Pain Management
Pain management training helps your team provide effective care for people in pain. Delivered on-site by our experienced clinical trainers, with practical work wherever the subject allows.
Why this training matters
Around a quarter of adults in England live with chronic pain, and 13% live with high-impact chronic pain that limits daily life.
Source: Health Survey for England · 2024
About the course
Provide effective care for people in pain
By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Recognise that many elderly people will be experiencing pain
- Know the risks of untreated pain
- Recognise the different types of pain
- Know how pain is assessed
- Recognise some pain scales and assessment tools
- Be aware of how pain can be treated
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Everything the course covers, exactly as our trainers deliver it:
Pain
- Pain in the elderly
- Risks of untreated pain
- Types of pain
- Establishing the existence of pain
Assessment Monitoring
- Assessing the level and intensity of pain
- Pain scales
- Monitoring pain
Treatment
- Medication
- Types of pain medication
- PRN or prescribed pain relief?
- Syringe drivers
- Non-medicinal pain management
- Planning activities after pain relief
- Care planning
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Related clinical courses
These subjects sit naturally alongside this course — and we can combine courses into one visit.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Where is the training delivered?
All of our training is delivered on-site at your service, anywhere in the UK — we come to you, so there are no travel costs or venue hire for your team. This course is theory-based, so we can also deliver it virtually over Zoom if that suits your team better.
How long is the Pain Management course?
It runs as a half day – 3 hours course, delivered in one visit unless stated otherwise.
How many delegates can attend?
Up to 15 delegates per session.
Do delegates receive a certificate?
Yes — every delegate receives a certificate on completion. Certificates are valid for 1 year, so plan refresher training before they expire.
How much does the course cost?
We price every course on application, based on your dates, location and delegate numbers. Use the contact buttons below — we reply quickly with a quote.
Can we combine courses into one visit?
Yes. Many clients build a full training day from shorter courses, and we can deliver several subjects in one visit — just tell us what your team needs.
Do you only train care providers?
No. This course suits care & nursing homes, home care & domiciliary, supported living, day services, hospices. If your sector isn’t listed, ask — we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
Book this course
We bring Pain Management training to your service
Delivered on-site at your service or virtually — this theory-based course works both ways — nationwide, with pricing on application. Tell us your dates and delegate numbers and we’ll reply quickly with a quote.
Part of our clinical training range. Also explore mandatory training and first aid courses.