CQC-Aligned Care Training Modules & Workforce Development
Upskilling Care Workers, and Support Staff to Ensure Compliance and Excellence in Care Delivery.
In the health and social care sector, continuous professional development is not merely a regulatory box to tick, it is the bedrock of safety, dignity, and high care quality. KS CASS provides comprehensive, CQC-aligned training modules designed specifically for care assistants, support workers, and domestic staff.
Whether you are a care home manager seeking to upskill an entire internal team or an individual care worker looking to refresh certifications, our training programs blend rigorous theoretical learning with practical skill application. We ensure every participant emerges confident, compliant, and ready to handle real-world care challenges.
Key Training Modules Offered
Mandatory Care Certificate Modules
Our Care Certificate training covers all 15 standards outlined by Skills for Care, Health Education England, and the National Health Service. This foundational program is designed for new entrants to the care sector as well as experienced staff needing a structured refresher.
Key Learning Outcomes:
Understanding duty of care, person-centred care approaches, privacy and dignity, effective communication strategies, equality and diversity, and handling personal information securely.
Target Audience:
New care assistants, support workers, and domestic personnel entering residential or community care environments.
Safeguarding Adults & Children
Safeguarding is a central responsibility for every social care professional. Our courses equip staff with the skills needed to identify vulnerability, recognize subtle signs of physical, emotional, or financial abuse, and follow multi-agency reporting guidelines.
Key Learning Outcomes:
Spotting indicators of neglect or harm, understanding whistleblowing protocols, legal frameworks (including the Care Act 2014), and managing disclosures safely and confidentially.
Target Audience:
All care workers, senior carers, team leaders, and care home managers.
Moving & Handling (Theory & Practical Hands-On)
Improper lifting techniques put both carers and service users at severe risk of injury. Our Moving & Handling module combines ergonomic safety theory with hands-on practice using actual care equipment.
Key Learning Outcomes:
Safe operation of hoists, slide sheets, standing frames, and transfer boards; conducting individual movement risk assessments; and preventing back injuries through correct body mechanics.
Target Audience:
Care assistants, nurses, support workers, and domestic staff working in physical care roles.
Medication Administration & Management
Safe medication management is critical to resident health and CQC compliance. This course delivers deep training on prescription protocols, safe handling, administration techniques, and accurate record-keeping.
Key Learning Outcomes:
Reading MAR (Medication Administration Record) charts, understanding controlled drugs legislation, preventing administration errors, handling refusals, and managing side effect reporting.
Target Audience:
Senior care assistants, care coordinators, nurses, and team leads responsible for medication rounds.
Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) & COSHH Safety
Maintaining strict infection control is essential for preventing outbreaks in care facilities. Our IPC course teaches clinical hygiene standards and hazardous chemical handling safety.
Key Learning Outcomes:
Correct donning and doffing of PPE, hand hygiene protocols, managing viral or bacterial outbreaks (such as Norovirus and Influenza), and COSHH chemical safety compliance.
Target Audience:
Domestic staff, care workers, kitchen personnel, and facility maintenance teams.
Basic Life Support (BLS) & Emergency First Aid
When medical emergencies occur, immediate action saves lives. Our practical BLS course ensures care staff remain calm, organized, and effective under pressure.
Key Learning Outcomes:
Adult CPR techniques, managing choking incidents, operating automated external defibrillators (AEDs), placing individuals in the recovery position, and emergency escalation.
Target Audience:
All care facility personnel, nurses, support workers, and administrative staff.
Specialized Care Training Modules
Dementia Awareness & Person-Centred Communication: Understanding how dementia affects brain function, managing distress, and creating positive sensory environments for residents.
Positive Behavior Support (PBS) & Autism Awareness:
Strategies for supporting individuals with neurodivergent needs, de-escalation techniques, and managing complex behaviors compassionately.
End-of-Life Care & Palliative Care Support:
Supporting resident comfort, managing pain symptoms sensitivity, and working compassionately alongside families during end-of-life care.
Delivery Options & Certification
In-Person & On-Site Training: Delivered directly at your care home, office, or facility by experienced clinical trainers, minimizing staff travel time.
Blended E-Learning Options:
Flexible online theory modules paired with face-to-face practical skill assessments for maximum convenience.
Digital Compliance Tracking:
Instant digital certification tracking for HR files, enabling simple auditing during CQC inspections.
