Mandatory Training
Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training
MDT Online is a proud Oliver McGowan Campaign Organisation, delivering the nationally mandated training for health and social care staff on learning disabilities and autism.
Register to Complete Tier 1 TrainingWhat is Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training?
Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training is the government's preferred and mandated training for health and social care staff. It was developed following the tragic death of Oliver McGowan, a young man with a learning disability and autism who died after being given medication he had previously reacted badly to.
The training is designed to give health and social care staff the skills, knowledge and confidence to provide the best possible care and support for autistic people and people with a learning disability. It is delivered in two tiers — Tier 1 is an online awareness module, and Tier 2 is a face-to-face or online interactive session co-delivered by a trainer and a co-trainer with lived experience.
As a registered Campaign Organisation, MDT Online is committed to making this training accessible, meaningful and impactful for every organisation we work with.
Tier 1 — Online Awareness
An online e-learning module suitable for all health and social care staff. Covers the basics of learning disability and autism awareness, communication, and person-centred approaches. Completed via the e-ILM platform.
Access Tier 1 via e-ILMTier 2 — Interactive Training
A face-to-face or online interactive session co-delivered by a lead trainer and a co-trainer with lived experience of learning disability or autism. Designed for staff who have more direct contact with people who have a learning disability or are autistic.
Enquire about Tier 2Our Oliver McGowan Training Team
Oliver McGowan Lead Trainer
Lead Trainer
Our lead trainer is an experienced health and social care professional with specialist knowledge in learning disability and autism. They lead all Tier 2 sessions and ensure every delivery meets the national standards set out in the Oliver McGowan programme.
Co-Trainer with Lived Experience
Liam Sweeney
Liam is our Co-Trainer on the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training programme, bringing his own lived experience to every session. His contribution is central to making the training real, personal and impactful for health and social care staff.
Become a Co-Trainer
Co-trainers are people with a learning disability or who are autistic, who share their lived experience as part of the Tier 2 training delivery. Their involvement is central to the Oliver McGowan programme — it's what makes the training genuinely different.
If you would like to become a Co-Trainer with us, we'd love to hear from you. We provide full support, training and payment for your time. Please get in touch or download the easy read job description below to find out more.
Ready to book Oliver McGowan Training?
Get in touch with our team to discuss Tier 2 delivery for your organisation, or register for Tier 1 via e-ILM.