Courses
Anxiety, Worries, Fears & Phobias Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will enhance awareness of anxiety, worries, fears & phobias with children & young people. Some of the key elements in the training will be to try & identify & explore anxiety, worries, fears & phobias that can be present in children & young people. It will raise awareness of & clarify the difference between different types of anxiety. The session will also highlight self help/supportive strategies & resources & pathways for appropriate referrals. The trainers use a variety of learning approaches & welcome information & anonymous case discussion to improve & develop the practice of course attendees.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 22 July 2025 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
- Wednesday 13 August 2025 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Anxious About School
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will raise awareness of emotionally based school avoidance. It will look at potential causes & explore options for supporting families.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Wednesday 2 July 2025 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
- Tuesday 5 August 2025 from 1.30-3.45pm via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Attachment Difficulties Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will enhance awareness of the subject of attachment in children & young people. Some of the key elements in the training will be to define attachment difficulties in children & young people & identify the behaviours associated with it alongside the factors that influence the development of secure or insecure patters of attachment. The trainers use a variety of learning approaches & welcome information & anonymous case discussion to improve & develop the practice of course attendees.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Wednesday 23 July 2025 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
- Tuesday 12 August 2025 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Attentional Difficulties (ADHD/ADD) Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will enhance awareness of the subject of attentional difficulties in children & young people. Some of the key elements in this training will be to gain an understanding of attentional difficulties & consider the core symptoms. The training will also give an understanding of ADHD along with the assessment process. There will be an opportunity to share strategies provided by teachers & other professionals. The trainers use a variety of learning approaches & welcome information & anonymous case discussion to improve & develop the practice of course attendees.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 1 July 2025 from 1.30-3.45pm via MS Teams
- Wednesday 30 July 2025 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
- Tuesday 19 August 2025 from 1.30-3.45pm via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Childhood Trauma & Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This training raises awareness of the importance of recognising the sources and impacts of childhood developmental trauma including the impact on the developing brain. It identifies the symptoms & patterns of behaviour which can be seen as well as the underlying hidden needs & considers the potential longer term impacts on physical & emotional well-being. Delegates should be aware that discussing childhood trauma involves looking at sensitive & difficult information. Also Adverse Childhood Experiences are common and this training may raise difficult memories for some.
Target Audience
All practitioners working with children and families in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 29 July 2025 from 1.30-3.45pm via MS Teams
- Tuesday 19 August 2025 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Deliberate Self Harm Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This half day session will enhance participant’s awareness of the use of self harming behaviour within children & young people. Some of the key elements of the training are to become familiar with presentations of self harm & to develop an understanding of the reasons why young people self harm. Due to the sensitive nature of this subject an emotional opt out is available.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Wednesday 16 July 2025 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
- Tuesday 12 August 2025 from 1.30-3.45pm via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Eating Difficulties Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will enhance awareness of the subject of eating disorders in children & young people. Some of the key elements of the training will be to define eating disorders in children & young people, identify the types of eating disorders & to understand some of the possible causes and triggers. Treatment options will also be considered & practitioners responsibilities in accordance with their role. The trainers use a variety of learning approaches & welcome information & anonymous case discussion to improve & develop the practice of course attendees.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Wednesday 16 July 2025 from 1.30-3.45pm via MS Teams
