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Making Makaton magical this Christmas

We've teamed up with Steelworks Santa to explore why Makaton is an important skill for him to have when communicating with children every Christmas.

Posted: 20/12/2022 Read more
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Nursery Rhyme Week - Makaton Videos

Nursery Rhymes are a fantastic way to encourage children to develop their communication, language and social skills, and they’re great fun too.

Posted: 10/11/2022 Read more
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Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace: 3 Key Benefits

Our expert training team have outlined three key benefits of attending a mental health awareness course and supporting mental health in the workplace.

Posted: 02/11/2022 Read more
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Animal First Aid: 3 Reasons Why You Should Complete a Training Course

If your pet is injured, they will be counting on you for life-saving help. Here’s three crucial reasons why you should consider completing a pet first aid course as an animal owner.

Posted: 18/10/2022 Read more
Why is a workplace first aid course important for your organisation?

Why is a workplace first aid course important for your organisation?

Our first aid at work course will give you the skills to carry out first aid in the workplace. Find out more on why it's important for your organisation.

Posted: 12/10/2022 Read more
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Is first aid training a legal requirement for employers?

Every employer in the UK is legally obliged to plan for the provision of first aid in the workplace. Find out more about whether you need to offer first aid training as part of that.

Posted: 12/10/2022 Read more
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Early Years Training Bundle: Benefits of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Our early years training bundle has been designed to support staff in gaining the necessary knowledge and skills so that your setting can provide outstanding care.

Posted: 12/10/2022 Read more
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The art of storytelling | How does this affect childhood development?

On September 6th National Read a Book Day will be in full flow, and this is an ideal opportunity to remind ourselves of the importance and impact reading and sharing stories has on children.

Posted: 05/09/2022 Read more
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Automatic External Defibrillators: Making The Difference

Posted: 01/09/2022 Read more
Functional Skills: helping you to reach the next stage in your career

Functional Skills: helping you to reach the next stage in your career

Posted: 30/08/2022 Read more
Results day: what to do if you didn’t get the grades you wanted

Results day: what to do if you didn’t get the grades you wanted

Posted: 25/08/2022 Read more
Can Children Learn First Aid? – First Aid In Schools

Can Children Learn First Aid? – First Aid In Schools

Posted: 10/08/2022 Read more