Postural Care
Postural care training helps your team understand why postural care matters for people living with complex disabilities. Delivered on-site by our experienced trainers, with practical work wherever the subject allows.
About the course
Understand the importance of postural care
By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Explore the reasons why people living with Complex Disability have difficulties with balance and movement
- Know the principles of building stable posture in sitting and lying
- Recognise posture in complex physical disabilities and the risk factors associated
- Understand the meaning of posture and recognise the 5 areas of the spine
- Understand how muscle tone and deformities affect posture
- Know how to safely use Postural and positioning equipment
- Be aware of techniques used with client’s displaying behaviour of concern or lack of capacity
- Know how to gently move people into desired positions
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Everything the course covers, exactly as our trainers deliver it:
Learning Disability
- What is a learning disability?
- Causes of learning disability
- Physical characteristics
- What is posture?
- What is postural care?
- Benefits of good postural care
- Consequences of poor posture
- Development and posture
Muscles, Nerves and Bones
- The spine
- Muscle tone
- Deformities
- Respiration
Postural Equipment
- Wheelchairs
- Orthotics
- Night supports
- Seating
- Positioning equipment
Safe Moving and Handling Techniques
- From a bed
- From a chair/wheelchair
- From the floor
Behaviour of Concern
- What is behaviour of concern?
- Lack of capacity
- Strategies for dealing with behaviour of concern
Keep exploring
Related specialist 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.
How long is the Postural Care course?
It runs as a half day – 3 hours course, delivered in one visit unless stated otherwise.
How many delegates can attend?
Up to 12 delegates per session — we keep practical groups smaller so everyone gets hands-on time.
Is there a practical element?
Yes — delegates practise the techniques hands-on during the course, guided by the trainer.
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, supported living, hospitals, warehouses & workplaces (object handling). If your sector isn’t listed, ask — we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
Book this course
We bring Postural Care training to your service
Delivered on-site at your service, nationwide, with pricing on application. Tell us your dates and delegate numbers and we’ll reply quickly with a quote.
Part of our specialist training range. Also explore behaviour management training and mental health training.