- Tuesday 5 August 2025 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Low Mood & Depression Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This training session will enhance awareness of low mood with children & young people. Key elements will be to try & identify & explore low mood, looking at triggers & strategies to support children & young people. It will raise awareness of & explore the difference between low mood & depression. Session will also highlight self help/supportive strategies & resources & pathways for appropriate referrals. The trainers attempt to use a variety of learning approaches & welcome informal & anonymous case discussion to improve & develop the practice of course attendees.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 29 July 2025 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Social & Communication Difficulties Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will enhance awareness of social communication difficulties with children & young people. Some of the key elements in the training will be to try & identify some common behaviour that is associated with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) & hopefully this will raise awareness. It will identify & explore the triad of impairments: social interaction, social imagination & social communication. The training will also include some helpful strategies for better communication that would enhance the skills professionals already demonstrate to ensure further consistency and encourage good practice across all services. The trainers attempt to use a variety of learning approaches & welcome informal & anonymous case discussion to improve & develop the practice of course attendees.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 15 July 2025 from 1.30-3.45pm via MS Teams
- Wednesday 6 August 2025 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Complaint Handling (Children)
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
The purpose of the training is to ensure social care staff understand the Council’s legal obligations in relation to handling complaints and have the necessary skills to investigate complaints effectively, resolving the majority of complaints as close to the point of service delivery as possible. The training will cover the law, the Council’s complaints, compliments and comments procedure(s), culture, the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman and learning from complaints.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY - Children's Service Managers, Team Managers & Advanced Practitioners
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 17 March 2026 from 10.00-12.00pm in Room 406, Town Hall
- Thursday 18 March 2027 from 1.00-3.00pm in Room 406, Town Hall
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Lee Downey, Complaints & Information Governance Manager, Darlington Borough Council
Diploma in Health & Social Care Levels 2 & 3 (Adults)
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
Sessions will cover the following:
- promote communication
- engage in personal development
- promote equality & inclusion
- principles for implementing duty of care
Staff will then choose a specific pathway relevant to their role. Qualification will take between 6-18 months to complete.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY - Direct care staff who work with adults on a regular basis
Dates, Times & Venues
The diplomas are run on a rolling programme & can be accessed at any time during the year. Please note this qualification is no longer run by the Workforce Development Team, please contact Learning & Skills for further information: l&[email protected]
Cost
This course is free to DBC staff who require the qualification as part of their job role
Facilitator/s
Learning & Skills, Darlington Borough Council
Diabetes & Insulin Administration
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
TBC
Target Audience
DBC ONLY - Day Services Staff
Dates, Times & Venues
- Wednesday 9 July 2025 from 9.30-12.30pm at Tandem (Morton Park Business Training Centre)
- Wednesday 9 July 2025 from 1.30-4.30pm at Tandem (Morton Park Business Training Centre)
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Dr Malcolm Day, Ash Healthcare Training
Epilepsy & Rescue Medication (Level 2)
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will cover the following topics:
- how to recognise the signs & symptoms of the different forms of the condition
- underpinning knowledge of the common triggers for seizures
- diagnostic procedures – the signs to look for & what they signify
- guidelines for the ongoing treatment of Epilepsy
- the medicines used for the treatment of Epilepsy & their side effects and contraindications
- the kinds of complementary therapies used in the treatment of Epilepsy & how they can help
how & when to record seizures properly - effective First Aid for Epilepsy patients
- an understanding of “Status Epilepticus”.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY - Day Services Staff
Dates, Times & Venues
- Thursday 26 June 2025 from 9.30-12.30pm or 1.30-4.30pm at Tandem
- Wednesday 2 July 2025 from 9.30-12.30pm or 1.30-4.30pm at Tandem
- Thursday 18 June 2026 from 9.30-12.30pm or 1.30-4.30pm at Tandem
- Wednesday 24 June 2026 from 9.30-12.30pm or 1.30-4.30pm at Tandem
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Curve Learning & Development
EXIP Research - Anti-Racist Practice
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
An invitation to our colleagues to examine systemic racism. Together, we will challenge our preconceptions and learn how to promote cultural competence and Anti Racist Practices in our everyday approach. The session will look at:
- systemic racism defined
- examining privilege & power imbalances
- cultural Competence
- being anti-racist in practice
- allyship and support networks.
Target Audience
All DBC staff are welcome to attend
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 24 June 2025 from 9.30–4.30pm in the Stephenson Suite, Dolphin Centre
- Tuesday 9 September 2025 from 9.30–4.30pm in the Stephenson Suite, Dolphin Centre
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Danielle Farley, Therapeutic Practitioner & Linda Austin, Social Worker, Darlington Borough Council
EXIP Research - Autistic Children
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
To provide practitioners with information about Autism and to explore what being autistic can mean for a child or young person and how they experience the world. The session will:
- seek to increase awareness and understanding of what Autism is, specifically with regards to autistic children
- explore the impact of gender and culture with regards to Autism
- consider examples of the living experience of autistic children
- offer strategies for working positively with autistic children and with their families and carers
- share information about current research relating to Autism and autistic children.
