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These courses are designed for those on annual update, support workers needing to up skill themselves in this area to support transition into care work or new care workers as part of their wider training package.
Where training is delivered in-house, it may be possible to use your organisation’s equipment to ensure staff are taught on the items they will use daily. The course can be half day, full day or 2 day (including Welsh Passport) or 3 day train the trainer dependent on your general or specific requirements. We are happy to tailor your training to your specific needs and our Training Manager will be happy to discuss your requirements.
Abuka also operate the two-day Welsh Passport in which all learners will receive the necessary training requirements to fulfill the Welsh scheme complete with Passport documentation. Please contact the team to discuss this in further detail, or view our specific Welsh Passport information here: Welsh Passport – Moving and Handling
Successful completion of this training course will result in the award of a certificate covering all aspects of the above course contents.
When your facility faces sudden staffing changes or an upcoming inspection, you cannot afford to wait weeks for compliance. Abuka specializes in fast turnaround training delivery. We ensure your designated staff members are certified, confident, and ready to train your internal teams without causing scheduling bottlenecks or gaps in care compliance.
Q: How long does the Moving and Handling Train the Trainer certification last?
A: The certificate awarded upon completion of our 3-day course is valid for 3 years. To maintain compliance and stay updated on the latest legislative changes and equipment guidelines, trainers should complete a 1-day refresher course before their certificate expires.
Q: What qualifications or experience do I need to take this course?
A: This course is specifically designed for individuals who already have practical experience in moving and handling within a healthcare, social care, or corporate environment. It is ideal for senior care assistants, team leaders, managers, and nurses who want to develop the instructional skills and confidence to deliver training effectively to others.
Q: Does the course cover both legal regulations and practical equipment?
A: Yes, absolutely. The curriculum balances vital UK legal frameworks—including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, PUWER, and LOLER—with extensive hands-on practice. Participants will master risk assessment tools and the safe operation of mobile hydraulic/electric hoists, various slings, slide sheets, turntables, and wheelchairs.
Q: Where is the training located and are there fixed dates available?
A: Our next upcoming 3-day intensive block runs from Monday 27th to Wednesday 29th July. The course is held at our fully equipped training facility: Abuka Training, Riverview House, Unit A14 The Embankment Business Park, Vale Road, Stockport, SK4 3GN. The cost is £450 + VAT per person.
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