Prevention & Management of Violence & Aggression Training in Cardiff

Practical PMVA training in South Wales for health and social care teams, with BILD ACT certified delivery aligned to the Restraint Reduction Network Training Standards.

Duration: 2 or 3 days
Public venues: Cardiff
Delivery: Public courses at the venues shown; private on-site training available
Price: From £160.00 pp
Refresher: Recommended every 12 months

View upcoming public courses in Cardiff below. Private on-site training in Cardiff is also available. You can view the full course page for complete course details.

Training options for Cardiff

Our Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA) course is designed for health and social care staff who need practical, relevant training to help prevent, de-escalate and respond safely to behaviours of concern. It supports organisations that want more consistent practice, greater confidence and training that reflects real care environments rather than generic conflict examples. Our PMVA training is certified by BILD ACT as complying with the Restraint Reduction Network Training Standards, helping organisations choose training linked to recognised standards and safer practice.

Next public course in Cardiff

10/11/12 May 2027 · Cardiff · From £130.00 pp

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Training at your organisation

For a team in Cardiff, enquire about private on-site delivery. Tell us your location, the number of learners and your preferred dates so we can discuss a suitable course.

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Choose your PMVA course option

Choose the 2-day or 3-day option when booking. Prices are shown for each available date.

The 2-day option covers theory and practical breakaway techniques. The 3-day option includes these plus safe holding techniques.

Course content and certification

See the full course page for the syllabus, entry guidance and certification. The dates shown here reflect current public availability; choose a date to see its timetable, trainer and venue details.

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Why book with Legacy Training Services?

We’re passionate about making a real difference in care settings by building confidence, consistency and safer practice. Legacy Training Services is owned and run by people who’ve worked in the sector — with deep experience doing the job and delivering training that works in the real world.

Practical, sector-led delivery

Built around real scenarios, not just theory.

Confidence and consistency

Clear methods learners can apply immediately.

Standards you can trust

Focused on safer practice, dignity and outcomes.

Frequently asked questions

What is PMVA training?

PMVA stands for Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression. It is training designed to help staff recognise risk, prevent escalation, use de-escalation strategies effectively and respond more safely and appropriately when behaviours of concern occur.

Is this PMVA course BILD ACT certified?

Yes. Legacy Training Services is a BILD ACT certified training service and this PMVA training is certified by BILD ACT as complying with the Restraint Reduction Network Training Standards.

What does BILD ACT certified mean?

BILD ACT certification gives organisations added assurance that training has been independently certified against recognised standards for safer practice, including prevention, de-escalation, least restrictive approaches and the wider quality framework behind delivery.

What are the Restraint Reduction Network Training Standards?

The RRN Training Standards are a recognised framework designed to improve the quality of training that supports people whose behaviour may challenge, with strong emphasis on prevention, reducing restrictive practice, safety, dignity and proportionate responses.

Who should attend this PMVA course?

This course is suitable for staff working in health and social care environments where they may need to manage distressed, challenging or aggressive behaviour. It is especially relevant for residential care, supported living, nursing care, mental health and learning disability services.

Does the course include physical intervention?

Where appropriate to the course scope and workplace context, training can include safer disengagement, breakaway or physical response elements. Delivery should always remain proportionate, lawful, least restrictive and relevant to the setting.

Do I receive a certificate?

Yes. Learners who successfully complete the course receive certification in line with the course structure and assessment requirements.

How often should PMVA training be refreshed?

For this course, refresher training is generally recommended every 12 months, though organisations should always align refresh frequency with their service needs, internal policies and risk profile.

Where do you run public PMVA courses in South Wales?

We run public PMVA courses in Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff, and also offer private on-site delivery across Wales and the UK.

Can you deliver PMVA training at our site?

Yes. We provide private delivery for organisations and can tailor the training around your setting, service user group, procedures and workplace context.