Managing Meetings

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I think everyone would agree that poorly called or run meetings waste valuable time for any organisation. This course will show you how to run meetings effectively and improve your ability to instigate actions that are quick and efficient. 

The course starts with some basic definitions and statistics that outline how important running meetings effectively can be.

It examines factors that make meetings great, and some practical steps you can take to ensure everything runs smoothly and successful outcomes are achieved. It also covers some of the ways you  can handle any problems that may arise.

Finally, it looks at different decision-making approaches you can use and finishes off with some notes on keeping a learning log to help you learn and grow, ultimately becoming a more confident and effective participant or chairperson. 

Module 1 - The Basics 

Module 2 - Planning  

Module 3 - Preparing an Agenda 

Module 4 - Problems and How to Deal With Them 

Module 5 - Techniques for Resolving Conflict  

Module 6 - Making Decisions 

A minimum score of 70% is required to progress to the next module.

CPD Approved 

Recommended System Requirements: 

• Browser: Up to date web browser

• Video: Up to date video drivers

• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM

• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Duration: 60 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off.  It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).

Course Description

This course explains the key elements, procedures and activities involved in successful Occupational Health and Safety Management in the workplace.

The course show how professional Occupational Health and Safety Management benefits individuals and organisations.

It will investigate workplace health models, including the basic criteria of the World Health  Organisation model.

You’ll discover the importance of a Health Needs Assessment and how it leads to the development of a Heath Management Strategy.

On a more practical level, the course will look at hazards, risks, controls and ‘Safe Systems of Work’ and the role played by health risk assessments.

Turning to workplace well-being, we’ll explain how to promote healthy lifestyles and positive mental health.

You’ll learn how to manage absences from work, both authorised and unauthorised, how to create an official Attendance Policy, manage the return-to-work process and deal effectively with absenteeism. 

Finally, the course discusses the steps needed to develop and build a strong health and well-being culture, including leadership, communication, work-life balance and embracing change.  

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand what Occupational Health and Safety is along with the benefits of promoting a healthy organisation.
• Create Health Management Strategies and collaborate with professionals for effective implementation.
• Define Employee well-being, risk factors and understand the importance of promoting a positive culture around occupational health.
• Create Risk assessments and understand when and where they are needed and the process to create effective assessments.   

Target Audience

 This course is aimed at supervisors and managers who are responsible for the health and wellbeing of their employees.  

Advantages

Creating a culture of health, safety and wellbeing in the workplace increases staff morale and ensures a high level of retention.   

Online training is flexible, efficient and cost-effective, so candidates can progress through the  modules at their own pace, in their own time, making it easy to fit the training around their work  and personal life.

Further Progression

Other business skills and health and safety courses would be great follow ups to this one, especially Leadership Skills, Developing Teamwork and Health and Safety in the Workplace.  

Module 1 - Occupational Health Basics  

Module 2 - Health Risk Assessments 

Module 3 - The Health Risk Assessment Process  

Module 4 - Long-Term Personal or Health Conditions 

Module 5 - Employee Well-being 

Module 6 - Substance Misuse  

Module 7 - Managing Absence  

Module 8 - Creating A Culture 

A minimum score of 70% is required to progress to the next module.

CPD Approved 

Recommended System Requirements: 

• Browser: Up to date web browser

• Video: Up to date video drivers

• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM

• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Duration: 90 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off.  It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).

Employee absence can be costly in terms of both lost time and money. It impacts businesses, managers, and colleagues in ways that range from them having to take on extra work or undertake additional training, to experiencing additional stress and a drop in morale.

This course will help you to understand the different types of absence and Identify ways of measuring absence. It covers why you should complete return-to-work forms and how to conduct effective return-to-work meetings. The course finishes off by explaining the formal processes involved in managing absence and how to apply appropriate policies. 

Module 1 - The Costs and Impact of Employee Absence

Module 2 - Measuring and Managing Employee Absence 

Module 3 - Legislation, Processes, and Pay 

A minimum score of 70% is required to progress to the next module.

CPD Approved 

Recommended System Requirements: 

• Browser: Up to date web browser

• Video: Up to date video drivers

• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM

• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Duration: 30 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off.  It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).

Manual handling, or to be accurate, incorrect manual handling, is one of the most common causes of injury at work. To try and combat manual handling problems, the Manual Handling Operations Regulations were introduced.

The Regulations lay out duties for both employees and employers. They give a general  requirement that employees must be trained to manually handle correctly including the use of any equipment their employer provides to handle loads safely.

