What’s Included in Dysphagia Training

"Interactive, practical and clinician-led learning"

Our training programmes are designed to support care teams in delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care for individuals with swallowing difficulties. Training can be delivered face-to-face or virtually and tailored to the needs of your service.

Topics may include :

Understanding dysphagia
Recognising signs and symptoms
Risks associated with swallowing difficulties
Safe eating and drinking practices
When and how to escalate concerns
Understanding Speech and Language Therapy recommendations
Practical training focused on the safe preparation and provision of texture-modified foods and thickened fluids.

Reflective Learning Approach

Our training encourages staff to reflect on their own experiences, explore real-life challenges, and consider how learning can be applied within their care setting.

By linking training directly to everyday practice, participants develop greater confidence, improve decision-making, and support safer, more effective care.

Practical Workshops

Hands-on experience helps staff understand the reality of modified diets:

Thickened fluids
Texture modified diets
Mealtime adaptations
Safe feeding techniques

Experiencing modified diets first-hand allows staff to build genuine empathy for the residents they support.

Real-Life Scenarios

We bridge the gap between theory and the workplace using genuine care environments:

Case studies
Problem-solving
Mealtime challenges

Supporting Best Practice and Regulatory Standards

Our training is designed to support services in delivering safe, person-centred care and aligns with recognised standards and guidance, including:

CQC Regulation 9 – Person-Centred Care
CQC Regulation 14 – Meeting Nutritional and Hydration Needs
The IDDSI Framework
Speech and Language Therapy recommendations
Relevant NICE guidance relating to nutrition, hydration, and dysphagia care

Training promotes safe practice, supports staff competence, and helps organisations demonstrate a commitment to quality care.

Training Benefits

Improved Staff Confidence

Better Mealtime Safety

Reduced Risk

Enhanced Person-Centred Care

Evidence-Based Practice

Improved Compliance

Who We Support

Our training is designed for professionals involved in supporting individuals with swallowing difficulties, including:

Care home staff
Nursing home staff
Domiciliary care teams
Supported living services
Personal assistants
Healthcare support workers
Team leaders and managers

Ready to improve mealtime safety?

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