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PCS Learn health and social care training 

Training built for care delivery

On demand eLearning with live compliance reporting, so you always know who is ready to deliver care with the records to prove it

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810,000+ courses completed 
160+ courses available 
20+ years experience 

Trusted by care providers for over 15 years

PCS Learn is flexible training designed specifically for health and social care settings.

With more than 160 courses and over 20 years of experience supporting care providers, we're here to help your team learn, grow and deliver the highest standard of care.

Our training team regularly reviews and updates content to reflect changes in legislation, best practice and sector guidance.

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Training that fits your organisation

With PCS Learn, you can train staff in the way that works best for your organisation.

Whether you're onboarding new starters, maintaining mandatory training or helping experienced team members develop new skills, PCS Learn gives you access to practical training that fits around your organisation.

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Learn online 

Give staff access to flexible e-learning modules that can be completed whenever and wherever it suits them. 

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Learn in person 

Build practical skills and confidence through face-to-face training delivered by experienced trainers. 

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Learn your way 

Combine e-learning, face-to-face and distance learning to create a training programme tailored to your needs. 

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Skills for Care endorsed 

Many of our courses are endorsed by Skills for Care, helping you deliver training that's relevant, practical and aligned with sector standards. 

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PCS Learning – how it works

Managing staff training across a care home or care group doesn’t have to be complicated. PCS Learn has everything you need to allocate training, track progress and maintain compliance in one place. Stay on top of learning without spreadsheets, paperwork or chasing staff.

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Assign training 

Allocate courses to individual team members, groups or specific job roles. Make sure everyone completes the training that's relevant to their responsibilities.

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Track compliance 

Monitor completion rates and training status at a glance using simple traffic-light reporting. Quickly see who's compliant, who's due training and where action is needed.

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Manage records and renewals 

Store certificates, appraisals and training histories in one place. Set refresher schedules and compliance targets so nothing gets missed.

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Great care starts with confident staff

The strongest care services don't just meet compliance requirements. They invest in the knowledge, skills and confidence of their teams.

Well-trained staff are more likely to deliver safe care, identify concerns early, respond confidently to challenges and create positive experiences for the people they support.

That's why so many highly-rated care providers put training at the heart of their organisation.

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Why invest in training?

Training is one of the most powerful investments you can make in your organisation. When training is taken care of, you maintain compliance, reduce risk, improve staff retention and give your team the confidence to deliver safe, high-quality care every day.

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Stay compliant 

Maintain clear evidence of training, competency and professional development 

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Build staff confidence 

Give your team the knowledge and skills needed to provide safe, consistent care. 

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Improve retention 

People are more likely to stay when they feel supported, valued and invested in. 

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Reduce risk 

Better-trained teams make fewer mistakes and identify issues more quickly. 

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Train your way 

Choose the delivery method that works best for your organisation and your staff. 

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Get expert support 

Access ongoing support from our friendly, knowledgeable team whenever you need it. 

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Explore more PCS solutions

Run a safer home. Build a more confident workforce. See clearly across every home.
PCS solutions cover staffing, medication, training, family and life enrichment, so you can add what your homes need next. 

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PCS Care 

Deliver consistent, person- led care with real-time oversight and connected clinical workflows.

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PCS eMAR  

Simplify medication administration and ordering, minimise errors, and enhance workflows.

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PCS Resource 

Match staffing to resident needs, improve workforce planning, and support regulatory compliance.

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PCS Wellbeing   

Turn everyday activities into measurable wellbeing outcomes for every resident.

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PCS Family   

Keep families close, informed and reassured about the care their loved ones receive.

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FAQs about PCS Learn

Mandatory training requirements vary depending on role and setting, but commonly include safeguarding, moving and handling, infection prevention and control, fire safety, first aid and medication awareness.

CQC expects providers to ensure staff have the skills, knowledge and competence needed to perform their roles safely and effectively. Training records are often reviewed during inspections.

The frequency varies by subject and organisational policy. Many providers refresh key training annually, while other subjects have different renewal requirements.

Our training team regularly reviews and updates course content to reflect changes in legislation, regulation, best practice and sector guidance.

When new requirements emerge or the care sector changes, we update existing courses and develop new ones where needed. This helps make sure your team always has access to engaging training that’s relevant, accurate and aligned with the realities of modern care.

Training alone won't achieve a higher rating, but a confident, competent workforce contributes directly to safer care, better outcomes and stronger evidence for inspections.

Online training (or e-learning) allows staff to complete courses digitally at a time and place that suits them. Learning online is flexible and helps organisations set training programmes and maintain records and compliance.

PCS Learn helps you manage training records, monitor completion rates and identify upcoming renewals, making it easier to maintain compliance across your organisation.

Training helps staff feel confident in their roles, reduces risk, supports compliance and contributes to better outcomes for the people supported by your organisation.

PCS Learn offers mandatory training, compliance training, professional development courses and specialist health and social care learning programmes through a range of delivery methods.

Yes. PCS Learn supports independent care providers, single-site services and large care groups. Training programmes can be tailored to your requirements.

People are more likely to stay with organisations that invest in their development, support career progression and help them feel confident in their work. A strong training programme, combined with opportunities for continuing professional development (CPD), helps staff build new skills, take on greater responsibility and see a future within your organisation.

Invest in knowledge and skills that support great care

Talk to us about your staff, your training challenges and your compliance goals. We'll show you how PCS Learn can help you create a training programme that works for your organisation.