The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism
This is Oliver
The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism was developed to address a critical need - ensuring that health and social care staff receive the right training to support individuals with a learning disability and autistic people.
Named in memory of Oliver McGowan, whose tragic passing highlighted gaps in understanding and awareness. The Health and Care Act 2022 has made it a statutory requirement that all CQC-registered health and social care providers must ensure their staff receive learning disability and autism training appropriate to their role.
The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism is now mandated by the Oliver McGowan Draft Code of Practice and is designed to help organisations meet the statutory requirements for learning disability and autism training under the Health and Care Act 2022.
Upcoming Webinar Dates
Why this training matters
This training is designed to give professionals the knowledge, confidence, and skills to make a real difference in the lives of people with a learning disability and autistic people. It is delivered by a facilitating trainer and co-facilitated by two Experts with Lived Experience - one with personal experience of a learning disability and one with personal experience of autism. These co-facilitators bring invaluable, real-world insight, ensuring the training is engaging, meaningful, and rooted in lived experience.
At Coleman Training, we believe that training should be more than just a requirement - it should inspire real change. Our approach is built on the principles of respect, empowerment and understanding, and we are committed to delivering high-quality, impactful training that ensures professionals can provide inclusive and person-centred care.
We do things differently
“This isn’t just mandatory. It’s meaningful.”
Stacey Parker leads our Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism and her leadership ensures this meaningful training is delivered with the depth of knowledge, passion, and professionalism it deserves. Since joining the Coleman Training team in 2020 she has brought energy, expertise, and a deep commitment to person-centred and values-based training.
Stacey is a chartered psychologist with over 30 years’ experience working in Learning Disability and Autism services, supporting vulnerable individuals of all ages across the NHS, social care, and third sector. Her extensive clinical background, including recent work with adults living with dementia, provides a solid foundation for her training delivery.
Stacey co-delivers her sessions alongside two of our fantastic Experts with Lived Experience.
Tier 1 - Part 1
- Everyone needs to complete this eLearning, regardless of your role in the sector.
- This is a 90 minute eLearning module, with workbook included, delivered by eLearning for Healthcare (e-lfh) - part of NHS England.
- It is accessible online, completely free of charge, by registering for an account with eLearning for Healthcare.
Tier 1 - Part 2
- A one-hour interactive webinar run as an open course with our facilitating trainer, supported by two of our Experts with Lived Experience.
- You can secure your place by clicking on your preferred date at the top of this page. Individual places start at £25.00 (ex. VAT).
- You can also arrange a closed booking for a group of up to 30 learners, on a date of your choosing - simply contact Juanita: enquiries@colemantraining.co.uk.
Tier 2
Tier 2 is designed for those directly providing care and support to people with a learning disability and/or autistic people.
- Face-to-face training led by an accredited facilitator.
- Co-delivered by two accredited Experts with Lived Experience (EWLE).
- Offers a deeper, more practical level of learning.
