Our training programmes aim to equip and empower you as a carer.
Training is very important for carers for a number of reasons.
- It provides you with the essential skills and knowledge you need to care safely.
- It helps maintain your wellbeing and can prevent you from becoming ill yourself.
- It can also help reduce feelings of isolation and provide an opportunity for you to do something for yourself.
As well as running our own training courses we also aim to signpost you to other training providers so you can access training to suit your needs:
Training is very important for carers for a number of reasons.
- It provides you with the essential skills and knowledge you need to care safely.
- It helps maintain your wellbeing and can prevent you from becoming ill yourself.
- It can also help reduce feelings of isolation and provide an opportunity for you to do something for yourself.
As well as running our own training courses we also aim to signpost you to other training providers so you can access training to suit your needs:
Bedford Training Programme: January 20 to March 2020
Bedford Training Programme: Jan to Mar 2012 - to print
Weds 15 January, 10.30am—12pm
Meet the Team
Newly registered with Carers in Bedfordshire? Find out about our services.
Fri 17 Jan to 20 March, 10.30am-12.30pm
Art for Wellbeing
Anne Thompson
Enhance your wellbeing by spending two hours absorbed in art.
£6.00 per session
Thurs 27 February, 1.30-3.30pm
Digital Photography
Paul Derrek
Learn new skills and embark on a project by yourself or with our Camera Club.
Tues 3 March, 10.30-12.00pm
5 Ways to Wellbeing
CiB Team
Learn practical steps to improve your emotional wellbeing.
Thurs 5 March, 12pm—2pm
Talk & Lunch: Talk by Tollers Solicitors
Find out about legal information that can help you and the person you care for. Share lunch & experiences with other carers.
£5.00 for light lunch & drinks
Tues 17 March, 9am – 4.30pm
Emergency First Aid at Work Certification Day
Helen Bell-Day
For carers wanting a recognised First Aid Qualification. Certificate valid for 3 years.
Bedford office
Bring a packed lunch
Places are limited, please book as soon as possible.
All the training takes place at the Bedford office unless otherwise stated.
Chiltern Vale & Leighton Buzzard Training Programme: January 20 to March 20
Chiltern Vale & Leighton Buzzard Training Programme: Jan to Mar 2020 - to print
Mon 10 February, 10am – 12pm
Care Funding Options for Later Life
Lyndhurst Financial Management.
How to make care at home and care home funding costs as manageable as possible.
Dunstable Fire Station, LU6 1AA
Tues 11 February, 6pm - 8pm
Mini Hand Massage at the Dunstable Carers Group
Palma Quinn
Enjoy a mini hand pamper whilst attending February’s Group
Salvation Army HQ, Dunstable, LU6 3AH
Please call to book if you are not a member of this Group
Thurs 27 February, 10am – 12pm
A Talk on Rushmere Country Park at the Leighton Buzzard Morning Group
Michael Stanley
This talk will help to bring to life this well-loved, well-visited and local country park.
Greenfields, Theedway, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 9SP
Please call to book if you are not a member of this Group.
Weds 18 March, 10am - 1pm
Pop-up Wellbeing and Relaxation Spa
CIB, Trish Monroe and various wellbeing practitioners.
Enjoy chair yoga, mindful colouring, mini massage and a healthy lunch at the CIB Pop-up Spa to help you relax and unwind.
Scout Hut, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 4SW
£5 payable in advance. Places are limited. Book early to avoid disappointment
Tues 31 March, 1pm - 3pm
Easter Crafts at the Houghton Regis Group
Palma Quinn
Embrace spring and make Easter crafts to take away with you.
Houghton Regis Library, LU5 5ES
Please call to book if you are not a member of this Group.
Ivel Valley & West Mid Beds Training Programme: January 20 to March 2020
Ivel Valley Training Programme: Jan to Mar 2020 - to print
All training is held at the Biggleswade office, unless stated otherwise.
Thurs 16 Jan to 12 March, 10.30am - 12.30pm
Art for Wellbeing
Deidre Porter-Hanson
Enhance your wellbeing by spending two hours absorbed in art.
£42 per course or £6.00 per session
Weds 5 Feb, 4 March, 2.00-3.30pm
Mindful Crafting
Karen Mangold
Enhance your wellbeing by spending time making crafts or doing mindful colouring.
£2.00 for materials and drinks
Tues 11 Feb, 12.30 – 3pm
Talk & Lunch: East Anglian Air Ambulance
A talk on the services they provide.
£5.00 for a light lunch and drinks
Tues 10 March, 12.30 – 3pm
Talk & Lunch: Art & Illustration
Stephen Halton.
£5.00 for a light lunch and drinks
Wed 11 March, 10.30am – 12.30pm
Relaxation for Carers
Mel Reynolds
Take time out and learn some carer-friendly techniques to use in everyday life. A short treatment available.
Thurs 19 March, 10.30am – 12.30pm
5 Ways to Wellbeing
CiB Team
Learn practical steps to improve your emotional wellbeing.
Wed 25 March, 11am – 2pm
Meet the Team
Newly registered with Carers in Bedfordshire? Find out about our services.
Flitvale Garden Centre - Cafe
1-to-1 Smartphone / Tablet / Laptop Training
1-to-1 Smartphone / Tablet / Laptop training
Did you know that everyday technology can help you as a carer? Using Skype, on-line shopping or booking a GP appointment online. To find out more book a 1-1 IT training session for some advice, tips and instructions on technology.
Mondays, 10.00am – 12pm
Pilgrim Centre, Brickhill Drive, Bedford
Fee: Free (Donations welcome)
Contact: Nicola West, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 0300 111 1919
Wednesday, 2 & 4th week, various times
Leighton Buzzard Library
Fee: Free (Donations welcome)
Contact: Anna Kidman, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 07772 231 208
Local Training Providers
Carers in Bedfordshire is not responsible for the content delivered by an external provider.
For people with mental health issues and their carers - Bedfordshire and Luton Recovery College Programme
You Programme - Impact - Focuses on improving your mental and physical wellbeing
For Parent Carers with children with autism - Autism Bedfordshire
Online Learning
"About Me: Building Resilience for Caring" is an online training package especially created for unpaid carers by Carers UK. Click here to learn more.
Thinking Ahead is a free online resource by Carers UK. It aims to prepare people for the potential costs involved in caring for a family member or loved one, and highlights key issues for carers in work.
Looking for free social care training visit wefindanylearner.co.uk for a wide number of level 2 courses.
FutureLearn provides a wide range of online courses designed by leading universities for a wide range of learners. They have many courses that help increase your knowledge about conditions and your caring role.
Here are some courses by FutureLearn that you might find useful as a carer
Understanding Anxiety, Depression & CBT
Integrating Care: Depression, Anxiety & Physical Ilness
Youth Mental Health: Helping Young People with Anxiety
Dementia Care: Staying Connected & Living Well
Living Well as Dementia Progresses
Creating Moments of Joy for People with Dementia
End of Life Care for People with Dementia
Dysphagia: Swallowing Difficulties & Medicines
It Starts with your Heart: British Heart Foundation