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!
The live interactive session builds on the eLearning and offers scenario-based learning, co-facilitated by people with lived experience.
Tier 1 staff are to attend a new 1-hour interactive session
Oliver McGowan - Primary Care Tier 1 Webinar training Sessions
Tier 2 staff must complete : 1 day Face to Face live session
Oliver McGowan - Tier 2 Face to Face Full day Training sessions
Certificate will be provided by ICB trainers.
The part 2 training is organised by the ICB and we receive dates periodically. If the dates available are not suitable, you can sign the expression of interest- We will notify you when more dates are available.
EOI for Oliver McGowan - Tier 2 Face to Face Full day Training sessions Survey.
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?
Please contact:
nclicb.haringey.training@nhs.net