Engaging, meaningful activities are vital for the wellbeing, independence, and social inclusion of adults in social care settings. This course equips care coordinators, support workers, and activity leads with the knowledge, tools, and creative approaches needed to plan, deliver, and evaluate person-centred activity programmes that enhance quality of life.

Over six practical modules, you will:

Foundations of Activity Coordination

Understand the role of activities in promoting physical, mental, and social wellbeing

Explore principles of person-centred planning, choice, and inclusion

Assessing Needs & Interests

Use structured tools and conversational techniques to identify individual strengths, preferences, and goals

Map abilities, cultural backgrounds, and life stories to activity possibilities

Designing Inclusive Programmes

Develop weekly and monthly activity schedules that balance variety, accessibility, and meaningful engagement

Adapt activities for cognitive, sensory, and mobility needs, using assistive technology and environmental mods

Facilitation & Group Dynamics

Apply effective facilitation techniques: icebreakers, peer leadership, and co-creation with service users

Manage group dynamics, encourage participation, and foster a sense of community

Risk Management & Safeguarding

Conduct activity-specific risk assessments and implement control measures

Ensure consent, dignity, and safety are central—recognising when to adapt or pause activities

Evaluation & Continuous Improvement

Gather feedback through surveys, observation, and reflective discussions

Analyse attendance, engagement levels, and wellbeing outcomes to refine future programmes

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Craft tailored activity plans that reflect each person’s interests and capabilities

Facilitate inclusive, interactive sessions that boost confidence and social connection

Balance creativity with safety through robust risk-assessment processes

Evaluate the impact of activities on health, wellbeing, and quality of life

Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and community partners

Equip yourself to transform everyday moments into opportunities for growth, connection, and joy—ensuring those in your care lead active, fulfilling lives.