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Training
Our work embeds training across all delivery, prioritising sustainability, working to empower and equip communities and individuals to support collective and individual health and well-being. We are committed to fostering both personal and professional development through holistic learning, championing the invaluable skills and contributions of care workers, health professionals, volunteers, young people and community practitioners.
Through collaborative, co-produced efforts at local, regional, and national levels, we delivery initiatives that positively impact workforce development, volunteering pathways, skill exchange and education across all ages. Our training programmes are bespoke focussing on intergenerational practice, creative health and music for well-being, empowering care and health professionals to create therapeutic connections that span generations.
Tailored Training to Advance Intergenerational Practice and Music for Wellbeing and Creative Health
Are you looking to strengthen your skills in using music, or develop new ones to foster wellbeing and build intergenerational connections in your community? Our bespoke training and consultancy services are designed to support growth in this impactful field.
We offer a variety of training programs aimed at empowering participants, whether care staff, social care providers, volunteers, carers, youth workers, educators, or healthcare professionals including GPs and social prescribers, to effectively integrate music and intergenerational practices into their work. With a strong focus on practical application, our sessions inspire and equip individuals and teams to bring these approaches to life across health, social care, education, and community settings.
The Aims Of Our Training
Our skill enhancement training is designed to empower individuals and teams across sectors with the confidence and skills to apply person-centred, intergenerational music therapy and creative health approaches effectively across all ages. We offer flexible training formats, including half-day, full-day, online, and in-person sessions, customised to meet the specific needs of your team and client base.
Our training combines foundational theory and evidence-based knowledge on intergenerational music, music therapy, health and wellbeing with hands-on, practical tools plus resources, ensuring participants are well-equipped to integrate these practices seamlessly into their own settings.
Who Is The Training For?
Our experienced team of IMM facilitators and senior HCPC registered music therapists deliver training tailored to meet the needs of a wide range of organisations and individuals, whether you are new to intergenerational practice and music therapy or seeking fresh, innovative approaches to deepen your practice.
These highly practical sessions equip staff, practitioners, AHP’s and students with essential musical theraputic skills and concepts, presented in an engaging and accessible way to enhance intergenerational engagement and community impact.
Learning Outcomes
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Understand the impact of intergenerational music therapy on various age groups, including specific benefits for both younger and older populations.
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Learn core methods for delivering intergenerational music therapy in-person and online, tailored for diverse groups such as those with learning disabilities or mental health challenges.
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Enhance skills to assess and adapt therapy approaches for client needs in different settings, ensuring inclusive, person-centered care.
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Build confidence in applying music-based intergenerational approaches across health and social care, emphasising therapeutic benefits for varied populations.
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Gain skills to design and deliver intergenerational music therapy projects, including online formats, for broader accessibility.
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Acquire practical tools for evaluating music therapy projects, measuring outcomes, and demonstrating impact in client and community settings.
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Learn to effectively use the intergenerational music/creative health toolkit across settings, fostering meaningful engagement with diverse groups.
“The training was mind-blowing to me! It was extremely helpful for me to understand the clinical thinking behind music and intergenerational sessions. A big thank you!”
Tamer, Activities Co-ordinator for Jewish Care.
IMM continues to champion the value and skills of care workers. In addition to our commitment to recognising and acknowledging the essential contributions of care professionals, we are dedicated to advancing workforce development in the social care sector.
Our focus extends beyond sustainable recruitment practices, encompassing the design and delivery of comprehensive career progression opportunities for staff throughout the social care workforce. We understand the importance of providing the necessary support for individuals to access these opportunities, ensuring a flourishing and skilled workforce.
Moreover, we actively contribute to the development of social care leaders, empowering them to shape strategy and policy in health and social care. Through co-production efforts at local, regional, and national levels, we collaboratively formulate career development opportunities and workforce development plans, fostering inclusivity and engagement.
As part of our commitment to establishing inclusive, learning cultures within care in later life, we've witnessed the positive impact on both the workforce and the quality of care for older people. Our anniversary coincides with the unveiling of our latest initiative – bespoke training to develop skills in intergenerational practice and music for wellbeing.
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