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Skills for Care Webinars
It’s been an interesting six months; we are a Skills for Care Endorsed Provider and in April we were selected to deliver their FULLY FUNDED essential COVID-19 interactive training webinars and inclusive eLearning modules. The webinars are to provide support to Care organisations that are taking on new staff or who have been redeploying existing […]
Are you ready to develop and progress your career…. what’s next for you?
As schools are starting to reopen and life is getting more normal, it may now be time to think about YOU and your personal development, so you are better placed to thrive in these changing times. You may have heard about the new apprenticeship Standard for Leaders in Health and Social Care. This is a […]
Unlock Your Potential in Lockdown with Access Skills
With the UK and life as we know it currently put on pause due to the coronavirus outbreak, thinking about the future is difficult. But whether you’re an employer, an employee, or simply an individual who’s looking to build your skillset, Access Skills can provide you with a wealth of ways to ensure you’re improving […]
New staff, returners/refreshing staff and volunteer training fully-funded courses built for these challenging times
At present, safety is the primary issue on the minds of everyone – not just those working in the care industry. Best practices and how best to ensure the maintained health of yourself and others in the midst of the current coronavirus pandemic are integral in ensuring the damage of this pandemic is minimised. Those […]
Infection Prevention and Control Webinar by Access Skills and QCS
In partnership with QCS, Access Skills decided to host a webinar providing the most up to date and relevant information about Infection Prevention and Control. The webinar is designed to give you a good insight into what are the correct procedures in the prevention and control of infections. In addition, there are some tips on […]
COVID-19: A Statement From Our CEO
Government advice concerning the coronavirus pandemic contains important guidance for us all. It is especially relevant to all of us operating in and around the care sector as we have a duty of care to ensure we protect both vulnerable service users and those staff supporting them. Firstly, I can confirm that Access Skills is […]
Coronavirus Update
The Access Skills advisory team will be available throughout this period to continue to respond to all enquiries and enrol individuals wishing to start on a programme with us. Our innovative delivery model allows us to support our learners on programme, with electronic and distance support from our curriculum tutor and assessment team available as […]
Skills For Care CPD Modules: An Overview
Skills For Care has recently launched three CPD (continuing professional development) modules, aimed at managers working in adult social care services. They are designed to improve the knowledge and skills of managers and future leaders in care services. Successful completion of the three new modules will equip managers with the knowledge and skills needed to […]
The New Level 5 Health and Social Care Apprenticeship Standard
There is a change in the way apprenticeships are being funded and delivered. The previous Health and Social Care Apprenticeship Frameworks Levels 2 and 3 have already been replaced by the new apprenticeship standards. Next to change over is the Level 5 Leadership and Management Apprenticeship Standard. From 31st December 2019, the Framework will no […]
How Employers can use Advanced Learner Loans To Develop Their Staff
Advanced Learner Loans can be an important option for employers to assist in the development of their staff. At Access Skills, we’ve noticed that a lot of employers in the care sector haven’t considered these loans as a legitimate means of aiding staff development. We believe that Advanced Learner Loans offer a unique opportunity for […]
