Online Training
Introduction To Moving & Handling of People
A flexible, CPD-certified online course covering the essential knowledge for safe people handling, from understanding the spine and legislation, to risk assessment, chair and bed moves, and practical techniques.
Duration
1-3 Hours
1-3 hour online session covering introduction to moving & handling of people
Format
Online
Modular, self placed
Location
Dumfries and Galloway
Anywhere in Dumfries and Galloway
Certificate
Valid For 3 Years
CTC certified
How the course runs
- Enrol and access the course online
After booking, you'll receive instant access to the online learning platform. The course is organised into clear modules, start immediately and return at any time. No software to install and no fixed schedule to follow. - Work through the modules at your own pace
Each module covers a specific aspect of moving and handling, starting with the core principles and anatomy, through to legislation, risk assessment, and practical guidance on chair, bed, and assisted moves. Most learners complete the course in one to three hours. - Complete activities and assessments throughout
Integrated activities and knowledge checks reinforce your understanding as you progress through each module. There's no separate exam, assessment is built into the learning experience. - Receive your CPD certificate on completion
Once all modules and assessments are completed, your CPD-certified certificate is issued automatically, worth 6 CPD credits and valid for three years from the date of completion.
What you'll learn
✓ Understand moving & handling, core principles, definitions and why safe technique matters for carers and people they support
✓ The human spine, how the spine works, what makes it vulnerable during handling and how to protect it
✓ Looking after you, self-care strategies and posture guidance to reduce injury risk for caregivers over time
✓ Moving & handling legislation, the legal framework governing moving & handling and what it requires from employers and employees
✓ The risk assessment process, how to identify and assess moving and handling risks before assisting someone
✓ Chair & bed moves, practical guidance on assisting with common repositioning tasks, chair and bed transfers
✓ Using moving & handling techniques, an introduction to key techniques for safer, more effective assisted movement
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.
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