Health improvement training programme Our training programme is aimed at individuals who work in a range of sectors including health, social care and voluntary organisations. The courses offered are free to attend and will help support you to protect and improve health and wellbeing. They will provide you with the knowledge and skills to reduce inequalities and improve the health of the population. We offer a variety of training delivery methods face-to-face, online or a blend of both. If you need bespoke training, we are happy to discuss additional training for any of the tools and services we provide. Details of our scheduled courses can be found in this brochure and each section gives details on how to book a place. Bookings can be made by email and you should specify the following: your name; your job title; your organisation; contact email and telephone number; and details of which course you d like to attend (course name and date to be included). Contact us: Health Improvement Team Public Health Department Afton House, Ailsa Hospital Dalmellington Road Ayr KA6 6AB 01292 885 816 (internal extension 15816) HITraining@aapct.scot.nhs.uk Click here to visit the training pages on AthenA 2
Contents Page number Health improvement (general) 9 Cool heads 10 Early brain development and attachment infant mental health 11 Health behaviour change 12 Health inequalities awareness 13 Health issues in the community 14 Health literacy 15 Healthy young lives 16 Improving health: developing effective practice 17 Learning disability we want good health, same as you 18 Promoting mental health improvement 18 Tackling health inequalities within health and social care 19 Training for trainers Page number Sexual health 20 Blood borne viruses level 1 introduction to BBVs 21 Blood borne viruses level 2 awareness and social issues 22 Blood borne viruses level 3 identification, diagnosis and management 23 Condom card (c-card) 24 Introduction to sexual health and learning disabilities 24 Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) 25 Opening doors 26 Sex - it's healthy to talk about it 27 Sexual health and relationship education (SHARE) 28 Sexual health and relationship education (SHARE) CPD session 29 Sexuality learning disability and sexual health 30 Sexually transmitted infections and contraception 31 SMART sex 32 Traffic light toolkit 3
Page number Smoking cessation 33 Raising the issue of smoking - level 1 34 Raising the issue of smoking - level 2 35 Reducing children's exposure to second hand smoke 36 Tobacco awareness (bespoke) Page number Workplace 37 Ahead for health toolbox talk (training for trainers) 38 Alcohol and drugs training for managers 39 Fire safety awareness 40 Hand hygiene 41 Health and safety awareness and risk assessment (SMEs) 42 Healthy eating, active living 43 Lone working 44 Managing safety and health: the basics (SMEs) 45 Mentally healthy workplace training for managers 47 Stress awareness 48 Supporting staff attendance training (SMEs) 49 Work positive: managing organisational stress 4
Page Health improvement (general) Online / on demand 9 Cool heads 10 Early brain development and attachment infant mental health 11 Health behaviour change 12 Health inequalities awareness 13 Health issues in the community 14 Health literacy 15 Healthy young lives 16 Improving health: developing effective practice 17 Learning disability we want good health, same as you 18 Promoting mental health improvement 18 Tackling health inequalities within health and social care Course dates Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 8 th 16 th 6 th, 26 th 6 th 2 nd, 23 rd 13 th 19 Training for trainers 18 th 9 th 5
Page Sexual health 20 Blood borne viruses level 1 introduction to BBVs 21 Blood borne viruses level 2 awareness and social issues 22 Blood borne viruses level 3 identification, diagnosis and management 23 Condom card (c-card) 24 Introduction to sexual health and learning disabilities 24 Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender Online / on demand (LGBT) 25 Opening doors 26 Sex- it's healthy to talk about it 27 Sexual health and relationship education (SHARE) Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 26 th 4 th 25 th 8 th 12 th 22 nd 3 rd 21 st 21 st 7 th 6
Page Sexual health 28 Sexual health and relationship education (SHARE) CPD session 29 Sexuality learning disability and sexual health 30 Sexually transmitted infections and contraception Online / on demand Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 31 SMART sex 9 th 4 th 32 Traffic light toolkit 19 th 23 rd, 24 th 30 th Page Smoking cessation 33 Raising the issue of smoking - level 1 34 Raising the issue of smoking - level 2 35 Reducing children's exposure to second hand smoke 36 Tobacco awareness (bespoke) Online / on demand Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 7
Page Workplace 37 Ahead for health toolbox talk (training for trainers) 38 Alcohol and drugs training for managers 39 Fire safety Online / on demand awareness 40 Hand hygiene 41 Health and safety awareness and risk assessment (SMEs) Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 28 th 21 st 42 Healthy eating, active living 43 Lone working 28 th 44 Managing safety and health: the basics (SMEs) 21 st 45 Mentally healthy workplace training for managers 47 Stress awareness 48 Supporting staff attendance training (SMEs) 49 Work positive: managing organisational stress 22 nd 11 th 9 th 6 th 27 th 19 th 15 th 14 th 4 th 25 th 16 th 11 th 14 th 27 th 4 th 5 th 8
Health improvement (general) Course title Aims Who should attend Cool heads To raise knowledge and awareness of mental health and wellbeing, in particular of stress, of peer educators looking to deliver stress awareness sessions and/or provide small group support in their school. This session is for upper school peer educators within schools in Ayrshire and Arran who are looking to raise awareness of resources and techniques to promote mental health and wellbeing and how to deal with stress. Learning outcomes By the end of the course you will: discuss what we mean by mental health and mental wellbeing ; know about the signs, symptoms and causes of stress; know what can be done to try to keep mentally healthy; and know about the Cool heads resource; and be confident in using the Cool heads and other resources effectively with other pupils. Date(s) No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) Enquiries Bookings Laura Thompson, Health Improvement Officer 01292 885839 / Internal:15839 Laura.Thompson@aapct.scot.nhs.uk HITraining@aapct.scot.nhs.uk 9
