Short Courses

At Centra Training we offer various options to suit different styles - from short online courses to blended learning packages. We are excited to offer a diverse range of short courses to suit all abilities. First Aid Courses are now available - for more information please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk

Anaphylaxis and Autoinjectors

Available as a standalone module or as part of an induction programme, this course outlines how anaphylaxis can be caused by a broad range of ‘triggers’ (such as insect stings and certain foods, e.g., nuts and shellfish, latex) and medicines, (such as penicillin).

Learners will also learn how to recognise the symptoms and identify how to administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from anaphylaxis. This is suitable for any employee or manager working in an environment where an understanding of anaphylaxis and autoinjectors would be beneficial.

Topics Covered:

Anaphylaxis and Autoinjectors

  • Reactions to Allergens

  • Anaphylaxis

  • Employees’ Responsibilities

  • Adrenaline Autoinjectors

  • Common Traits

Assessment: A 20 – 40-minute exam with multiple choice questions, and a certified certificate on completion.

Cost: £35.00 (plus VAT) per person

Enquiries: Please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for more information.

Fire Safety Level 2

This course is useful for managers, supervisors, fire marshals, and any staff working in any area of the business where there are potential fire risks. It is also ideal for anyone taking a Level 2 Fire Safety qualification.

Assessment: 2 – 3 hours, followed by multiple choice questions, and a certified certificate on completion.

Cost: £55.00 (plus VAT) per person

Enquiries: Please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for more information.

Awareness of Dementia Level 2

This knowledge-only qualification is designed for those learners who are working with or aspire to work with individuals who have dementia.

Topics Covered:

Awareness of Dementia Level 2

  • Dementia Awareness

  • A Person-Centred Approach to the Care and Support of Individuals with Dementia

  • Understanding the Factors That Can Influence Communication and Interaction with Individuals Who Have Dementia

  • Understanding Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in Dementia Care

Assessment and Qualification:

This comprehensive course equips delegates with the knowledge and skills needed to provide dementia care in a setting. It requires 72 guided learning hours and is suitable for learners aged over 16 years old.

Cost: £65.00 (plus VAT) per person

Enquiries: Please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for more information.

Awareness of Mental Health and Wellbeing

Ideal as a basic introduction for anyone interested in learning more about mental health, this course covers definitions, influential factors, and effects of mental health and mental ill health. It further emphasises and explains the impact on individuals, the importance of diagnosis and recovery, and types of self-care and management.

Topics Covered:

Awareness of Mental Health and Wellbeing

  • Mental Health and Mental Ill Health

  • Risk Factors

  • Diagnosis and Recovery

  • Impact On Individuals

  • Mental Ill Health and Illnesses

  • Self-Care and Management

  • Assessment and Cost

Assessment: A 20 – 40-minute exam with multiple choice questions, and a certified certificate on completion.

Cost: £35.00 (plus VAT) per person

Enquiries: Please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for more information.

Emergency First Aid at Work

We offer Emergency First Aid at Work which can be delivered via blended learning and/or face-to-face delivery. We can discuss the best options for your business, depending on your requirements. Please contact us directly - enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for a bespoke package and detailed costs based on your business needs.

Equality and Diversity

Learners on this course will understand what is meant by the terms equality and diversity. The course also covers the consequences of inequality and equips learners with the tools to promote inclusion and create fairer workplaces. Finally, learners will learn the legal and moral frameworks that govern equality and diversity. 

Assessment: A 20 – 40-minute exam with multiple choice questions, and a certified certificate on completion.

Cost: £35.00 (plus VAT) per person

Enquiries: Please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for more information.

GDPR

Effective as of May 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) strengthens existing legislation on how businesses store and process data. Keeping up to speed with regulations is essential, not only to protect your clients’ data but to protect your business from fines, penalties, and reputational damage. Tailored for employees responsible for managing or accessing databases, and their managers, this short but comprehensive course covers all the requirements of the GDPR.

