CSTF Mandatory Training (1/2 Day Practical) reviews

4.8 (9,490 reviews)
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Practical, interactive delivery is the course’s distinctive strength: attendees say knowledgeable, passionate trainers use clear explanations, humour, real-life scenarios and demonstrations to keep learners involved. They value the well-structured, relevant content, evidence-based updates and opportunities to practise moving and handling, CPR and fire safety. Reviews say the sessions are engaging, easy to follow and useful at work, leaving learners refreshed and more confident. Some groups find practical work rushed when classes are large.

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Fiona was interesting and very approachable She explained to details and ensured everyone did

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Cecilia M · 20 Aug 2026
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Very good

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Tikdem A · 20 Aug 2026
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The trainer knows what is doing and was a lovely man.

Coventry
Emmanuel O · 20 Aug 2026
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She trained us fully with the mandatory manual and handling skills

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Steven A · 20 Aug 2026
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The trainer was good

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Betty A · 20 Aug 2026
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Very interactive and educative

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Augusta U · 20 Aug 2026
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Useful

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Innocent D · 20 Aug 2026
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good training session

London
Paula L · 19 Aug 2026
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Too much material to cover in time available. Too many candidates for space. Practical component chaos. Depending on group assigned to lack of willingness of candidates to engage. Needed input/guidance from trainer to check candidates doing practical component... but too much going on to realistically do this for all. Could have done with a biscuit at break time. Trainer good communicator and clear presenter. Attempted interaction with candidates but hard going to get much of a response. Introduction regarding candidates asking questions or trying to trip up trainer 'a bit off putting' (but I presume was based on experience of some candidates acting inappropriately in previous sessions, and fair enough). Felt inhibited to ask questions. Didn't need to know personal information e.g. neurodiversity or sexual orientation as this was apparent. Location difficult for parking since busy town centre. Training room too small. One of the worst training days I have attended with regard to learning and brushing up on practical skills. Components of training inappropriate for my workplace setting e.g. use of hoist and other mobility appliances. From a personal view I think it would be better to do most of this online apart from the practical components. This then would enable presentation of the slides at a speed the candidate was comfortable with and the the addition of MCQ's would test understanding and knowledge.

Leeds
Karen R · 19 Aug 2026
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Amazing passionate tutor really interesting course content

Croydon
Hilary B · 18 Aug 2026
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