Health improvement (general) Course title Aims Who should attend Learning outcomes Early brain To raise awareness of Open to anyone who would By the end of the course you will: development early brain like to increase knowledge in be able to define infant mental health; and development and Infant mental health. have increased knowledge about early brain development and attachment attachment and its concepts of attachment; infant impact on infant and be able to identify interventions to promote infant mental health; mental children s emotional and health wellbeing and wider have increased knowledge that allows you to signpost to development. resource materials. Date(s) Enquiries Bookings No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) Karen Lee, Health Improvement Officer 01294 322019 / Internal: 22019 Karen.Lee@aapct.scot.nhs.uk HITraining@aapct.scot.nhs.uk 10
Health improvement (general) Course title Health behaviour change (HBC) Date(s) Enquiries Bookings Online courses available Aims Who should attend Learning outcomes To introduce the ethos and principles of This course is for (Four-hour course) By the end of the course, health behaviour change and brief anyone who wants participants will be able to: intervention. to learn more about understand influences on health and health To raise awareness about determinants of health behaviour behaviour and the impact these have on the health and inequalities in health. change and who effectiveness of interventions; Demonstrate links with Health Promoting has (or thinks they understand health inequalities and the importance Health Service (HPHS). could have) a role of facilitating access to a wide range of support Reflect on HBC e-learning modules. in improving health. agencies; Health Behaviour Change practice. develop knowledge and skills in the delivery of person-centred health behaviour change techniques; and practice health behaviour change skills. These sessions can be tailored to suit the audience, lasting anywhere between one hour for a brief intervention to four hours, dependent on availability of time by the delegates in attendance. No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) Kay Cooper, Senior Health Improvement Officer 01292 885830/ Internal:15830 kathleen.cooper@aapct.scot.nhs.uk HITraining@aapct.scot.nhs.uk Visit NHS Health Scotland s virtual learning environment, https://elearning.healthscotland.com, click on the Courses tab, then click on the following courses to access the learning modules: Health behaviour change level 1 Health behaviour change level 2 11
Health improvement (general) Course title Aims Who should attend Health The module looks at a definition of health This module is inequalities: inequalities and asks a participant to reflect on suitable for anyone awareness their own practice, identifying what they can do who plans or (online to reduce them. delivers services to module) the public. Learning outcomes By the end of this module you should be able to: define health inequalities and their main causes; recognise interventions which are effective in reducing health inequalities; reflect on how your own role can contribute to reducing health inequalities; and identify the next steps to develop your health inequalities knowledge or practice further. To enrol Need help Approximately 30 minutes Visit NHS Health Scotland s Virtual Learning Environment, https://elearning.healthscotland.com, click on the Courses tab, then click on the following course to access the learning module: Health inequalities awareness nhs.healthscotland-lwdteam@nhs.net 12
Health improvement (general) Course title Health issues in the community Aims Increasing community capacity. Increasing community participation. Establishing and consolidating community development approaches to tackling health inequalities. Who should attend Communities or community groups Learning outcomes By the end of this module you should be able to: demonstrate an understanding of a social model of health and other key ideas about health and explain how these models/ ideas relate to their own lives and communities; demonstrate an understanding of the causes of health inequalities and the impact they have on different groups in society; demonstrate a general understanding of community development approaches to tackling health inequalities and how these can be applied; participate effectively in a group process and collect, organise and present information using a variety of methods; reflect on own learning and practice, and analyse strengths and weaknesses; develop a broad understanding of a community development approach in health and the key concepts and principles that inform this approach; demonstrate a broad understanding of community research methods; use a range of community research methods in project work and use a wide range of skills in presenting the outcomes of this work to your peers; work under your own initiative and as part of a team in carrying out project work; and reflect on your own learning and practice throughout the programme. Date(s) Enquiries Bookings Further information Accredited course: unit 1 (maximum 30 hours), unit 2 (maximum 30 hours). Shorter, non-accredited courses are available and participants are not required to undertake both units. No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required). Callum Reilly, Health Improvement Officer 01292 617280/ Internal:17280 callum.reilly@aapct.scot.nhs.uk HITraining@aapct.scot.nhs.uk Both accredited and non-accredited courses available. 13