Target Audience
Any practitioner working in Darlington with an interest in Autism.
Dates, Times & Venues
- Thursday 17 July 2025 from 9.30–4.30pm in the Stephenson Suite, Dolphin Centre
- Tuesday 23 September 2025 from 9.30–4.30pm in the Stephenson Suite, Dolphin Centre
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Andrew Robson & Natalie Bell, Social Workers, Darlington Borough Council
EXIP Research - Developing Awareness of ADHD in Adults
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
To provide staff with a wider understanding of ADHD in adults, to increase awareness, reduce stigma, promote inclusivity and understanding of ourselves, partners, colleagues, friends and people that use our services. The session will:
- introduce ADHD to learners
- broaden knowledge of the lived experience of ADHD
- provide some strategies, options for neurodivergent inclusive language and foster inclusivity
- share information about current research about ADHD.
Target Audience
Any practitioner working in Darlington who has an interest in ADHD
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 17 June 2025 from 9.30-4.30pm in the Stephenson Suite, Dolphin Centre - CANCELLED
- Wednesday 26 November 2025 from 9.30-4.30pm in the Stephenson Suite, Dolphin Centre
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Louise Colley, Occupational Therapist, Darlington Borough Council
EXIP Research - Preparing for Adulthood & Communication
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
To be confident in supporting young people with preparing for adulthood & apply knowledge of communication within practice. At the end of the session delegates will:
- have an understanding of preparing for adulthood
- have an understanding and knowledge of the different legal frameworks that are important through preparation for adulthood
- have an understanding of different communication aids that can enhance conversations.
Target Audience
Any practitioner supporting young people in Darlington who are preparing for adulthood
Dates, Times & Venues
- Thursday 16 October 2025 from 9.30-4.30pm in the Stephenson Suite, Dolphin Centre
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Anna Yoxall & Amy Townson, Social Workers, Darlington Borough Council
EXIP Research - Self Neglect: An Overview Involving the Voice of the Person
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
- To develop a greater understanding of self-neglect
- To develop an understanding of the voice of the person in relation to self-neglect
- To develop awareness of the impact of language on relationships with individuals
- Explore and evaluate working practices in relation to self-neglect and how this can be strengthened.
Target Audience
Any practitioner supporting adults in Darlington who self neglect
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 8 July 2025 from 9.30-4.30pm in the Stephenson Suite, Dolphin Centre
- Thursday 9 October 2025 from 9.30-4.30pm in the Stephenson Suite, Dolphin Centre
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Amy Waterfield, Senior Practitioner, Darlington Borough Council
EXIP Research - Substance Misuse/Self Medication
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
To provide practitioners across the People Group with knowledge, theories, approaches and tools to understand and support individuals who use substances to self-medicate. The session will:
- introduce an understanding of substance misuse and substances commonly used
- gain knowledge of why individuals may self-medicate with substances throughout the life course
- look at theories and approaches that can be applied
- introduce support services and techniques to support individuals as well as implementing confidence in practitioners who work with individuals who self-medicate.
Target Audience
Any practitioner working with children, young people, adults & families in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 7 October 2025 from 9.30-4.30pm in the Stephenson Suite, Dolphin Centre
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Jax McNulty, Social Worker, Darlington Borough Council
First Aid Training for Foster Carers
Foster Carers in Darlington are able to access First Aid training via the following training providers:
Tigerlily Training:
Full Paediatric First Aid - This course blends 6 hours of practical training with 6 hour of eLearning. The practical day is presented at your setting on a date of your choosing (the nearest venue is Middlesbrough). Learning must be completed prior to and within 6 weeks of your practical training day.
For dates visit the website: Tigerlily Training [external website] - to book a place email: Workforce Development
Course content:
- Roles & Responsibilities of the First Aider
- Assessing an Emergency Situation & Prioritising Action
- Unresponsive Casualty (Not Breathing) - Infant & Child
- Unresponsive Casualty (Breathing) - Infant & Child
- Choking - Infant & Child
- Seizures & Fevers
- Burns, Bleeds & Shock
- Anaphylaxis / Asthma
- Bites & Stings & Minor Injuries
- Suspected Fracture
- Neck/Back & Head Injuries
- Diabetes
- Meningitis
- Poisons
- Electric Shock Extreme Temperatures
Darlington Borough Council
Emergency First Aid - This 1 day course is ideal for those who want to receive training in emergency first aid and is especially suited for nominated first aiders in small, low risk working environments.
