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Learning Disability & Autism - Tier 2

11 February 2026

9.30am - 4.30pm

Venue:

The Brasshouse Centre

Brasshouse Lane

Smethwick

B66 1BA

Cost :

WMCA Members £90.00

Non Members £100.00

(all prices include VAT)

Course Overview

This module is one of 16 that are mapped to Skills for Care ‘Care Certificate’.

They can be used as part of an induction, refresher or as the theoretical component of the Care Certificate. The courses are interactive, engaging and discussion driven with questioning throughout to ensure learning is achieved. At the end of each session an interactive assessment is conducted to solidify the learning experience, ensuring professionals are well-equipped to deliver high-quality care.

Module 16b of 16:

Learning Disability & Autism - Tier 2

The Government has introduced a requirement for Care Quality Commission (CQC) registered service providers to ensure their employees receive learning disability and autism training appropriate to their role. This is to ensure the health and social care workforce has the right skills and knowledge to provide safe, compassionate and informed care to autistic people and people with a learning disability. This requirement is set out in the Health and Care Act 2022.

The training is named after Oliver McGowan. Oliver was a young man whose death shone a light on the need for health and social care staff to have better skills, knowledge and understanding of the needs for autistic people and people with a learning disability.

The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism is the government’s preferred and recommended training for health and social care staff.

Course Benefits

• Enhanced Skills: Completing Oliver McGowan training improves understanding of disability awareness and inclusive communication, leading to better patient care.
• Increased Compliance: The training helps healthcare professionals meet legal and ethical standards related to disability and safeguarding.
• Improved Patient Experience: It promotes respectful and sensitive interactions with individuals with disabilities, fostering trust and positive outcomes.
• Professional Development: Completing the training demonstrates a commitment to ongoing learning, improving overall professional competence.

Course ref: CC16b

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