The Sheltered Housing Network

Supporting All Involved in The Provision of Sheltered and Supported Housing

General Information

With the launch of the new ‘REFRESHED QAF’ it is important that all staff involved in the delivery of housing related support services – from service managers to those at the front line - understand and can implement the new requirements of the QAF.  This one-day training event will enable participants to develop their understanding of the Refreshed QAF and their ability to ensure that they adhere to the new standards being introduced.  It is designed to help participants to identify and understand the importance of establishing practical working strategies that conform with the refreshed QAF and how to put these into practice within the workplace setting. 

This event is designed specifically for those who provide housing related support and allied social care professionals who interact with housing related support providers.  It would also be applicable to board members and tenant representatives to provide them with a clearer insight and understanding of the need for the service to comply with the requirements of the refreshed QAF.  Others working in similar environments or who have a particular interest in this subject may also find the training of interest.

A range of training methods will be used in delivering the course content. This will assist in ensuring effective input of course material. Participants will be encouraged to take an active part in each session.

Aims of the Training

The aim of the training is to look at the impact that the refreshed QAF is likely to have on the delivery of housing related support services and to address the issues this raises.  Participants will develop their skills, attitudes and knowledge in the areas of:

¨       Considering the requirements of the refreshed QAF

¨       Recognising the key changes made in the refreshed QAF

¨       Understanding the format and core objectives of the refreshed QAF

¨       Adopting practices that will assist in meeting the new core objectives of the refreshed QAF

Objectives

By the end of the course participants should be able to:

¨       Define the requirements of the refreshed QAF

¨       Discuss what impact the key changes made in the refreshed QAF will have on their service.

¨       Explain what needs to be done in order to comply to the core objectives of the refreshed QAF

¨       Establish an individual action plan of how to meet the requirements of the refreshed QAF

Summary

The course is designed to be flexible and the content and setting can be varied to meet the particular requirements of individual groups.  Participants will be encouraged to adopt a supportive and positive approach to the group as a whole. It is hoped that this will allow individuals to achieve greater proficiency and confidence through taking part in a stimulating and enjoyable learning programme.

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