Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training
The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism is the Government’s approved training designed to improve awareness, understanding, and support for people with learning disabilities and autistic people.
It is named after Oliver McGowan, whose preventable death highlighted the need for better training for health and care staff.
The following animation aims to help staff and employers across health and social care to understand Oliver’s Training and why it is so vitally important.
Who needs to complete the training?
Tier 1: Staff with indirect or occasional contact (non – patient facing )
What is required:
Part 1: eLearning
Part 2 :1-hour live interactive session
Tier 2: Staff with regular or direct contact (patient facing)
What is required:
Part 1: eLearning
Part 2: One day Face to Face live session
Part 1 is a mandatory eLearning module for all staff and must be completed before attending any live session.
Access the eLearning here: https://www.e-lfh.org.uk/
Organisations should assign this module to staff profiles as they would with any standard Blue Stream Academy eLearning module. However, when users click the link from their dashboard, they will be redirected to an external page where the e-LfH module will load.
Upon completion of the eLearning, a certificate will be automatically generated and available under the Training Records > Training Passport section. This certificate will include the official Oliver McGowan copyright logo, download and keep safe!
Primary care organisations have a legal duty to ensure relevant staff complete Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training (OMMT). North London Foundation Trust (NLFT) is the commissioned provider for NCL, delivering accredited training across the system.
The live interactive session builds on the eLearning and offers scenario-based learning, co-facilitated by people with lived experience.
Tier 1 staff are required to attend a new 1-hour interactive session - please contact the NFLT team directly to discuss dates: nclicb.ommt@nhs.net.
Tier 2 staff must complete : 1 day Face to Face live session
Accessing training from April 2026
From April 2026, NLFT operates a cost recovery model for primary care. Two options are available:
Dedicated session - pricing on request: A session delivered exclusively for your organisation. Suitable for teams wanting to train together on a date that works for them. Pricing depends on delegate numbers and format. Please contact the NLFT team to discuss your requirements.
Individual places - £90 per person : Join a scheduled full-day Tier 2 session alongside colleagues from across NCL. Dates are released on a rolling basis.
How to book:
To discuss your requirements, check upcoming dates, or secure a dedicated session, contact the NLFT team nclicb.ommt@nhs.net. You can expect a response within 3 working days.
Nationally Endorsed Training
The programme supports national standards and legislative requirements to ensure staff have the right skills and knowledge to support people with learning disabilities and autistic people.
Meets the requirements of the Core Capabilities Framework for Autistic People and Core Capabilities Framework People with Learning Disabilities
Meets the requirements of Draft Code of Practice on statutory learning disability and autism training set in the Health and Social care Act 2023.
Created with Lived Experience
The training is co-developed and co-delivered by people with lived experience, ensuring it is meaningful, impactful, and reflective of real-world needs.
Supports Staff Mobility
Completion is portable across NHS and health organisations, meaning your training is recognised even if you move roles within the Integrated Care System (ICS).
Interactive and Engaging
Live sessions bring the training to life through real scenarios, with contributions from people with learning disabilities and autistic individuals. Sessions can also be adapted to reflect local services and context.
Builds Confidence and Competence
Staff completing the training report increased confidence in communication, behaviour, and providing more person-centred care and support.
Questions or need help?
North London Foundation Trust (NLFT) is the commissioned provider for NCL, delivering accredited training across the system. To discuss your requirements, check upcoming dates, or secure a dedicated session, contact the NLFT team nclicb.ommt@nhs.net. You can expect a response within 3 working days.
If you have any other queries about this page, please contact: nclicb.haringey.training@nhs.net.