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Moving and Handling People for Care Homes - Level 2 - e-learning Course - ComplyPlus™ LMS - The Mandatory Training Group UK -
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Moving and Handling People for Care Homes - Level 2

Trusted by over 1 million learners, The Mandatory Training Group delivers accredited courses through ComplyPlus™ LMS, our AI-powered, interactive e-learning platform. Designed for compliance and impact, our training supports CQC, Ofsted, HSE and other regulatory standards.

Price:

£19.99 + VAT

Course reviews:

Level:

2

Duration:

3 hours

Method:

Fully online 24/7 via ComplyPlus™ LMS

Platform:

Desktop, Laptop, Mobile, Tablet

Course access expiry:

365 days

Certificate validity:

3 years - CPD-accredited, instant digital certificate on completion

Last updated:

18 July 2026 (V2.6)

Accepted payments:

Course overview

CPD-Accredited | CQC & HSE Aligned | ComplyPlus™ LMS

This Moving and Handling People for Care Homes Level 2 online course provides comprehensive training on safe, effective, and dignified handling practices in care settings. It covers legislation, risk assessment, biomechanics, safer handling principles, and equipment use to reduce injury risks. Designed for care home staff, it supports compliance with UK health and safety requirements, promotes person-centred approaches, maintains dignity and independence and helps ensure safe, high-quality care.

Course content

This Moving and Handling People for Care Homes e-learning course covers:

  • Moving and handling legislation, regulations, and legal responsibilities in care homes
  • Roles and responsibilities for moving and handling in care home environments
  • Human spine anatomy, biomechanics, ergonomics, and injury prevention principles
  • Manual handling techniques, safer handling practices, and risk reduction measures
  • Risk assessment, care planning, and safer systems of work
  • Use of people-moving equipment, including hoists, slings, transfer aids, and safety checks
  • Managing falls, prohibited techniques, resident handling, incident reporting, injury prevention, and safe working practices in care settings.

Who is this course for?

This Moving and Handling People for Care Homes eLearning course is for:

  • Care assistants, support workers, and senior care staff
  • Residential and nursing home staff supporting people with mobility needs
  • Healthcare assistants involved in moving and repositioning residents
  • Agency and temporary staff working in care homes
  • Team leaders and supervisors who are responsible for moving and handling practices. 

Aims

The aims of this Moving and Handling People for Care Homes online course are to:

  • Develop comprehensive knowledge of moving and handling legislation, risk assessment principles, safer handling techniques, and equipment use required to support residents safely within care home environments
  • Promote person-centred moving and handling practices that reduce injury risks, maintain dignity, support independence, and enable staff to deliver safe, effective, and high-quality care in accordance with legal and professional responsibilities.

Learning objectives

This Moving and Handling People for Care Homes e-learning course will:

  • Explain key legislation, regulations, and legal responsibilities relating to moving and handling people
  • Describe the anatomy of the spine, biomechanics, ergonomics, and common causes of injury
  • Outline risk assessment principles, care planning requirements, and safer systems of work
  • Explain person-centred approaches to supporting residents safely and respectfully
  • Demonstrate safe moving, repositioning, and transfer principles used in care homes
  • Describe the correct use of moving and handling equipment, including hoists and slings
  • Explain procedures for managing falls, prohibited techniques, and incident reporting requirements
  • Provide guidance on reducing risks, promoting safety, and maintaining dignity and independence.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this Moving and Handling People for Care Homes eLearning course, you will be able to:

  • Explain legal responsibilities relating to moving and handling people in care homes
  • Identify risk factors that contribute to moving and handling injuries and accidents
  • Apply risk assessment principles to moving and handling activities and care planning
  • Demonstrate understanding of safer moving, repositioning, and transfer techniques
  • Use person-centred approaches that promote dignity, safety, independence, and well-being
  • Recognise the correct use of moving and handling equipment, including hoists and slings
  • Respond appropriately to falls, prohibited techniques, and incident reporting requirements
  • Promote safe working practices that reduce risks, prevent injuries, and support positive care outcomes.

Course assessment

  • Multiple-choice knowledge assessment with a minimum pass mark of 80%
  • Assessment questions mapped directly to course learning outcomes
  • Unlimited assessment retakes included
  • Confirms understanding of moving and handling principles, risk assessment, safer handling techniques, equipment use, and legal responsibilities.

Course certification

  • CPD-accredited digital certificate issued on successful course completion
  • Certificate available for immediate download as a secure PDF
  • Supports evidence of competence in applying safer moving and handling practices within care home environments
  • Certificate authenticity can be verified via the ComplyPlus™ platform.

Refresher requirements

  • This course certificate should be refreshed every 3 years
  • Earlier refresher is advised if legislation, guidance, workplace policy, or risk assessments change.

Course accreditation

  • Externally reviewed and accredited by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certification Service, ensuring high-quality training meeting international standards
  • Informed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER), Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER), Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR), Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance, and Care Quality Commission (CQC) expectations for safe care delivery.

Frequently asked questions

Why is this online moving and handling people course for care homes important?
This online course reduces the risks of injury, improves staff safety, and ensures safe, dignified care in line with legal and regulatory requirements.
What does this e-learning course on moving and handling people for care homes cover?
This e-learning course covers legislation, risk assessment, safe techniques, biomechanics, equipment use and fall management.
How does this eLearning course on moving and handling people for care homes support CQC compliance?
This eLearning course supports safe moving and handling practices aligned with CQC expectations and health and safety requirements.
How do I log on to the eLearning platform?
After purchasing a course, you'll receive an email with your login details and a platform access link to ComplyPlus? LMS (optimised for Google Chrome). Your email address will serve as your fixed username. To avoid access issues, ensure your purchase information is accurate and up to date.
I haven't received my login details. What should I do?
Your login details are emailed automatically right after purchase. Please check your Spam or Junk folder, as some email providers (like Google or Yahoo) may direct them there.
How do I download my certificate(s)?

Once you have successfully completed the end-of-course assessment with a passing score, your certificate will be made available online on ComplyPlus? LMS . It is issued in a quality-assured PDF format and can be downloaded directly from the platform.

Once available, you can:

  • Download the certificate directly to your device
  • Save a digital copy for your records
  • Print a physical copy if needed.

No physical copy will be mailed, as all certificates are issued electronically for convenience and instant access.

Can I request name changes on certificates?

Learners are not allowed to change their names directly in the LMS. This is to ensure that the name reflected on the certificate belongs to the actual individual who completed the course and to prevent the risk of name forgery or transferring certificates to others.

If you need to request a name change, please contact our Support Team by submitting your concern through this form. Kindly include a clear reason for the change and any supporting documentation required for verification.

Do you give discounts for bulk purchases?

Yes, we offer competitive volume discounts for organisations enrolling multiple candidates in any of our online training courses. To view our current volume discount options, click here.

Login steps

  1. If you are a New User, check the email you provided for the login instructions
  2. If they are not in your Inbox, please check your Junk/Spam folder
  3. Follow the instructions provided and proceed to the LMS
  4. If you are an Existing User, proceed to your account
  5. If you cannot remember your account password, click here
  6. If you bought 1 license, you can either assign the course to yourself or another person once you log in
  7. If you bought 2 or more licenses of the same course, a group account will be automatically created so you can add and monitor your learners.

Need Help? Contact our support team via Live Chat for quicker assistance or email info@mandatorytraining.co.uk

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