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Best Interests Assessors training

We have taken on responsibility for the Best Interests Assessors training and review process as outlined in our education and training rules.

Best Interests Assessors training (update July 2024)

Last updated: 10 July 2024

We have taken on responsibility for the Best Interests Assessors training and review process as outlined in our education and training rules.

We will undertake a full review of the training courses available and have published new standards and guidance for training providers.

Below is a list of training providers with BIA courses which are currently approved by the previous Secretary of State.

Training providers:

  • Bond Solon (in association with Teesside University)
  • Bournemouth University
  • Kingston University
  • Leeds Beckett University
  • Middlesex University
  • Northumbria University
  • Sheffield Hallam University
  • University of Brighton
  • University of Central Lancashire
  • University of Hertfordshire
  • University of Huddersfield
  • University of Lincoln
  • University of Manchester 
  • University of the West of England, Bristol
  • University of Wolverhampton

If you have any questions, please contact us on education.qa@socialworkengland.org.uk.

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