Health improvement (general) Course title Aims Who should attend Learning outcomes Health Health literacy is about people This module is for anyone By the end of this module you should be able to: literacy having enough knowledge, working in health and social have an understanding of what health literacy is; (online module) understanding, skills and confidence to use health information, to be care who may be required to provide information and understand why it is important to health, healthcare and health outcomes; and active partners in their care, to communicate with a range of be able to identify actions that you can use to navigate health and social care people to assist them in promote and improve health literacy with the systems. understanding, managing and people you work with. improving their healthcare. Approximately 30 minutes To enrol Need help To access the learning visit NHS Education for Scotland's platform for learning and support at: https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/ To access the course, type health literacy tools and techniques into the search bar. Click on the green helpdesk link to the right hand of the screen for help. 14
Health improvement (general) Course title Aims Healthy young lives Increase understanding of youth health promotion, health improvement and health inequalities. Develop basic skills and confidence around health and wellbeing for young people. Raise awareness of how, within their own practice and service, participants can influence the health of young people. Who should attend Anyone working with young people including residential care staff, community learning and development staff and youth services staff. Learning outcomes Date(s) Contact for enquiries Bookings By the end of this module you should be able to: identify the main factors which influence the health and wellbeing of vulnerable young people; describe how your own practice, and the services you provide, impacts upon the health and wellbeing of young people; discuss the main approaches within health promotion used to improve the health and wellbeing of young people; and identify which approaches can be adopted within your own practice to improve health for vulnerable young. Half-day No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) Kevin Lyle, Health Improvement Officer - East locality Kevin.Lyle@aapct.scot.nhs.uk 01563 826742 HITraining@aapct.scot.nhs.uk 15
Health improvement (general) Course title Aims Who should attend Learning outcomes Improving By the end of the course you should be able to: health: developing effective practice critically examine concepts and models of health, health improvement and health promotion and show their influence on current practice; This is a blended learning course which means it mixes face-to-face sessions with online (pre-course) e- learning and discussion. The precourse is mandatory, it is part of the requirements for attending the course. The course will help participants increase their confidence in improving health and tackling inequalities, by providing a framework which will guide and encourage the development of effective and reflective practice. The course sets a standard for a common set of values and principles for participants who have a role in promoting health. This course is for all occupational groups with a role or interest in improving health and tackling health inequalities. Improving health is increasingly a key part of many jobs. The course is likely to be of interest to nursing staff, public health practitioners, allied health professionals, pharmacists, voluntary sector workers, occupational health workers and so on. explain the mutual influences of social, policy, regulatory and legislative drivers on population health outcomes; appraise the implications of health improvement principles for reducing health inequalities and improving overall population health; critically examine your own practice in relation to achieving continuous improvement in delivery of interventions aimed to improve health and reduce health inequalities; and demonstrate personal use of a reflective process to generate experiential learning. Three and a half days Approximate learning time required: e-learning - 15 hours face-to-face - 24 hours private study - 85 hours Assessment Mid-course task/essay Group work and group presentation Accreditation of 15 ScotCat points at Level 9 for successful completion of a final essay (this is optional). Date(s) Thursday 6 September 2018, 9.30am 1pm Friday 2 November, Friday 23 November and Thursday 13 December 2018, 9.30am 4.30pm Room 1, Training Centre, Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine Contact for enquiries Email for bookings Kay Cooper, Senior Health Improvement Officer 01292 885830/ Internal:15830 kathleen.cooper@aapct.scot.nhs.uk HITraining@aapct.scot.nhs.uk 16
Health improvement (general) Course title Learning disability We want good health, same as you Aims Who should attend Covers To increase knowledge and awareness of learning disabilities and the specific health and support needs of individuals with learning disabilities. This is a Train the trainers course and is aimed at people who train others in the support of people with a learning disability for example, in-service trainers, team leaders who deliver training or care staff who train others as part of their role. This Train the trainers pack covers six modules: Module 1: Learning disability awareness Module 2: Healthy eating Module 3: Physical activity Module 4: Mental health Module 5: Sexual health Module 6: Oral health Learning outcomes At the end of this module participants should: have a basic understanding of learning disabilities; understand the varying communication needs of individuals with learning disabilities; understand the specific health needs of people with learning disabilities; and be aware of their role in supporting people with learning disabilities to address their health needs. Long-term outcome: People with learning disabilities are enabled to communicate and supported to address their specific health needs. Two days Date(s) Tuesday 18 September and Tuesday 9 October 2018, 9.30am 4.30pm Room 7, MacDonald Education Centre, University Hospital Ayr Contact for enquiries Bookings Kay Cooper, Senior Health Improvement Officer 01292 885830/ Internal:15830 kathleen.cooper@aapct.scot.nhs.uk HITraining@aapct.scot.nhs.uk 17
