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Duty of Candour

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Duty of Candour
Certification
CPD
Duration
Half Day
Certificate validity
3 Year Certificate
Delivery
Classroom Based — Cheshire & NW
Max group size
30 people

HSE Compliant & CPD

This course meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981. Your certificate is valid for 3 year certificate and recognised by all UK employers, insurers, and regulatory bodies.

CPD accredited training covering the statutory and professional duty of candour in health and social care settings. This course is coming soon. Register your interest to be notified when dates are available.

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Things to know

Common questions about this course.

Who needs to complete Duty of Candour training?

Anyone working in an NHS-funded or CQC-registered service. This includes nurses, doctors, allied health professionals, healthcare assistants, ward managers, clinical leads, GP practice staff, dental practice teams, and care home staff. Governance, patient safety, and complaints leads also benefit from formal training.

Is this course CPD accredited?

Yes. The course is CPD accredited and the certificate is valid for 3 years. It strengthens your portfolio for NMC, GMC, HCPC, or whichever professional body you are registered with.

How long does the course take?

The course runs as a half day session and covers the statutory and professional duty of candour, when it applies, and how to handle conversations with patients and families after an incident.

Do I need any previous training?

No previous training is required. The course is suitable for clinical and non-clinical NHS and healthcare staff and is delivered at a pace that works for mixed teams.

Can you deliver this at our healthcare setting?

Yes, we can deliver Duty of Candour training on-site for NHS trusts, GP practices, dental practices, care homes, and community healthcare teams across Cheshire and the North West. Contact us on 07958 915146 to arrange.