The Disability Resource Centre’s Care Academy recognises the dedication of Personal Assistants (PAs) and offers free workshops designed to enhance your skills, build confidence, and ultimately, elevate the standard of care within our community.
Funded by Skills for Care, the Care Academy has been a valuable resource for Personal assistants in care since 2017.
Our curriculum is based on the respected Care Certificate modules by Skills for Care, guaranteeing a high-quality learning experience. Whether you are an experienced PA seeking professional development, considering a career in care, or an employer wanting to understand the PA role better, our training offers valuable insights and practical skills.
Upcoming free care skills workshops:
Our free care skills training workshops run all the way to April at Marsh Farm, Futures House, LU3 3QB and online.
Tuesday 7th January
10 am to 1pm: Introduction to being a PA
2pm to 4pm: Introduction to being an employer
Tuesday 14th January
10 am to 1pm: Duty of care
2pm to 4pm: Understanding your role and personal development
Tuesday 28th January
10 am to 1pm: Equality, diversity and inclusion
2pm to 4pm: Working in a person-centred way
Tuesday 4th February
10 am to 1pm: Privacy & dignity
2pm to 4pm: Communication
Tuesday 11th February
10 am to 1pm: Mental health awareness
2pm to 4pm: Fluid and nutrition
Thursday 20th February
All day: Keech Hospice Care – End of Life Care
Afternoon – Compassionate Communities and Communications
Tuesday 25th February
10 am to 1pm: Dementia awareness
2pm to 4pm: Learning disability awareness
Tuesday 4th March
10 am to 1pm: Infection, prevention and control
2pm to 4pm: GDPR and handling information
Tuesday 11th March
10 am to 1pm: Health and wellbeing
2pm to 4pm: Intro to being an employer and DP support
Tuesday 18th March
10 am to 1pm: Autism Awareness hosted by Autism Bedfordshire – See our blog post for full details
2pm to 4pm: Visual Impairment Awareness – More details to follow
Tuesday 25th March
10 am to 4pm: Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3
Tuesday 1st April
10 am to 4pm: Diabetes Awareness Level 2
Visit our Care Academy page for full details of the workshops.
Benefits of our care skills workshops
- Gain Practical Skills: Develop essential skills aligned with the Care Certificate, boosting your confidence and competence in providing high-quality care
- Career Pathway: For those exploring a career as a PA, our workshops offer a strong foundation for entering the care sector and securing employment
- Strengthened Partnerships: Our training fosters understanding and collaboration between employers and PAs, leading to positive and supportive working relationships
- Accessibility for All: All workshops are fully funded and accessible, both in person and online, making learning convenient and affordable
- Meet other local carers when you choose the face-to-face workshops in Luton, where you can share your experiences and help each other with solutions and support
Register today
Register your interest for our free Care Academy workshops and we will contact you shortly after you submit your information.
About The Disability Resource Centre:
The Disability Resource Centre is an award-winning charity serving individuals with disabilities and health conditions in Milton Keynes, Luton, and throughout Bedfordshire.
We provide a comprehensive range of services, including practical advice, disability equipment, free workshops and online courses in care skills and care training, free care skills training opportunities, Direct Payments support, resources for carers, and mental wellbeing support. Our mission is to empower individuals to live fulfilling lives and create more inclusive communities.
We offer free care skills training workshops designed to enhance caregiving abilities, covering various topics from fundamental care skills to specialised care for individuals with specific needs. Our free care skills training programme is open to everyone, regardless of prior experience. We are committed to ensuring that quality care is accessible to all, providing the necessary resources and support to achieve this goal. For further information about our services or free care skills training and care training resources, please visit our website or contact us directly:
Phone: 01582 470 900
Email: info@drcbeds.org.uk
