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Is Your First Aid Certificate Still Valid? How to Check and What to Do Next

Expired first aid certificates can create compliance gaps and leave workplaces exposed. Learn what counts as valid training, how to audit your records, and what to do if certificates have lapsed.

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The Care Certificate in Practice: Summary of Blog Series

Written by Stephanie Austin — Owner & Lead Trainer, Prima Cura TrainingLast reviewed: July 2026 | Next review: July…

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Care Certificate Standard 16: Awareness of Learning Disability and Autism

Written by Stephanie Austin — Owner & Lead Trainer, Prima Cura TrainingLast reviewed: July 2026 | Next review: July…

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Most People Don’t Know You Can Text 999 in the UK. Here’s Everything You Need to Know.

Most people in the UK have no idea you can text 999 in an emergency. This guide explains how the emergency SMS service works, who should register, how to sign up, and what information to include in an emergency text.

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Care Certificate Standard 15: Infection Prevention and Control

Written by Stephanie Austin — Owner & Lead Trainer, Prima Cura TrainingLast reviewed: June 2026 | Next review: June…

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The DoLS Acid Test Is Gone. Here’s What That Actually Means for Your Practice.

The DoLS acid test is gone, but DoLS has not disappeared. This blog explains what the 2026 Supreme Court ruling means for care providers, how deprivation of liberty is now assessed, and why mental capacity, valid consent, and clear documentation matter more than ever.

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The Road Doesn’t Care How Hot You Are

Hot weather makes riding in a t-shirt tempting, but road rash can cause serious injury in seconds. This blog explains what happens when skin meets tarmac, why summer motorcycle gear matters, and how first aid training helps people respond properly after road trauma.

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The Freshies 2026: Finalist, Not Winner, and Completely Fine With That

Written by Stephanie Austin – Owner and Lead Trainer, Prima Cura Training | Last reviewed: June 2026 | Next…

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Care Certificate Standard 14: Handling Information

Written by Stephanie Austin — Owner & Lead Trainer, Prima Cura TrainingLast reviewed: June 2026 | Next review: June…

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