Course Outline
Introduction to Person-Centred Planning
• Understanding person-centred care principles
• Individual rights, dignity, and autonomy
• Moving from service-led to person-led approaches
• Importance of inclusion and participation
Principles of Person-Centred Services
• Respecting individual preferences and choices
• Supporting independence and self-determination
• Building collaborative relationships
• Promoting equality and inclusion
• Understanding capacity and supported decision-making
Communication and Engagement
• Effective communication approaches
• Active listening skills
• Understanding individual communication needs
• Involving families, advocates, and support networks
• Building trust and positive relationships
Developing Person-Centred Plans
• Goal setting and outcome-focused planning
• Identifying strengths, interests, and aspirations
• Risk assessment within person-centred approaches
• Reviewing and updating support plans
• Documentation and record keeping considerations
Community Integration and Social Inclusion
• Supporting participation within communities
• Encouraging social engagement and independence
• Identifying barriers to inclusion
• Supporting meaningful activities and relationships
• Promoting access to education, employment, and recreation opportunities
Rights, Safeguarding, and Professional Responsibilities
• Duty of care and safeguarding considerations
• Balancing safety and independence
• Maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Understanding organisational responsibilities
Supporting Positive Service Cultures
• Reflective practice and continuous improvement
• Promoting dignity and respect within teams
• Encouraging collaborative working environments
• Supporting consistent person-centred approaches across services
Who the Course Is For
This course is suitable for professionals involved in health, social care, disability, residential, and community support services, including:
• Healthcare Assistants
• Social Care Workers
• Support Workers
• Residential Care Staff
• Disability Service Personnel
• Community Support Teams
• Nurses and Clinical Support Staff
• Service Coordinators
• Team Leaders and Supervisors
• Managers within care and support services
• HR and Quality Personnel within healthcare settings
No prior person-centred planning training is required.
Why This Training Is Important
Individual Wellbeing
Person-centred approaches help ensure individuals are supported with dignity, respect, and meaningful involvement in decisions affecting their lives.
Service Quality
Effective person-centred planning improves consistency, communication, and quality of care across organisations.
Community Inclusion
Supporting community integration promotes independence, participation, and social inclusion for service users.
Compliance
Training supports organisational responsibilities under Irish health, safeguarding, and human rights frameworks.
Course Objectives
Participants will:
• Understand the principles of person-centred planning
• Promote dignity, independence, and individual choice
• Develop person-centred support approaches
• Recognise barriers to community inclusion
• Support collaborative care and communication practices
• Understand safeguarding and professional responsibilities
• Contribute to positive and inclusive service environments
Course Format & Delivery
Instructor-led training
• Interactive discussion and workplace scenario analysis
• Case-study based learning
• Group participation and reflective exercises
Delivered:
• Onsite at client premises, or
The course focuses on practical understanding, professional reflection, and real workplace application.
Irish Legislation Supported
This training supports organisational responsibilities under:
• Health Act 2007
• Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards
• Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015
• Disability Act 2005
• Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
Irish service providers are expected to:
• Promote person-centred service delivery
• Respect individual rights and preferences
• Support participation and inclusion
• Maintain safeguarding and quality standards
• Ensure staff are appropriately trained and supported
Why Choose Samson Training
Samson Training delivers professional training focused on practical service quality, safeguarding awareness, and person-centred care principles.
Our approach emphasises:
• Respectful and inclusive service delivery
• Practical workplace application
• Realistic care and support scenarios
• Consistent professional instruction
• Collaborative learning and reflection
We position person-centred planning as part of a broader organisational culture focused on dignity, inclusion, and quality support services.
FAQ's
What is person-centred planning?
Person-centred planning is an approach that places the individual at the centre of decision-making regarding their care, support, goals, and daily life.
Who should attend this training?
The course is suitable for professionals working within healthcare, disability, residential, and community support services.
Does the course cover community integration?
Yes. The training includes strategies for supporting inclusion, participation, independence, and engagement within communities.
Is this course suitable for disability services?
Yes. The course is highly relevant for disability services, residential settings, supported living environments, and community support programmes.
Does the training include safeguarding considerations?
Yes. The course addresses safeguarding responsibilities, professional boundaries, and balancing safety with individual independence.
