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For new starters. Introduction to activity provision, person-centred practice, basic dementia awareness.
For experienced practitioners. End-of-life engagement, specialist dementia, arts-based methodologies.
For managers and care leaders. Activity strategy, team development, evaluation and quality.
Standalone deep-dives. Music and reminiscence, sensory, end-of-life.
Designed for anyone working or planning to work in health and social care who wants to develop their knowledge and confidence in meaningful activity provision. This includes Activity Providers, care staff, managers, day-centre staff, domiciliary workers, owners and volunteers.
You will explore the role of everyday and planned activities in person-centred care and develop the skills to plan, deliver and evaluate meaningful individual and group activities. The qualification also includes specialist learning focused on dementia awareness.
The qualification includes four units covering:
OCN London accredited
4 units
Flexible distance learning
Recommended completion within 90 days
Learning access for 180 days
OCN London certificate on successful completion
NAPA digital badge
One year’s inclusion in the NAPA Register of Activity Workers
Invitation to join the NAPA Alumni
Designed for anyone working or planning to work in health and social care who wants to develop their knowledge and confidence in meaningful activity provision. This includes Activity Providers, care staff, managers, day-centre staff, domiciliary workers, owners and volunteers.
You will explore the role of everyday and planned activities in person-centred care and develop the skills to plan, deliver and evaluate meaningful individual and group activities. The qualification also includes specialist learning focused on understanding the context of supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
The qualification includes four units covering:
OCN London accredited
4 units
Flexible distance learning
Recommended completion within 90 days
Learning access for 180 days
OCN London certificate on successful completion
One year’s inclusion in the NAPA Register of Activity Workers
You will need to sign in or create a free Learning Space account to access the course page.
Designed for Activity Providers with responsibility for leading and coordinating activity provision within a care setting who want to develop their knowledge and practice further.
You will explore how activity provision can support meaningful and purposeful engagement and develop the skills to contribute to the planning, delivery and evaluation of an activity-based model of care. The qualification includes learning around leadership, inclusive practice, therapeutic group activities, community involvement and dementia care.
The qualification includes five units covering:
OCN London accredited
5 units
Flexible learning
Full tutor support
Reflective learning journal
Access to supporting NAPA resources
OCN London certificate on successful completion
One year’s inclusion in the NAPA Register of Activity Workers
Designed for Activity Providers with responsibility for leading and coordinating activity provision within a care setting who want to develop their knowledge and practice further.
You will develop your understanding of how meaningful activity can contribute to wellbeing and quality of life while building your skills in planning, coordinating, delivering and evaluating activity provision. The qualification includes specialist learning relating to supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
The qualification includes five units, covering areas such as:
OCN London accredited
5 units
Flexible learning
Full tutor support
Reflective learning journal
Access to supporting NAPA resources
OCN London certificate on successful completion
One year’s inclusion in the NAPA Register of Activity Workers
The NAPA Learning Space was developed in response to sector demand for accessible, practical and affordable learning
Practical resources, professional development and a community of activity providers – all built to help your team deliver meaningful engagement every day.
Being a NAPA member has enhanced my skills, broadened my creativity, connected me with other APs nationwide and increased my confidence in my role every day.
