Oliver McGowan mandatory training
Empowering health and social care staff to deliver safer, more inclusive, person-centred support for autistic people and people with a learning disability. Based in Chester, and covering the UK, we help care home managers and organisations meet statutory requirements under the Health and Care Act.
Choose the right training level for your care home team. We deliver officially recognised sessions designed to ensure full compliance, confidence, and high standards of care.
Training pathways and support
Free level 1 training
Introductory e-learning covering core awareness for all staff. Completely free to access and ideal for general health and social care team members.
Tier 2 specialist level
Vital interactive training for staff with direct care responsibilities. Fully funded NHS places may be available for qualifying care organisations.
Care home compliance
Bespoke group bookings and administrative guidance tailored for Support staff to ensure statutory training standards are fully satisfied.
Mandatory Training That Transforms Lives
The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training is the government-recommended and nationally adopted programme created in response to the tragic death of Oliver McGowan. It provides your workforce with the essential knowledge, skills, and confidence to provide compassionate, safe, and effective support.
Tier 2 specialist level for care providers
Our certified Tier 2 training meets all statutory obligations outlined in the Health and Care Act. Designed specifically for health and social care staff with direct responsibility for autistic individuals and people with a learning disability, this live interactive training builds deep understanding, de-escalation awareness, and compassionate person-centred techniques.
NHS funding and booking assistance
Did you know Tier 2 places may be fully funded for your team? We work directly with care home managers across the UK to verify NHS eligibility, schedule flexible sessions, and make compliance simple and accessible for your whole organisation.