A&A Training adheres to the UK Core Skills Training Framework standards for mandatory training
Mandatory training topics include:
- Equality, Diversity & Human Rights
- Health, Safety & Welfare
- Conflict Resolution (England, Scotland and Northern Ireland)
- Fire Safety
- Infection Control Levels 1 & 2
- Moving and Handling Level 1 & 2
- Safeguarding Adults Levels 1 & 2
- Safeguarding Children Levels 1, 2 & 3
- Level 2 Resuscitation - Basic Life Support with AED
- Information Governance
Mandatory training for specific roles
Administration of medication in Schools (NR27160)
This e-learning provides staff with essential information and training on the administration of medication to students. It is mandatory training for staff who are required to administer medication to students.
Enrolment and delivery: Enrol in MyPL (2 hours)
Required: On commencement. Mandatory for staff prior to administrating prescribed medication to students.
Timing: Every 3 years
Anti-Racism Contact Officer (ARCO) blended online training course (NR00129)
All schools are required to have a trained Anti-Racism Contact Officer (ARCO). Nominated ARCOs must complete this mandatory 10 hour blended online course over a 6 week period.
Enrolment and delivery: Enrol in MyPL (10 hours)
Required: On nomination
Timing: Refresher training every 4 years.
Chemical Safety in Schools (CSIS)
Mandatory training is dependent on the role and contact with chemicals. It is required for employees who:
use, handle, generate or store hazardous chemicals
operate, test, maintain, repair or decommission a storage or handling system for a hazardous chemical, and/or
are likely to be exposed to a hazardous chemical
Enrolment and delivery: Self-paced or face-to-face options are available via the Chemical Safety in Schools Package website.
Required: On commencement
Timing: As required
Cyber Security NSW Essentials Plus training (NT01649)
This e-learning has been designed for staff with privileged access to systems, including School ICT Coordinators and Technology Support Officers. It should be completed in addition to the Cyber Security NSW Essentials training for all staff.
Enrolment and delivery: Enrol in MyPL (20 mins)
Required: On commencement
Timing: Annually