Overview: This is a free one-hour online session for NQSWs focusing on reasoned decision making. The session will explore expectations within the KSS and CF, and what is required for the 9–12 month reflection task in the final CRL.

Attendees: Suitable for anyone more than 6 months through their ASYE.

Booking: Contact Nigel on: nigel.kelleher@edgehill.ac.uk

14th Jul 2026 | 10:00 – 16:00 | Location TBC
27th Jan 2027 | 10:00 – 16:00 | Location TBC

Overview: These are bi-annual events that the CMSWTP host. All ASYE coordinators are invited from partner LA and Trusts across the Cheshire and Merseyside region.
These events are an opportunity for coordinators to come together, share practice, identify issues/concerns that they can overcome together, support each other, and receive any training and development identified to flourish in this demanding role.

Attendees: For ASYE Coordinators

These sessions are to provide support and training for all ASYE Assessors. These one hour online Peer Support lunch and learn sessions are part of the CMSWTP training offer to ASYE Assessors. Please register for as many as you wish. Our approach to ASYE Assessor Training includes YouTube slides and audio sessions, plus animations for self-directed learning, along with these Peer Support lunch and learn sessions. Please liaise with your ASYE Coordinator for more information.

Self directed study: 
- Skills for Care site for general reference to familiarise with ASYE 
- Skills for Care introductory videos 
- CMSWTP YouTube | Critical reflection and analysis for ASYE 
- CMSWTP YouTube | Inter-professional Practice 
- CMSWTP YouTube | NQSW journey through ASYE 
- CMSWTP YouTube | ASYE Assessor roles

8th Oct 2026 | 10:00 – 16:00 | TBC
25th Feb 2027 | 10:00 – 12:30 | Online

External speakers and representatives from across the CMSWTP.

 9th July 2026 | 11:00 – 12:00 | Online

Attendees:
✔ Social Workers interested in becoming Practice Educators
✔ Experienced Social Workers with at least 2 years post-qualifying experience
✔ Line Managers who want to understand the commitment and benefits of supporting staff through PEPS
✔ Teams interested in strengthening learning cultures and student placements

9th July 2026 | 14:00 – 15:00 | Online
15th October 2026 | 14:00 – 15:00 | Online
25th March 2027 | 14:00 – 15:00 | Online
15th July 2027 | 14:00 – 15:00 | Online

Overview: PE Mentor Drop-In Sessions are scheduled ahead of panel dates to support PE mentors whose student is submitting at the next panel. The session provides an opportunity for mentors to ask questions and gain clarity when reviewing and signing off portfolios, helping ensure everything is complete and ready for submission.

Attendees: PE mentors supporting a student due to submit their portfolio at the upcoming panel date.

Overview: The PEPS Panel conducts the final assessment and sign-off of trainee portfolios, confirming whether submissions meet the required standards. These sessions are held online, making them easy to join from anywhere. The number of panel members available on each date directly determines review capacity, so greater panel attendance allows more portfolios to be assessed.

The number of panel members available on each date directly determines how many portfolios can be reviewed, so more panel members means more portfolios can be assessed.

Attendees: All PE mentors should attend at least one panel session. This is a great opportunity to see the process in action and stay up to date with portfolio standards.

Booking: Sign up via the PE Mentor Hub on Teams using the registration spreadsheet provided

This workshop equips new or aspiring PE Mentors with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to support trainee Practice Educators, including in complex situations. Participants will gain valuable peer connections and receive a certificate confirming completion of CPD and qualification as a PE Mentor.

Confirmation will be required that the participant PE has:

• Qualified at Stage 2
• Have had experience of supporting at least 5 students/learners, colleagues and/or newly qualified Social Workers, this includes the students/learners from your PEPS training
• Sufficient experience and capability to support less experienced practice educators in complex decision-making

Cohort 3 | 22nd Oct, 2026  | 9.30am-12.30pm | Online
Cohort 4 | 28th January, 2027  | 9.30am-12.30pm | Online

PE Mentor Refresher Training:

This training is to provide an opportunity for:

• Qualified PEs to review current expectations and review their role and responsibilities, ensuring they maintain their currency as a qualified PE
• Those in training who may yet not have completed and need to be re-energsied or re-motivated to continue as a PE
• PEs who are qualified and wish to be updated and refreshed

Cohort 7 | 17th Sept 2026 | 09:30-16:30 | Online
Cohort 8 | 3rd Dec 2026 | 09:30-16:30 | Online
Cohort 9 | 11th Feb 2027 | 09:30-16:30 | Online

23rd June 2026 | 10:00 – 16:00 | EHU Faculty of Health, H020
4th March 2027 | 10:00 – 16:00 | Location TBC

Overview:
This is an opportunity for CMSWTP Placement Coordinators in partner organisations to come together and reflect on current activity, share practice, identify what we can do together and also engage in CPD.

