Training courses

Independent Lives provides a wide range of training aimed at supporting personal assistants and Direct Payment employers.

You can view our full schedule of training below. Click on the training course to find out more and to book your space.

If you have any questions about our training or can't find the training you need then contact us by emailing training@independentlives.org or phoning 01903 219482 (option 3).

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Medication Awareness Levels 1 & 2

9 November @ 11:30 am - 2:30 pm

Online 

Boost confidence and enhance skills with our Medication Awareness Levels 1 & 2 training. What will be covered? Understanding your obligations and that of your employer regarding the documentation of medication. Gaining knowledge about storage of…

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Croydon – Independent Lives – Who we are and what we do

9 November @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Online 

This session will provide an overview of our services and the support we provide to customers, covering the following topics: Who we work with How we can support people, both new to Direct Payments and existing…

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First Aid (theory and practical)

21 November @ 9:30 am - 1:30 pm

Independent Lives Worthing

This training session will provide a thorough overview of basic first aid including a practical sign off. The training is for personal assistants who are looking to gain essential knowledge to help them with their work.

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Dementia Awareness

21 November @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Online 

This training will enable you to increase your knowledge of dementia and how to communicate effectively and compassionately with individuals who have dementia. What will be covered? What is meant by the term ‘dementia’ The signs…

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Manual Handling (theory and practical)

22 November @ 9:30 am - 1:30 pm

Independent Lives Worthing

Manual handling training has plenty of practical demonstrations and opportunities to join in. It’s suitable for those just starting out in a role where moving people is required, or for those looking for a refresher.

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Safeguarding

22 November @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Online 

Whether working with children, young people or vulnerable adults, you have a duty of care to safeguard and protect. This course is fully funded for personal assistants who are employed by an individual employer receiving a direct payment funded by West Sussex or Croydon.

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Medication Awareness Levels 1 & 2

23 November @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Online 

Boost confidence and enhance skills with our Medication Awareness Levels 1 & 2 training. What will be covered? Understanding your obligations and that of your employer regarding the documentation of medication. Gaining knowledge about storage of…

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Mental Capacity

23 November @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Online 

The training will detail what the Mental Capacity Act is and how it can be applied in real world scenarios. It will also cover the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, including why these exist and when they may be used.

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PA Connections

29 November @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Online 

PA Connections is an online session facilitated by our friendly direct payment advisers where personal assistants can connect with other PAs who are also working for direct payment employers. We know how hard it can be as…

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