Available dates:
- Wednesday 25 June 2025 from 9.00-3.30pm in Room 411, Town Hall
- Wednesday 9 July 2025 from 9.00-3.30pm in Room 411, Town Hall
- Tuesday 22 July 2025 from 9.00-3.30pm in Room 411, Town Hall
To book a place email: Workforce Development
Course content:
- Assessing an incident
- Unconscious casualties
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CRR)
- Choking
- External bleeding & shock
- Minor injuries
Help First Aid Training
Paediatric First Aid - This 12-hour course meets the requirements set by Childminding UK & OFSTED. This 2 day course runs over consecutive days & is held at a venue in Shildon. For dates visit the website: Help First Aid Training [external website] - to book a place email: Workforce Development
Course content:
- Understanding the role of the first aider
- Knowing the importance of accident reporting and what should be in the first aid box
- Developing action plans for emergencies
- Conducting primary and secondary assessments of the casualty
- Performing the recovery position for infants and children
- Performing infant and child resuscitation following current Resuscitation Council (UK) Guidelines
- Treating a casualty with a head injury
- Helping a casualty who is bleeding, in shock, or has burns
- Caring for injuries to bones or soft tissue
- Assisting a casualty suffering from poisoning, bites, or stings
- Addressing eye, nose, or ear injuries
- Handling various childhood conditions
- Responding to asthma attacks, diabetic emergencies, or seizures
- Assisting a casualty experiencing an allergic reaction or anaphylactic shock, including using an Epi-Pen
Please check with your Fostering Social Worker which course is most appropriate for you to attend. All of these sessions are at a cost to the Local Authority so if you do book a place but fail to attend, you may be charged.
Food Safety & Hygiene for Catering - Level 2
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This course is accredited by City & Guilds. The module covers the following areas:
- individual responsibility for food safety
- the importance of personal hygiene
- how to keep the working area clean & hygienic
- how to receive & store food safely
- preparing, cooking and handling food safely.
Target Audience
DBC Staff - Children's & Adult Services only - it is recommended that anyone who has NOT already completed Food Safety training should complete the Train4Food e-learning module. For further details email: Workforce Development If you only require a refresher then you should complete the Food Safety e-learning module through Academy 10.
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Train4Food
Food Safety & Hygiene - Level 2 (Refresher)
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This course is RoSPA accredited. At the end of the module, delegates will:
- understand the impact of food-borne illness
- be able to identify food hazards & take steps to reduce this risk
- be able to recall & implement the four Cs of food safety
- know the importance of using HACCP to comply with food safety laws.
Target Audience
DBC Staff - Children's & Adult Services only - this is available through Academy 10
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Academy 10
Hidden Sentence Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will help delegates:
- understand the impact of imprisonment on prisoners’ families
- improve understanding of the prison system
- understand the support needs of prisoners’ families
- understand the needs and wishes of prisoners’ families
- understand how to improve the coordination of services to provide more effective support for those affected by the imprisonment of a family member
- understand how to improve own practice in supporting prisoners’ families.
