The POA WULF project is funded by Welsh Government to support your learning goals. It is available to all Justice sector staff who live or work in Wales. Please take two minutes to complete the learner survey when you can.

Welcome to POA Learning Cymru

The POA Learning WULF project is focused on prison officers and all staff who work in the prison and probation service in Wales, with the objective of providing learning and skills development opportunities, individual learner support and the provision of information, advice and guidance that ensure that lifelong learning and skills development over a whole career is a possibility for all.

Latest news

December Mid Month Update

I have had a great December so far with trips to meet HMP Berwyn team for their Wellbeing day, and seeing the Mental Health First Aid training being done – see the latest MHFA dates and some Success Profile training

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December Learning Newsletter

looking back at a great November, where Zoe delivered an excellent session on Boosting your Confidence and Conquering Imposter Syndrome and I attended the POA Members Women in the Workplace Event. and Looking forward to exciting event in December and 2026.

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November Newsletter

POA Learning November Newsletter October was a busy month, I went out to meet teams in Swansea, Cardiff and HMP Parc, and attended the Inspire event for women in the Justice Sector. The first Level…

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Get in touch!

If you’d like information about any of the courses we have available, please contact Liz Parsons. 

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What do we offer?

We offer a range of learning opportunities including distance learning courses and CPD Certifies short courses.

Full course list coming soon.

How can I enrol?

It is easy! You can contact us through email, or phone.

P: 07928 529 850
E: liz.parsons@poauk.org.uk

Is there a cost?

Most of our courses are provided without charge, unless you don’t complete them or don’t keep in touch with your tutor. Some specific courses may attract a fee.

When can I start?

When you are ready. The courses work around you!

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The POA is the biggest union in this sector representing 30,000 Prison, Correctional and Secure Psychiatric Workers. Good training and education is instrumental in protecting our members today and in the future.