Training Programme 2015-2016 For further details, dates and booking Information please contact; NE63 8BD Tel: 01670 811 972 Fax: 01670 816 796
Health Improvement Training Programme Accident Prevention Children & Young People s Safety Alcohol Brief Awareness & Interventions Back to Basics HIV & AIDS World AIDS day briefing Basic Drug Awareness C Card Training C Card Refresher Training Cancer Prevention Dementia Awareness Training Falls Prevention Training Healthy Weight in Adults Brief Intervention Healthy Weight in Children & Young People Brief Intervention Introduction to Sexual Health Training Maternal Obesity Supporting women to achieve a healthy weight Mental Health First Aid RSPH Understanding Health Improvement Smoke Free Families Reducing Exposure of second hand smoke Social Media & Healthy Teen Relationships Basic Suicide Awareness Training Supporting Foster Parents to talk about growing up Working with Boys & Young Men s groups around health & relationships Working with Girls groups around sexual health & relationship Youth Mental Health First Aid Trust
Children and Young People s Safety / Accident Prevention Training for Professionals This course is designed to give professionals who work with families the knowledge and skills to deliver child safety sessions to parents and carers. An overview of the causes and effects of accidents to children Information on good practice in accident prevention and risk management An understanding of the links between child development and accidents Examples of good practice and effective methods to pass on information effectively Practical advice on accident prevention Dates available on request Trust
Alcohol Brief Awareness & Interventions This training is suitable for a wider range of individuals and organisations working with the general public who are consuming alcohol We will look at drinking patterns as a national picture as well as the impact on local communities The course does not examine drinking dependence but rather, the negative impact it can have on the population with a focus on a preventative approach. To support frontline workers in the recognition of drinking behaviours that may be harmful or damaging to health To equip frontline workers with the knowledge and skills to discuss alcohol and risk taking behaviours when working with individuals To up-skill staff with knowledge and techniques to support individuals (through brief intervention) when harmful behaviours have been identified, aiming to help reduce harmful behaviours and promote alcohol consumption in line with national guidance. Lead Facilitator: Tracy Bruce NE61 8NA Thursday 4 th June 2015 1pm 4pm Wednesday 1 st July 2015 1pm 4pm Thursday 12 th November 2015 1pm 4pm Monday 9 th March 2016 1pm 4pm Blyth Rugby & Cricket Club Blyth Rugby & Cricket Club Blyth Rugby & Cricket Club Blyth Rugby & Cricket Club
Back To Basics HIV & Aids: World Aids Day 2015 Briefing The aid of this two hour briefing is to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS and to increase early testing/diagnosis within communities. Aimed at non clinical professionals and educators who are looking to be involved in raising awareness of HIV/AIDS By the end of the workshop we hope you will have; Gained skills and knowledge to encourage positive sexual health choices Have an awareness of the issues caused by stigma attached to HIV and understand the impact on early testing Feel encouraged to participate in World Aids Day 2015 (Tuesday 1 st December 2015) through a variety of mechanisms Lead Facilitator: Jane Telfer Wednesday 21 st October 2015 1pm 3pm The Morpeth Clinic Gas House Lane Morpeth NE61 1SR NE61 8NA
Basic Drug Awareness This training will give participants basic knowledge and understanding in relation to substance use. Participants will gain an understanding of a range of drugs, as well as the effects on the individual. We will look at the difference in terms of stimulant, depressant and hallucinogenic drugs. This training will look at some of the reasons people use drugs and also the effect substance use has on communities. To increase learner confidence and understanding in relation to drugs To understand the effects of drugs on individuals and communities To identify why drugs and alcohol are public health issues Lead Facilitator: Tim Holmes Tuesday 28 th April 2015 9:00am 1:00pm Thursday 5 th November 2015 1:00pm 5:00pm Meeting Room 2 NE63 8BD Meeting Room 2 NE63 8BD NE63 8BD
