Date: 3rd December 2025
Location: City Hotel, Queens Quay, Londonderry / Derry, BT48 7AS
Start time:  Registration begins at 9:15am with class commencing at 9:30am sharp
CPI Accredited Trainer: Johnny Boyle
Course Structure: Blended eLearning which combines both online and classroom experience
Maximum Spaces Available: 10
Lunch is provided

Direct Medics is delighted to now be offering our candidates CPI Accredited Training with our in-house trainer Johnny Boyle.

Training is provided free of charge to all candidates working with Direct Medics. If you currently work with us and want to register your interest in attending this course please contact your Compliance officer and/or Recruitment Consultant.

If you are not yet registered with Direct Medics but are interested in working with us and availing of our in-house training benefits please contact our training team directly at [email protected].

CPI Safety Intervention™ Foundation training formerly known as MAPA®, incorporates trauma-informed and person-centred approaches. The programme is the perfect solution for professionals working in health, social care, and education who need to prevent and/or intervene in crisis situations. With a focus on prevention, it also teaches staff de-escalation skills as well as non-restrictive and restrictive interventions. Training Certified by Bild-ACT under the Restraint Reduction Network Training Standards.

Key Benefits:

• Improved Safety for Staff & Service Users – reduces risk of harm during challenging or aggressive incidents.
• Evidence-Based Approach – built on de-escalation, communication, and safe intervention techniques.
• Confidence & Competence – equips staff to recognise early signs of escalation and respond appropriately.
• Legal & Regulatory Compliance – aligns with health & safety, safeguarding, and duty of care obligations.
• Reduced Incidents & Restraints – focus on proactive prevention and de-escalation rather than physical intervention.
• Standardised Best Practice – provides consistent, accredited training across teams and departments.
• Supports Wellbeing – lowers stress levels by giving staff the skills to manage difficult situations effectively.
• Compulsory for HSE staff including agency staff in many acute settings
• CPD Accredited – counts towards professional development and ongoing competency.

Who It’s Suitable For

• Healthcare Professionals – nurses, doctors, HCAs, allied health staff working with patients/service users.
• Social Care & Community Staff – carers, support workers, domiciliary care teams.

Why Choose This Training?

• Tailored to real-world healthcare and social care environments
• Practical, hands-on methods for emergency and high-risk interventions
• Builds resilience, confidence, and a culture of safety