Our popular commissioning course equips commissioners in health and social care with the skills to implement the national agenda and develop best practices. Combining theoretical learning with practical examples, it covers the entire commissioning process to help you deliver quality, value-for-money services.
Through virtual group sessions and independent learning activities, you will explore essential topics such as the national commissioning agenda, the IPC framework, promoting equality and inclusion, collaborative commissioning, needs analysis, and systems mapping. Additionally, you’ll gain practical skills in market shaping, outcome-based commissioning, personalised services, and effective purchasing and contracting.
The course is offered as eight half-day online sessions or four full-day face-to-face sessions, both priced at £850 per person. Both formats include the same high-quality group learning experience from the same tutors. This postgraduate level short course is aimed at people with some working knowledge and experience of commissioning.
For those seeking formal recognition, the course offers an optional accreditation award from Oxford Brookes University, worth 20 CATS credits at the postgraduate level. To achieve this, participants must attend additional support sessions and complete a work-based assessment. This accreditation, available for an extra fee of £540 per person, contributes significantly to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and enhances career prospects in the public care sector.
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Our commissioning course combines theory with up-to-date practical examples, ensuring you stay ahead in the ever-evolving field of public care commissioning. Learn the latest best practices and how to apply them in real-world scenarios.
With over 20 years of history, this is the UK’s longest-running and most popular commissioning course. Join a network of successful alumni who have enhanced their careers and contributed significantly to the public care sector.
Our course content is compliant with current legislation and informed by extensive consultancy and research. Gain knowledge that is directly applicable to your role, making you a more effective and informed commissioner.
Join the IPC Commissioning Alumni Network to grow your professional network and connect with fellow alumni from across the UK. This platform provides opportunities for knowledge sharing, professional development, and collaboration among those dedicated to improving public care services.
For more information about our commissioning course, get in touch with our team today. We’re here to answer any questions and help you start your journey toward becoming a skilled public care commissioner.
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