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Decision-making is central to the role of an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP), especially in Wales where the practice is shaped by both UK-wide legislation and devolved Welsh policies. AMHPs are expected to uphold human rights and ensure that any intervention is the least restrictive option. Their decisions protect individuals from unnecessary or inappropriate detention. AMHPs make decisions about whether someone should be detained under the Mental Health Act 1983. These decisions have serious implications for a person’s liberty, autonomy, and treatment.

This training course to help social workers better understand the trials and tribulations of stepfamilies. The course is aimed at exploring the key differences, thinking about how and why stepchildren are harmed and what social workers can do to support these families. Offering insights into spotting early warning signs to prevent abuse, neglect and child deaths.

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Social work lecturers in the UK, you are invited to talk with the Social Workers Union (SWU) about your experiences and present difficulties.

The confidential feedback you give in this webinar will be used to support a campaign around SWU's Annual General Meeting 2025 “Motion 5: Solidarity with Social Work Academics and University-Based Programmes”.

This event is FREE to attend. If you have any issues with your booking please contact Joanne Marciano: joanne.marciano@swu-union.org.uk

Research findings and practice experience provide compelling evidence that animal abuse in the context of domestic abuse is a tactic of coercive control and an act of animal cruelty (Arkow, 2014; Barrett et al, 2017; DeGue et al, 2009; Fitzgerald et al, 2019; Newberry, 2017; Richards, 2009, Wakeham, 2025). Although the link between domestic abuse and animal abuse is uncontested, it is an issue that is often not translated into practice.

Part of BASW's 2025 -26 NQSW CPD Programme

Delivered by BASW’s accredited training partner DCC-i via MS Teams. Recording with Care Training for Students/NQSWs supports the Following National Requirements:

England: PCF7 – Interventions and Skills, Adult PQS6 – Effective Assessment and Outcome-Based Support Planning, , Childrens PQS7 – Analysis, Decision-Making, Planning and Review.

Scotland: CLE2 – Communication, engagement and relationship-based practice/ CLE3 – Critical Thinking, Professional Judgement and Decision-Making

Join us for this session to mark Children and Young People's Mental Health Week, taking place from 9th – 16th February 2026.

Part of BASW's 2025 -26 NQSW CPD Programme

Delivered by BASW’s accredited training partner DCC-i via MS Teams.

Critical Thinking, Assessment and Evidence Informed Decision-Making meets the following National Standards:

England: PCF 6 – Critical Reflection, Adult PQS3 – Person-Centred Practice, Adult PQS6 - Effective assessments and outcome based support planning, Adult PQS7 – Direct Work, Childrens PQS1 – Relationships and Direct Work, Childrens PQS7 – Analysis, Decision-Making, planning and review

Part of BASW's Taught Skills Development Programme

Delivered by BASW’s accredited training partner DCC-i via MS Teams.

This one-day programme is designed as a peer learning experience and refresher, providing detailed case law/practice updates and a reflective space to support those working in-depth with MCA and DoLS processes, BIA colleagues in practice, authorisers, and mental health assessors to explore these current issues in practice.

This training session is for social care practitioners working with children and young people to upskill themselves in terms of approaching complex trauma in young people.

The session will include sections relating to: • Defining trauma • Recognising symptoms, behaviours and trauma responses • Understanding childhood trauma and its impact • Links between sensory processing and trauma • Trauma informed approaches – relational practices and strategies • Communication techniques with young people experiencing complex trauma

Communication is vital in Welsh social work because it builds trust, enables co-production, and ensures culturally sensitive, rights-based practice—directly improving outcomes for individuals. When communication is clear, inclusive, and empathetic, people are more likely to engage, feel empowered, and receive support that meets their needs. • In Wales, communication is not just a skill—it’s a core intervention. • It affects how individuals experience services, understand their rights, and participate in decisions.

Part of BASW's 2025-26 NQSW CPD Programme

Delivered by BASW’s accredited training partner DCC-i via MS Teams.

Managing Risk Training for Students/NQSWs negotiating complex and unpredictable contexts supports the Following National Requirements:

England: PCF7 – Interventions and Skills, Adult PQS6 – Effective Assessment and Outcome-Based Support Planning, Childrens PQS7 – Analysis, Decision-Making, Planning and Review.