Tier 2 Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training - Bristol

Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism – Tier 2 (Face-to-Face)

The Tier 2 Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism is designed for health and social care staff who provide care and support to people with a learning disability and autistic people. This essential training helps you develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to offer high-quality, person-centred care.

Please note: Completion of the Part 1 e-learning module is required before attending this one-day face-to-face session (Part 2). The e-learning is available via the e-Learning for Healthcare platform – you’ll find the link below to get started.

Arrival & Venue

Arrival: Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time to ensure we start the course on time.

Public Transport: Buses and Trains to Bristol Temple Meads (the venue is 200m/3 min walk from the station)

Car Parking: Click here for information about the nearest car parks.

Breaks: Mid Morning Break (15 Minutes) | Lunch Break (1 Hour) | Mid Afternoon Break (15 Minutes)

Lunch: Teas, coffees, refreshements, snack and a buffet lunch will be available on the day.

What to Expect from the Face-to-Face Training

This one-day interactive session is delivered by a qualified facilitator, alongside two experts with lived experience – one with a learning disability and one who is autistic. Their stories, insights, and direct engagement make this training impactful, authentic, and deeply valuable.

Morning Session: Learning Disability Awareness

• What is a learning disability?

• Common myths and misconceptions debunked

• Findings from LeDeR report and the impact of those people that have a learning disability.

• First-hand experiences from individuals with learning disabilities

• What are reasonable adjustments and explore how to make them

• Open Q&A session – your chance to ask about real-world challenges and best practices in care

Afternoon Session: Understanding Autism

• What is autism and how does it differ from neurotypical experiences?

• Understanding communication, behaviour, and sensory differences in autistic individuals

• The importance of respectful language and inclusive support

• Insightful personal experiences shared by an autistic expert by experience

• Q&A session to explore how to make services more accessible and supportive for autistic people

  
  

Why This Training is Important

The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training is part of a national initiative to improve the quality of care for people with learning disabilities and autism. Whether you’re new to this field or have years of experience, this session is a valuable opportunity to reflect, learn, and enhance your practice.

This training is not only mandatory – it’s meaningful, person-centred, and grounded in lived experience. You’ll come away with practical tools and deeper empathy, better prepared to support the people you work with.

We actively encourage attendees to share their own experiences during the session. Your insight is welcome, and this is a space for open discussion and learning from one another.

Booking Information

To attend this training session, you must complete the Part 1 e-learning module first. You can access it via the NHS e-Learning for Healthcare platform 

Part 1 Oliver McGowan eLearning Training

Once completed, you can book your place on the face-to-face training using the booking link below.

Book now to secure your place – spaces are limited.