Support planning is a core part of frontline work.  New for 2026, this one-day course focuses on applying strengths-based practice and psychologically informed principles to the key elements of casework, including assessment, planning, review and recording.

The course will help staff build confidence and clarity in conducting purposeful assessment conversations, identifying priorities and goals, and translating information into clear, achievable plans that guide person-centred practice.

The course does not revisit strengths-based theory in depth. Instead, it focuses on how effective planning operates in day-to-day work, with particular attention to strengths-based communication that engages clients and promotes positive change.

This course will support you to:

• understand the purpose of assessment and planning in shaping clear, realistic next steps
• increase confidence in conducting assessment conversations in a strengths-based and psychologically informed way
• identify strengths, needs, risks and priorities through effective questioning and discussion
• translate assessment information into clear, realistic, person-centred goals
• write strengths-based goals and outcomes that are meaningful and measurable
• review and update plans in a way that reflects progress, learning and change
• reflect on current practice and identify improvements to take back to your role

Who should attend?

This course is suitable for support workers, keyworkers and managers working with adults or young people, where assessment, planning and review form part of the role.

Level: 

Intermediate

This course assumes participants already have a basic understanding of strengths-based approaches and psychologically informed environments. It focuses on strengthening practical skills in assessment, planning, goal setting and review rather than introducing strengths-based theory for the first time.

Duration: 

This one-day course will be delivered on 4 November 2026.  Please note, this online course will not be recorded.

The trainer was brilliant, engaging, funny and knew her subject. I loved every minute.

In-house

This course is also available in-house, and prices start from £880 for up to 16 people.  This can be a cost-effective way of training staff and can be tailored to best meet the needs of your organisation.

For more information see In-house Training

Please contact the Learning & Development Team for further assistance at [email protected] or telephone  01273 645420