Health improvement (general) Course title Aims Who should attend Learning outcomes Promoting Develop an understanding Anyone keen to promote By the end of the course you will: mental of mental health mental health improvement to be aware of the current issues that affect mental health improvement and its role in peers and colleagues. health and wellbeing; improvement promoting wellbeing and preventing illness. be aware of the support available around mental health and wellbeing; and be able to recommend ways in which mental health improvement activities can be planned, monitored and evaluated. Date(s) No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) Enquiries Bookings Karen Lee, Health Improvement Officer 01294 322019 / Internal: 22019 Karen.Lee@aapct.scot.nhs.uk HITraining@aapct.scot.nhs.uk Course title Aims Who should attend Learning outcomes Tackling This e-module will explore what This module is suitable for staff By the end of the module, you should be able to: health inequalities health inequalities are and what they mean for your role and practice in from all sectors of the health and social care workforce who define health inequalities and its main causes within health and social care; within health and health and social care. have or have potential to impact on health inequalities interpret the evidence on what works and does not work to reduce health inequalities; social care Note - You may find it useful to (this can include health, local evaluate the different ways health and social care (online complete the shorter Health authority, independent and staff can take action to reduce health inequalities; module) inequalities awareness e-module voluntary sector and reflect how your own specific role can contribute first (detailed above) volunteers). to reducing health inequalities within health and social care. Approximately one and a half hours To enrol Need help Visit NHS Health Scotland s virtual learning environment, https://elearning.healthscotland.com, click on the Courses tab, then click on the following course to access the learning module: Tackling health inequalities within health and social care nhs.healthscotland-lwdteam@nhs.net 18
Course title Aims Training for trainers Date(s) Contact for enquiries Email for bookings The course aims to equip participants with basic training and facilitation skills. The course is for new staff, or existing trainers as a way to refresh their knowledge and skills. Who should attend Anyone looking to further their training skills within health improvement. Health improvement (general) Learning outcomes These sessions can be tailored to suit the audience No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) Kay Cooper, Senior Health Improvement Officer 01292 885830/ Internal:15830 kathleen.cooper@aapct.scot.nhs.uk HITraining@aapct.scot.nhs.uk By the end of the module, you should be able to: understand different learning styles and why these matter when designing and delivering training; facilitate learning and create a learning environment; appreciate your own learning style and how this fits within your own training style; plan a training session and manage time to enable effective learning; understand the role of the trainer in facilitating learning and to use this knowledge to manage the learning environment to optimise participation, engagement and learning; check that course content aligns with your learning needs and expectations; have knowledge of a range of training techniques and understand their role in facilitating learning of course participants; be aware of different methods and means of communication and how these interact positively in facilitating learning; and plan for ongoing learning and development as a trainer. 19
Sexual health and blood borne virus (SHBBV) Course title Aims Who should attend Learning outcomes Blood borne To provide a basic level of Staff who have little or no By the end of the course you will: viruses level 1 information on issues surrounding knowledge of Hepatitis B identify the three main blood borne viruses; introduction blood borne viruses (BBVs). and C for example, demonstrate a basic knowledge of each BBV; to BBVs nursing staff, social demonstrate a basic knowledge of transmission services or voluntary routes for each virus; and organisations. identify and signpost to the BBV Specialist Team. Date(s) Contact for enquiries Email for bookings Approximately four hours No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) (Please note there are three modules available on learnpro that provide the same level of information): Basic HIV awareness Basic Hepatitis B awareness Basic Hepatitis C awareness NHS staff can access these modules through AthenA Sexual Health Team 01292 885804 Internal:15804 aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net 20
Sexual health and blood borne virus (SHBBV) Course title Aims Who should attend Blood borne viruses level 2 awareness and social issues To enable participants to identify the three main BBVs. To be able to identify routes of transmission for each virus and to identify support needs and signpost to the BBV specialist team. One full day (approximately seven hours) Please note - staff are encouraged to complete BBV level 1- Introduction to blood borne viruses (BBVs), available on request or modules on learnpro before attending BBV level 2 or 3. This level is suitable for NHS and non-nhs staff who may work with people who are likely to exhibit potential risk- taking behaviour or have complex lifestyles and issues. You do not need to have a specialist role in the day-to- day management of BBVs. Testimonial from previous Very knowledgeable trainers delivering training, made training extremely informative (Participant, February 2016) delegate Date(s) Friday 26 January 2018, 9.30am 5pm, Room 7, MacDonald Education Centre, University Hospital Ayr Tuesday 4 September 2018, 9.30am 5pm, Room 2, Training Centre, Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine Friday 25 January 2019, 9.30am 5pm, Room 2B/C, Alexander Fleming Education Centre, University Hospital Crosshouse Contact for enquiries Email for bookings Sexual Health Team 01292 885804 Internal:15804 aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net 21
