Learning and career development

Become the best version of yourself with our sector-leading learning and development

Whether you’re just starting out or looking for new opportunities, the Exemplar Health Care Academy gives you the tools, training, and confidence to grow and succeed.

From a supportive induction, buddy support, and supernumerary time for Nurses, to apprenticeships, specialist training, and Leadership Pathway programmes, we help you build your skills, expand your knowledge, and progress in the direction that’s right for you.

Start strong

We know how nerve-wracking it can be starting a new job. Our induction sets you up for success right from the very start.

  • Company welcome induction

  • Buddy support

  • Care Certificate for care roles

  • Registered Nurse induction

  • Preceptorship for newly qualified Nurses

Build confidence

Mandatory training provides you the skills and knowledge needed do your job safely and confidently. This could include:

  • First aid

  • Infection prevention and control

  • Mental Capacity Act

  • Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability And Autism

Get role ready

Our role-essential training is tailored to you, your responsibilities, and the people you care for, to ensure you feel prepared. This could include:

  • Active support

  • Care planning

  • Mental Health Act

  • Courageous conversations

  • Smiling matters

Clinical skills

To provide truly impactful care, we pride ourselves on our specialist training. There are over 50 clinical skills training modules, including:

  • Brain injury

  • Dementia

  • End of life care

  • Huntington’s disease

  • Tracheostomy

Grow your career

By growing your skills and embracing new challenges, you can thrive in a career with Exemplar Health Care. Our opportunities include:

  • Role-specific apprenticeships, diplomas, and qualifications

  • eLearning

  • Supervision and Performance Development Reviews

Lead with confidence

If you're looking for opportunities to develop into a leadership and management position, our Leadership Pathway is the place to start. 

  • Level 1 - for aspiring managers

  • Level 2 - for front line leaders

  • Level 3 - for home/team leaders

  • Level 4 - for senior leaders

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Support for Registered Nurses

The clinical world is ever-evolving - and so are best practices in healthcare.

Our learning for Registered Nurses keeps your knowledge and skills up-to-date to ensure you're always providing the best quality of care possible.

  • Clinical skills training

  • Practice Supervisor and Assessor training

  • RCNi Learning platform

  • The Royal Marsden Manual of Clinical and Nursing Procedures

"When I first started with Exemplar Health Care, the support I received was incredible.

"I remember family and friends asking me how my new job was going, and I'd become quite emotional because I was in disbelief about how much support and training was offered to me.

"They want you to succeed and be the best you can be - and most importantly I believe they want you to be happy in your role. It’s really clear to see that everyone cares so deeply.

"It’s just amazing, the training and support is the best I've ever known."

Anna-Marie, Clinical Nurse Manager at Blackmoor
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Leadership Pathway

Our leadership and management development programmes are designed to empower leaders at every stage of their career.

They provides the tools, insights, and skills you need to succeed as a leader and unlock your full potential.

Each programme offers a transformative learning experience, enhancing your communication and decision-making skills, fostering innovation, and driving organisational change, guided by both external and internal experts.

1
Leaders one: Aspire

Aspire is designed for Senior Health Care Assistants, Registered Nurses, and aspiring managers across various roles.

It focuses on leadership fundamentals such as personal effectiveness, team leadership, and effective coaching.

2
Leaders two: Engage

Engage is targeted at Unit Managers and first-line managers.

It helps new managers maximise team performance, develop coaching skills, delegate effectively, and manage the employee life cycle.

3
Leaders three: Accelerate

Accelerate is geared towards Home Managers, Deputy Managers, Clinical Nurse Managers, and senior managers in Central Services.

It enhances skills with modules on coaching for high performance, conducting courageous conversations, and leading change.

4
Leaders four: Inspire

Inspire is designed for leaders of leaders, such as Regional Directors, Commissioning Managers, and Heads of Departments.

It elevates leadership by focusing on strategy development and execution, strategic change, and building high-performing teams.

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