WMCA Weekly Newsletter

December 9, 2025

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9 December 2025

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🎓 WMCA New Training Courses from January 2026

From January 2026, all CQC‑registered providers must ensure staff receive learning disability and autism training appropriate to their role.

WMCA is introducing a new training package based on the Care Certificate , including the Oliver McGowan training, delivered in‑house by our team.

Courses are open to members and non-members, with members enjoying discounted rates across the programme.

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Oliver McGowan Training

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✨ Don’t Miss Out! ✨

Book your place at our January Conference today — spaces are limited!

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Are You Getting the Most Out of Your WMCA Membership?

Membership of the West Midlands Care Association brings valuable benefits to all care providers — from discounted DBS applications to a full suite of support services in our Members Area.

These resources are designed to help you focus on what matters most: delivering high‑quality care.

Make sure you’re making the most of your membership today.

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Open Consultations – Have Your Say

There are currently a number of open consultations underway from the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), NHS, and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) — covering key topics that impact the care sector.

To help our members stay informed and get involved, we’ve compiled all the current consultations in one place. You can now view full details, deadlines, and links to respond directly on our website.

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Your voice matters — take this opportunity to help shape the future of care.

Consultations

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WMCA's advice to members:

As many of you have sponsored workers, the governments proposals will have ramifications for your international workforce. We therefore encourage any of you who have sponsored workers to reply to this consultation

The Home Office is hosting live broadcasts to explain the Earned Settlement proposals. Each session will.....

❄️ ❄️ WMCA Christmas Card Competition ❄️ ❄️

A big heartfelt congratulations to Bramley Court Care Home for their residents perfect handmade card, this will be printed as our Christmas card and a festive hamper will be on its way shortly!