Sexual health and blood borne virus (SHBBV) Course title Aims Who should attend Blood borne viruses level 3 identification, diagnosis and management This level aims to provide an enhanced understanding of the BBV testing guidelines and subsequent treatment and referral pathway for those affected by BBV. Testimonial from previous delegate Three hours and 45 minutes Mix of facilitators, informed and interesting, open to questions. (Participant, March 2016) This level is suitable for staff who engage with service users who may have risk factors, who provide testing, or who undertake exposure-prone procedures. This level is also recommended for any member of staff who may provide postexposure prophylaxis. People who attend this level should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the information provided in BBV levels 1 and 2. Date(s) Wednesday 21 November 2018, 1pm 5pm Room 2A, Alexander Fleming Education Centre, University Hospital Crosshouse Contact for enquiries Email for bookings Sexual Health Team 01292 885804 Internal:15804 aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net 22
Sexual health and blood borne virus (SHBBV) Course title What is C-card scheme? Who should attend Aims Condom card (c-card) C-card is a service in Ayrshire and Arran offering access to free condoms or dental dams with minimum embarrassment or fuss. Condoms and dams offer protection against some sexually transmitted infections - for example, chlamydia, gonorrhea and HIV. This training is for those who wish to take on the role of c-card sign-up or collection point facilitator. To give participants the knowledge and skills to be a c-card sign up facilitator or collection point facilitator and provide a service which is open, friendly, nonjudgmental and confidential. Testimonial from previous delegates Date(s) Contact for enquiries Email for bookings Three hours and 45 minutes (time can vary pending your request) Group work, info given, in fact all, good balance of learning styles (Participant, January 2016) Trainers were very good at making us feel at ease (Participant, January 2016) No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) Sexual Health Team 01292 885804 Internal:15804 aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net 23
Sexual health and blood borne virus (SHBBV) Course title Aims Who should attend Introduction to sexual health and learning To increase awareness of the issues around sexual health and This awareness session is suitable for learning disability nurses and support workers working in resource centres or for those working in the community. disabilities learning disabilities. Three hours and 30 minutes Testimonial from previous delegate Really enjoyed this session, would like to attend the second part of training, enjoyable and informative (Participant, May 2016) Date(s) Thursday 8 March 2018, 9.30am 1pm, Room 2, Training Centre, Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine Friday 28 September 2018, 9.30am 1pm, Rooms 2 and 3, Afton House, Ailsa Hospital, Ayr Tuesday 12 March 2019, 9.30am 1pm, Rooms 2 and 3, Afton House, Ailsa Hospital, Ayr Contact for enquiries Email for bookings Sexual Health Team 01292 885804 Internal:15804 aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net Course title Aims Who should attend Lesbian, gay, To increase awareness of the Any health professionals who have little or no knowledge of LGBT. bisexual, transgender (LGBT) Who am I? Who are you? issues of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT). Three hours and 30 minutes Testimonial from previous delegates Very friendly and informed, very informative and stayed interesting all day. (Participant, February 2016) Know better how to sign post to other services. Better empathy with drug users now. (Participant, February 2016) Date(s) Thursday 22 February 2018, 9.30am 1pm, Rooms 2 and 3, Afton House, Ailsa Hospital, Ayr Wednesday 3 October 2018, 9.30am 1pm, Room 2, Training Centre, Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine Thursday 21 February 2019, 9.30am 1pm, Room 2A, Alexander Fleming Education Centre, University Hospital Crosshouse Contact for enquiries Sexual Health Team 01292 885804 Internal:15804 aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net Email for bookings aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net 24
Sexual health and blood borne virus (SHBBV) Course title Aims Who should attend Opening doors The aim is to increase awareness of issues concerning people involved in prostitution in Ayrshire and Arran. This course is suitable for both NHS and non-nhs staff who are working with individuals who may be at risk of being involved in prostitution and who have an interest in sexual health and wellbeing and are looking to promote the health of their client group - for example, addictions staff, nursing staff, youth workers, social workers, voluntary organisation staff. Background The training was developed as a result of a needs assessment carried out on behalf of NHS Ayrshire & Arran by Judith Connell of the Terrence Higgins Trust. The training was recognised with a WISH (Wellbeing in Sexual Health) Award in 2011/12. Seven hours approximately Date(s) No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) Contact for enquiries Email for bookings Sexual Health Team 01292 885804 Internal:15804 aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net 25
Sexual health and blood borne virus (SHBBV) Course title Background Aims Who should attend Sex it s healthy to talk about it This training has been developed for those who recognise that sexual health is an issue in their work with clients/patients. It is designed to help staff communicate about sex, sexual health and sexuality with their client groups. To increase awareness of your own sexual identity, personal values and attitudes, and how they influence the way you communicate about sex and relationships. To increase awareness of the impact that language can have on the way we communicate about sexual health. This course is suitable for NHS and non-nhs staff working with individuals and groups. Testimonial Date(s) Contact for enquiries Email for bookings Approximately seven hours Very interesting, informative and very relaxed (Participant, November 2014) Wednesday 7 November 2018, 9.30am 5pm, Room 2, Training Centre, Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine Sexual Health Team 01292 885804 Internal:15804 aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net 26
