Happy birthday to us! This month marks FuturU’s second year – and what better way to celebrate than by expanding our course library with not one but two new additions?
We’re thrilled to kick off our birthday month by introducing our Sickle Cell Disease Awareness and Trauma Informed Care courses – both designed to help you develop the specialised skills and confidence needed to provide truly person-centred care.
Join us in celebrating our second birthday by exploring these new learning opportunities. It’s our gift to you.
Let’s dive into what makes these courses so special.
Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
Sickle Cell Disease affects thousands of people, yet for many health and social care professionals, the condition isn’t covered in mandatory training. And more often than not, the training that is provided focuses solely on the clinical aspects of Sickle Cell Disease, and not the real-life impact on the people living with it.
That’s why we’ve developed this course – to fill the gap, and provide learners with both the clinical understanding and human-centred skills to deliver exceptional care.
What you’ll learn
The knowledge gained from this course can make a difference in recognising symptoms, providing appropriate support, challenging misconceptions and championing access to treatment.
Here’s what you’ll cover in just 30 minutes:
- Get to grips with the genetic causes of Sickle Cell Disease, its symptoms and complications
- Understand the prevalence and inheritance of Sickle Cell Disease, and who is most affected
- Explore pain management strategies and treatments
- Discover the latest breakthroughs in treatment, like gene therapy and CRISPR gene editing.
As with all our courses, our Sickle Cell Disease Awareness course features real-life stories, interactive elements and knowledge checks to bring training to life and aid knowledge retention.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for anyone working in health and social care. Whether you’re supporting individuals living with Sickle Cell Disease right now, or simply want to better understand the condition, this course is for you.
While Sickle Cell Disease might not be something you encounter every day in your work, having this specialised knowledge can help set you apart as a care professional committed to inclusive care.
What makes FuturU’s course different?
While most available resources focus heavily on clinical aspects of Sickle Cell Disease, our course takes a human-centred approach.
You’ll meet real people like Jordan, whose story will help you truly understand the social, emotional and physical challenges of living with Sickle Cell Disease.
This isn’t just another technical medical course – it’s an opportunity to develop genuine empathy and understanding.
Learn at your own pace
We understand how busy health and social care professionals are – that’s why we design all our courses to work around you!
Our Sickle Cell Disease Awareness course can be accessed anytime and anywhere, on desktop, mobile or tablet. Training is nonlinear, meaning you can jump to the sections most relevant to you.
This course, plus over 100 more, can be accessed now for free on the FuturU platform – why not start learning today?
Trauma Informed Care
At the core of good care lies understanding – not just of conditions and symptoms, but of people’s lived experiences, too. Our new Trauma Informed Care course recognises that many individuals receiving care bring with them experiences of trauma that can significantly impact their wellbeing, as well as their response to the care they receive.
By integrating trauma awareness with person-centred care, this comprehensive course provides health and social care professionals with essential skills that can help them create truly supportive care environments for everyone.
Who is this course for?
Trauma affects each and every one of us, in one way or another, so our Trauma Informed Care course is designed for all health and social care professionals. Whether you’re:
- A care worker in a residential setting
- A healthcare professional in a clinical environment
- A support worker in the community
- Anyone providing care to those who may have experienced trauma.
This course will enhance your ability to provide compassionate care that acknowledges the impact of trauma.
What makes FuturU’s course different?
What sets our Trauma Informed Care course apart is its deeply human approach. Created by subject matter experts with real world experience, this course offers:
- A personal guide who will walk you through the course
- Real stories and experiences to bring concepts to life
- A unique focus on intersectionality, recognising how trauma experiences differ based on factors like age, ethnicity, gender identity, and social background
- Practical approaches to providing trauma-informed care while looking after your own wellbeing.
As with all FuturU’s training, this course has been designed to be engaging and aid knowledge retention, with interactive elements, knowledge checks, real-world examples and a mix of video and text to suit different learning styles.
The learning doesn’t stop there
Alongside our new Trauma Informed Care course, we also recommend exploring:
Person-centred Care Planning & Record Keeping
Build the foundation of quality care by learning how to develop care plans that truly reflect individual needs, preferences, and goals. This course helps you create meaningful documentation that supports personalised care journeys while meeting professional standards.
Behaviours of Concern
Develop confidence in responding to challenging situations with empathy and skill. This course equips you with practical de-escalation techniques and prevention strategies, helping you support individuals where restraint is inappropriate.
Freedom to Speak Up
Create safer care environments by fostering a culture where concerns can be voiced and addressed. This course empowers you to overcome barriers to speaking up, promoting an atmosphere of openness that benefits everyone.
Restrictive Practices in Care
This course examines the ethical and legal considerations surrounding restraint, seclusion, and segregation while providing practical alternatives that maintain dignity and respect.
Unlock the power of trauma informed care
Our course tagline says it all: ‘Unlock the power of trauma informed care, and learn how to care with empathy and understanding.’
By better informing ourselves about trauma without judgement, we can provide more empathetic care.
Ready to start learning?
