
P.M.V.A
Professional Violence & Aggression Management Training
Build Safer Teams. Reduce Risk. Protect Lives.
At VHT Healthcare Training, we provide high-quality PMVA Restraint Training designed for healthcare professionals, support workers, mental health teams, and care organisations working in high-risk environments.
Our training equips staff with the practical skills, confidence, and legal understanding needed to safely manage challenging behaviour, de-escalate conflict, and apply approved physical intervention techniques only when absolutely necessary.
What Is PMVA Training?
PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) training helps staff:
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Recognise early warning signs of aggression
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Use verbal and non-verbal de-escalation techniques
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Maintain personal safety during incidents
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Apply safe breakaway techniques
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Understand lawful and proportionate restraint
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Reduce the risk of injury to staff and service users
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Promote dignity, safety, and person-centred care
Our PMVA Training Includes
✅ Conflict Resolution & De-escalation
Learn effective communication strategies to prevent incidents from escalating.
✅ Breakaway Techniques
Practical techniques to safely disengage from grabs, holds, and aggressive situations.
✅ Safe Physical Intervention
Approved restraint methods delivered safely, ethically, and proportionately.
✅ Legal & Ethical Responsibilities
Understand duty of care, human rights, safeguarding, and lawful use of force.
✅ Team Intervention Skills
Develop coordinated responses for managing high-risk incidents safely.
✅ Scenario-Based Practical Training
Hands-on exercises designed around realistic workplace situations.
Who Should Attend?
Our PMVA courses are suitable for:
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Mental Health Support Workers
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Healthcare Assistants
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Nurses
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Residential Care Staff
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Supported Living Teams
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Learning Disability Services
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Security Staff
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Social Care Professionals
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NHS & Private Healthcare Teams
✔ Experienced Trainers
Delivered by knowledgeable healthcare professionals with real-world experience.
✔ Practical & Engaging Sessions
Interactive training focused on real-life scenarios and safe practice.
✔ Flexible Delivery
Training available at your workplace or selected training venues.
✔ Certification Provided
Participants receive certification upon successful completion.
✔ Focus on Safety & Compliance
Training aligned with current best practices and workplace safety standards.
Course Options
Course Type Duration
Refresher PMVA Training 1 Day
Full PMVA Training. 2 Days
Advanced PMVA Training 3 Days
Bespoke Team Training. Tailored
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0330 043 0530
07865 000 504
admin@vhthealthcaretraining.co.uk
