Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used for the first time in the UK to help diagnose dementia faster and more accurately. This could transform how patients are assessed and supported. The study combines advanced blood biomarker testing with AI analysis. It represents a major step forward in the early detection of Alzheimer’s and other...
A major scientific breakthrough has given new hope to people affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers in Spain and China have successfully reversed Alzheimer’s symptoms in mice by helping the brain’s protective barrier work properly again. The treatment uses nanoparticles to “remind” the blood-brain barrier (a protective layer around the brain) how to clear harmful...
In a previous blog post, we discussed urgent warnings from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) about botulism cases linked to unlicensed aesthetic products. Since then, the situation has intensified. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has launched a national crackdown on the illegal trade in unlicensed botulinum toxin products, as the...
This blog includes: Why neighbourhood health services are being introduced What this means for care providers How accreditation can help The new 10-year plan for the NHS aims to “bring care closer to home” through neighbourhood health services. The first wave of these services was launched in September 2025. Why neighbourhood health services? By...
Summary: This blog covers: What is the LeDeR report? Key statistics from LeDeR 2023 The importance of care staff training What is the LeDeR report? The LeDeR is an annual check on how the UK health and social care sector treats people with learning disabilities and autistic people. It investigates deaths in order to identify...
Contents This blog includes: National statistics on suicide The impact of suicide on communities The importance of open conversations and how to have them Resources available in the UK FAQ World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) takes place annually on 10th September. This year’s theme is Changing the Narrative on Suicide. The campaign’s goal is...
Summary The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has raised urgent warnings about botulism linked to unlicensed aesthetic products. Meanwhile, the British Beauty Council has lobbied for new government regulation in the aesthetics sector. This blog explains what these developments mean for practitioners, and why accreditation matters now more than ever. We’ll cover: The latest...
The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly increasing in adult social care. From fall detection and pain assessment through facial recognition, to monitoring of vital signs and predictive health alerts, AI-enabled tools are helping care staff provide better support for service users. Alongside these specialist tools, care staff are using generative AI in...
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) recently introduced its Single Assessment Framework. The new framework simplifies and standardises inspections across health and social care. It focuses on outcomes, continuous improvement, and user experiences. Key Changes to Ratings The Key Lines of Enquiry (KLOEs) are still important. The CQC looks for Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive...
Advantage Accreditation supports training providers and organisations with high-quality, ready-to-use materials for compliance-based courses. Our new Level 2 Award in Evacuation Sheet Training materials are now available to accredited centres. About the Course The Level 2 Award in Evacuation Sheet Training equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills to use evacuation sheets safely...
At first, the process of getting a course accredited can feel daunting. From searching for accreditation costs to understanding what documents to submit, it’s easy to get lost. Advantage Accreditation keeps things simple with a clear four-step process. We offer accreditation for training providers for both online and in-person courses. All approved courses receive...
The team at Advantage Accreditation have developed new ready-to-use course materials for the Level 2 Award in Tracheostomy Care Awareness. These training materials are available to our accredited training centres. The course is intended for health and social care staff who work with individuals with a tracheostomy. This is an awareness-level course and not...
Each July, we celebrate Good Care Month in the UK. This is a time to spotlight the dedication and impact of carers, both paid and unpaid. Good care starts with good training. We support dozens of care organisations across the UK in raising training standards, boosting confidence among care teams, and ensuring the best...
Advantage Accreditation exists to ensure learners receive high-quality training with the most recent guidance. We support our accredited training centres with ready-to-use materials for course delivery. We recently updated our epilepsy courses to reflect the 2025 seizure classification guidance from the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE). These changes affect the following courses: Level 2...
Advantage Accreditation’s Curriculum Team ensure our learning materials are up to date with the latest guidance and best practices. Here are some of the key updates we’ve made this past month: DRABC Protocol We’ve amended the DRABC (Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation) protocol across all first aid courses. The “C” now reflects...