Part 1 Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disabilities and Autism.

This is the very same eLearning module as found on eLearning for Healthcare website, you can access both for free, this is Part 1 Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disabilities and Autism eLearning

Gain a strong foundation in understanding learning disabilities and autism with this Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training – Part 1 eLearning course. Designed for health, social care and public‑facing roles across the UK, this programme provides essential knowledge and awareness to support safer, more effective and person‑centred care.

Ideal for organisations looking to improve standards and meet national training expectations, this course helps staff better understand the needs, experiences and rights of individuals with learning disabilities and autistic people. Whether you work in healthcare, education, social care or customer‑facing environments, this training supports you in delivering inclusive and responsive support.

This flexible, self‑paced course combines expert content with real‑world scenarios, helping learners develop confidence in communication, making reasonable adjustments, and recognising the barriers individuals may face when accessing services.

What this course offers

This Part 1 eLearning course provides a clear and accessible introduction to the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training framework. Delivered online, it allows learners to complete training at their own pace while building essential awareness and understanding.

The course covers key topics including:

• Understanding learning disabilities and autism

• Person‑centred care and support

• Communication needs and approaches

• Health inequalities and barriers to care

• Making reasonable adjustments in practice

• Understanding behaviour, sensory needs and lived experience

This eLearning is linked from NHS eLearning for Healthcare (eLfH) and has been made available through our platform to provide a simple and accessible way for individuals and organisations to complete Part 1 training.

Learners can choose to complete the course through our system or access the same training directly via the NHS eLearning for Healthcare platform, with both options supporting the same national learning outcomes.

Why this training matters

The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training was developed to improve the care and support provided to people with learning disabilities and autistic individuals. It forms part of a national approach to ensuring staff have the knowledge and understanding required to deliver safe, effective and inclusive services.

Completing Part 1 helps learners build a strong foundation in awareness, communication and person‑centred care. It supports improved outcomes, reduces inequalities, and promotes a culture where individuals are treated with dignity, respect and understanding.

Course benefits

• Gain essential awareness of learning disabilities and autism

• Understand how to provide person‑centred care and support

• Learn how to recognise and respond to communication needs

• Develop knowledge of reasonable adjustments in practice

• Improve confidence when supporting individuals in a range of settings

• Access nationally recognised training completely free of charge

• Flexible online learning that can be completed at your own pace

Certification and progression

On successful completion, learners will receive confirmation of completion for Part 1 of the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training.

For those wishing to progress, we offer:

• Tier 2 Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training

• Tier 2 Facilitator Training for organisations looking to deliver training internally

These advanced courses provide a deeper level of knowledge, interactive learning, and practical application, including lived experience input.

To progress to Tier 2 or discuss training for your organisation, please contact our team.