IPS implementation training for managers

Dates: 27 February 2026

Times each day: 09:15 – 16:30 with regular breaks and an hour for lunch

Delivered: Live online via Zoom

Price: £210 + VAT per person (£252 total)


About this course

This 1-day course is designed for new Connect to Work services and provides a strategic overview of IPS and fidelity to the model. It focuses on building the knowledge and confidence needed to set up and support a high‑quality IPS service from an implementation perspective.

The course thrives on active participation, delivered in small groups of up to 16 delegates where everyone gets involved.

Who should attend?

Staff who do not directly manage a caseload of IPS clients, including:

  • Managers
  • Directors
  • Implementation staff
  • Quality assurance staff
  • Accountable bodies
  • Commissioners

This course is not intended for employment specialists.

When to attend?

Anytime, ideally as soon as possible to assist with implementing IPS.

The training will cover:

  • The principles of IPS
  • Fidelity to the model
  • What is expected from employment specialists
  • What is expected from IPS team leaders and supervisors
  • Integration in the Connect to Work setting
  • Employer engagement using the IPS model

Payment methods

We accept payment by invoice only and we will collect the necessary information in the booking form.


Cancellation policy

Cancellations made less than 2 weeks before the course are subject to full payment.
Cancellations made more than 2 weeks before the course have the option to transfer to a different date or receive a refund.
Please note that transfers are not possible with less than 2 weeks’ notice. In the unlikely event that Centre for Mental Health needs to cancel a course, delegates will be offered a place on the next available course or a full refund. By completing the booking form, you agree to these terms.


Book this course

Booking form for “IPS implementation training for managers” on 27 February 2026
This course is designed for managers who do not hold a caseload of IPS clients. It is not intended for employment specialists.

This course is designed to support new managers working on the Connect to Work programme. Please click here to view our training webpage for other settings, or email us with your training request and we’ll be happy to help.

Delegate details:

Organisation details:

NHS organisations almost always operate a purchase order system. Please submit a purchase order number on this form. If you do not have it now, please write “to be confirmed”, and submit within maximum 2 weeks of completing the booking form via email to finance@centreformentalhealth.org.uk. If you do not operate a purchase order system, please write “not applicable”.

Terms:

There are 4 places remaining on this course.


Enquiries

Zak Palmer
courses@centreformentalhealth.org.uk

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