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Great Training. I learnt a lot about promoting positive behaviour for the clients I look after.

The practical session was amazing! The theory was also spot on.

It was a very intensive course, lots to learn, relevant to my current work in supporting people with challenging behaviour.

Best training ever!

The best part of the training was the fact that the trainers have experience of working in the mental health sector and shared their experience with us.

The tutors got along positively with each other. Generally everything about the course appeared to be well planned before hand.

Best part of the training: Practical part of the session - we were all given enough time to practice our techniques under the supervision of our tutors. Tutors were very knowledgeable and gave practical scenarios of experiences they have been through and how they managed it. We were a total of 8 - this gave the tutors enough time to observe and support as needed.

Best part of the training: Practical part of the session - we were all given enough time to practice our techniques under the supervision of our tutors. Tutors were very knowledgeable and gave practical scenarios of experiences they have been through and how they managed it. We were a total of 8 - this gave the tutors enough time to observe and support as needed.

Open communication, good use of humour and training was well delivered

We need more music for physical exercise

All participants were actively involved

I was able to refresh past knowledge and learn new skills and techniques

The powerpoint slides were very informative and engaging as they allowed open discussions of real life situatons we might have come across in our jobs. Also giving us new perspectives by listening to other people of situations that could arise and how to handle them.

The practical section part was quite educative and clear

Best part of training- When the trainer offer us lunch

The practical session were very good and beyond my expectations.... I am hoping that KaOM will have their own venue and expand the company

The tutor taught with humour and committed to the course. Educative and full of information.

Learning the different kinds of restraint methods. It wasn't just about theory aspect, but the practical aspect of the training made us feel how to face real life scenarios. Good job. I give it 100/100

Best part has been practical and also sitting to learn from staff that already working in mental health hospital

I think I enjoyed myself.

The guys made the course fun, but on a serious note. I am pretty confident that I have lot of knowledge to take to my support worker role.

The trainers were knowledgeable and able to communicate and carry us along.

The duration can be shortened a bit like 9:30-14:30 if practically possible haha

All sessions were quite exciting and interesting

Practicals make a lot of sense. Improves confidence

I am satisfied

Its was interactive and interesting

Trainers delivered information at a level aimed at a wide level of experience in the group. Key points well emphasised, day was interesting, plenty of practice to increase confidence.

Need to improve- Communication from website, response time for confirmation.

The practicals-very interactive and insightful. Trainers Richard and Jordan are very competent and have a great sense of humour. They work pretty well together as a team.

The practicals-very interactive and insightful. Trainers Richard and Jordan are very competent and have a great sense of humour. They work pretty well together as a team.

The practicals-very interactive and insightful. Trainers Richard and Jordan are very competent and have a great sense of humour. They work pretty well together as a team.

...Rich and Jordan were excellent and very professional. Thank you very much!

The food and music was great

Best part of training: Jordan's sessions and practical sessions

Jordan connects with people at instant and he is an expert in managing adults

The trainers gave real life examples and videos to aid the learning experience. Also they make use of time spent (time management) during sessions. ...I do not mind taking this training for 5 days because it is interactive and informative.

Human relations between trainers and tutors was excellent. ...

If you could [send] learning materials after booking and payment that would be helpful

The trainers were amazing

Best part of the training: The practicals and how everyone is allowed to practice and ask questions

The practical and theory parts were very interactive, the best part of training was during de-escalation. I think the tutors really tried, they were awesome

All restraint stages after a year you tend to lose the skills. Refresher is the best way. ...Strict with staff who come late + distractive- no phones meant it!!

Training was very enjoyable and informative. Both theory and practical. Last day was excellently presented and demonstrated relaxed atmosphere for learning. Excellent tutor and pleasant attitude to teach (Richard). Venue very bad. Not inducive for learning environment.

Venue needs improvement, other than that every part was enjoyable

The best part of the training.: The training was very helpful and meaningful.The best part was the practical.I have leant how to defend myself without harming the service user and and now know that i have a right to report if a client abused me. Areas needing improvement and/or least enjoyed: The practical part especially when the client pulled my hair or try to bite me i now know how to protect myself.

13-15 Nov 2023 Plymouth It is a well organised- theoretical and practicall training by good instructors. Also good time management, cannot be over-emphased as we started and ended each day day at designated timee

This was wonderfulexperience and the practical sessions were helpful a well as theory.Explains how to protect yourself and to prform best practices in work place.

