The MS Society is pleased to launch their new training courses for local authorities. Each of the courses has been designed to take into account the changing nature of services and the different roles of staff within authorities.

Delivery of courses: All courses to local authorities are delivered on behalf of the MS Society by our trainer, Lindsay Goward.
Trainer Biography (155 kb)

Duration: All courses are full day courses and run from 10am–4pm but times can vary depending on local need.

Cost of courses: All courses are £350 per full day. Invoices will be sent to the local authority contact listed on the booking form following the completion of the training.

Training for practitioners

This course is designed to help practitioners understand the issues in MS especially in relation to assessment of need, assisting individuals to develop personal plans and the barriers to independence.

Aims of course for Practitioners (166 kb)

Programme for Practitioners (162 kb)

 

Training for support workers (paid care staff)

This course is designed to assist staff to understand some of the most important symptoms of MS. Part of the course will assist staff to work with people with MS in a productive manner which maintains the independence and choice of the individual and give practical tips to help individuals manage specific symptoms.

Aims of course Support Workers (165 kb)

Programme for Support Workers (164 kb)


 

Training for Wales

This course is aimed at local authority staff in Wales and recognises the differences in focus and legislation in regard to personalisation/direct payments.

Aims of Course Wales (166 kb)

Aims of the course WELSH (165 kb)

Programme for Wales (162 kb)

Programme WELSH (165 kb)

Training for Local Authorities in Welsh (171 kb)  

Training for Support workers (Wales)

The Independent Living Training for support workers described above will also be suitable for staff providing support for people in Wales.

Programme Wales Support Workers Welsh (155 kb)

Programme for Support Workers (164 kb)

Aims of the course WELSH (165 kb)
 

Booking

Please complete this booking form for all the above training
Booking form (183 kb)

A booking form is required for each individual course booked.

Please return your completed form to education@mssociety.org.uk   

or by post to:

MS Society National Centre
Operations Department
372 Edgware Road
London NW2 6ND
 

Other training needs

The MS Society are keen to ensure that the training we offer meets the requirements of all local authority staff. If you have specific training requirements or would like to discuss your training needs please contact: Brenda Joyce – Strategic Lead for Independent Living on 01945 870 832 or email bjoyce@mssociety.org.uk.