Using Evidence for Commissioning Services and Developing Policies

Identify reliable sources of evidence

Determine how much evidence is sufficient

Appreciate the importance of proper referencing

Why This Course Is Essential

Knowledge is the key to a safer future!

In today’s complex and ever-evolving landscape, the ability to make informed, evidence-based decisions is more important than ever. The unique value of the “Using Evidence for Commissioning Services and Developing Policies” training course lies in its design to provide you with the essential tools and knowledge to navigate this landscape with confidence and precision.

Whether you are new to this field or looking to enhance your existing skills, this course offers invaluable insights that will empower you to make decisions that are both effective and compliant with UK regulations.

Importance of the Course

The importance of this training course cannot be overstated. In an environment where policies and services directly impact people’s lives, relying on intuition or outdated information is insufficient. This course equips you to critically appraise evidence, ensuring that your decisions are grounded in the most current and reliable data. Understanding how to find, assess, and apply evidence is crucial for creating effective policies and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and community.

By learning these skills, you contribute to a culture of informed decision-making that values inclusivity and equality, ensuring that the services and policies you help shape are fair and equitable and making your contribution to a fair society even more important.

Comprehensive Coverage for Empowerment

The subjects covered in this course are comprehensive, encompassing the full spectrum of evidence-based practice. You will learn where to find the most relevant evidence, what qualifies as credible and trustworthy evidence, how to appraise the quality of evidence, and how to determine the sufficiency of the evidence before making decisions. Additionally, the course delves into the importance of proper referencing, a crucial skill that ensures transparency and accountability in your work. These subjects are not only vital for compliance with UK regulations but also for significantly enhancing the overall quality of the services and policies you are involved in developing, making your role even more significant.

Benefits to Companies and Individual Learners

For companies, the benefits of this course are profound. By ensuring that employees are well-versed in evidence-based practices, organisations can make decisions that are more strategic, efficient, and aligned with regulatory requirements. This reduces the risk of non-compliance, which can lead to costly legal challenges and damage to the company’s reputation. Moreover, employees trained in using evidence effectively are better equipped to innovate and adapt to changing circumstances, making the company more resilient and competitive in the long run.

For Individual Learners:

On an individual level, this course is a powerful tool for personal and professional development. It provides you with a solid foundation in critical thinking and evidence-based decision-making, which are highly valued skills in any workplace. Whether you are seeking to advance in your current role or exploring new career opportunities, the knowledge gained from this course will make you a more attractive candidate to employers. Mastering these skills can open doors to new employment prospects and improve career outcomes as employers seek individuals who can contribute to informed data-driven strategies.

Environmental and Accessibility Advantages

Safetyman Academy is committed to reducing the carbon footprint associated with traditional training methods. By offering this course online, we eliminate the need for travel and accommodation, significantly reducing the environmental impact for each participant. This contributes to a more sustainable future and reflects our commitment to innovative, forward-thinking education and professional development approaches.

It also provides flexible learning opportunities for individuals across different geographical locations, breaking down barriers to essential training.

Recognizing the diverse global workforce, we offer all our courses in 60 languages, reinforcing our commitment to the universal right to safety education. Accessibility ensures that everyone, regardless of location or language, can benefit from our comprehensive safety training.

CPD Credit Hours

This course is accredited for 2 CPD credits.

This course provides the skills and competencies necessary to identify and mitigate the hazards and potential pitfalls of researching and evaluating. In less than two hours, participants will have the knowledge and tools to create a safer working environment, protect themselves and their colleagues, and contribute to the overall success of researching and evaluating projects.

Who the course is for

This course is designed for all workers, from new hires to managers in every sector of the local authority, charitable and industry, who are responsible for ensuring the services and well-being of people. It is also suitable for individuals seeking to enhance their entry knowledge of conducting research using qualitative methods.

Why it works

Minimal disruption to the working day – the course takes less than half a day
Designed for anyone, in any sector, worldwide
Provides the knowledge and tools required to identify roles and responsibilities in your workplace environment.
High-impact programme
Efficient and effective learning – multiple topics are covered in a single, self-contained course.

The business benefits

Participants will have the knowledge and tools to create a safer environment, protect themselves and their colleagues, contribute to the business’s success, and enhance their well-being.

Improve your safety culture
Develop staff roles in critical point controls.
Achieve an internationally recognised and respected certification for staff
Enhance your reputation within your industry.

Your benefits

By taking this course, you’ll be able to:

Understand your responsibilities for conducting reserach
Identify and report on potential hazards
Assess public and workplace impacts
Comply with the UK and international standards

The average time needed to complete the course is 2 hours, and the minimum passing mark for the exam is 70%.

Do you know who will benefit from this course?

Everyone! Research methods are fundamental to building programs for a better life.

The world is changing quickly, and businesses need employees with training, knowledge, and skills to be competitive.

People continually developing their professional skills or pursuing higher education and training are positioning themselves for future career advancement opportunities.

By giving yourself or your employees the knowledge to perform your role safely at work, you will stay safe and go home safely, making the rest and play time in life far more rewarding, whatever you love to do.

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER, EMPOWER YOURSELF TODAY!