Moving and Handling Train the Trainer

Course Title: The West of England Moving and Handling Trainers Foundation Course

 

This course is aimed at individuals with a minimum of two years care/nursing experience within their particular field prior to attending this course. It is ideal for those working within a hospital, residential or community setting where client/patient handling is part of the daily routine.

Why do our customers choose us?

Established over 20 years ago and highly regarded amongst the health and social care community. The course is regularly attended by occupational therapists, registered nurses, care managers, health and safety professionals, care supervisors, owner managers and equipment manufacturers.

This course is also suitable for staff involved in the education and teaching of others in a wide variety of environments.

Our courses are delivered by knowledgeable and enthusiastic moving and handling consultants and trainers all of whom hold adult teaching qualifications supported by a professional qualification and considerable, hands on practical experience in a wide variety of health and social care settings, this is reflected in our grounded, pragmatic approach.

How do we approach the west of England moving and handling trainer’s foundation course?

Trainers employ a wide range of teaching techniques to meet the needs of individual delegates attending courses. This course programme, endorsed by College of Occupational Therapists (COT) follows a set syllabus and contains the most up to date information available including:

- Bio-mechanics and back care
- Ergonomics
- Developing training programmes
- Legislation
- Risk assessment
- Inanimate object handling
- Client handling techniques
- Presentations
- Project work
- Hoisting and other mechanical aids

Owing to the practical nature of this course a basic level of general fitness is required. Delegates must be physically able to carry out the procedures detailed in the course outline. 

Duration: This course is of six days duration.

Methods of Assessment: Theory and Practical Assessment

Course Materials and Certification: 

We’ll provide delegates with a variety of printed course materials including workbooks and handouts. On successful completion of this course delegates will receive a printed certificate endorsed by COT.