Sexual Health Service C Card Training A one day course aimed at anyone who works with young people aged 13-25 years old, delivering c card, condom and sexual health information. From January 2013, there is an expectation that anyone who applies for C Card training will have completed the Introduction to Sexual Health Course. To Understand the C Card programme and Chlamydia /Gonorrhoea screening processes and agency requirements for its implementation throughout Overview of sex and the law, relating to young people and Fraser Guidelines. An overview of products available via the C Card Scheme Lead Facilitator: Julie Codling Sexual Health Service The Morpeth Clinic Gas House Lane Morpeth NE61 1SR Phone: 01670 500501 Fax: 01670 500539 c-card@northumbria-healthcare.nhs.uk Friday 27th February 2015 9.30am 4.30pm Thursday 14th May 2015 9.30am 4.30pm Wednesday 16th September 2015 9.30am 4.30pm Thursday 19th November 2015 9.30am 4.30pm The Morpeth Clinic Gas House Lane Morpeth NE61 1SR Berwick Youth Project Training Room 9 12 Golden Square Berwick TD15 1BG Haltwhistle Health Centre Greencroft Ave. Haltwhistle NE49 9AP The Morpeth Clinic Gas House Lane Morpeth NE61 1SR
Sexual Health Service C Card Refresher Training A half day course aimed at anyone who has completed initial C Card training. Refresher training is recommended every 18 months giving participants the opportunity to update their knowledge and skills related to the scheme. Update knowledge regarding C Card programme, Chlamydia /Gonorrhoea screening processes and agency requirements for its implementation throughout An opportunity to explore long acting reversible contraceptive methods, (LARCS) Revisit sex and the law, relating to young people and Fraser Guidelines. An overview of products available via the C Card Scheme Lead Facilitator: Julie Codling Friday 6 th February 2015 10.00am 1.00pm Berwick Youth Project Training Room 9 12 Golden Square Berwick TD15 1BG Sexual Health Service The Morpeth Clinic Gas House Lane Morpeth NE61 1SR Phone: 01670 500501 Fax: 01670 500539 c-card@northumbria-healthcare.nhs.uk
Cancer Prevention One to two hour tool box talks covering cancers; including signs & symptoms and prevention. Toolbox talks offered on: Breast Cancer Awareness Prostate Cancer Awareness Bowel Cancer Awareness Bladder and Kidney Cancer Awareness Lung Cancer Skin Cancer Awareness How to reduce your cancer risk toolbox talk on lifestyle changes you can make to reduce your cancer risk. The courses are designed to give an awareness of general signs and symptoms. Greater awareness of possible common symptoms and signs of the cancers. Preventative information and advice Lead Facilitator: Stephanie Edwards If you would like any of the sessions to run in your workplace please contact to arrange. Trust
Dementia Awareness Training A training session to increase knowledge and understanding of Dementia and Alzheimer s. Develop understanding of the common features / behaviours for people with memory loss. Look into ways we can best support someone with memory loss. The training is designed to help workers, paid carers and volunteers feel more comfortable with this client group and better equipped to meet their individual needs. Increase awareness of memory loss behaviour, Dementia and Alzheimer s Understand common features for someone with memory problems Help to Identify any concerns when working with these clients Explore possible practical solutions to potential problems Understand benefits of activity therapy for clients with memory loss Dates available on request Trust
Falls Prevention Training A train the trainer approach to allow others to pass on key messages around the prevention of falls to older people living in the community. The training provides a tool kit for people to use when delivering the messages of falls prevention. Understand the potential consequence of a fall to an individual s health and wellbeing. To be aware of the environmental and individual factors which contribute towards a fall? To know how to teach someone how to get up after a fall. To advice older people how best to prevent falls. Dates available on request Trust
Healthy Weight in Adults Brief Intervention This training aims to offer you age related guidance and resources so you can give brief advice or, when able, a brief intervention to help address weight concerns specifically in overweight or obese adults. To become confident in providing adults with weight concerns, brief advice and when able, offer a brief intervention. Lead Facilitator: Louise Ray Monday 28 th September 2015 9.00am to 12.00pm This session will include information on maternal obesity Briardale Centre Briardale Road Blyth NE24 5AN
