We offer a range of CPD-accredited training and learning development programmes in line with the Care Act 2014. Our tailored courses are ideal for anyone working within an organisation providing care and support.
What is the Care Act 2014?
The Care Act 2014 establishes how care and support functions have to be provided, setting up legal duties and principles for local authorities, health providers and other partners. It covers prevention, wellbeing principles, safeguarding, assessments independent advocacy, carers and commissioning.
Our Care Act training programmes
Our courses cover all aspects of the Care Act and its duties and principles from a knowledge and practice point of view. We can develop, deliver and evaluate a programme tailored to your region, individual local authority, health or care provider.
Training and remote learning options from SCIE

Principles and duties
Overview of the principles of the Care Act 2014 and an understanding of their duties under the Act.

Information and advice
What is information and advice and who can provide it?

Commissioning and market shaping
The principles of good commissioning outlined in the statutory guidance.

Personal budgets and direct payments
Implications of the Care Act for personal budgets, direct payments and Independent service funds.

Assessment & eligibility
CPD courses in assessing and determining eligible needs as required by the Care Act for adults and carers.

Culture change
CPD courses in developing, implementing and evaluating workforce behaviours and cultural change.