12 July 2023 -Southampton The tutor was very good and understanding.I leant to be very caring, communicating and compassion. To be alert always when working with...

24 /08/2023 Cardiff I enjoyed the PMVA training, it was a good refresher as I felt more confident in being part of a team during a restrain. The theory and practical was and tutors well informed.

10 July 2023 Taunton Best part of training was update on Seni's Law

11/10/2023 Bristol It was an eye opener for me towards people with learning disabilities and on how to behave and at the same time dealing with people with such behaviours

10/07/23 Taunton Good reflective training. Tutors are well informed and made learning purposeful

06/10/23 Bristol Training was very well thought[sic] and depth with knowledge and practical, Trainer was helpful and communicated well throughout the training

01/11/2023 Newport- Wales I have had a good and positive experience in training. I have also learned new skills which will help me not just in my work settings but also in life

01/11/2023 Newport Gwent Great tutors, conducive environment for learning. Satisfied

01/11/2023 Newport Gwent Nancy was very informative and explained things in detail. Helped me to look into new ways of physically intervening and how to do this safely and at a very last resort. Great explanation on de-escalation and triggers/trauma

01/11/23 Newport Very informative- a lot of practical work which has allowed me to feel more safe within workplace. Assault Cycle understood

13/12/2023 Plymouth Very engaging and informative. Up to date with current legislation

08/12/2023 Bristol I have learnt a lot of skills in this training to avoid risk of restraining (Candidate passed with 100%)

08/12/2023 Bristol Quite encouraging and should be done periodically to enhance safety measures * practices in hospital environment

The best part of the training.: The training was very helpful and meaningful. The best part was the practical. I have leant how to defend myself without harming the service user and and now know that i have a right to report if a client abused me. Areas needing improvement and/or least enjoyed: The practical part especially when the client pulled my hair or try to bite me i now know how to protect myself.

08/12/2023 Very interesting and lively class

6-8 Nov 2023 Bristol It was an interesting training indeed. I have learnt the 5 phases of the Assault Cycle, management and prevention of crisis and assault as well as PBS. I also learnt various ...I have learnt restraints types and danger associated.

06-08/12/2023 Bristol I am glad you declined me to attend only refresher course..

14/12/2023 Bristol Great course, brilliant tutors. I have learnt that people cannot talk and breath at the same time. Just because someone can talk does not mean they can breathe

21/12/2023 Bristol Very detailed training, professional way of tutoring. I learnt to keep communication with service users even with body movements...

21/12/23 Bristol The trainer has really improved in the latest skills in PMVA, also music played to keep candidates minds active and on work mode. The refreshments is very good. Keep it up

24/11/2023 Bristol The training was very impactful. I leant a lot and enjoyed learning about restraining and mental health as a whole.

12-14 June 2023 Birmingham Dear Reuben and Nancy, I would like to express my satisfaction on the recently concluded PMVA training. Overall, I found the training to be informative and valuable. It covered essential techniques and strategies for preventing and managing violence and aggression effectively. The training content was comprehensive and covered a wide range of topics related to violence and aggression management. It provided a solid foundation for understanding the underlying causes and identifying warning signs. Your humble self and Nancy’s expertise and experience in the field were evident, and your delivery style was engaging and professional. You were both patient and effectively communicated complex concepts in a clear and understandable manner. The practical exercises and role-playing activities were particularly beneficial. They allowed us to apply the learned techniques in a simulated environment, which helped build confidence in managing potentially violent situations. The Interactive, inclusive theory and practical activities that encouraged problem-solving and critical thinking enhanced the training experience. I appreciated the emphasis placed on values of a care provider, boundaries (BCEO), observation of a service user, restraints being the last resort, the benefit of debriefing, safety measures and risk assessments during the training. It was helpful to learn about strategies for de-escalation and maintaining personal safety. The training materials provided were well-organized and comprehensive. The handouts and resources shared will serve as valuable references in the future. However, I am positive some of us will not mind additional materials on the course as I am sure it is quite broad or an online platform where participants can access additional resources would be beneficial for ongoing learning and revision. In conclusion, considering the fact that I am new to the field, the PMVA training was a valuable experience, and I appreciate the effort put into organizing it. Including more real-life scenarios and case studies to illustrate the practical application of the techniques and strategies discussed was indeed helpful and mind opening. Thank you for providing this learning opportunity. We hope to meet you and superwoman Nancy again soon for a refresher. It was a pleasure meeting accomplished professionals. Kind Regards. Aluko Khadijah Oyinlola