Statutory & Mandatory Training: Making Sense of the Essentials for Adult Social Care Providers

In this episode of ComplyPlus™ Presents, Lewis Normoyle and Dr Richard Dune take a deep dive into mandatory and statutory training for adult social care providers. Building on their previous discussion around healthcare, they explore the difference between statutory and mandatory training, unpack how these requirements align with CQC regulations and the new Single Assessment Framework, and share practical strategies for evidencing compliance in a sector moving towards smart regulation. From creating an effective training needs analysis to ensuring competency beyond certificates, the conversation explores how training directly links to outcomes, safety, and quality ratings, and why tick-box compliance is no longer enough. They also discuss role-specific training, induction, refresher requirements, and the importance of embedding learning into appraisals and supervision. This episode provides practical guidance for managers, business owners, and care leaders who aim to transform training into a tool for continuous improvement and enhanced standards of care.