Scotland - Spotting the signs

Spotting the signs - free training for school staff in Scotland

Our CPD-accredited Spotting the Signs training is for anyone working in secondary school, high school and post-primary professionals, to support you to identify and act upon the early signs of an eating disorder in your students.

In this training you will:

​​✅​ Be able to confidently spot the signs of an eating disorder

​​✅​ Know how to approach difficult conversations with your students about eating disorders

​​✅​ Develop the skills to support your student towards eating disorder help

​​✅​ Understand our eating disorder services that are in your area

​​✅​ Earn CPD credits

Attend a date that works for you

There are a number of dates for you to choose from and, best of all, Spotting the Signs is funded by the Scottish Government so free to attend.

2025

• Tuesday 28th October, 9:30-16:30
• Thursdays 6th and 13th November, 9:30-13:00* FULLY BOOKED
• Wednesday 26th November, 9:30-16:30 FULLY BOOKED
• Monday 1st December, 9:30-16:30 FULLY BOOKED
• Friday 12th December, 9:30-16:30 FULLY BOOKED

2026

• Tuesdays 13th and 20th January, 13:00-16:30*
• Thursday 5th February, 9:30-16:30
• Wednesdays 4th and 11th March, 9:30-13:00*

*It is important you are able to attend both halves of the training set.

Can't make the above? Date you'd like to join fully booked? Join our mailing list here to be notified of any changes or new dates announced.

*Please note you will be asked to fill out a survey before booking your place. This survey is used to report back to funders about the impact of the course.