): Techniques to escape a two-handed clothing grab from the front.
 One Handed Hair Grab (Behind): Techniques to escape a one-handed hair grab from behind.
 Mothers Grip (One and Two Hands): Escape techniques for various grips.
 Straight Punch (Contact and Avoid): Techniques to block or avoid a straight punch.
 Two Handed Hair Grab (Front) - What If: Strategies for handling unexpected situations.
 Two Handed Hair Grab (Behind) - What If: Strategies for handling unexpected situations.
 Two Handed Grab to Single Wrist Assisted: Assisted escape techniques for a two-handed grab to a single wrist.
 Round House Punch (Contact and Avoid): Techniques to block or avoid a round house punch.
 One Handed Clothing Grab (Front) - Wrists: Techniques to escape a one-handed clothing grab at the wrists.
 One Handed Clothing Grab (Front) - Forearms: Techniques to escape a one-handed clothing grab at the forearms.

Participate in role-playing exercises and simulations to practice de-escalation strategies.


Engage in hands-on training to refresh your physical intervention techniques.



Discuss case studies and scenarios to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings.

Cost: £100

*Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate emailed directly to you, validating your refreshed PMVA skills and knowledge. Coffees and teas provided.

Spinal Injury & Bowel Management

This comprehensive course delves into the intricacies of spinal injury management and effective bowel care. Participants will gain a deep understanding of spinal anatomy, disorders, and care practices, alongside essential skills in bowel management and care techniques.


Covering topics such as the anatomy of the spine and nervous system, spinal injury disorders and causes, and the care of spinal injuries, the course provides a robust foundation in spinal injury management. Additionally, participants will explore bowel management and care, including understanding bowel function, managing constipation, diarrhea, and fecal incontinence, as well as practical skills like suppository insertion and bowel evacuation techniques.


This course is designed for nurses and healthcare assistants (HCAs) seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in spinal injury management and bowel care. It is suitable for professionals working across various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community care facilities.

Key Learning Objectives

 Understand the anatomy of the spine and nervous system.
 Identify common spinal injury disorders and causes.
 Implement effective care strategies for spinal injuries.
 Gain proficiency in bowel management techniques.
 Learn to manage constipation, diarrhea, and fecal incontinence.
 Develop practical skills in suppository insertion and bowel evacuation.

Participants will have the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge through hands-on practical sessions, including simulated scenarios and skill demonstrations. Practical exercises will reinforce learning and enhance participants' confidence in implementing learned techniques in real-world healthcare settings.

Cost: £96

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

IV Management with TPN

This comprehensive course equips nurses with essential knowledge and practical skills in intravenous (IV) management and Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) administration. Participants will explore topics ranging from the intravenous route and drug administration to vascular access device care, infection control, and TPN therapy.


Covering accountability and responsibility in IV management, participants will delve into the intricacies of the intravenous route, bioavailability, and the first-pass effect. Practical sessions will focus on IV drug administration, vascular access device care, including peripheral cannula, midline, catheter, and various central venous access methods. Additionally, participants will learn subcutaneous infusion techniques and gain insights into infection control, allergy management, fluid and electrolyte balance, and drug calculations. The course also provides a comprehensive understanding of Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN), including its indications, administration, complications, and nursing considerations.


This course is specifically designed for nurses seeking to enhance their proficiency in IV management and TPN therapy. It is suitable for nurses working across diverse healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and home care environments.

Key Learning Objectives

 Understand the accountability and responsibility in IV management.
 Gain proficiency in IV drug administration techniques.
 Learn vascular access device care and management.
 Develop practical skills in subcutaneous infusion therapy.
 Explore infection control, allergy management, and fluid and electrolyte balance.
 Understand the principles and nursing considerations of Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN).

Participants will have the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge through hands-on practical sessions, including simulated scenarios and skill demonstrations. Practical exercises will reinforce learning and enhance participants' confidence in implementing learned techniques in real-world healthcare settings.

Cost: £90

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

Basic ECG Interpretation

Welcome to our comprehensive "Basic ECG Interpretation" course! This foundational program is designed for healthcare professionals and students at the beginner level, aiming to develop fundamental skills in reading and interpreting electrocardiogram (ECG) strips. Whether you are a nurse, HCA, medical student, or allied healthcare professional, this course will provide you with a solid understanding of ECG essentials.


The ability to interpret ECGs is essential in various healthcare settings, and this basic course is the first step towards building your proficiency. We will cover the fundamental concepts necessary to confidently assess cardiac rhythms, identify common abnormalities, and lay the groundwork for more advanced ECG interpretation.

Key Learning Objectives

 ECG Basics: Understand the key components of ECGs, including the P, QRS, and T waves, and the basics of ECG graph paper and lead placement.
 Normal Rhythms: Learn to recognize normal sinus rhythms and differentiate between variations in heart rate and conduction.
 Common Abnormalities: Identify and analyze common arrhythmias, such as atrial fibrillation, sinus bradycardia, and premature ventricular contractions.
 ECG Measurements: Practice calculating heart rate, PR intervals, QRS durations, and identifying rhythm irregularities.
 ECG Interpretation Tips: Gain practical tips and strategies for approaching ECG interpretation with confidence.
 Hands-On Strip Reading: Engage in hands-on practice with actual ECG strips to reinforce your understanding and enhance your interpretation skills.

Cost: £102

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.

ABG: Blood Gas Interpretation

In this comprehensive training program, we will take you through the essential concepts of ABG interpretation step by step. Whether you are a nurse, doctor, HCA, respiratory therapist, or any other healthcare practitioner, this course is tailored to meet your learning needs.

Key Learning Objectives

 Understanding Acid-Base Balance: Gain a clear understanding of the acid-base balance and its significance in assessing a patient's physiological status.
 Interpreting ABG Parameters: Learn to interpret the key ABG parameters, including pH, PaCO2, PaO2, bicarbonate, base excess/deficit, and more.
 Differentiating Respiratory and Metabolic Disturbances: Master the ability to distinguish between respiratory and metabolic acid-base imbalances and their underlying causes.
 Recognizing Compensation Mechanisms: Identify compensatory responses in ABG results and their implications for patient care.
 Clinical Applications: Discover how to apply ABG interpretation in clinical settings to aid in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient management.

This Basic ABG Interpretation Training is ideal for healthcare professionals at all levels, from beginners to experienced practitioners, who wish to sharpen their ABG interpretation skills or refresh their knowledge.

Cost: £102

*Certificates are also handed out at the end of the course. Coffees and teas provided.