Training

A range of training sessions across multiple dates aimed at CHC knowledge delivered by BOC ICB, including:

• Checklist referral training
• Introduction to NHS Continuing Healthcare
• Fast track training for healthcare professionals

CHC referrals will not be accepted unless they are sent by a trained peron within the care home setting. A letter was sent to care homes between June and Sept 2024 to alert care homes. 

Oxfordshire County Council part-fund training provided by Flourish through their Click eLearning  platform, which streamlines access to excellent, free online training and information for those in our social care workforce.

This offer is extended until 31 March 2026.

Click can be accessed for £1 per learner, per month, plus VAT, specifically for the Adult Social Care online course bundle.

Free half-day training for care home staff

• Delivered between Sep 2025 and Mar 2026
• 1st and 3rd Thursday each month
• 9.30 am - 12.30 pm
• Practical Food First strategies to manage and prevent malnutrition
• Hydration tips and tools
• Supporting residents with texture-modified diets
• Managing barriers to eating & drinking
• Hands-on activities, real-life case studies and resources to take away
• Certificate of attendance for CPD

OCDS is now part of Oxford Health. They offer training and support for dental care for residents and clients supported by adult social care providers. 

Various dates

Special offers available

Oxford Centre for Education and Research in Palliative Care in partnership with Sobell House and Katharine House Hospice are holding a number of courses supporting end of life care.

Statutory and mandatory knowledge and skills in a variety of topic areas based on a review of legislation, guidelines, statutory guidance, standards and recommendations.

Further opportunities available through the site menu.