Sexual health and blood borne virus (SHBBV) Course title Aims Who should attend Sexual health and relationship education (SHARE) Learning outcomes Date(s) Contact for enquiries Email for bookings To increase awareness of your own sexuality, sexual identity and personal values; gain an understanding of how these influence the way that you communicate about sex and issues around sexual wellbeing; improve your practical sexual health knowledge; and allow you to become more comfortable and competent in dealing with sexual health and wellbeing issues. Teachers, support staff, school nurses and youth workers. Staff working where education takes place. By the end of the course you will have: a better understanding of sexual identity and relationships; an understanding of the embarrassment and discomfort that young people and adults experience when addressing the issues around sexuality and relationships; and an understanding of the impact of judging people on their risk activity or sexuality. Delivered over an agreed agenda, based on training needs. No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) Sexual Health Team 01292 885804 Internal:15804 aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net 27
Sexual health and blood borne virus (SHBBV) Course title Aims Who should attend Sexual health and relationship education (SHARE) CPD session The aim of the CPD session is to provide those involved in delivering SHARE the chance to review the use of the resource, the opportunity to receive updates in relation to the teaching resource, local services and support available. The resource pack was revised in 2014 and is now mapped to Curriculum for Excellence. This CPD session will only be for staff already trained in SHARE. Learning outcomes Date(s) Contact for enquiries Email for bookings Session content: Quick sexual health quiz allowing participants to review the foundations of sexual health. Sex and the law update. Local services update new services that are in place within NHS Ayrshire & Arran for young people. Parental involvement. Discussion around the use of SHARE in your school/ youth setting and sharing of good practice and experience. Update on local guidance in relation to sexual health and young people. Approximately three hours and 45 minutes No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) Sexual Health Team 01292 885804 Internal:15804 aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net 28
Sexual health and blood borne virus (SHBBV) Course title Aims Who should attend Sexuality, learning disability and sexual health Testimonial from previous delegate To explain the current thinking on learning disability, sexual health and sexuality and its implications for the lives of individuals with a learning disability. To encourage self-advocacy and empowerment for sexual health through a person-centred approach to practice and planning care. To demonstrate awareness of the main barriers and issues in relation to abuse which affects the sexual health of people with a learning disability. To equip trainers with the appropriate knowledge, skills and resources to plan and deliver a programme of sexual health and relationship education for people with learning disabilities. Approximately 21 hours over three days NHS and non-nhs staff, parents and carers who are working with individuals or groups with a learning disability and who have an interest in sexual health and wellbeing and who are looking to promote the health of their client group - for example, nursing staff, youth workers, social workers or voluntary organisation staff. Participants would be expected to have a basic understanding of learning disability. Having the opportunity to carry out a teaching session and get feedback was helpful. There was a good range of participants from different organisations (Participant, October 2016) Date(s) Day one Tuesday 23 October 2018 Day two Wednesday 24 October 2018 Day three Tuesday 30 October 2018 9.30am 5pm Common Room 1, MacDonald Education Centre, University Hospital Ayr Contact for enquiries Email for bookings Sexual Health Team 01292 885804 Internal:15804 aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net 29
Sexual health and blood borne virus (SHBBV) Course title Aims Who should attend Sexually transmitted infections and contraception This course aims to increase awareness of sexually transmitted infections including signs, symptoms and how to access treatment services. The course will provide information on available contraception methods so staff can provide health information, signpost patients to relevant services, and provide support for patients and clients. Suitable for both NHS and non-nhs staff who are working with individuals or groups and who have an interest in sexual health and wellbeing and who are looking to promote the health of their client group - for example, nursing staff, youth workers, social workers, and voluntary organisation staff. Approximately seven hours Date(s) Thursday 19 April 2018, 9.30am 5pm, Common Room 1, MacDonald Education Centre, University Hospital Ayr Contact for enquiries Sexual Health Team 01292 885804 Internal:15804 aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net Email for bookings aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net 30
Sexual health and blood borne virus (SHBBV) Course title Aims Who should attend SMART Sex To explore the law in relation to sex. To gain an understanding of the influence of digital technology and the potential impact. This course is suitable for both NHS and non-nhs staff that are working with individuals or groups and who have an interest in sexual health and wellbeing and who are looking to promote the health of their client group, for example nursing staff, youth workers, social workers, voluntary organisation staff etc. Approximately three hours and 30 minutes, Date(s) Wednesday 9 May 2018, 9.30am 1pm, Common Room 1, MacDonald Education Centre, University Hospital Ayr Thursday 4 October 2018, 9.30am 1pm, Room 2A, Alexander Fleming Education Centre, University Hospital Crosshouse Contact for enquiries Sexual Health Team 01292 885804 Internal:15804 aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net Email for bookings aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net 31
