The Oliver McGowan Mandatory training – Feedback and Evaluation

Oliver McGowan tier 2 training: Evaluation summary

You can read the Easy Read version of the evaluation summary here.

“A highly valued and impactful learning experience.

The delivery of the Part 2 Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism continues to be extremely well-received across both the 60-minute webinar and the full day face-to-face sessions.

Attendees consistently describe the training as informative, engaging, and highly relevant to their work. A key strength highlighted in both formats is the inclusion of experts with lived experience, who it was noted bring authenticity and a relatable perspective that makes the training relatable and impactful.

Attendees also praised the knowledgeable and enthusiastic facilitators, who create inclusive and supportive learning environments. Many participants noted that the session helped them to reframe their thinking around autism and learning disabilities, and to feel increased confidence in their approach to supporting individuals in their care.

Some attendees suggested improvements, including making the training more concise to avoid repetition, incorporating more interactive elements and adding in visual aids. A small number of participants also found the volume of content in the face-to-face training overwhelming at times.

Overall, the training has been recognised as an essential learning opportunity delivering both practical knowledge and meaningful reflection. Out of 7,909 evaluations completed, a significant 86% (6,793) rated their likelihood to recommend the Part 2 training to a colleague as 8 or higher out of 10.

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