Healthy Weight in Children and Young People Brief Intervention This training aims to offer you age related guidance and resources so you can give brief advice or, when able, a brief intervention to help address weight concerns specifically in overweight or obese children or young people To become confident in providing children and young people with weight concerns, brief advice and when able, offer a brief intervention Lead Facilitator: Louise Ray Tuesday 11 th August 2015 10.00 am to 12.30 pm Tuesday 13th October 2015 9.30 am to 12.00 noon Thursday 4 th February 2016 1.00 pm to 3.30 pm Hexham Children s Centre Beaufront Avenue Hexham, NE46 1JD Children s Centre Alexandra Road,, NE63 9EF Berwick Children s Centre Ladywell Place Berwick TD15 2AE NE63 8BD
Introduction to Sexual Health Training A one day course aimed at anyone who works with young people aged under 25 and is in a position of either delivering sexual health education or advising young client groups. From January 2013, there is an expectation that anyone who applies for C Card training will have already completed this course. To develop strategies in raising issues of sexual health with client groups Brief overview of contraception and sexual health ( non-clinical) Overview of sexual health services for young people, to enable practitioners to offer effective advice and information Lead Facilitator: Jane Telfer NE61 8NA Wednesday 13 th May 2015 9.15am 4.30pm Tuesday 15 th September 2015 9.15am 4.30pm Wednesday 18 th November 2015 9.15am 4.30pm Berwick Youth Project 9-12 Golden Square, Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 1BG Haltwhistle Health Centre Greencroft Avenue Haltwhistle NE49 9AP The Morpeth Clinic Gas House Lane Morpeth NE61 1SR
Mental Health First Aid Event Overview: Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a nationally and internationally recognised training course that gives a person the knowledge, skills and confidence to make an immediate helping response to someone experiencing a mental health crisis. This course will look at how to help, support and give information to people experiencing problems such as depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety or psychosis. A variety of teaching methods (including discussion, group work and DVD clips) will be used to keep the day lively. All those who complete the course will receive a manual and a certificate of participation. No specialist knowledge is required to attend the course To increase knowledge of common adult mental health problems To become better equipped with knowledge and skills which will help workers to respond appropriately when working with those experiencing a mental health crisis or difficulty To decrease stigma and increase awareness in relation to common mental health problems To be more aware of appropriate services in relation to mental health Lead Facilitator: Tracy Bruce NE63 8BD Wednesday 8 th & Thursday 9 th April 2015 9.00am 5.00pm Wednesday 8 th & Thursday 9 th July 2015 9.00am 5.00pm Wednesday 7 th & Thursday 8 th October 2015 9.00am 5.00pm Tuesday 12 th & Wednesday 13 th January 2016 9.00am 5.00pm
RSPH Understanding Health Improvement This course explores the wider determinants of health, dimensions of health and health inequalities. It also looks at models of health goal setting and behaviour change To provide candidates with a knowledge and understanding of: The principles of promoting health and well being How to direct individuals towards further practical support in their efforts to maintain and attain a healthier lifestyle Facilitator: Stephanie Edwards Cost: Charges may apply for this training Dates available on request Trust
Smoke Free Families Reducing Exposure of Second hand Smoke To increase participants awareness about the effects of second-hand smoke. Particularly in relation to children s health To equip participants with the knowledge and skills to help them embed advice to parents and carers on protecting their families from second-hand smoke To introduce participants to the smoke free families programme and how it fits in with the delivery of tobacco control in the North East. Facilitator: Tim Holmes Dates available on request Trust
Social Media & Healthy Teen Relationships This one day training workshop for teachers & educators who work with young people aims to explore the issues relating to young people s preferred choice of media and how this has impacted on young people s expectations of being sexually healthy. A range of lesson activities and strategies will be explored how to use social networking in a positive way and what is currently available to support sexual health work through national organizations Explored of the education issues around young people accessing pornography and the impact on how this can influence their understanding of sex and relationships. Experienced activities designed to work with groups of young people to stimulate discussions around pornography, sexting, media and the positive use of social networking. Have a brief overview of some of the most popular social media websites currently being used by young people. Facilitator: Jane Telfer Health Improvement Specialist Practitioner Cost: None Friday 24 th April 2015 9:30am 4:30pm Friday 6 th November 2015 9:30am 4:30pm Berwick Youth Project 9-12 Golden Square, Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 1BG Trust
