Welcome to another update on ‘what’s new in adult social care’ showcasing some of the key courses and resources for social care leaders. If you have any feedback or requests for future newsletter topics please send them to our project lead Juliet Smith as we would love to hear from you!
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Date: Monday 24th June 2024 (welcome meeting) – Monday 13th January 2025
Course length: Six-month-long programme – Includes approx. 8-10 hours of self-study each week
Delivery mode: Online
Cost: £150 per participant which must be funded by the participants department/organisation.
Suitable for: First time managers in health or social care who lead a team and are keen to develop their leadership behaviours and skills and connect with colleagues across the Sussex wide system.
Qualification: NHS Leadership Academy Award in Health and Care Leadership.
Course description:
‘The programme will prepare you for the demands of leadership in the healthcare system today – and into the future. It will give you the theoretical knowledge and practical understanding needed to deliver inspiring leadership. During the programme, you’ll cover eight units of study on leadership fundamentals along with four further units that relate to core management skills.’
Click here to download the participant guide to find out more →
Course commitments:
Course dates:
The deadline for applications is Monday 3rd June (end of day). If you have any questions or require any assistance in completing the application please contact [email protected]
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This week is Dementia Action Week so we decided to dedicate this newsletter to supporting the campaign by sharing some key courses and resources that focus on gaining insight and increasing understanding.
Friday 14th June – Saturday 15th June 2024
Venue: ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, E16 1XL
Event description:
‘If you’re involved in caring for others – as a care provider or health and social care professional looking for the very latest and best products or services, a family carer looking for help and support – or simply someone interested in care, the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Show is for you. Featuring a wide range of care exhibitors, expert speakers, training and experiences you won’t find anywhere else, this event provides a great opportunity to learn, discover solutions, and network with people who work in the sector.’
What will the event include?
Ticket price examples (including booking fee):
***Tickets are for one day but can be used on either day you wish to visit.
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Welcome to another update on ‘what’s new in adult social care’ showcasing some of the key courses and resources for social care leaders. If you have any feedback or requests for future newsletter topics please send them to our project lead Juliet Smith as we would love to hear from you!
Please click here to access this week’s newsletter →
Don’t forget you can also access all of our previous newsletters by clicking here →
Effective communication between staff and the individuals they support is essential for accurately identifying needs and fostering trust in care relationships. Strong communication skills can enable care workers to tailor their approach to the preferences of those under their care, promoting dignity and autonomy.
This newsletter shares courses aimed at enhancing staff communication skills across various essential areas, with the ultimate goal of improving the quality of person-centred care provided by your service.
Microsoft OneNote – Unlock a powerful tool for everyday
efficiency with OneNote
Date: Thursday 16th May at 14:30pm
Description: OneNote excels with its versatility, seamless
organization, accessibility across devices, rich formatting,
integration with Microsoft Office, powerful search, and
collaborative features, making it indispensable in your everyday
life. After mastering OneNote, it inevitably becomes your
favourite tool.
Cost: Free
DSPT IT Systems and Devices – Practical Guide
Date: Tuesday 21st May at 14:30pm
Description: Get practical guidance on IT systems and devices in
the context of DSPT. Learn how to encrypt your device, wipe
content remotely, set up 2-step authentication, access controls,
and regular software updates and maintain data integrity in
accordance with UK regulations.
Cost: Free
An Introduction into using Chatbot Artificial Intelligence
Date: Thursday 23rd May at 10:30am
Description: Enhance your business operations with an
introductory workshop on implementing AI chatbots. These
intelligent systems not only assist in generating care plans by
providing templates and offering suggestions based on resident
data and best practices but also streamline administrative tasks
such as drafting HR letters and other correspondence.
Cost: Free
Proxy Medication Ordering: A Bite-Sized Online Workshop
Date: Tuesday 4th June at 11:00am
Description: A concise workshop on the essentials of proxy
medication ordering.
Cost: Free
Visit the Sussex Digital In-Reach Team’s eventbrite page to view the full list of sessions →
Welcome to another update on ‘what’s new in adult social care’ showcasing some of the key courses and resources for social care leaders. It’s been a year since we launched MILE and we have loved working with you all. I hope you have enjoyed the website, the newsletters, and any other support we have been able to offer.
We are hoping we can continue in some form beyond April 2024 and will certainly keep in touch with all the latest development opportunities via our weekly newsletters. We would be really grateful for your feedback as it helps us to improve and lets us know that what we are doing supports you.
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This week’s newsletter explores ways to create a collaborative workplace culture to improve the quality of services offered in a health and social care setting.
Booking is now open for SESCA’s next round of training for newly arrived overseas care workers. The training is delivered online via live tutor-led group sessions and is available to CQC-registered adult social care providers operating in the South East.
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