Skills for Care Statutory and Mandatory Training for Care Workers

Equipping care and support workers with vital knowledge and skills to deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality care across the UK.

Our Skills for Care Statutory and Mandatory Training is tailored to equip care and support workers with vital knowledge and skills. We provide face-to-face statutory and mandatory training UK-wide, at venues or at your premises.

Training for practitioners in domiciliary, home care and supported living. Certificate issued within 24 working hours.

Who It's For: Domiciliary & Home Care Workers · Supported Living Practitioners · Healthcare Assistants & Support Workers · Agency Care Staff · Registered Managers & Team Leaders

Our Training Courses

Each course has its own dedicated page with full details, dates, and booking.

Delivery Options

Choose the delivery method that works best for your team.

Face to Face Training

Full day in-person training at our Cheadle Centre or at your premises. Ideal for groups and hands-on practical assessment.

Blended Learning

Online theory combined with a shorter in-person practical assessment session. Flexible for shift workers.

Online (Zoom)

Live trainer-led sessions via Zoom for theory-based courses. Practical assessment arranged separately where required.

What is Statutory and Mandatory Training?

Understanding the essential training standards required for health and social care workers.

Statutory Training

Statutory training is compulsory training required by law or specified by a statutory body (such as the Care Quality Commission (CQC), Ofsted, or local authorities) that an organisation must ensure its staff complete to maintain safety and legal compliance.

Statutory and Mandatory Training

Mandatory training encompasses the core subjects that care workers must undertake to deliver safe, person-centred care. These essential modules include:

  • Health & Safety and Manual Handling / Moving & Positioning
  • Infection Control & Prevention
  • Safeguarding Adults & Safeguarding Children
  • Medication Management and Administration
  • Fire Safety Awareness & Emergency Response
  • First Aid Awareness & Basic Life Support

Fundamental Standards & Regular Refreshers

Regular refresher training is required to ensure staff remain up to date with evolving standards, maintain competence, and fulfil CQC and local authority fundamental requirements.

Training Courses

Flexible and accredited training packages tailored for individual carers and care organisations.

Course Description Price Member Price Book
One Day Statutory and Mandatory Training Full day face-to-face mandatory training covering all core subjects From £49 From £44 Book
Blended Statutory and Mandatory Training Combination of online theory and in-person practical assessment From £49 From £44 Book
Statutory and Mandatory Training for Domiciliary (Home Care) Workers Tailored to domiciliary/home care environments From £49 From £44 Book
Statutory and Mandatory Training for Supported Living Workers Tailored to supported living environments From £49 From £44 Book
Tier 2 Oliver McGowan Training 6 guided learning hours for practitioners working with autistic individuals and those with learning disabilities From £70 From £63 Book

Prices include certification within 24 working hours. Group discounts available for 5 or more learners.

Upcoming Training Dates

Book your place on an upcoming mandatory training session. Spaces are limited.

20 Aug

Statutory and Mandatory Training for Domiciliary Workers

Thursday · 09:30 · Cheadle Training Centre

Face to Face

10 spaces left Book
22 Aug

Tier 2 Oliver McGowan Training

Saturday · 10:00 · Online (Zoom)

Online

9 spaces left Book
12 Sep

Tier 2 Oliver McGowan Training

Saturday · 09:30 · Cheadle Training Centre

Face to Face

12 spaces left Book
28 Aug

One Day Statutory and Mandatory Training

Friday · 09:30 · Cheadle Training Centre

Face to Face

5 spaces left Book
4 Sep

Statutory and Mandatory Training for Supported Living Workers

Friday · 09:30 · Cheadle Training Centre

Face to Face

10 spaces left Book
11 Sep

Blended Statutory and Mandatory Training (Practical Assessment)

Friday · 10:00 · Online (Zoom)

Blended

8 spaces left Book
18 Sep

One Day Statutory and Mandatory Training

Friday · 09:30 · Cheadle Training Centre

Face to Face

9 spaces left Book
25 Sep

Tier 2 Oliver McGowan Training

Friday · 10:00 · Online (Zoom)

Online

12 spaces left Book
17 Oct

Tier 2 Oliver McGowan Training

Saturday · 09:30 · Cheadle Training Centre

Face to Face

12 spaces left Book
7 Nov

Tier 2 Oliver McGowan Training

Saturday · 10:00 · Online (Zoom)

Online

12 spaces left Book
21 Nov

Tier 2 Oliver McGowan Training

Saturday · 09:30 · Cheadle Training Centre

Face to Face

12 spaces left Book
5 Dec

Tier 2 Oliver McGowan Training

Saturday · 10:00 · Online (Zoom)

Online

12 spaces left Book
19 Dec

Tier 2 Oliver McGowan Training

Saturday · 09:30 · Cheadle Training Centre

Face to Face

12 spaces left Book
2 Oct

Statutory and Mandatory Training for Domiciliary Workers

Friday · 09:30 · Cheadle Training Centre

Face to Face

10 spaces left Book
9 Oct

One Day Statutory and Mandatory Training

Friday · 09:30 · Cheadle Training Centre

Face to Face

10 spaces left Book
16 Oct

Blended Statutory and Mandatory Training (Practical Assessment)

Friday · 10:00 · Cheadle Training Centre

Blended

6 spaces left Book

Don't see a suitable date? Contact us to arrange on-site training at your premises.

Why Statutory and Mandatory Training Matters

Investing in high-quality training transforms care outcomes and workforce confidence.

How Often Should Statutory and Mandatory Training Be Completed?

Keeping care teams up to date and fully compliant year-round.

CSTF (Core Skills Training Framework) mandatory training should be completed on an annual basis.

This requirement applies to all staff, including full-time, part-time, and agency workers. Regular yearly refreshers ensure staff remain up to date with current regulations and high standards of practice.

Practical Assessments and Hands-On Learning

Interactive, scenario-based learning led by experienced care professionals.

We place a strong emphasis on real-world learning to bridge theory and daily practice. Each course includes practical assessments and interactive activities led by experienced trainers.

Our hands-on learning model engages participants directly via:

  • Practising Real-World Scenarios: Simulating practical situations carers encounter in home care and supported living settings.
  • Developing Practical Confidence: Mastering key techniques under instructor guidance.
  • Receiving Constructive Feedback: One-on-one evaluation and support from seasoned care educators.

Experienced Trainers with Recognised Qualifications

High-quality training delivered by certified health and social care experts.

Our trainers are certified in their fields with years of hands-on experience across various health and social care sectors. They hold credentials fully aligned with Skills for Care standards.

Many of our trainers have backgrounds as practising care professionals, bringing authentic real-world insights, empathy, and practical expertise to every course.

How to Book

Straightforward booking options for individual care workers and care providers.

For Individual Learners

Reserve by choosing your preferred date and venue, then complete our simple online booking form.

For Groups and Organisations

We deliver tailored group sessions at our Cheadle Centre or at your premises.

Onsite Training Available

We come directly to your workplace equipped with all required training materials and practical equipment.

Getting Started

Contact us with your participant numbers, preferred training dates, and location to arrange your session.

Book Your Statutory and Mandatory Training Today

Empower your care staff with vital skills and stay fully compliant with regulatory standards. Get in touch with Caring Alliance today to discuss your mandatory training needs or explore membership benefits.

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