Function 4: Training , education and networking Sample Clauses

Function 4: Training , education and networking opportunities The provider will offer a range of short, training courses to support the development of the ‘Active Ageing’ network. (Please note: Some training may be offered free to volunteers or subsidised to exercise/course leaders where there is a significant skills gap but this should not become a prerequisite. The service will be expected to demonstrate value for money at all times) Training will be delivered according to accredited models and dependent on the identified need and gaps in the market for evidence based; appropriate and affordable exercise opportunities for older people. Training will be delivered exclusively to motivated and committed health, social care, exercise professionals or volunteers in Oxfordshire to enhance the scope and reach of the ‘Active Ageing’ network. In return, those professionals or volunteers will be committed to joining the approved network and providing the recommended exercise and wellbeing opportunities to the local population. The provider will also provide support to the approved tutors or leaders through arranging networking events and developing tutor support mechanisms. The programme of training and network opportunities should include (not exclusively) such areas as: Specific training to deliver targeted exercise interventions such as postural stability, leg-strengthening and balance-retraining exercises classes, chair based exercise, stroke or cardiac rehab as required Health Walk Leader Training Use of an appropriate tools i.e. ‘Lets get Moving’ to assess activity levels and provide motivational support Peer mentoring or peer support to develop community ‘Exercise, Health & Wellbeing’ champions Health & social benefits of exercise for older people and those with long term conditions and skills for motivating people Information about common physical and mental health problems and training to support instructors to manage people with Long Term Conditions Information to the general public to increase knowledge and raise awareness about improving physical and mental wellbeing in older age The service provider will be responsible for regular audits (minimum once a year) to ensure that the classes/sessions offered in the network are provided by appropriately trained staff/volunteers and are delivering what is expected and required. 3.1.5