Paediatric First Aid
Essential knowledge and skills for paediatric first aid, covering emergency planning, basic life support, CPR, shock, fractures, bleeding and common minor illnesses and injuries.
115 minutes£35
Care home training
Care Home Training Courses
Expert-led care home training courses including fire safety training, fire marshal training, health and safety training, and fire extinguisher training. CQC-compliant programmes designed for residential care settings.
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005Fire safety training is a legal requirement for care home staff.
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974Covers RIDDOR reporting and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations.
CQC standardsProgrammes align with Care Quality Commission requirements for staff training and development.
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Essential Fire Safety and Health & Safety Training for Care Homes
Care homes face unique challenges in ensuring fire safety and maintaining health and safety standards for both staff and residents. Our specialised care home training courses provide comprehensive fire safety training, fire marshal training, fire extinguisher training, and health and safety training that are specifically tailored to residential care environments. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, fire safety training is a legal requirement for care home staff.
Our training programmes help care home staff develop the skills needed to prevent fire hazards, conduct fire risk assessments, manage emergency evacuation procedures, and ensure compliance with CQC standards. With a focus on fire prevention, fire drills and evacuation, and the duties of the responsible person for fire safety, our courses ensure your team is equipped to meet regulatory requirements while protecting staff and resident safety.
Available Care Home Courses
11 courses available
Diabetes Awareness
Learn to recognise the symptoms of diabetes, how it is diagnosed, and the treatment options and complications associated with the condition.
45 minutes£35
Sharps Awareness
Covers the types and prevalence of sharps litter in the UK and the risks they carry, including blood-borne viruses. Includes employer responsibilities, PPE, reporting discarded sharps and what to do after a sharps injury.
55 minutes£25
Stroke Awareness
Covers stroke types, symptoms, risk factors, treatments and long-term impacts, with an emphasis on early recognition and swift action.
55 minutes£25
Health and Safety in a Care Setting
Covers the legislation governing care homes, safe working practices and how to handle common and emergency scenarios. Includes staff welfare and creating a safe environment for residents and employees.
80 minutes£25
Epilepsy Awareness
Covers how epilepsy is diagnosed, common seizure triggers and effective treatments. Includes practical guidance on assisting someone during a seizure.
30 minutes£25
End of Life Care
A comprehensive grounding in compassionate, effective end of life care. Covers managing emotions, working with the multidisciplinary team and providing holistic support.
25 minutes£25
Basic Fire Safety Awareness in Care Homes
A general introduction to fire awareness in the care home: preventing fires, what to do in the event of one, and the protocol for extinguishing a fire.
One hour£25
Emergency First Aid Refresher
Refreshes the most common emergency situations a first aider may face and the actions to take. Covers assessing the scene, passing accurate information to the emergency services and acting to improve the patient's chances of survival.
3 hours£35
Fire Marshal in Care Homes
Provides the knowledge to carry out the functions of a fire marshal in a care or residential home. Includes all content from the Basic Fire Awareness and Fire Extinguisher courses.
4 hours£35
The Care Certificate
The Care Certificate is a nationally agreed set of standards that detail the learning outcomes and requirements that health and social care support workers are expected to be trained in before they can work unsupervised.
17 hours£35
Why Choose Our Care Home Training?
CQC Compliance
Our training programmes align with Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards for staff training and development, helping you meet regulatory requirements under UK fire safety legislation and health and safety regulations.
Staff and Resident Safety
Protect staff and resident safety by equipping your team with comprehensive fire safety training, fire marshal training, and emergency evacuation procedures. Learn fire prevention techniques and fire extinguisher training to reduce fire hazards.
Legal Compliance
Meet legal requirements under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Our courses ensure the responsible person for fire safety understands their duties and your team complies with fire safety legislation.
Practical Focus
Scenario-based training with realistic role-play situations ensures staff can immediately apply techniques in their daily work.
Flexible Delivery
Choose from classroom, virtual, or online delivery options to suit your care home's schedule and training needs.
Expert Instructors
Learn from experienced trainers who understand the unique challenges of residential care settings and can provide relevant, practical guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our care home training courses
Fire safety training is a legal requirement under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and essential for care home staff to protect staff and resident safety. Care homes face unique challenges with vulnerable residents who may need assistance during emergency evacuation procedures. Our fire safety training helps staff understand fire prevention, conduct fire risk assessments, and manage fire drills and evacuation effectively.
Ready to Enhance Your Care Home Training?
Contact us today to discuss your training needs and find the right programme for your care home team.
