Training and development
Find training courses for your social care staff to learn and develop knowledge, gain new skills and improve patient care.
Nursing and Nursing Associate apprenticeships
Care and support workers in health or social care organisations can apply for nursing associate apprenticeships. This role bridges the gap between the Healthcare Support Worker and a Registered Nurse, and can lead to fantastic development opportunities. Apprenticeships allow staff to continue their employment while studying at a university or college.
This Level 5 Nursing Associate apprenticeship is offered by CSH Surrey and Surrey Heartlands.
Frequently asked Questions about the Nursing Associate programme
Skills training and development
Give your staff regular access to learning and development opportunities, so that they have the skills and knowledge they need to provide high quality care and support.
Princess Alice Hospice offers a range of online and face-to-face courses for individuals or teams.
The Surrey Skills Academy courses are available to all adult social care providers based in Surrey. An excellent range of courses is offered, free of charge.
New course dates are published at the beginning of the month ending each quarter – March, June, September, December.
Places are limited and book up quickly, so we recommend checking the course listings page regularly.
The Accredited Level 2 Surrey Care Certificate is a transportable, accredited qualification, delivered by the Surrey Social Care Academy. Employers receive a generous contribution towards student travel and backfill costs, and students can progress to a Level 3 qualification if desired.
- Read more about the Accredited Level 2 Surrey Care Certificate programme.
- Apply for the autumn 2024 cohort. The deadline for application is 30 August 2024.
The South East Social Care Alliance (SESCA) provides training for recently arrived overseas care workers sponsored by providers in the South East. The training courses cover topics such as language skills, care standards, end-of-life care concepts, and making the emotional adjustment to life in the UK.
Leadership development training
Good leadership creates an environment in which staff can thrive, and is essential to delivering the highest quality care.
The King’s Fund offers a range of professional development courses in leadership and organisational development, some of which are free of charge.
Apprenticeship support
Surrey Heartlands runs monthly apprenticeship employer drop-in sessions over Teams to help answer any questions about how apprenticeships could work for you. See the schedule of dates for these sessions.