Care Planning Training

Care Plan Training Course

The Care Planning Awareness Training course is designed to give healthcare professionals, carers, and support staff the key knowledge and skills needed to create and carry out effective care plans. This trainer-led course introduces the core ideas of person-centred care, making sure that each person’s needs, preferences, and goals are central to the planning process.

Participants will look at the legal and ethical rules that guide care planning, including important UK laws like the Care Act 2014. The course also covers practical methods for assessing needs, setting SMART goals, and writing clear, accurate care plans.

Participants will learn how to work well with others—such as service users, their families, and different professionals—to build care plans that are truly personalised. Through classroom activities and real-life case studies, the training helps build confidence in reviewing and updating care plans as needs change.

This course is perfect for those new to care planning or anyone who wants to improve their skills in health and social care.

By the end, learners will feel more confident and ready to deliver high-quality, person-centred care that supports dignity and independence. Upon successfully completing the training you will receive a Level Certificate in Care Planning Awareness endorsed by CPD and Skills for Care.

📌Relevant: Trainer-led Person-centred Care Awareness Training./ Dignity in Care Training for Staff.

Course Information:

• Course Duration: 2-3 Hours (half-day)
• Course Level: Level 2
• Certificate: 1-year certificate
• Max Delegates: 12
• Practical: No
• Course Mode: Face to Face/ Online (Virtual)
• Accredited: Yes ✅

You’ll get better at talking to people, working as a team, and handling emergencies. You’ll also learn how to set clear and SMART goals that are easy to check, realistic, and have a time limit.

Why is care plan training important?

• Putting the person first: A good care plan focuses on what the person needs and wants. Training teaches caregivers how to make plans that respect each person’s choices and goals.
• Better communication: The training shows caregivers how to talk clearly with patients, clients, and their families.
• Improved results: When care plans are clear and well-made, care gets better, risks go down, and people have a better experience.

Care Plan Course Outline:

1. What is a Care Plan?

• Learn what a care plan is and what it should include

• Talk about rules and guidance from:

  • Care Quality Commission (CQC)

  • NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence)

  • Care Certificate Standards (CCA)

• Understand why care should be centred around the person

2. Personal Choice and Working Together

• Understand why people should have choice and control over their care

• Learn how carers, family members, and other professionals can work as a team

• Talk about how working together can make care better

• Look at problems that can happen and how to fix them

3. How to Organise a Good Care Plan

• Learn what to put in a care plan and how to organise it

• Know how to write clear and helpful information

• Plan for emergencies and changes in care (crisis and backup plans)

• Follow the law and do what is right when writing care plans

4. Setting SMART Goals in Care Plans

• Learn about SMART goals:

  • Specific (clear and focused)

  • Measurable (can check progress)

  • Achievable (can be done)

  • Realistic (makes sense for the person)

  • Timely (has a time frame)

• Practise writing goals that follow the SMART rules

• Understand how these goals help people get better care

5. Using SWOT and Making a Personal Plan

• Learn about SWOT:

  • Strengths (what you do well)

  • Weaknesses (what could be better)

  • Opportunities (chances to improve)

  • Threats (things that might stop progress)

• Think about your own care planning work

• Make a simple action plan to use what you have learned

• Share ideas and get help from others in the group

6. Course Review and What’s Next

• Go over what you have learned

• Ask questions and talk about real-life examples

• Find out where to get more help and learning

• Give feedback and get your course certificate

Who Should Take the Care Planning Awareness Course?

This Care Planning Awareness training is for anyone who helps to plan or give care and support. You do not need to be an expert. It is helpful for people who are:

• New to care work and want to learn how to write care plans

• Support workers or care assistants working in health or social care

• Carers who help family members or friends

• Healthcare staff, like nurses or care coordinators, who want to refresh their knowledge

• Supervisors or team leaders who check care plans and support others

• Volunteers who work closely with people who need care

• Anyone wanting to give better, person-centred care

This course is useful in many settings, like care homes, home care, supported living, hospitals, and day services.

📚Relevant: Effective Record Keeping and Documentation Course / GDPR Awareness Training.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this half-day Care Planning Training course, participants will be able to:

1. State what a care plan is, in line with current CQC, NICE, and CCA standards for person-centred care planning.

2. Identify how personal choice and working together with others can improve the care planning process.

3. List how a care plan should be organised, including the need to plan for crisis situations and back-up (contingency) arrangements.