Target Audience
Any practitioner working with families in Darlington who are affected by a family member being in prison
Dates, Times & Venues
- Monday 15 September 2025 from 1.30-4.00pm at Tandem (Morton Park Business Training Centre)
- Tuesday 4 November 2025 from 9.30-12.00pm at Tandem (Morton Park Business Training Centre)
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
NEPACS
Infection, Prevention & Control
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course delegates will have covered the following:
- principles of infection prevention & control including the chain of infection
- causes & spread of infection
- common pathogens
- infection control risk assessments
- standard precautions
- management of blood & body fluid spills
- safer management of sharps & inoculation injuries
- cleaning, decontamination & waste management
- outbreak recognition
- where to obtain further information, assistance & policies
- applying what you know to where you work.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY
Dates, Times & Venues
- Wednesday 10 September 2025 from 10.00-12.30pm in the Stephenson Suite, Dolphin Centre - Fully Booked
*Please note this training will start promptly at 10.00am & if you are more than 20 minutes late at the start you will be turned away*
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Cherry Stephenson, Public Health Protection Officer
Just Checking Assessment Tool Awareness Session
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
Just Checking is an activity monitoring system which helps care professionals complete objective, evidence based care needs assessments of adults with dementia, learning disabilities and autism. This session will look at what the system is & how it can inform assessments.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY – Adult Social Care - new members of staff or anyone who would benefit from a refresher
Dates, Times & Venues
- Wednesday 16 July 2025 from 10.00-11.00am via MS Teams
- Tuesday 9 December 2025 from 10.00-11.00am via MS Teams
- Thursday 23 April 2026 from 10.00-11.00am via MS Teams
- Wednesday 14 October 2026 from 10.00-11.00am via MS Teams
- Tuesday 9 March 2027 from 10.00-11.00am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Jenna Frost, Just Checking
Moving & Handling of People
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will give staff who work with people, the skills and knowledge to manage the moving & handling needs of their clients, balancing their needs with the safety of the staff. By the end of the course, participants will:
- be able to list their basic legal responsibilities when undertaking moving & handling tasks at work
- be able to identify the hazards and risk relating to moving clients which may contribute to choosing the appropriate way to move the person (personal-on-the-spot risk assessment)
- be able to list the postures to avoid that may cause vulnerabilities whilst carrying out handling tasks
- understand how to maintain musculoskeletal health and what to do if they experience an episode of back pain
- be able to demonstrate the Principles of safer moving & handling
- have the confidence to carry out techniques, based on Principles that are appropriate for their own work area, with and without equipment
- demonstrate the safe use of moving & handling equipment, including pre-use checks, currently available in their workplace.
Please note there are some online resources available on the intranet: Resources
Target Audience
DBC People Group
Dates, Times & Venues
- Thursday 19 June 2025 from 9.15-4.45pm at Medequip, Unit 3, Beaumont Square, Aycliffe Industrial Park, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6XN - Fully Booked
- Tuesday 30 September 2025 from 9.30-4.00pm at Medequip, Unit 3, Beaumont Square, Aycliffe Industrial Park, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6XN
- Monday 3 November 2025 from 9.30-4.00pm at Medequip, Unit 3, Beaumont Square, Aycliffe Industrial Park, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6XN
- Monday 9 March 2026 from 9.30-4.00pm at Medequip, Unit 3, Beaumont Square, Aycliffe Industrial Park, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6XN
- Thursday 14 May 2026 from 9.30-4.00pm at Medequip, Unit 3, Beaumont Square, Aycliffe Industrial Park, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6XN
- Thursday 10 September 2026 from 9.30-4.00pm at Medequip, Unit 3, Beaumont Square, Aycliffe Industrial Park, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6XN
- Tuesday 20 October 2026 from 9.30-4.00pm at Medequip, Unit 3, Beaumont Square, Aycliffe Industrial Park, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6XN (THE LINKS ONLY)
- Wednesday 2 December 2026 from 9.30-4.00pm at Foundations (FOUNDATIONS ONLY)
- Wednesday 10 February 2027 from 9.30-4.00pm at Medequip, Unit 3, Beaumont Square, Aycliffe Industrial Park, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6XN
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Edge Training / LPS Training & Consultancy Ltd
Rethink Formulation
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
Rethink formulation is a strength based collaborative process to assessing, planning and evaluating our work with children, families & other professionals. It supports restorative and relational working in Darlington as part of our Practice Model.
Re-think Formulation provides a unified approach to help us to make sense of things together and to develop a shared language with which to do so. It enables us to draw on multiple perspectives and to analyse information thoroughly. With a shared understanding we can create evidence-based plans that involve families and professionals working collaboratively to achieve sustainable change.
Target Audience
DBC only - all practitioners who work in children’s services, family support workers, BSF and Young Peoples Engagement and Justice Service.
