The Me first  Fundamentals is the theoretical foundation 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. It 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 foundation level module 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 offer bespoke Me first Fundamentals courses and workshops of various lengths (60 mins – 120 mins) – please get in touch to find out more

If you’re interested in becoming a Me First Trainer we offer a ‘Train the Trainer’ programme.

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.

Course	Date	Time	Cost	BOOK
Me first Advanced Communication in Person Centred Care	Monday 11th May 2026	09:30-14:30	£75.00	BOOK	BOOK GOSH STAFF -Free
	Monday 13th July 2026	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