The Me first  Fundamentals is the theoretical Foundation Level introductory course for communicating with children and young people (CYP) of all ages and abilities.

With ten years experience in training professionals, Me first presents the fundamental principles of children and young people-centred communication in a two-hour online module. This module is designed to support people working in health and social care to build on their existing knowledge and applied skills in communication, no matter what their level of experience.

These Fundamentals go beyond basic communication skills. We focus on complex and interesting topics and encourage self-reflection that supports each individual to work on their own skills in every-day practice.

What will it cover?

The Me First Fundamentals will explore the key principles which incorporate:

• Child and young person’s developmental abilities
• Involvement and shared decision making
• Power and influence
• Working with difference
• Capacity
• Consent

We achieve this through a mixture of theory and discussion-based activities. Taught by experienced practicing professional and young trainers, who bring the young people’s voice throughout the course.

Who is it for?

This course is suitable for all clinical and non clinical health and social care professionals, working with children and young people in both paediatric and adult services. This includes those working with complex physical disabilities, mental health issues and learning disabilities, and is applicable to both newly qualified, those new to working with children and young people and very experienced practitioners.  It would also be of interest to those working in education or for parents/carers. 

 

We also offer shorter bespoke Me first Fundamentals courses and workshops – please get in touch to find out more

Upcoming training dates 

Me first has condensed the fundamental principles of children and young people-centred communication into our Advanced Communication in Child and Young Person-Centred Care Course.

 

***16/06/2025 ALERT: Our Course bookings system for Non-GOSH staff is under review by our digital team and is therefore in a system downtime. Please contact us via email [email protected] if you wish to book onto the waiting list whilst our team complete the necessary system updates. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.***

 

Course	Date	Time	Cost	BOOK
Me first Advanced Communication in Person Centred Care (previously known as Masterclass)	Monday 14th July 2025	09:30-14:30	£75.00	BOOK	BOOK GOSH STAFF -Free
	Friday 5th September 2025	09:30-14:30	£75.00	BOOK	BOOK GOSH STAFF -Free
	Monday 3rd November 2025	09:30-14:30	£75.00	BOOK	BOOK GOSH STAFF -Free

 

Cancellation and Refunds (applies to non-GOSH staff)

(Full details of our Cancellation and Refund Policy can be found when booking courses via Participant)

Deferrals of courses possible if requested within 14 days of start of course

10% administration fee incurred for all cancellations

Refunds only possible if cancelled within 14 days of booking course