Resources & Training
Whether you're just thinking about becoming a Personal Assistant, have years of experience, or are somewhere in between, we offer resources and training opportunities to support you.
From induction planning and health & safety training to recruitment advice, employment guidance, wellbeing support, mindfulness, and more—we’re here to help you build confidence and grow in your role.
Training Courses
Make sure your skills are up to date with online and regional training courses for PAs.
Learn moreJust for PAs - Tips and Info
Includes induction resources, employment guidance, tips for getting started as a PA, and other useful advice.
Learn morePA Handbook
Developed by a collaboration of SDS organisations, including PANS. The handbook is regularly checked to ensure all the information is up-to-date and relevant.
Visit the PA HandbookPA Health & Wellbeing
Tips to help manage health & welfare with useful, practical suggestions to help you thrive.
Health & WellbeingTraining and career information
- Free Online Social Care Courses (alison.com)
- The Value of a PA
- Introduction to Social Care – Online Course – FutureLearn
- The Care Certificate Self Assessment Tool (skillsforcare.org.uk)
- SSSC Open Badges | Discover digital – SSSC Open Badges
- Community Brokerage FAQs
- GrowBiz | Home
- NHSS Turas Training Account
- Examples of Turas Training Modules
- SSSC Codes of Practice for Social Service Workers and Employers.pdf
- UK training and development | Ayrshire Independent Living Network (theskillsnetwork.com)
- Accredited Training Courses | enable Pathway (enable-pathway.com)
- Disclosure Scotland Links and Info
FAQs
Answers to our most frequently asked questions
If you’re self-employed, you’ll need to register with HMRC for self-assessment. If you have a contract, you’re more than likely employed, if not, you may be classed as a casual worker. Ask your employer before starting any work for them.
There are no formal qualifications to become a PA. Some roles require specific qualifications, such as dementia care. First aid training is also highly recommended if you’re administering medication, for example.
In a more general sense, all PAs need to be flexible, caring, and good at communication. If you have a good sense of humour, that will definitely help, too!