CQC - Single Assessment Framework and How To Be 'Outstanding'

Schedule

Wed Feb 04 2026 at 10:00 am to 04:30 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Leonardo Hotel Exeter - Formerly Jurys Inn | Exeter, EN

Advertisement
"Unmissable course Excellent insight into CQC. The course was one of the most informative and interesting that I have attended in 10 years”
About this Event

Receive a free Audit guide aligned to the new Assessment Framework when attending the course.

This course runs 10:00am-4:00pm and includes the training day, a bank of training resources and materials to take home, plus lunch and refreshments throughout the day.

Course Agenda:

An introduction to the CQC who are they and what do they do

• Introduction

• History of CQC

• Who is registered

Pre-Inspection

• Understanding the inspection model

• What are the 11 Fundamental standards?

• The 5 Questions being asked as part of the Inspection.

• Mapping the standards to the 5 Questions

• Evidence Matrix

• Evidence that now demonstrates compliance for the 5 Questions

The New CQC Single Assessment Framework

• The what and the why of the Single Assessment Framework

• “I” and “We” Statements

• The 5 key questions, regulations & fundamental standards

• New Framework in focus; evidencing “We” statement

How to conduct mock Inspections

• Understanding SOFI (Short Observational Framework for Inspections)

• How to carry out Observational Audits / reviews (using a CQC Inspectors methodology and guidance material)

On the day of inspection

• First Impressions Matter

• Time to Showcase your good work

• Introductions (Who are the Inspection team?)

• General house-keeping for everyone

After the inspection

• Immediate Team brief

• 48 Hour Rule

• Ratings

• How often you will be Inspected

• Draft Report

Hints and Tips for achieving Outstanding

• What constitutes outstanding?

• Sharing Best Practice

• Getting the most from the CQC Website

Course Testimonials

Birmingham – Delivered 18th April 2023

“Excellent session. Well delivered in a concise, interesting and easily understandable way.” Reece – Avon Support

“A really useful session with examples and practical solutions. Interactive and engaging. Useful materials shared to help our team build internal systems to support local practices.” Kay Crossman – BSOL ICB Peer Support Team

“Very interesting, informative and relevant. Enjoyable and able to apply to practice.” Liz Harrison – Laurel Residential Homes

Nottingham Course – Delivered 19th April 2023

“James has a wealth of knowledge. Great course. Keep delivering this brilliant training. Very enjoyable” – Ashlea Forde – Milewood Healthcare

Manchester Course – Delivered 20th April 2023

“Have to say this was the best course I have ever attended on any subject. Delivery of the information again, best I have experienced. Very memorable. I will learn by your example.”Sharon Joy – Blanchland Medical Practise


Event Photos
Event Photos
Advertisement

Where is it happening?

Leonardo Hotel Exeter - Formerly Jurys Inn, Western Way, Exeter, United Kingdom

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

GBP 163.22 to GBP 325.73

Icon
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
Green Maze Support Ltd

Host or Publisher Green Maze Support Ltd

Ask AI if this event suits you:

Discover More Events in Exeter

Book Launch: A Jingle Jangle Song
Tue, 03 Feb at 06:30 pm Book Launch: A Jingle Jangle Song

Bookbag Independent Bookshop

ART LITERARY-ART
Sick Joy \u2718 Support @ Cavern, Exeter
Tue, 03 Feb at 07:00 pm Sick Joy ✘ Support @ Cavern, Exeter

Cavern

MUSIC ART
SOCIAL TUESDAY-LOCALS NIGHT
Tue, 03 Feb at 08:00 pm SOCIAL TUESDAY-LOCALS NIGHT

4 the Quay, Exeter, EX2 4AP, United Kingdom, EX2 4AP Exeter, United Kingdom

ENTERTAINMENT DANCE
Reiki 1 training (Shoden)
Wed, 04 Feb at 09:30 am Reiki 1 training (Shoden)

1 Lower Hill Head Road, EX5 1FU Exeter, United Kingdom

HEALTH-WELLNESS WORKSHOPS
Bits and Bots
Wed, 04 Feb at 10:30 am Bits and Bots

Exeter Library, Castle Street, EX4 3PQ Exeter, United Kingdom

IT
Crediton Community Cuppa
Wed, 04 Feb at 10:30 am Crediton Community Cuppa

Elephant on The Green - Crediton

The 4 Vital Principles of Business Success (in person at Exeter Library)
Wed, 04 Feb at 02:00 pm The 4 Vital Principles of Business Success (in person at Exeter Library)

Exeter Library

WORKSHOPS MEETUPS
Professor Levi Roach Inaugural Lecture
Wed, 04 Feb at 04:00 pm Professor Levi Roach Inaugural Lecture

University of Exeter - Newman Purple Lecture Theatre

Just Write - River Exe Writers
Wed, 23 Oct at 06:30 pm Just Write - River Exe Writers

Pixy's

ART LITERARY-ART
Monday Morning 4\u2019s & Under Sessions
Mon, 07 Apr at 10:00 am Monday Morning 4’s & Under Sessions

Little Exeter

NONPROFIT
Family Scavenger Hunt in  Exeter: Discover & Learn through Play!
Fri, 28 Nov at 10:00 am Family Scavenger Hunt in Exeter: Discover & Learn through Play!

236 High St

KIDS TRIPS-ADVENTURES
Reading Together
Mon, 12 Jan at 10:00 am Reading Together

St David's Church

VOLUNTEERING
Scent for the Senses: Essential Oils to Enhance Wellbeing (Next Steps)
Mon, 12 Jan at 10:00 am Scent for the Senses: Essential Oils to Enhance Wellbeing (Next Steps)

St Sidwell's Community Centre

WORKSHOPS HEALTH-WELLNESS
Places & Spaces: Writing Devon Landscapes
Tue, 13 Jan at 10:00 am Places & Spaces: Writing Devon Landscapes

St David's Church

WORKSHOPS HEALTH-WELLNESS
Art Time! Look-See-Draw
Tue, 13 Jan at 10:00 am Art Time! Look-See-Draw

Exeter Community Centre

ART WORKSHOPS
Writing Flash Fiction: Creative Writing Course
Thu, 15 Jan at 01:00 pm Writing Flash Fiction: Creative Writing Course

St David's Church

WORKSHOPS CONTESTS
LGBT+ Awareness Accredited Course for Counsellors & Psychotherapists
Sat, 17 Jan at 09:30 am LGBT+ Awareness Accredited Course for Counsellors & Psychotherapists

The Intercom Trust

WORKSHOPS LGBT-PRIDE
Next step crochet: Variations on the granny square
Wed, 21 Jan at 01:00 pm Next step crochet: Variations on the granny square

Wool on the Exe

WORKSHOPS
Running Workshop \u2013 Strength, Mobility & Injury Prevention
Wed, 21 Jan at 06:00 pm Running Workshop – Strength, Mobility & Injury Prevention

Boulder Exe

WORKSHOPS MARATHONS
OVA Talk:  Update on the Otter Estuary Project
Wed, 21 Jan at 07:00 pm OVA Talk: Update on the Otter Estuary Project

St. Peter's Church, Budleigh Salterton

What's Happening Next in Exeter?

Discover Exeter Events