Basic Suicide Awareness Training Event Overview: Suicide awareness training is a half-day session that aims to increase basic knowledge and understanding in relation to suicide in England. This training gives an overview of suicide globally, nationally and locally. Whilst highlighting key warning signs, risk and protective factors, as well as how to respond in a crisis situation. Appropriate referral routes and signposting is also discussed. To increase knowledge in relation to suicide awareness To develop practical skills to support people at risk of suicide To highlight contributing factors that increase risk & vulnerability Facilitator: Tracy Bruce Health Improvement Specialist Practitioner NE63 8BD Date Thursday 23 rd April 2015 1pm 4.30pm Thursday 16 th July 2015 1pm 4.30pm Thursday 3 rd December 2015 1pm 4.30pm Wednesday17 th February 2016 1pm 4.30pm
Supporting Foster Parents to Talk About Growing Up, Body Changes, Relationships & Sexual Health This course aims to support foster parents and carers to facilitate age appropriate discussions around growing up, body changes, relationships and sexual health. Spaces are limited. Bookings can be made by Foster Carers direct to Health Improvement or via Carer Development Workers The physical and emotional changes during puberty To improve confidence in discussing growing up, sex and relationships. Identify opportunities that can be used to discuss sex and relationships. Being able to answer children s questions confidently. Overview of the sex and relationship education core curriculum from Foundation to Key Stage 4. Facilitator: Jane Telfer Health Improvement Specialist Practitioner Tuesday 13 th October 2015 9.45am 2.30pm NB: This training is for Foster Parents within Only Trust NE63 8BD
Working with Boys & Young Men s Groups around Health & Relationships This practical course aimed at youth & community workers, pastoral staff and educators will explore opportunities within group work to address issues and develop positive approaches of working with boys and young men, so that they feel safe and supported. There is an expectation that participants will plan and deliver at least one programme of sessions to boys and young men in within 12 months of completing this course. To understand the rationale for working with boys and young men Experience training activities and practical ideas for supporting boys self-esteem, emotional resourcefulness and encourage healthier lifestyles. To plan a programme of sessions for group work. Facilitator(s): Jane Telfer Thursday 2 nd & Friday 3 rd July 2015 9:30am 4:30pm NE63 8BD
Working with Girls Groups around Sexual Health & Relationships This two day practical course aimed at youth & community workers, pastoral staff and educators will provide workers with a range of exercises that can be used with groups of young women to build confidence, assertiveness, self-esteem and help recognise the difference between healthy & unhealthy relationships. There is an expectation that participants will plan and deliver at least one programme of sessions to young women in within 12 months of completing this course. To understand the rationale for working with girls and young women around self-esteem, confidence and healthy relationships. Experience training activities and practical ideas and resources for supporting group work. To plan a programme of sessions for group work in your organisation. Facilitator: Jane Telfer Thursday 25 th & Friday 26 th June 2015 9:30am 4:30pm NE63 8BD
Youth Mental Health First Aid Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an internationally recognised training course that gives participants the knowledge, skills and confidence to support a young person who may be experiencing mental and emotional distress. To recognise the early signs of mental health problems in young people Feel confident is supporting a young person experiencing mental health difficulties. To be able to guide a young person towards the right support Help reduce the stigma of mental health problems. For further information regarding MHFA England log onto www.mhfaengland.org Facilitator: Tracy Bruce Please note that you must attend both days to complete the course NE63 8BD Wednesday 13 th and Thursday 14 th May 2015 9.00am - 5.00pm Wednesday16 th and Thursday 17 th September 2015 9.00am - 5.00pm Wednesday 4 th and Thursday 5 th November 2015 9.00am - 5.00pm Wednesday 3 rd and Thursday 4 th February 2016 9.00am - 5.00pm
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