This course outlines exactly what constitutes manual handling and covers the regulations and legislation that apply to manual handling tasks. It then goes on to cover safe handling techniques and how to develop good habits in relation to manual handling. It finishes off by introducing some  practical solutions and the use of mechanical aids.

Please note that this is an awareness course only, if your duties include manual handling you will also need further practical training, you can get in touch with us to arrange this.  

Training your employees with our online system will go a long way to giving them greater  awareness of the dangers that poor manual handling poses, as well as covering safe handling techniques, practical solutions to manual handling issues and the use of mechanical aids.  

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Define Manual Handling and state the correct technique and application of effective  Manual Handling.
• Understand the relevant legislation and comply with the regulations.
• Recognise safe handling techniques and be able to develop good habits.
• Evaluate every manual situation you encounter, recognising risks and when to use  mechanical aids.
• Understand the consequences on the body of incorrect handling and the dangers  associated.
• State the professionals most at risk from incorrect handling techniques. 

Module 1 - What is Manual Handling? 

Module 2 - Manual Handling Regulations 

Module 3 - Safe Handling

Module 4 - Learning Safe Handling Habits  

Module 5 - Practical Manual Handling Solutions  

Module 6 - Use of Mechanical Aids  

Module 7 - Final Test - A minimum score of 70% is required for this module

A minimum score of 75% is required to progress to the next module.

IIRSM, CPD & IOSH Approved

Recommended System Requirements: 

• Browser: Up to date web browser

• Video: Up to date video drivers

• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM

• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Duration: 75 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off.  It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).

This course describes in detail the many facets and procedures of the Mental Capacity Act. This includes who the act affects, when it applies, how to assess capacity and the procedures that can be put in place in the home or workplace to ensure best practices are followed and people are treated  fairly at all times.

It also introduces the deprivation of liberty safeguards. These safeguards provide a framework for approving the deprivation of liberty for people who lack the capacity to consent to treatment or care in either a hospital or care home setting. 

Module 1 - Introduction    

Module 2 - What is the Mental Capacity Act? 

Module 3 - Assessing Capacity  

Module 4 - The Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 

A minimum score of 70% is required to progress to the next module.

CPD Approved 

Recommended System Requirements: 

• Browser: Up to date web browser

• Video: Up to date video drivers

• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM

• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Duration: 75 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off.  It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).

People often equate the words mental health with mental illness and there are many definitions of what mental health actually is. Mental health issues can happen to anyone despite social background, intelligence, gender or other factors.

This course explains the difference between mental health and mental illness. It covers the symptoms of a number of the most common mental illnesses so you will know what to look out for or what to expect if you are working with someone with one of these conditions. As well as providing some practical advice on how you can work effectively with those affected by these  conditions.  

Module 1 - What is mental illness and prevalence rates    

Module 2 - Symptoms of Bi-Polar, depression, psychotic disorders and schizophrenia  

Module 3 - Symptoms of anxiety, personality disorder, self-harming  

A minimum score of 70% is required to progress to the next module.

CPD Approved 

Recommended System Requirements: 

• Browser: Up to date web browser

• Video: Up to date video drivers

• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM

• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Duration: 25 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off.  It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).

Course Description

Around 25 per cent of the UK population will experience a mental health problem at some point in their lives. Most are mild, tend to be short-term and are usually treated successfully with therapy  and medication.

But it is still a significant problem. Mental Health First Aid teaches participants how to notice and support individuals who may be experiencing mental health issues or exhibiting the signs of substance use in a work environment. They are also taught how to connect those people with appropriate help from fellow employees, community resources or healthcare professionals.

The course introduces the subject and outlines the benefits of Mental Health first aid and workplace wellness schemes. It then goes on to cover the effects of stress on individuals and teams and discusses how stress and mental health are linked. 

It then covers the roles of employers, managers and employees in ensuring that a Mental Health First Aid programme is successful. It concludes with a series of practical examples of how to apply mental health first aid to real situations, how to support employees who are experiencing mental health issues and where to point them for further help and advice. 

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Define and understand the importance of Mental Health First Aid.
• Develop a greater understanding of mental health issues and the benefits of Mental Health  First Aid.
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of employers and employees in achieving better  mental health in the workplace.
• Identify the issues of stress in the workplace.
• Develop and understand a wellness strategy within the workplace. 

Target Audience

This course is aimed at people in the workplace that would like to become a Mental Health First Aider in their workplace or for Supervisors or Managers that are interested in starting a Mental Health First Aid programme in their workplace. 

Advantages

Online training is flexible, efficient and cost-effective, so candidates can progress through the modules at their own pace, in their own time, making it easy to fit the training around their work and personal life.

This course is endorsed by Gatehouse Awards. 

