CPD (Continued Professional Development)

Making Personal Finance

CPD

Explore sources of income, how money can be received and payments can be made, and examples of expenditure, as well as methods of recording income and expenditure and problems which may occur if expenditure is greater than income.

Also learn about ways of reducing expenditure, products offered by banks and building societies and advantages and disadvantages of different types of accounts, and advantages, disadvantages and costs of borrowing.

Developing Personal Confidence & Self Awareness

CPD

This course teaches how to look at personal behaviours in situations where feeling confident or a lack of confidence, areas of low confidence, as well as uncomfortable social situations and the reasons for these. Review examples of behaviour which may be inappropriate in such situations, and how to change attitudes and behaviour to participate more effectively.

Look at scenarios that cause stress, how to recognise feelings of stress and techniques to reduce it and improve well-being. Plan short-term goals, action plans to meet them, how to identify and record achievements, and how goal setting can affect confidence.

Spiking Awareness

CPD

There is a growing trend of spiking in the UK. As the hospitality sector reopens its doors to the public, the number of reported spiking incidents have seen a dramatic increase. There is also a worrying new trend of needle spiking which brings new challenges and risks.

This course is aimed at anyone who wants to expand their knowledge on spiking. Learn what spiking is, the types of drugs used and how to reduce the risks of being spiked. It provides insights on how to identify risks of spiking in various settings and the impact it can have on communities.

Learn about what spiked drink symptoms are, how to spot someone who may have been spiked and what to do next.

Safeguarding in Out-of-School Settings

CPD

This course is aimed at anyone who works within an out-of-school setting, especially those working directly with children and young people. This course will provide learners with an understanding of how to and why it’s crucial to promote the safety and welfare of minors in their care.

Principles of Sustainable Development

CPD

Sustainable development is defined as development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

There is an increasing focus on improving environmental performance for both individuals and companies. This course provides an understanding of sustainable development goals, the benefits of an environmental management system and how organisations can help prevent pollution.

Principles of Sustainable Communities

CPD

Sustainable communities are part of a growing trend towards becoming more environmentally aware and responsible, combining more green spaces with eco-friendly energy sources.

Want to know more about sustainable communities? This course provides a definition of a sustainable community as well as the local and global benefits of them. Learn how to create a sustainable community and about the support available to help community members.