Dates, Times & Venues
- Thursday 12 June 2025 from 9.30-4.30pm in the Stephenson Suite, Dolphin Centre
- Wednesday 23 July 2025 from 9.30-4.30pm in the Stephenson Suite, Dolphin Centre
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Jill Adams, Relational and Restorative Practice Lead & Gary Jones, Head of Practice & Quality, Darlington Borough Council
Safe Handling of Medication Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This distance learning course will look at:
- understanding medication & prescriptions
- supply, storage & disposal of medication
- understand the requirements for safe administration of medication
- record keeping & audit processes of medication administration & storage.
Target Audience
Anyone currently working in a role where they need to administer medication in line with legislation & protocols or for those who wish to progress & understand a role of this nature.
For more information please click on the following link: Learning & Skills
DARLINGTON BOROUGH STAFF - Please visit the intranet & search for Workforce Development - details of how to enrol are on the 'Training Course Materials' page
Safeguarding Adults & Children
For details of Safeguarding Adults & Safeguarding Children training, visit the Darlington Safeguarding Partnership Website [external link]
Strengthening Families: Restorative Practice Online Awareness Session
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
An online digital training package is available for those who have not yet undertaken the Strengthening Families Awareness Raising session. The 3 hour session has been broken down into 5 short videos which can be accessed & completed separately. The themes of the five part programme are:
- Part 1: Relationships are key
- Part 2: Living our values
- Part 3: The four ways of being
- Part 4: Making decisions fairly & working 'with'
- Part 5: Using restorative language
Target Audience
- Mandatory for DBC People Group who work with Children & Families - to access please visit the Intranet / Workforce Development / Training Course Materials / Strengthening Families
- Multi Agency staff who work with Children & Families - to access please email [email protected]
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Training package by Leeds Relational Practice Centre
Team Teach Level 1
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This 6 hour programme will look at personal safety, risk reduction strategies (de-escalation), a range of positive handling & interventions together with a focus on policy, documentation & legal guidance.
Target Audience
DBC Staff Only - Targeted Teams
Dates, Times & Venues
- Wednesday 25 June 2025 from 9.30-4.30pm at Tandem
- Tuesday 14 October 2025 from 9.30-4.30pm at Tandem
- Monday 20 October 2025 from 9.30-4.30pm at Tandem
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Team Teach
Understanding the EHCP Process, the Role of Professionals & the Graduated Response
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will help delegates understand:
- the role of professionals in the assessment process
- understand the circumstances under which an EHC request is appropriate
- understand the term 'graduated response' and professionals role in supporting this
- review the EHC timeline.
Target Audience
Any professionals working with children and young people in Darlington who have or may require an EHC Plan
Dates, Times & Venues
- Monday 14 July 2025 from 9.30-11.30am via MS Teams
- Thursday 25 September 2025 from 9.30-11.30am via MS Teams
- Monday 12 January 2026 from 1.00-3.00pm via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Anne Davison, SEND and Inclusion Advisory Lead, Darlington Borough Council
Youth Justice Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This half day session will give an:
- introduction to Youth Offending services & their structure
- an understanding of the way in which young people (YP) are assessed & how their level of intervention is decided
- an overview of the different disposals & orders which a YP can receive from Police/Courts
- a mini intervention ‘taster’
- an exploration of Restorative Justice & processes contained within disposals & YOS work
- a look at welfare versus justice
- summary of custody options for YP.
Target Audience
Anyone interested in learning more about the Youth Justice System, attendees from all backgrounds & services are welcome. It is specifically relevant for partner agencies & services with direct contact with young people. Service or team specific sessions could be delivered either via Teams or in person for groups of 5+
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 5 August 2025 from 9.30-12.30pm in Room 404, Town Hall
- Tuesday 14 October 2025 from 9.30-12.30pm via MS Teams
To book a place please email: [email protected]
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Michael Barr, Youth Justice Service
Moving Forward - Understanding Domestic Abuse
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
Day 1- Understanding Domestic Abuse
This session will focus on the victim & the victim's viewpoint. We will look at what victims face from the minute an incident reaches the point of reporting to relevant services and what can occur in the time between incident & intervention from specialist services. This session is going to shift the narrative around blame, around shaming victims and it is going to refocus on the language we use and the impact that this can have on victims. This session will answer questions and you will be free to ask questions you want to know about working with victims of domestic abuse.