Attendees:
All CMSWTP Placement Coordinators from both Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and Local Authorities/Trusts.

Overview: This is to provide training, support and development for all Social Workers currently undertaking the role of a Practice Educator or in training to be a Practice Educator. These forum will provide training workshops, opportunities to network with other PEs and will continue to develop and enhance your knowledge, skills and understanding to support a student effectively and offer quality learning opportunities. You will receive a certificate to acknowledge you have completed and engaged with continuing professional development in your role as a PE.

4th Jun 2026 | 10:00 – 16:00 |  LJMU Student Life Building | Refreshments only
19th Nov 2026 | 10:00 – 16:00 | Chester Town Hall | Refreshments only

29th April 2026 | 12:30 14:00 | Online | Shifting the dial on relational, collaborative working
6th May 2026 | 12:30 – 14:00 | online | Shifting the dial on learning and adapting
13th May 2026 | 12:30 – 14:00 | Online | Shifting the dial on impact and measurement

Overview:
This is a three-part online series focused on helping people work more effectively across institutions to improve services. The sessions explore how to build stronger collaboration, create a culture of shared learning (instead of blame), and develop better ways of measuring impact that support improvement rather than just compliance. Each session combines real-world examples with space for participants to share their own challenges and ideas.

Who it’s for:
✔️ Social Workers of all levels

Overview: A practical, focused programme designed to strengthen leadership capability across social work and social care settings. Build confidence in managing people, navigating complex challenges, and delivering high-quality, person-centred services. Ideal for current and aspiring managers looking to lead with clarity, resilience, and impact.

Who it’s for:
✔️ Managers or aspiring managers in both Social Work and Social Care

Cohort 8 | Venue: Council chambers at Runcorn Town Hall
3rd June 2026
4th June 2026
1st July 2026
22nd September
17th November 2026
3rd December 2026

Cohort 9 | Venue: Sefton Corporate Learning Centre, Sandringham Rd, Ainsdale, Southport PR8 2PJ. Free parking.
16th September 2026
17th September 2026
3rd November 2026
13th January 2027
10th February 2027
9th March 2027

Cohort 10 | Venue: Cheshire West and Chester Council  Room G1, 58 Nicholas Street, Chester,CH1 2NP
10th November 2026
11th November 2026
19th January 2027
10th March 2027
14th April 2027
18th May 2027

9th June 2026 | 10:00 12:30 | Online

Overview:
A practical, evidence-based training programme that equips social workers with the skills and confidence to promote physical activity in everyday practice—supporting wellbeing, independence, and better outcomes.

Who it’s for:
✔️ Social Workers of all levels

Overview:
Sharpen your communication skills with Effective Writing in Professional Social Work Practice, a free online course from The Open University. This short, practical programme explores the crucial role writing plays in social work — from case notes and assessments to clear, ethical documentation that centres the people you support. You’ll deepen your understanding of professional language, learn how to describe and analyse effectively, and gain confidence in expressing key decisions with impact.

Who it’s for:
✔️ Social work students building foundational skills
✔️ Qualified social workers wanting to improve professional writing
✔️ Practitioners seeking clearer, more person-centred documentation

Whether you’re new to the field or looking to refine your practice, this course offers research-based insights and practical tools to help you write with clarity and purpose in a professional context.

11th May 2026 | 12:00-13:00 | Online | Sexually Transmitted Infections: What You Need to Know
23rd July 2026 | 12:00-13:00 | Online | Pornography: Fake v Reality

The following online sexual health sessions
aim to increase confidence, knowledge and
skills to help initiate conversations, raise
awareness, recognise potential risks and
promote positive health and informed
decision making.

Available online through the Terence Higgins Trust

This online CPD aims to enable SWs in Children’s and Families to find out more about why Children from Black minorities remain disproportionately involved in our child protection system, why this disproportionality persists and how you can intervene with families from minority communities in more equitable ways. Just click on the link to access the training.