



Social Care Courses
Premier Partnership works with care providers, local authorities and charities to deliver accredited social care training that develops staff expertise and supports high standards of care.
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Level up the care your team provides
Choose from half-day courses to in-depth workshops, with content mapped to sector guidance including the Care Act and best practice standards.
- Build specialist skills and confidence
- Recognised by respected awarding bodies
- Practical training for real-world applications
What’s covered in your social care courses?
Topics range from dysphagia and attachment theory to SMART planning and Section 42 decisions, all taught through real case work. Many programmes carry CPD hours or link to national frameworks, so learning is valued by inspectors and employers alike.
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Frequently asked questions
What training is mandatory in social care?
Mandatory training for social care workers typically includes subjects like safeguarding adults and children, health and safety, manual handling, infection prevention and control, basic life support and fire safety. These are essential to ensure safe, high-quality care.
What qualifications do you need to work in social care?
You don’t always need formal qualifications to start, but many roles require or encourage completing the Care Certificate during your first few months.
Are your social care courses accredited?
Yes, many of our social care courses are accredited by recognised awarding bodies, and we also offer qualifications mapped to sector standards, including the Care Certificate and diplomas.
Can we fit training around shift patterns?
We offer flexible delivery, including short sessions, virtual training, and blended learning to help services fit training around busy rotas.
Do you offer training for both frontline staff and managers?
Yes. We provide training at all levels. Whether it’s core care skills, supervision, or leadership development, we’ll help you find the right course for every role in your team.
More about Social Care training courses
Making training work for your team
Delivering high-quality care starts with confident, capable staff. Our social care courses focus on the real-world skills your team needs to provide safe, effective, and compassionate support. From spotting signs of self-neglect to keeping accurate records and handling medication safely, we help teams strengthen their day-to-day practice.
Supporting your team’s growth also supports your service. Recognised qualifications not only build confidence and competence; they show staff they’re valued and that there’s a future for them in care.
Clear learning pathways for every level
Whether you’re training new support workers or upskilling experienced managers, we offer a range of courses to suit every level. Choose from short, practical half-day sessions to in-depth workshops that develop leadership and decision-making.
The General Certificate, in particular, is seen as the go-to qualification for health and safety practitioners. Covering key principles and practical application, it helps professionals build the skills, confidence, and legal understanding they need.
Why train with Premier Partnership?
At Premier Partnership, our NEBOSH courses are delivered by experienced tutors who bring a wealth of expertise to every session, whether you are joining us online or in person.
We offer flexible delivery options, small group learning, and the ability to book as an individual, or as a wider training programme. We can also support larger bookings and help tailor the delivery to suit your team.
The value of NEBOSH for your workplace
Having NEBOSH qualified staff on the team means greater compliance, better risk management, and a stronger safety culture, all backed by a qualification that is highly trusted across sectors. Whether you are operating in construction, logistics, education, government, NEBOSH helps to raise standards, improve accountability, and support a safer working environment.
Looking for a training partner to support your team's development?
We make it easy to upskill your team with trusted Social Care qualifications.
Call 01302 369700 or message us today.