Action Falls Train the Trainer Course

Falls are common, harmful, costly and difficult to prevent. The 'Action Falls Train the Trainer' course is designed for individuals who are committed to reducing falls in care homes and wish to train, mentor and enable care home staff in implementing the Action Falls program.

The Action Falls programme has been shown to be a highly effective and economically efficient falls prevention intervention. The programme has shown to reduce the number of falls in care home residents by 43% in the Falls in Care Homes (FINCH) randomised controlled trial.

Who is this course for?

This course is for health and social care professionals and those overseeing a broader remit, including HCPC allied health professionals, registered nurses and medics. It's designed for individuals in these roles who are committed to reducing falls in care homes and wish to train, mentor and enable care home staff in implementing the Action Falls programme.

This course will benefit professionals seeking to enhance their skills in falls prevention, build relationships with care homes and deliver effective training and support. By joining this course, participants will learn to apply the Action Falls assessment, which has been recognised by NHS England as best practice, interact with research experts and peers through webinars, and stay updated on the latest research in falls prevention.

Successful completion of the course is recognised with a certificate and digital badge from the University of Nottingham, adding value to ongoing professional development. 

Benefits of taking this course include:

  • The Action Falls Programme has shown to reduce the number of falls in care home residents by over 43% compared with residents who did not receive the intervention
  • Learn to apply the Action Falls assessment, which has been recognised by NHS England as best practice
  • Gain approval to disseminate the programme and get added to the approved Action Falls Lead list
  • Access to the Action Falls research experts and peers through an interactive webinar series
  • Improve your ability to collaborate with care homes
  • Successful course completion is recognised by receiving a certificate and a digital badge
  • Flexible learning at your own pace
  • This course can be part of CPD and ongoing professional training

If you are interested in the course, but not ready to enrol now, please register your interest for future updates.

By registering for this course, you confirm that you meet the prerequisites, which require you to be a registered health and social care professional, HCPC allied health professional, registered nurse or medic.

After completing this course you will be able to train, mentor and enable care home staff to adopt the Action Falls program to reduce falls risk for residents, patients, clients and service users. The Action Falls programme has been shown to be a highly effective and economically efficient falls prevention intervention. The programme has shown to reduce the number of falls in care home residents by 43% in the FINCH randomised controlled trial.

You will learn to:

  • Apply the action falls toolkit
  • Build relationships with care homes
  • Deliver the action falls training
  • Provide ongoing support to care homes

Course Highlights

  • Receive the Action Fall materials, that you can use in your practice.
  • Engage in meaningful discussions with peers during and on completion of the course
  • Stay updated on the latest falls-in-care-homes research and an opportunity to get involved in the research

 What are learners offered to support their learning?

  • Interactive online learning modules with engaging content, including videos, case studies, and knowledge nuggets
  • Access to a learning management system (LMS) for course materials and assessment
  • Opportunities for hands-on practice and application of learned concepts
  • Support from subject matter experts through a monthly webinar series

Length of course?

  • The course duration is typically 5 weeks, with a recommended time commitment of 1 hours per week for optimal learning and practice.
  • You will have access to the course for a period of six months from the date of enrolment.

Tutor input?

While this course is self-paced, but you will have access to support and guidance throughout your learning journey. This includes:

  • Opportunities to engage with subject matter experts during the webinars.
  • Access to a dedicated support team to assist you with any course-related queries or technical issues.
  • Our team are committed to ensuring you receive the guidance and support you need to master the course material and develop a comprehensive understanding of the action falls programme. 

Scheduled live classes?

  • While the course is primarily self-paced, there will be scheduled webinar sessions where you can interact with subject matter experts from the Action Falls Research Team, ask questions and engage in discussions with your peers.
  • These live sessions will provide opportunities for collaborative learning and networking.

This course is ideal for health and social care professionals and those overseeing a broader remit, including HCPC allied health professionals, registered nurses and medics.

English language requirements

Please note that the language of instruction is English. If English is not your first language, we recommend a minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 5.5 overall to enable you to fully benefit from this course.

Technical requirements

  • Windows 10 or Mac OS
  • Minimum 14” Full HD screen
  • i3 Processor or similar
  • 8GB RAM
  • 128GB Storage

Delivered by leading experts

The course webinars are delivered by the Action Falls Research Team who have developed and tested the programme and will be able to make you part of the action falls community.

"The Action Falls course exceeded my expectations. The expert trainers and interactive sessions kept me fully engaged. I now feel confident in implementing best practices to train and mentor care home staff in falls prevention."

Inaya R

"As a seasoned health care trainer, I found the course refreshing and highly relevant. The resources provided are invaluable for anyone looking to make a significant impact in reducing falls among elderly patients."

Jess S

"I highly recommend the Action Falls Train the Trainer Course. It's structured in a way that's easy to follow, and the practical tips and case studies provided are immediately applicable in real-world scenarios."

Elenora L

"Enrolling in this Action Falls course was one of the best decisions I've made for my professional development. The knowledge gained has not only boosted my confidence in training others but has also enhanced my ability to improve patient safety."

Danielle W

"This course equipped me with the essential skills to effectively train others in falls prevention strategies. The content was comprehensive yet easy to understand, making it perfect for busy health care workers."

Michalina H

"I walked away from the Action Falls Train the Trainer course with practical tools and strategies that I could implement right away. This course is a must for any health professional serious about enhancing care quality and patient outcomes."

Gemma B

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