You will now need an online account to access and book any East Sussex County Council course. The new system has streamlined the booking process so you are able to enrol on multiple courses and keep track of your bookings via your online account.
Brighton and Hove Food Partnership & Impact Initiatives
Date: Wednesday 5th June 2024
Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm
Delivery mode: In-person
Venue: The Community Kitchen,113 Queens Road, Brighton and Hove, BN1 3XG
Cost: £10
Suitable for: Professionals, volunteers or staff who work with older adults.
Course description:
‘This training will teach you how to identify the signs of undernutrition and dehydration in older adults, helping you gain an understanding of what measures you can take to minimise the risk of these, including demonstrating practical ideas on how to fortify foods. You will explore undernutrition, its causes and effects, have some useful tips and ideas to fortify foods, and learn how to use the handy nutrition wheel as a conversation starter.’
What will this course cover?
WSPiC’s latest newsletter was sent out Friday 24th May and as usual the mail-out was packed with updates and resources for providers in West Sussex, including the below:
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.
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. 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 find below a list of the courses that are taking place in the next few months. To book a place please click on the link, scroll to your chosen date at the bottom of the page and complete your details. You should then receive a booking confirmation, but if you have any issues booking please email [email protected].
Dementia Care at End of Life for HCA’s and HCSW’s
Date: Wednesday 15th May 2024
Time: 09:30am – 13:30pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: £50
Suitable for: Healthcare assistants and health and social care support workers who want to make a difference in dementia and end of life care.
Click here to find out more and book →
Palliative Care Emergencies
Date: Tuesday 21st May 2024
Time: 09:30am – 12:30pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: £50
Suitable for: Health and social care professionals from all clinical settings.
Click here to find out more and book →
SAGE & THYME Foundation Level Workshop: Communication skills training
Date: Monday 3rd June 2024
Time: 13:00pm – 15:45pm
Delivery mode: Online via Zoom
Cost: Fully funded by NHS Sussex for Sussex employees in health and social care.
Suitable for: All health and social care professionals and support staff, including ancillary workers such as admin and housekeeping staff, porters and volunteers.
Click here to find out more and book →
Introduction to Symptom Management
Date: Tuesday 4th June 2024
Time: 9:15am – 12:45pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: £50
Suitable for: Registered nurses from all clinical settings.
Click here to find out more and book →
Management of Syringe Drivers
Date: Tuesday 4th June 2024
Time: 13:00pm – 16:00pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: £50
Suitable for: Registered nurses and doctors from all clinical settings.
Click here to find out more and book →
End of Life and Learning Disabilities
Date: Wednesday 5th June 2024
Time: 09:30am – 14:30pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: Fully funded by NHS Sussex for Sussex employees in health and social care.
Suitable for: Health and social care professionals from all clinical settings.
Click here to find out more and book →
Recognising Dying
Date: Thursday 6th June 2024
Time: 09:30am – 12:30pm
Delivery mode: In-person
Venue: Education Centre, Terminus Road, Chichester, PO19 8TX
Cost: Fully funded by NHS Sussex for Sussex employees in health and social care.
Suitable for: Health and social care professionals from all clinical settings.
Click here to find out more and book →
Verification of Expected Adult Death
Date: Tuesday 11th June 2024
Time: 09:30am – 13:30pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: £50
Suitable for: Registered Nurses in all clinical settings who have management support to verify expected death in their place of work.
Click here to find out more and book →
Challenging Conversations at End of Life
Date: Wednesday 12th June 2024
Time: 09:30am – 12:30pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: Fully funded by NHS Sussex for Sussex employees in health and social care.
Suitable for: Qualified health and social care professionals in all clinical settings having challenging conversations in the workplace with patients and their loved ones.
Click here to find out more and book →
What’s Best for Lily?
Date: Wednesday 12th June 2024
Time: 09:30am – 16:00pm
Delivery mode: In-person
Venue: Education Centre, Terminus Road, Chichester, PO19 8TX
Cost: £80
Suitable for: Care home staff supporting delivery of excellent care for residents at the end of life.
