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Explore the latest developments in skills, training and apprenticeships in the care sector, in addition to Busy Bees Education and Training updates.

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Making Makaton magical this Christmas

We've teamed up with Steelworks Santa to explore why Makaton is an important skill for him to have when communicating with children every Christmas.

Posted: 20/12/2022 Read more
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What Every Parent Should Have in Their First Aid Kit

Explore the must-have items in a children’s first aid kit to ensure you’re sufficiently prepared in an emergency. Have you got the basic first aid kit supplies?

Posted: 01/12/2023 Read more
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CPR Basics: How to Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

CPR is a life-saving technique that can mean the difference between life and death in an emergency.

Posted: 08/12/2023 Read more
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Exploring e-Learning, Face-to-Face, Blended and Live sessions for First Aid

These days, choosing the way you want to have a course delivered can seem as much of a decision as which subject you want to study!

Posted: 11/04/2023 Read more
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Supporting SEND Through Training

When it comes to supporting a child’s learning and development, the first thing we learn as educators is that each child is unique and will learn and develop at different rates and in different ways.

Posted: 21/03/2023 Read more
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Supporting Babies in the Early Years

Supporting Babies in their Early Years is both magical and rewarding. Find out how as practitioners we can do our best to makes these crucial years as special as possible.

Posted: 24/01/2023 Read more
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Early Years Training Bundle: Benefits of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Our early years training bundle has been designed to support staff in gaining the necessary knowledge and skills so that your setting can provide outstanding care.

Posted: 12/10/2022 Read more
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Nursery Rhyme Week - Makaton Videos

Nursery Rhymes are a fantastic way to encourage children to develop their communication, language and social skills, and they’re great fun too.

Posted: 10/11/2022 Read more
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Is first aid training a legal requirement for employers?

Every employer in the UK is legally obliged to plan for the provision of first aid in the workplace. Find out more about whether you need to offer first aid training as part of that.

Posted: 12/10/2022 Read more
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Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace: 3 Key Benefits

Our expert training team have outlined three key benefits of attending a mental health awareness course and supporting mental health in the workplace.

Posted: 02/11/2022 Read more
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Animal First Aid: 3 Reasons Why You Should Complete a Training Course

If your pet is injured, they will be counting on you for life-saving help. Here’s three crucial reasons why you should consider completing a pet first aid course as an animal owner.

Posted: 18/10/2022 Read more
Why is a workplace first aid course important for your organisation?

Why is a workplace first aid course important for your organisation?

Our first aid at work course will give you the skills to carry out first aid in the workplace. Find out more on why it's important for your organisation.

Posted: 12/10/2022 Read more