This 4-Day Induction to Care course offers new or returning care staff a solid foundation in essential care principles, values, and practical skills. It is designed to prepare learners to work confidently with older people, adults with support needs, and individuals in residential or home care settings.

Delivered by experienced trainers with real-world care backgrounds, this induction helps staff feel secure, supported, and ready to provide safe, person-centred care. Each day covers a key group of topics aligned with the National Occupational Standards and supports progress toward the Care Certificate.

Ideal for providers looking to ensure their team members meet key expectations from day one, this training also supports CQC requirements for safe and effective induction practices.

Key Learning

• Personal care, dignity, and infection prevention
• Health and safety responsibilities in care settings
• Introduction to the Mental Capacity Act and DoLS
• Principles of equality, diversity, and inclusive support
• Awareness of dementia and mental health conditions
• Safe food hygiene practices
• Recognising and reporting safeguarding concerns
• Safe handling of medication and record-keeping
• Basic life support and emergency response
• Moving and assisting, including safe hoist use

A thorough, four-day programme designed to give new carers the essential knowledge and confidence needed to work safely and compassionately. Each day builds knowledge around the values and responsibilities of the care role, using plain, practical language, real-world examples, and supportive discussion.

The training combines the theory behind good care with safe working practices and communication skills. It reflects the most common scenarios staff will face, including personal care, supporting people with dementia, handling medication, and working within the Mental Capacity Act.

The final day includes practical training in safer moving and assisting, including hoist use, enabling staff to protect both themselves and those they support. The course meets best practice guidance and is compliant with National Occupational Standards, making it a valuable step toward completing the Care Certificate.

Relevant Standards Covered:

Care Certificate (covers core content across all 15 standards)

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

Mental Capacity Act 2005 and DoLS

Equality Act 2010

Human Rights Act 1998

CQC expectations for staff induction

Open course per person          £459
In-house for up to 6 people    £1963
In-house for up to 12 people  £2088