HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE COURSE
Moving & Handling of People
Practical training for healthcare and support workers to handle people safely. Covering legislation, risk assessment, and hands-on technique with expert trainers.
Duration
7 Hours
Plus 10-20 min pre-course module
Format
Blended
Online theory + classroom practical
Location
Onsite
At our training facility or your organisation
Certificate
Valid for 3 years
CTC certified
How the course runs
1.
Online theory module
A short 10–20 minute module to complete before attending, covering the basics ahead of the practical day.
2.
Classroom teaching
Take part in a 7-hour face-to-face session with theory and practical exercises.
3.
Learn and practise key skills
Develop safe moving and handling techniques, equipment use, risk assessment, and communication skills.
4.
Complete the assessment and receive certification
Pass the practical and knowledge assessments to earn a certificate valid for 3 years.
What you'll learn
✓ Legislation for safer moving and handling
✓ Correct use of moving and handling equipment
✓ Safe moving and handling principles
✓ Effective risk assessment skills
✓ Preventing injury to yourself and others
✓ Recognising poor practice and its consequences
✓ Improving communication during handling
✓ Demonstrating practical safe handling skills
Before you arrive
Wear comfortable clothing and suitable footwear, you'll be taking part in practical exercises throughout the day.
Certificate
CTC Certified for 3 years
Assessed through practical demonstrations and knowledge checks throughout the course. Successful completion earns a certificate valid for 3 years, and the training can be recorded as part of your SSSC Continuous Professional Learning (CPL). Renew through further training when your certificate expires.
Where it takes place
Training can be delivered at our Dumfries training facility or onsite at your organisation’s premises, with sessions available for up to 8 delegates.
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