Topics Covered:

GDPR

  • What the GDPR Is, and How It Affects The Way Your Business Collects Data

  • The Principles behind Processing Client Data

  • The Rights of Individuals over their Data, including Subject Access Requests and the Right to Be Forgotten

  • GDPR Requirements for Your Organisation

  • What Data and Personal Data Are

  • Data Breaches And Penalties

Assessment: A 20 – 40-minute exam with multiple choice questions, and a certified certificate on completion.

Cost: £35.00 (plus VAT) per person

Enquiries: Please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for more information.

Infection Prevention and Control

Ideal for anyone who wants to stay safe in the workplace, this comprehensive course equips delegates with the knowledge and practical skills needed to prevent and control infection, and how to stay safe in the workplace. This course can be used as a stand-alone module or as part of an induction programme.

Topics Covered:

  • Protecting Yourself, Colleagues, and the Public – Learn how infections occur, the factors that can make a person more vulnerable to infection, and the steps you can take to prevent infections from occurring.
  • Pathogenic Microorganisms - Understand what pathogenic microorganisms are and how you can manage and combat them.
  • Protecting Vulnerable People – Know how to keep the vulnerable safe from infection and learn necessary actions.
  • Risk Assessment and Management – Effectively evaluate any infection risks and implement preventative actions to control and reduce them.
  • Personal Hygiene – Learn the best personal hygiene practices and why these are hugely important for infection control.
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Discover the different types of PPE and how to use them effectively.
  • Waste Handling – Handling waste safely and appropriately can reduce the risk of infection.

Assessment: A 20 – 40-minute exam with multiple choice questions, and a certified certificate on completion.

Cost: £35.00 (plus VAT) per person

Enquiries: Please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for more information.

Introduction to Allergens

Designed for food handlers and managers, this food allergy awareness training course provides an awareness of the controls and legal responsibilities related to the 14 regulated allergens.

Assessment: A 20 – 40-minute exam with multiple choice questions, and a certified certificate on completion.

Cost: £35.00 (plus VAT) per person

Enquiries: Please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for more information.

Introduction to Fire Safety in the Workplace

This course outlines fire safety and risk management in the workplace, from the basics of how fire starts and spreads, to the roles, responsibilities, and legal obligations of different people in the workplace regarding risk assessments and safety procedures.

Assessment: A 20 – 40-minute exam with multiple choice questions, and a certified certificate on completion.

Cost: £35.00 (plus VAT) per person

Enquiries: Please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for more information.

Managing Conflict

This course is suitable for all levels of employee within a business and as part of the induction process for new employees.

Assessment: A 20 – 40-minute exam with multiple choice questions, and a certified certificate on completion.

Cost: £35.00 (plus VAT) per person

Enquiries: Please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for more information.

Safeguarding Children

The course is ideal for anyone who has responsibility for looking after, or caring for, children and young people. It may be particularly useful for childminders, nursery staff, teachers, and teaching assistants.

Assessment: A 20 – 40-minute exam with multiple choice questions, and a certified certificate on completion.

Cost: £35.00 (plus VAT) per person

Enquiries: Please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for more information.

Self-Awareness and Personal Development

This course is ideal for all levels of employee within a business and as part of the induction process for new employees.

Assessment: A 20 – 40-minute exam with multiple choice questions, and a certified certificate on completion.

Cost: £35.00 (plus VAT) per person

Enquiries: Please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for more information.

Stress Management

Suitable for workplace health and wellbeing programmes, this short course helps learners to understand their stress triggers and learn how to best deal with them. This course can be used as a stand-alone module or included in an induction programme.

Assessment: A 20 – 40-minute exam with multiple choice questions, and a certified certificate on completion.

Cost: £35.00 (plus VAT) per person

Enquiries: Please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for more information.

Team Working

Teamwork makes the dream work! Working as a team, building relationships, and effective communication are vital skills. This 30-minute, online short course is designed to equip your staff with the skills to ensure effective teamwork.

Assessment: A 20 – 40-minute exam with multiple choice questions, and a certified certificate on completion.

Cost: £35.00 (plus VAT) per person

Enquiries: Please email enquiries@centratraining.co.uk for more information.

Offering Short Online Courses

We offer a mix of short online courses and blended learning packages. 

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