On this page:
- Introduction to Shared Decision Making
- Shared Decision Making training
- Level 1: Introduction to Shared Decision Making (45 minutes e-learning session)
- Level 2: Shared Decision Making (3-hour virtual workshop)
- Upcoming Shared Decision Making Events
Introduction to Shared Decision Making
Shared Decision Making (SDM) is a process by which people are supported to understand their options and are given the opportunity to consider relevant information that might influence their choice.
Shared Decision Making is a key component of personalised care. It is an approach that represents the move away from a ‘doctor knows best’ style of healthcare towards a person-centred approach. This represents a new relationship between people, professionals, and the health and care system. It provides a positive shift in power and decision making that enables people to feel informed, have a voice, and be connected to each other and their communities
Shared decision making is a process by which people are supported to:
- Understand the care, treatment, and support options available and the risks, benefits, and consequences of those options
- Make a decision about a preferred course of action based on good quality, evidence-based information, and their personal preferences.
Shared Decision Making should be used in all areas of healthcare. Anyone who has a role in offering people treatments, investigations, therapies, or interventions should have an understanding of Shared Decision Making and use this approach in practice.
Shared Decision Making Training
The It’s All About People team offer two levels of training in Shared Decision Making approaches.
All of our Personalised Care & Support Planning is accredited by the Personalised Care Institute. You can find us listed on the PCI website.
If you'd like to discuss which course you think would be the most suitable for you, please send an email to lhnt.itsallaboutpeople@nhs.net and we'll provide further information. Please also see more information below about each of the available courses.
Level 1: Introduction to Shared Decision Making (45 minutes e-learning session)
Course provider: Personalised Care Institute
Course Overview: The Personalised Care Institute curriculum (2020) articulates the values, behaviours, and capabilities required by a multi-professional workforce to deliver Personalised Care. This 30-minute e-learning session covers aspects of the core capabilities to communicate and build relationships, as well as to engage, enable, and support people in making decisions about their healthcare.
Who is the training aimed at?: This training is for all staff / volunteers in the health, social care, or third / voluntary sector who work in Lincolnshire.
Time to complete: 30 Minutes
Is this course funded?: Yes
How do I register for the course?:
Course: Shared Decision Making (personalisedcareinstitute.org.uk)
Level 2: Shared Decision Making (3-hour virtual workshop)
Course provider: It's All About People
Course Overview: Come and join our local trainers in an interactive session which will support you to feel more confident in having Shared Decision-Making conversations. This workshop is about you asking questions, being curious, and exploring Shared Decision Making with colleagues!
The module will cover:
- The benefits of Shared Decision Making
- Key elements of a Shared Decision Making conversation
- Processes, preferences, and risk management
- The role of health literacy
- Creating the right conditions for success
- Application to practice
Who is the training aimed at?: This training is for patient / client-facing staff in the health or third / voluntary sector who work in Lincolnshire. You will gain CPD points by completing this workshop.
Time to complete: 3 hours (virtual)
Is this course funded?: Yes
How do I register for the workshop?: New dates from September will be published shortly.
Check the calendar and select the date and time you wish to attend, then click to register
