SPSO Launches Revised Good Complaints Handling Training

Date of article: 02/09/2025

Daily News of: 05/09/2025

Country:  United Kingdom - Scotland

Author: Scottish Public Services Ombudsman

Article language: en

We are excited to announce the launch of our newly refreshed Good Complaints Handling training after the recent publication of our updated Statement of Complaints Handling Principles.

This training is a self-guided course aimed at staff handling complaints at stage 1 of the Model Complaints Handling Procedure (MCHP) but would be useful for anyone involved in complaints handling looking to develop their knowledge.

Course content: 

  • SPSO Statement of Complaint Handling Principles
  • what a complaint is and isn’t, according to the MCHP
  • complaint outcomes, responses and record-keeping
  • what makes a good apology
  • respectful engagement

Course information:

  • self-paced: complete anytime online
  • knowledge checks: test as you learn
  • time efficient: approximately 45 minutes
  • SPSO accredited certificate: awarded on completion
  • Cost: £50 per person

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