PMVA Courses
PMVA Initial Course
What Our Training Includes:
Our accredited courses combine essential theory with practical, scenario‑based skills to prepare staff for real‑world situations. We combine theory with practical learning which includes:
Core Theory
- Understanding the law, reasonable force, and professional responsibilities
- Health considerations, medical risks, and safer ways of working
- Communication, de‑escalation, and recognising early signs of escalation
- Risk assessment, situational awareness, and safer decision‑making
- Person‑centered care, dignity, and ethical practice
Practical Skills
- Safe disengagement from common holds and grabs
- Teamwork, positioning, and safe approaches
- Guided practice in safe holds and physical interventions
- De-escalation techniques in chairs and PODs
- Techniques for safe administration of intravenous medication
- Controlled descents, transitions, and safer floor management
- Safe use of seclusion options
- Scenario‑based drills to build confidence and competence
This gives learners a complete understanding of why situations escalate, how to respond safely, and what to do to protect themselves and others.
Duration: 4 Days
Price: £245 (Discounts available for group bookings)
Group size: Maximum 12 learners
PMVA Update Course
What Our Training Includes:
A focused refresher designed to enhance confidence, update knowledge, and maintain safe, competence practice. We combine theory with practical learning which includes:
Core Theory
- Updated law, reasonable force, and professional responsibilities
- Health considerations, medical risks, and safer ways of working
- Communication, de‑escalation, and recognising early signs of escalation
- Risk assessment, situational awareness, and safer decision‑making
- Person‑centered care, dignity, and ethical practice
Practical Skills
- Safe disengagement from common holds and grabs
- Teamwork, positioning, and safe approaches
- Guided practice in safe holds and physical interventions
- De-escalation techniques in chairs and PODs
- Techniques for safe administration of intravenous medication
- Controlled descents, transitions, and safer floor management
- Safe use of seclusion options
- Scenario‑based drills to build confidence and competence
This refresher strengthens existing skills, updates essential knowledge, and ensures staff remain safe, confident and compliant.
Duration: 2 Days
Price: £125 (Discounts available for group bookings)
Group size: Maximum 12 learners