Sexual health and blood borne virus (SHBBV) Course title Aims Who should attend Traffic light toolkit To ensure that all participants are familiar with and can use the Brook traffic light toolkit. This course is suitable for both NHS and non-nhs staff that are working with individuals or groups and who have an interest in sexual health and wellbeing and who are looking to promote the health of their client group - for example, nursing staff, youth workers, social workers, and voluntary organisation staff. Approximately seven hours and 30 minutes Testimonial from previous delegate Informative, relaxed and fun session with ready-to-use materials (Participant, June 2016) Date(s) Contact for enquiries Email for bookings No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) Sexual Health Team 01292 885804 Internal:15804 aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net aa-uhb.shbbv@nhs.net 32
Smoking cessation Course title Raising the issue of smoking level 1 Certificate Date(s) Enquiries Bookings Aims Who should attend NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) dimensions To provide information about smoking and how to refer All NHS staff and partner Core: 1, 2 and 6 someone to the local Fresh Air-shire service. agencies. Specific: HWB1, 4 and 7 One hour and 30 minutes online component, then a three-hour classroom session. Certificate issued on completion of training. No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required). Fresh Air-shire Team 0800 783 9132 FreshAir-shire@aapct.scot.nhs.uk FreshAir-shire@aapct.scot.nhs.uk 33
Smoking cessation Course title Raising the issue of smoking level 2 Certificate Date(s) Enquiries Bookings Pre-requisite Aims Who should attend NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) dimensions Raising the issue Advanced training for those who are All NHS staff and Core: 1, 2, 5 and 6 of smoking level going to be supporting clients to try to partner agencies that Specific: HWB1, 2, 4 and 7 1must be stop smoking on a one-to-one basis. provide one-to-one IK: 1 and 3 completed before Includes information on smoking cessation attending this pharmacotherapies - for example, support to clients. course. Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT). Two days. After the course, there will also be an element of shadowing Fresh Air-shire staff and seeing clients on a one-to-one basis (while supervised). Certificate issued on completion of training. No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required). Fresh Air-shire Team 0800 783 9132 FreshAir-shire@aapct.scot.nhs.uk FreshAir-shire@aapct.scot.nhs.uk 34
Smoking cessation Course title Reducing children s exposure to secondhand smoke (Toby the cat) Date(s) Enquiries Bookings Summary Who should attend NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) dimensions For those who work with young Usually nursery school staff Core: 1, 2 and 6 children and/or their parents, to advise and child minders. Specific: HWB1, 4 and 7 on how to go smoke-free in the home IK: 3 and car. Two-hour session No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required). Fresh Air-shire Team 0800 783 9132 FreshAir-shire@aapct.scot.nhs.uk FreshAir-shire@aapct.scot.nhs.uk 35
Smoking cessation Course title Tobacco awareness (bespoke training) Date(s) Enquiries Bookings Summary Who should attend NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) dimensions A very brief overview of the Fresh All NHS staff and partner agencies. Core: 1, 2 and 6 Air-shire service, smoking and how Specific: HWB1, 4 and 7 to refer someone to the service. IK: 3 30 minutes to one hour No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) Fresh Air-shire Team 0800 783 9132 FreshAir-shire@aapct.scot.nhs.uk FreshAir-shire@aapct.scot.nhs.uk 36
Workplace Course title Ahead for health toolbox talk (training for trainers) Summary Who should attend Overview The Ahead for health mental health toolbox talk toolkit has been developed locally by NHS Ayrshire & Arran to complement the national Ahead for health toolbox talk DVD. Please note that before attending this course you must complete the online Mentally healthy workplaces course. This training course is for people who have an interest in mental health and would like to run awareness sessions with staff within their workplace. The topic of mental health and wellbeing is moving up the agenda for employers, as growing research demonstrates the importance of mental health and wellbeing in relation to our physical health, resilience, social inclusion and productivity. This training and supporting materials have been developed to support workplaces to deliver mental health toolbox talks that promote mental wellbeing and encourage people to take time to look after themselves. These toolbox talks can be carried out in conjunction with the Ahead for health DVD produced by the Scottish Centre for Healthy Working Lives. Before delivering a mental health toolbox talk you should have: Completed a Mentally health workplace e-learning module (approximately two hours) before attending the training session. Attended the local HWL full-day Mental health toolbox training session for workplace educators The toolkit has been designed to be flexible to meet the needs of the workplace. This toolkit includes three discussion areas: o Stress and mental wellbeing. o Looking after the smartest tool in the box (promoting mental health and wellbeing). o Mental health and stigma in the workplace. Date(s) Enquiries Bookings 9.30am 4.30pm Wednesday 22 August 2018, 9.30am 4.30pm, Board Room, MacDonald Education Centre, University Hospital Ayr Workplace Team 01292 885855 / Internal:15855 AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net 37
Course title Alcohol and drugs (training for managers) Summary This programme is designed to give information and guidance to employers to help deal with workplace issues on both alcohol and drugs. Half-day or whole day Who should attend Managers Overview Workplace The Scottish Centre for Healthy Working Lives, in partnership with Alcohol Focus Scotland and the Scottish Drugs Forum, has developed a half-day training programme which is designed to give information and guidance to employers to help deal with workplace issues on both alcohol and drugs. The sessions will enable employers and managers to create a greater awareness around alcohol and drugs in their workplace and provide them with the knowledge and skills to deal with issues as they arise. On completion of this course, participants will have increased: knowledge of the impact of alcohol and drugs on the workforce.; knowledge of all forms of substances and their impact on the individual and workplace; awareness of the legal framework within which to implement workplace alcohol and drugs policies; awareness of development and implementation of alcohol and drugs policies; and confidence in dealing with staff issues around alcohol and drugs. The sessions are delivered by Alcohol Focus Scotland trainers and co-ordinated by the Healthy Working Lives team. Date(s) Friday 11 May 2018, 1.30pm 4.30pm, Room 1, Alexander Fleming Education Centre, University Hospital Crosshouse Friday 9 November 2018, 9.30am 4.30pm, Room 2, Training Centre, Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine Enquiries Workplace Team 01292 885855 / Internal:15855 AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net Bookings AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net 38