Day 2- Understanding the Workbooks
This session will focus on how to use the workbooks and share the experiences with the extremely strong people that have become victims of domestic abuse through no fault of their own. Any insecurities and worries will be ironed out so you can feel confident that you can deliver the best support to the person you are working with. You will undertake some exercises from the workbook and there will be some fictional case studies to work through. You will receive a copy of the workbook to take away.
Target Audience
DBC Staff Only - Primarily Assessment & Safeguarding teams & targeted teams in Adults
Dates, Times & Venues
- Cohort 9 - Thursday 3 July 2025 & Thursday 17 July 2025 from 9.30-4.30pm at Tandem
- Cohort 10 - Monday 8 September 2025 & Monday 22 September 2025 from 9.30-4.30pm at Tandem
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Helen Miley
Moving Forward - Post Course Impact Analysis & Virtual Check in
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
Once you have completed the training programme you should book onto one of these post course virtual check in sessions which will look at how the programme has impacted your work and discuss any issues you may have.
Target Audience
DBC Staff Only - Primarily Assessment & Safeguarding teams & targeted teams in Adults
Dates, Times & Venues
- Thursday 11 September 2025 from 10.00-12.00pm via MS Teams
- Wednesday 3 December 2025 from 10.00-12.00pm via MS Teams
- Friday 6 March 2026 from 10.00-12.00pm via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Helen Miley
DBC Community Care Inform Licence Holders
There are lots of resources / practice guides available on CCI regarding Learning Disability including:
- how to help adults with learning disabilities develop safe & healthy intimate relationships
- how to identify & assess parents with learning disabilities, plus tips & advice on engaging & communicating with them.
- an understanding of what mate crime is, who perpetrates it & how to identify it.
- how to recognise forced marriage of adults with learning disabilities & the different way it can present to forced marriage of those without learning disabilities.
For more information visit the following website: Learning Disability Knowledge & Practice Hub [external website]
Council for Disabled Children E-Learning Modules
Council for Disabled Children is delighted to announce the launch of the new SEND Basic Awareness e-learning course. It is a freely available, self-guided e-learning tool & is intended to improve level 1 & 2 practitioners’ knowledge & understanding of the Children & Families Act, the SEND Code of Practice, the Local Offer, the graduated approach, the EHC needs assessment process & many other topics around SEND.
CDC was commissioned by senior Health colleagues in the South East to develop e-learning modules to support the SEND Health Training Assurance Framework. These modules have been developed in collaboration with practitioners, senior leaders & parent carers to meet the needs of members of staff working at levels 1 and 2.
Click on the following link for more information: Council for Disabled Children [external website]
Learning & Skills Distance Learning
Learning & Skills provide distance learning courses on the following subjects:
Health Care / Social Care
- Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings
- Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care
- Care and Management of Diabetes
- Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care
- Common Childhood Illnesses
- Principles of Dementia Care
- Common Health Conditions
- Principles of End-of-Life Care
- Falls Prevention Awareness
Learning Difficulties and Disabilities
- Working with and Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities
- Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
- Understanding Distressed Behaviour in Children
- Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
- Understanding Autism
Other
- Understanding Nutrition and Health
- Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
- Certificate in Counselling
- Principles of Customer Service
- Principles of Team Leading
- Information, Advice and Guidance
For further details please click on the following link: Learning & Skills
The MS Society - MS Awareness Course
A new, free online course is available for care workers & social care staff developed by people with MS & health & social care professionals and produced in partnership with Grey Matter Learning. The course explores the different types of MS, how it impacts the care people may need & how to support people with MS.
An accreditation is available from Grey Matter Learning – details are at the end of the course. Click on the following link for more information: The MS Society [external website]
Zero Suicide Alliance
Anybody can learn to save a life in under 10 minutes.
Zero Suicide Alliance teaches you how to identify, understand & help someone who maybe experiencing suicidal thoughts.
There are various modules to choose from, for more information please visit the following website: Zero Suicide Alliance [external website].
North East & North Cumbria Programme for Alcohol Studies
A comprehensive training programme to equip the workforce with the skills to prevent & manage alcohol related harm. Please click on the following link for more information: Programme [external website]