Click here to find out more and book →
Principles and Practice of EOLC for Health Care Support Workers and Social Carers
Date: Tuesdays 18th & 25th June 2024
Time: 09:30am – 16:00pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: £180 (early bird fee if booked before 1st May) then £200 after that date.
Suitable for: Health care support workers and social carers.
Click here to find out more and book →
Hydration at End of Life
Date: Thursday 20th June 2024
Time: 09:30am – 12:30pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: Fully funded by NHS Sussex for Sussex employees in health and social care.
Suitable for: Health and social care professionals from all clinical settings.
Click here to find out more and book →
Understanding Advance Care Planning
Date: Thursday 27th June 2024
Time: 09:30am – 12:30pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: Fully funded by NHS Sussex for Sussex employees in health and social care.
Suitable for: Health and social care professionals from all clinical settings.
Click here to find out more and book →
Understanding Frailty
Date: Wednesday 3rd July 2024
Time: 09:30am – 12:30pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: Fully funded by NHS Sussex for Sussex employees in health and social care.
Suitable for: Health and social care professionals from all clinical settings.
Click here to find out more and book →
Compassionate Care for all
Date: Thursday 11th July 2024
Time: 09:30am – 13:00pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: £50
Suitable for: This half-day course is suitable for all health and social care staff and is designed to consider compassion, applying this in the workplace and for themselves.
Click here to find out more and book →
End of Life and Dementia
Date: Tuesday 16th July 2024
Time: 09:30am – 15:00pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: Fully funded by NHS Sussex for Sussex employees in health and social care.
Suitable for: Health and social care professionals from all clinical settings.
Click here to find out more and book →
Bereavement, Loss and Grief in Adults
Date: Wednesday 11th September 2024
Time: 09:30am – 12:30pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: Fully funded by NHS Sussex for Sussex employees in health and social care.
Suitable for: Health and social care professionals from all clinical settings.
Click here to find out more and book →
Foundations in Communication Skills in Health and Social Care
Date: Monday 30th September 2024
Time: 13:00pm – 16:00pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: £50
Suitable for: All health and social care professionals and all support workers.
Click here to find out more and book →
Namaste Care for Advanced Dementia
Date: Tuesday 8th October 2024
Time: 09:30am – 13:30pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: £50
Suitable for: Care home managers and staff.
Click here to find out more and book →
Intermediate Communication Skills
Date: Monday 14th October 2024
Time: 09:30am – 15:30pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: Fully funded by NHS Sussex for Sussex employees in health and social care.
Suitable for: Generalist palliative care staff and new staff working in health and social care settings.
Click here to find out more and book →
Understanding Palliative and End of Life Care for Non-Clinical Staff
Date: Tuesday 15th October
Time: 09:30am – 13:00pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: £50
Suitable for: All non-clinical staff working in health and social care.
Click here to find out more and book →
Foundations in Communications Skills for non-clinicians working in Health and Social Care
Date: Monday 21st October 2024
Time: 13:00pm – 16:00pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: £50
Suitable for: All those working in a non-clinical role in any health and social care setting.
Click here to find out more and book →
Fundamentals in Palliative and End of Life Care for Registered Nurses
Date: Wednesdays 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th November 2024
Time: 09:30am – 16:30pm
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: £80 as partially funded by NHS Sussex
Suitable for: Registered nurses earlier in their careers.
Click here to find out more and book →
There have been many developments since MILE last covered recruitment in our June 2023 newsletter. For example, at the start of the year the government released information on the new care workforce pathway developed in partnership with Skills for Care to clearly define the key knowledge, skills, values and behaviours needed for a career in social care.
We thought it was time to share more resources to help you navigate the complexities and challenges of attracting and retaining talent in the dynamic field of health and social care. This newsletter shares some of the latest insights, trends, and best practices to help your service thrive. As the world of social care recruitment is ever-changing, please expect more on this topic in our future newsletters!
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