North Somerset Learning Directory February 2026

The North Somerset Learning Directory (February 2026) is your go-to guide for finding high-quality training and development opportunities across adult social care.

This month covers

Fully funded social care eLearning (available until March 2028) with a large catalogue of courses

Statutory & mandatory training, including:
- Adult safeguarding (and child safeguarding)
- Infection prevention & control
- Fire safety
- Health & safety awareness
- Moving & handling
- Equality & diversity
- Dignity, respect and person-centred care
- Nutrition & hydration and oral health
- Recording, reporting and documentation
- Communication and supporting people’s needs
Specialist / additional training, such as:
- Dementia awareness and care
- Mental Capacity Act and DoLS
- Autism support
- Positive Behaviour Support
- Diabetes awareness
- Dysphagia/eating and drinking support
- Pressure care/tissue viability and skin integrity
- Continence care
Management & leadership development, covering:
- Supervision and appraisal
- Team leadership and motivation
- Recruitment and retention
- Managing conflict and complaints
- Preparing for inspection and quality improvement
- Action planning/SMART targets
Personal Assistant (PA) training options tailored to PA roles
Useful resources and contacts (including newsletters and signposting to further support)