Further Progression

Other courses that complement this one could include Developing a Workplace Mental Health Policy, Stress Awareness and Developing Teamwork, which is also endorsed by the ILM. 

Module 1 - Introduction 

Module 2 - Stress  

Module 3 - Employers' Role  

Module 4 - The Role of Management  

Module 5 - Employees' Role: Part 1 

Module 6 - Employees' Role: Part 2  

Module 7 - Employees' Role: Part 3  

A minimum score of 70% is required to progress to the next module.

CPD and Gatehouse Awards Approved 

Recommended System Requirements: 

• Browser: Up to date web browser

• Video: Up to date video drivers

• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM

• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Duration: 90 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off.  It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).

Course Description

This course covers the main aspects and concerns over modern slavery, particularly in the UK.

Modern slavery is the recruitment, movement, harbouring or receiving of adults and children.

In the UK, it’s estimated there are more than 130,000 modern slavery victims, and throughout this course, we’ll be presenting example case studies.

Modern slavery is wide ranging and includes forced labour, debt bondage and sexual exploitation, along with forced marriage and criminal exploitation.

You’ll discover who’s vulnerable to human trafficking and how they are trafficked, recruited and controlled.

We’ll discuss the victim’s perspective and show the hidden personal signs of modern slavery and how to identify locations that could act as a base.

You’ll also learn how to report modern slavery, and the role of the National Referral Mechanism. 

We’ll suggest ways the government could stop modern slavery and examine the workings of the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

We’ll look at the role of small businesses in combatting modern slavery and provide practical tips, including how to make an anti-slavery pledge.

Finally, we offer useful contact details – including the authorities and charities that provide specialist support for victims of modern slavery. 

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand what is Modern Slavery and the most common forms
• Develop an understanding on who is most vulnerable to Modern Slavery
• Have an understanding on the importance of reporting Modern slavery and how to do this. 

Target Audience

This course is aimed at all employees as it is relevant to most businesses across all industries. 

Advantages

Understanding the most common form of modern Slavery, who is most vulnerable and how to report Modern Slavery. 

Online training is flexible, efficient and cost-effective, so candidates can progress through the  modules at their own pace, in their own time, making it easy to fit the training around their work  and personal life.

Further Progression

Courses that could compliment this one include, Safeguarding Adults, Safeguarding Children and Prevent Duty training. 

Module 1 - What is Modern Slavery?  

Module 2 - Who is Most Vulnerable to Human Trafficking  and How Are They Trafficked?   

Module 3 - How to Report Modern Slavery 

A minimum score of 70% is required to progress to the next module.

Recommended System Requirements: 

• Browser: Up to date web browser

• Video: Up to date video drivers

• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM

• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Duration: 40 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off.  It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).

Course Description

This Moving and Handling People eLearning course is aimed at people working in health and social care who have people in their care that have mobility issues. The course outlines the dangers and legislation that applies to moving and handling people as well as showing a range of techniques and equipment that can be used. The course also highlights the importance of proper risk assessments and care plans. 

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the principles of good and safe patient handling.
• Create and identify risk assessments.
• Understand the skills required for each manoeuvring situation and how they are successfully  applied.
• Recognise the equipment that can be used. 

Target Audience

People working in Health and Social care roles including health care and residential or nursing homes.  

Advantages

Having training in moving and handling people can ensure that you do not injure yourself or someone in your care. 

Online training is flexible, efficient and cost-effective, so candidates can progress through the  modules at their own pace, in their own time, making it easy to fit the training around their work  and personal life.

Further Progression

There are a lot of courses in our health and social care suite that would make great follow ups to this course and if you are in the adult social care sector then they would all provide valuable additions to your knowledge.

Specific topics that compliment this directly are Stroke Awareness and Dementia Awareness. 

Module 1 - The Principles of Safer Patient Handling  

Module 2 -  Moving and Handling Assessments 

Module 3 - Practical Skills  

Module 4 - Transferring and Walking 

Module 5 - Avoiding and Dealing with Patient Falls  

Module 6 - Fitting and Using A Flat or Tubular Slide Sheet  

Module 7 - Bed Mobility   

Module 8 - Other Patient Manoeuvres 

Module 9 - Sitting a Patient Up  

Module 10 - Hoisting  

Module 11 - Checking the Hoist  

Module 12 - More Hoisting Practicalities 

Module 13 - More Hoisting Techniques

A minimum score of 70% is required to progress to the next module.

Recommended System Requirements: 

• Browser: Up to date web browser

• Video: Up to date video drivers

• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM

• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Duration: 150 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off.  It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).