4. Describe how using a SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timely) approach can improve care planning.

5. Compare the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) of person-centred care planning, and create a simple personal action plan based on this analysis.

Why Take Care Planning Training?

This course is helpful for care workers, carers, and anyone who gives care and support. Here are the main benefits:

1. Learn What a Care Plan Is
You will understand what a care plan is and how to make one that fits a person’s needs, wishes, and goals.

2. Give Better Person-Centred Care
You will learn how to put the person first, respect their choices, and help them stay independent.

3. Follow the Rules
You will learn about the laws and rules (like CQC in the UK) that must be followed when making care plans.

4. Talk and Work Well with Others
You will build skills to work with the person, their family, and other staff, so the care plan works well for everyone.

5. Feel More Confident
You will feel more sure of yourself when making care plans, setting goals, and giving care.

6. Keep People Safe
You will learn how to spot risks and make care plans that help stop problems before they happen.

7. Improve Your Career
Learning about care planning can help you do better at work and move forward in your care job.

8. Help People Make Choices
You will learn how to involve people in their own care, so they feel in control and happy with their care.

9. Make Care Work Better as a Team
You will be able to make simple, clear care plans that help care teams work together and avoid mistakes.

10. Help People Live Better
Good care plans can help people stay healthy, happy, and live a better life.

📌Get More: Trainer-led Duty of Care Training / Effective Communication Training.

Course Testimonials

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“Caring for Care is by far the best company to use for all your training requirements. The trainer, Chris, was amazing and got everyone involved.” – Ellie S.

Career Opportunities

Completing the Care Planning Awareness Training can help you find more jobs in care. It shows that you understand how to make good care plans and support people well.

Here are some jobs where this training can be useful:

• Care Assistant – working in care homes, people’s homes, or supported living

• Support Worker – helping people with learning disabilities, mental health needs, or physical needs

• Senior Carer – leading a small team or helping with care plans and paperwork

• Healthcare Assistant – working in hospitals or clinics

• Care Coordinator – helping plan care and work with families and professionals

• Team Leader – managing a small team of care staff

• Rehabilitation Worker – supporting people to regain skills after illness or injury

• Personal Assistant (PA) – working one-to-one with someone who needs support

This course also helps you if you want to move into more learning, like:

• NVQs in Health and Social Care (Level 2 or 3)

• Care Certificate

• Training to become a nurse or social worker

It shows employers that you care about giving good, person-centred support – and that you are ready to take on more responsibility. Note that some of these roles would require additional skills and qualifications.

Care Planning FAQs

1. Who should take this care planning trainingcourse?

This course is ideal for healthcare professionals, carers, support workers, and anyone involved in providing care. Whether you’re new to care planning or looking to refresh your skills, this course will help you understand how to create and implement effective care plans.

2. What will I learn in this care planning awareness course?

You will learn the basics of care planning, including:

• What a care plan is and why it is important

• How to create person-centred care plans that focus on individual needs

• The SMART approach to setting care goals

• How to identify risks and plan for emergencies

• How to work effectively with other care professionals and families

3. How long is the course?

The course typically lasts 2-3 hours (half-day), depending on the delivery format. You can choose from in-person or virtual options, depending on your preference.

4. Do I need any prior knowledge or experience?

No prior knowledge is required. This course is designed for both beginners and those with some experience in care. We provide all the information and support you need to succeed.

5. Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate of completion that demonstrates your understanding of care planning and can be used to enhance your professional qualifications.

6. Can I take this course online?

Yes, we offer an online version of the course that can be completed at your own pace. However, trainer-led sessions are available for those who prefer interactive learning.

7. How do I book the course?

You can book your place by clicking the group booking button. Our course advisors will contact you to discuss the details and ensure we provide tailored training that meets UK standards.

8. What types of care settings can benefit from this training?

This course is beneficial for a wide range of care settings, including care homes, home care, hospitals, supported living, and day centres. Whether you work with older adults, people with learning disabilities, or those with mental health needs, this training will provide useful skills for creating personalised care plans.

9. How can I apply the knowledge from this course in my daily work?

This course will help you understand how to assess care needs, set goals, and create effective care plans that are person-centred. You can apply the knowledge by immediately implementing improved care planning in your work setting, leading to better outcomes for service users.

From booking the course to the actual training, it was flawless, Thank you Jeanette and Sarah. Will be using you again.