Develop a practical and empowering approach to care with this Introduction to Active Support training course, designed for health and social care professionals working with individuals who need support with daily living. This course focuses on enabling people to take an active role in their own lives, promoting independence, choice, and meaningful engagement.
Active Support is a proven approach that helps individuals participate more fully in everyday activities, regardless of their level of ability. Instead of doing tasks for people, staff learn how to work alongside them, providing the right level of support to encourage independence and build confidence.
Ideal for care settings such as residential services, supported living, and community care, this training helps staff shift from task based care to person led support. The result is improved outcomes, greater satisfaction, and a better quality of life for individuals receiving care.
Training can be delivered at your workplace or at our dedicated training room in Yeovil, Somerset, offering a flexible and professional learning environment.
What this course offers
This course provides a clear introduction to the principles of Active Support and how they apply in everyday care settings. Learners will explore how to break down tasks into manageable steps, enabling individuals to participate in activities that may otherwise feel overwhelming.
Participants will learn how to provide the right level of support, ensuring individuals are encouraged without being overwhelmed or excluded. The course also covers the importance of communication, observation, and adapting support to meet individual needs and preferences.
A strong focus is placed on meaningful activity, helping staff understand how daily routines and engagement can significantly improve wellbeing and independence. Practical examples and group discussions support learning and ensure that skills can be applied immediately in the workplace.
Why this training matters
Without the right approach, individuals in care settings can become passive and disengaged, leading to reduced independence and lower quality of life. Active Support provides a positive alternative by encouraging involvement, building skills, and promoting choice in everyday activities.
This training helps staff feel more confident in delivering person centred care while supporting individuals to achieve their potential. It also contributes to a more positive care environment, improving relationships between staff and those they support.
For organisations, it supports better outcomes, improved inspection performance, and a stronger focus on person centred practice in line with CQC expectations.
Course benefits
Understand the key principles of Active Support
Learn how to promote independence and participation
Improve communication and engagement with individuals
Support meaningful activity and daily involvement
Enhance person centred care practices
Build confidence in supporting individuals with varying needs
Receive a certificate of completion
Certification and progression
On successful completion, learners receive a certificate, supporting their professional development and understanding of Active Support. This course also provides a foundation for more advanced Active Support training and practice development.
