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Motivational Interviewing Advancing Practice 2-day In-person CPD training workshop Thursday 7th & Friday 8th November 2024 his 2-day workshop will be of interest to people in diverse settings and circumstances where conversations about change are an everyday reality. A wide range of learning methods are used to create an enjoyable atmosphere for learning and sharing ideas. These will include demonstration, video observation, brief content lectures, discussion, and focused practice. It is an introduction to Motivational Interviewing for some participants and a refresher for those people who have attended MI training previously.

Come along to this free event to find out more about Dramatherapy! Whether you're looking to explore an alternative approach to traditional talking therapy for yourself, or you're a therapist/healthcare professional wanting to find out more, this workshop is free and open to all who are curious! The two hours will be both informative and experiential, allowing you to dip your toe into the theories and techniques of Dramatherapy. Tea, coffee and pastries provided! Course Leader: Abigail Nelson

An introduction to Ultrasound scanning common lower limb pathologies Speaker: Mike Grice a renowned Clinical Musculoskeletal Specialist, Shockwave Expert, Sonographer and Clinical Anatomist with over two decades of expertise in the Health and Fitness sector. Are you interested in learning more about using diagnostic ultrasound for lower limb pathologies? This expert led webinar is the perfect introduction to this fascinating topic. Over 90 minutes you will learn more about: How ultrasound works How to optimise images depending on structure depth The importance of anatomy Scanning an Achilles Tendon, Patellar Tendon and Medial Knee More on the speaker: With a passion for education and therapy, Mike Grice founded Movement Therapy Education in 2003, a leading institution dedicated to health, fitness, and therapy training. His academic contributions are notable. Mike has been an esteemed lecturer for both the FdSc and BSc Sports Therapy programs at University College Birmingham. Moreover, he has shared his insights as a guest lecturer across prestigious institutions in the UK, USA, and Europe. Serving as a lead tutor and advisor, Mike's expertise extends to affiliations with renowned institutions such as Movement Therapy Education, Elite Therapy Education, RockTape, and NAQI. His extensive knowledge is sought after by Premier League and Championship football clubs where he conducts specialised training sessions particularly in the delivery of Shockwave and Sonography. In the corporate sector, Mike has provided valuable consultancy to industry leaders like Boots, Pera Products, Startrite, and MicroScooter via Brytespark. His innovative approach was instrumental in advancing patient education systems in collaboration with Convatec. A regular on the conference circuit, Mike has been a featured speaker at events like Therapy Expo, FitPro, International Fitness Showcase, and Good Health Show. His notable presentation at the 2014 IOC World Conference for Injury Prevention in Monaco underscores his global influence. A testament to his dedication to education, Mike authored "Anatomy for Shockwave Users", a specialised course for Kinas Medical. He also serves as a trusted sonography educator for the Shockwave Academy based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Free online MS Awareness training session for social prescribing services

Safer recruitment is designed to help those who are responsible for employing anyone who works with vulnerable groups, to identify and deter or reject individuals who are deemed to be at risk of abusing. It is crucial that all employers have a recruitment policy in place that takes into account safer recruitment best practices and considerations. This course covers key topics including: advertising, application forms, selecting candidates for interview based on the information they have presented, and post-interview checks - including DBS checks - before making an offer of employment. Recruitment of staff is now a complex process and there are many issues that need to be considered to ensure safe and successful recruitment, to reduce in turn the risk of harm, abuse and neglect of adults and children.

Equality is everyone’s right and everyone’s responsibility’. This training promotes the requirements of the Equality and Diversity Act. This session will strengthen understanding of Equality & Diversity.

This course aims to provide a more in depth understanding of COSHH & RIDDOR.

What are the aims of this course? What learning disability is and isn't The facts of learning disabilities What barriers people with learning disabilities face Medical barriers Societal barriers How to support people with learning disabilities

DATE: 20th March TIME: 4pm LOCATION: Studio A Central Film School are delighted to invite Alexis Watkins to speak to our student body about the importance of mental wellbeing and the keys to mental safeguarding for both yourself and other students. Alexis has professional experience in the following roles: - Mental Health Practitioner & Data Analyst for BWW Mind - Chair of Central & North West London (CNWL) NHS Mental Health Ambassador Group - Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees for the WïSH Centre - National Lived Experience Partner for NHS England She has filmed with the CNWL and was recently part of a team nominated at the Health Service Journal awards for Reducing Healthcare Inequalities for Children and Young People award. She has also been a guest-speaker at The Listening Place, a charity focused on helping those with suicidal thoughts. She will be joining us to specifically discuss topics of isolation, substance abuse and suicidal ideation. Even if you are fortunate enough not to be struggling with your mental health currently, it is always worth being aware of the signs and knowing how to help others, so please consider coming along to this event if you feel comfortable doing so.