Workplace Course title Fire safety awareness Summary Who should attend Overview Session outline: This Fire Protection Association (FPA) short course aims to provide delegates with an introduction to fire safety in the workplace. The course is suitable for individuals who have responsibility for a workplace for example, employers and managers (only available to small businesses up to 250 employees outwith the public sector). Three hours Workplace representative with responsibility for health and safety. This session will focus on: main requirements of fire safety legislation; typical workplace fire hazards; advice on fire prevention and fire safety measures; action that should be taken if a fire occurs; and how to get help and support. Date(s) Wednesday 21 March 2018, 5.30pm 8.30pm, Common Room 1, MacDonald Education Centre, University Hospital Ayr Enquiries Bookings Workplace Team 01292 885855 / Internal:15855 AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net 39
Workplace Course title Hand hygiene Date(s) Enquiries Bookings Summary The workplace team continues to offer monthly in-house hand hygiene for small and medium-sized enterprises (SME). These sessions raise awareness of where and how germs are most commonly transferred throughout the workplace and practice effective hand-washing techniques. It is also an opportunity to find out if your hand washing technique is effective using our light box kit. One hour Who should attend All staff No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) Workplace Team 01292 885855 / Internal:15855 AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net Overview The session will cover: hand hygiene campaign; why hand hygiene is important; methods of hand hygiene and hand washing; skin care; and running hand hygiene sessions in your own workplace. 40
Workplace Course title Summary Who should attend Health and The session will focus on: Workplace safety managing health and safety; representative with awareness the health and safety management responsibility for and risk process; health and safety. assessment workplace hazards and health risks; (for SMEs) workplace support and advice; increasing delegate awareness and understanding of their statutory requirements in relation to health, safety and the risk assessment process in relation to their workplace. Three hours Overview This session will focus on managing health and safety. Date(s) Wednesday 28 February 2018, 1.30pm 4.30pm, Room 2, Training Centre, Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine Enquiries Bookings Workplace Team 01292 885855 / Internal:15855 AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net 41
Workplace Course title Healthy eating, active living Date(s) Enquiries Bookings Summary These sessions can be tailored to the needs of your workplace and will cover: what s involved in a balanced diet; how much activity we need to keep us fit and healthy; and creating a personal action plan to help people eat well and be active. Option of one-hour awareness session or three-hour seminar. No scheduled dates - available on request (minimum of six people required) Workplace Team 01292 885855 / Internal:15855 AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net Who should attend All staff 42
Workplace Course title Lone working Summary This short course aims to provide delegates with an introduction to the safety risks associated with lone working, raising awareness of how problems can escalate and highlighting ways to reduce risks. The law relating to management of these issues is also discussed. The course is suitable for individuals who have responsibility for a workplace for example, employers, managers and self-employed people working with the public. Three hours Who should attend Those who manage lone workers. Overview By the end of the course you will have: an awareness of lone working hazards; knowledge of legal requirements for lone working and violence at work; an understanding of the causes of violence and aggression; knowledge of techniques to manage these risks at work; and confidence in managing risks at work and managing situations. Date(s) Wednesday 28 March 2018, 5.30pm 8.30pm, Room 1, Alexander Fleming Education Centre, University Hospital Crosshouse Enquiries Bookings Workplace Team 01292 885855 / Internal:15855 AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net 43
Workplace Course title Managing safety and health the basics (for SMEs) Date(s) Enquiries Bookings Summary Session outline: This session aims to provide delegates with knowledge of the basic requirements for managing safety and health in the workplace. It is suitable for those with new responsibility for implementing and managing safety and health in the workplace or those with existing responsibility looking to develop their knowledge. This course is only available to small businesses up to 250 employees outwith the public sector. Three hours Who should attend Workplace representative with responsibility for health and safety. Overview Designed to be participative and interactive by encouraging delegates to share knowledge and practical experiences, the session focuses on: managing workplace safety and health; basic measures for managing safety and health; common workplace hazards and action to address them; and sources of advice, guidance and support. Wednesday 21 February 2018, 1.30pm 4.30pm, Room 2, Training Centre, Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine Workplace Team 01292 885855 / Internal:15855 AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net AA-UHB.HWL@nhs.net 44