Our Training

Bespoke Training

Our industry-leading training is at the heart of the exceptional care we provide.

At First Option Clinical Education we are more than just a training provider; we are deeply passionate about improving lives. For us, teaching and supporting others in the community is not merely a job, but a calling.

Everyone we work with receives the highest standard of training, recognising that every individual with a complex condition deserves exceptional care and has a specific set of needs.

We deliver our education in a bespoke fashion, recognising that one size does not fit all when it comes to care. This enables us to provide customised training solutions for carers and families that make a genuine difference.

With over 60 years of combined clinical experience, our team has the expertise to tailor training to the specific needs of each individual or institution.

Our training modules

Our statutory and mandatory training module follows the Skills for Care Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF) model and covers all the subjects recommended by the Skills for Care in line with recommendations from NHS England.

We offer training in over [number] other clinical and non-clinical areas including Mental Health, Learning Disability and Autism.

Examples of our training include:

Clinical:

Adult and Paediatric Tracheostomy Care and Management
Ventilation (IV and NIV)
Respiratory Support
Male and Female Catheterisation
Spinal Injury Care
Physical Intervention
Basic Life Support
Diabetes Awareness
Central Line Awareness (PICC, Hickman, Portacath)
Urinary and Bowel Management
Epilepsy and Seizure Management.
Palliative and End of Life Care

Non-clinical, including Mental Health, Learning Disability and Autism

Safeguarding Vulnerable People (Adult and Children and Young People)
Managing Conflict
Record-Keeping and Documentation
Dementia Awareness
Autism Awareness
Challenging Behaviours Awareness
Physical Intervention and Disengagement Techniques
The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism (available mid 2025)

A full list of training modules is available on request at education.dept@firstoptionhc.com or by filling out the form below.

The First Option Clinical Training difference:

We are compassionate. Compassion is at the heart of everything we teach and every support service we provide.
We are empowering. We adapt to each learner’s pace and style, making sure they feel confident and competent in their caregiving roles.
We are nurse-led. Our specialist nurses bring years of personal experience, understanding the intricacies and challenges of delivering complex care.
We are transparent. We foster direct and open discussions, ensuring everyone feels heard and their concerns are addressed.

We have a positive attitude. Our “yes, we can” approach allows us to offer services tailored to each client’s unique needs.
We are robust. We believe that “you are only as good as the training you receive,” and are dedicated to providing the highest standards of teaching and support.
We are proactive. Our training is future-focused, teaching caregivers to anticipate needs and read situations effectively, enabling better control over caregiving scenarios.

What you can expect

Training of the highest quality, tailored to your needs and delivered by highly experienced and qualified educators.
Workbooks containing all the slides used in the presentations which include references and resources for further reading for every attendee.
An assessment visit and complete comprehensive and robust care plans to help Nurses, HCAs and PAs care for service users safely (upon request)

Completed and signed competency documentation (if applicable) for your records.
Certificates of attendance that are valid for 1, 2 or 3 years from the date of completion (depending on the subject).
Clinical oversight from our team in conjunction with our clinical lead team to ensure that package staff and families feel supported (if required).