Mandatory training reflects the responsibility placed upon nursing staff to demonstrate that they can work in a safe manner. Using traditional classroom training, practical involvement and assessments, the regular renewal of such modules enable nurses to be compliant legally and line with local NHS frameworks.
Training Requirements: Healthcare Assistants:
● Moving and Handling
● Basic Life Support
● Vulnerable Persons Training (Child & Adult)
● Infection Control
● Health & Safety at Work
● HIV Awareness
● Venepuncture *
● Clinical Observations *
* Required for Band 3 only
Training Requirements: Mental Health Healthcare Assistants:
● Moving and Handling
● Basic Life Support
● Vulnerable Persons Training (Child & Adult)
● Infection Control
● Health & Safety at Work
● Mental Capacity Act **
● Lone Worker (Community only ) **
● Clinical Observations *
* Required for Band 3 only
** Best practice
Completing your Mandatory Training:
Some mandatory modules can be accessed online; in the first instance, you should submit what course certificates you have to your Compliance Officer, who will then advise further as to how to complete your remaining courses.
