PMVA Training (Preventing and Managing Violence and Aggression)
- PMVA training helps you protect yourself and others by safely managing aggressive or violent behaviour.
- It also enables you to provide more effective, compassionate care in high-risk or challenging situations.
Course Content
What will you learn?
Understanding Violence and Triggers
Learn to identify early warning signs, triggers, and causes of aggressive behaviour to prevent escalation.
De-Escalation Techniques
Develop effective verbal and non-verbal communication strategies to calm challenging situations safely and respectfully.
Personal Safety and Physical Intervention
Gain skills in dynamic risk assessment, maintaining personal safety, and using safe, legal restraint methods when necessary.
Post-Incident Support and Reflection
Understand how to document incidents, provide emotional support, and conduct debriefings to build resilience and improve future responses.
What are the benefits?
Increased Staff Confidence
Team members feel more prepared and empowered to handle challenging situations calmly and professionally.
Legal and Ethical Compliance
Ensures staff respond appropriately to aggression while meeting all relevant legal and professional standards.
Fewer Voilent Incidents
Reduces the frequency and severity of aggression, leading to fewer injuries, absences, and associated costs.
Improved Patient Care
A safer, more controlled environment helps patients feel secure and supports higher-quality care.Toggle Content
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
Learners will gain a clear understanding of the key principles, legislation, and best practices from the course.
Skills and Application
Learners will be able to apply their knowledge confidently and appropriately within their workplace, promoting safe, effective, and person-centred practice.
Accreditation and Compliance
All learners will receive a Certificate of Completion, with all courses designed to meet or exceed CQC and OFSTED training requirements.
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