Since July 2022, all registered CQC providers are now required to conduct appropriate training on learning disabilities and autism. The training is aimed at improving the support offered to people with learning disabilities and those who are autistic.
The training is associated with a young autistic person called Oliver McGowan, whose death further highlighted the ongoing need for better training. After years of campaigning by his family, Health Education England (HEE) and Skills for Care have developed the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training (OMMT) Framework for Learning Disabilities and Autism.
By completing OMMT, staff gain a comprehensive understanding of the needs and challenges faced by individuals with learning disabilities and autism. Helping to provide them with safe, compassionate and informed care.
The training has both online and in person components available to all. It has been developed to be flexible and accessible. It covers a range of topics, including:
Here is a video of why this training is now mandatory to key sectors.
Training | Who’s it for? | Delivery | Duration |
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Tier 1 | For people who require general awareness of the support autistic people or people with a learning disability may need | Online | 1– 2.5 hours |
Tier 2 | For people who may need to provide care and support for autistic people or people with a learning disability | Face to face, training will be delivered by a lead trainer and two experts with lived experience. | 1 day |
Runway Training is proud to offer Tier 2 training, alongside our experienced trainers and wonderful expert trainers with lived experience.
We are currently recruiting for additional trainers, please click here for more information.
For more information and advice regarding the most suitable training for you or your organisation, please contact Lesley Blackband on 01732 402 402 or by email to [email protected] or fill out the form below: