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About this Training Course Oil & Gas professionals increasingly need to translate complex findings, analysis and recommendations for effective decision-making. If you face challenges in getting your findings into paper, you will benefit from this training course. The Technical Report Writing and Presentation Skills for Oil & Gas Engineers and Technical Professionals course focuses on the unique needs of technical professionals who write for both technical and non-technical readers. This separately bookable training course will demonstrate how technical professionals can use their technical knowledge and logical edge to write in a reader-friendly style, produce grammatically accurate reports and persuasively communicate for buy-in purposes. An ILM Recognised programme. Training Objectives LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR TECHNICAL REPORT WRITING SKILLS By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Write and turn-around accurate technical documents quickly to meet deadlines and productivity goals Understand how technical reports should be structured by applying a systematic approach to the writing task, involving planning, drafting, revision and production Use clear & powerful language to target and persuade readers for positive results Use tried and tested proof reading techniques to check and review documents more effectively Identify and avoid common pitfalls in technical report writing LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR TECHNICAL PRESENTATION SKILLS By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Present and sell your technical presentation more effectively both internally and externally Plan and structure your meetings and presentations for maximum effect Capture your technical and non-technical audience by delivering your presentation with power and authority Handle questions, interruptions and objections with confidence Target Audience This programme has been researched and developed for all Oil & Gas Engineers and Technical Professionals Course Level Basic or Foundation Trainer Your course leader managed the Business Skills Unit of the British Council programmes as well as oversee all training-related matters from 1997. The trainer considers himself a trainer first and specialises predominantly in high-level writing and technical report writing programmes. In addition to conducting training in Technical Writing, the trainer has also been the chief editor for many large writing projects. These include a year-long project editing the entire Start-Up Manual (including the Black Start Manual) for Nippon Oil's Helang Integrated Platform, a 4-month project rewriting the manuals for the Puteri Dulang FSO off Terengganu, and editing the current revision of the PETRONAS Procedures and Guidelines for Upstream Activities (PPGUA). POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

About this Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) Asia Pacific is set to be the largest and fastest growing Hydrogen market globally. This growth is driven by decarbonisation of energy-use, ammonia production and rising demand of fuel cell electric vehicles. Hydrogen as a fuel has outstanding energy carrying capacity and many application possibilities ranging from Petroleum refinery, Ammonia and Methanol production, Transportation and Power generation. Although the current petrochemical market segment will remain strongest in the near future, it is the transport and power sector which spurs the vision of a massive market takeoff in the next decade. The ever-rising share of renewable energies require flexible and scalable storage solutions, which in turn offers many additional revenue streams beyond pure electricity sales. Adding to this the strong impetus towards decarbonization of the transport sector from cars, trucks, trains to ships and even airplanes creates the breed for an exciting and yet untapped market potential. This course aims to clarify and assess the hydrogen business case along its value chain and versatile market applications. Training Objectives Understanding current hydrogen market status and recent developments Major drivers and inhibitors influencing the growth of the market Understanding and comparing various production technology processes Challenges and solutions in transport, distribution and storage of hydrogen Mapping the many petrochemical, energy and transport applications Analyse business cases from around the world and understand their economics Target Audience Project developers Equipment Manufacturers Oil, Gas and Petrochemical sector companies IPPs and utilities Transport sector companies and port operators Policy makers and regulators Investors and lenders Course Level Basic or Foundation Training Methods The VILT will be delivered online in 4 half-day sessions comprising 4 hours per day, including time for lectures, discussion, quizzes and short classroom exercises. Additionally, some self-study will be requested. Participants are invited but not obliged to bring a short presentation (10mins max) on a practical problem they encountered in their work. This will then be explained and discussed during the VILT. A short test or quiz will be held at the end the course. Trainer Your expert course leader is an internationally renowned energy communicator and business educator, focused on the interconnected clean energy transition topics of renewable power, energy storage, energy system electrification and hydrogen. His own independent technology tracking, market assessment and opportunity/risk analysis is delivered to clients through a mix of business advisory work, commissioned content, small-group training (online & in-person), and one-to-one executive coaching (online). In the hydrogen sector, he is currently lead consultant and trainer to the World Hydrogen Leaders network, and writer of their 'This Week in Hydrogen' news column. He is also co-presenter of the 'New Energy Chinwag' podcast, which regularly covers hydrogen-related issues. During more than 15 years as an independent energy expert, he has helped companies from large multinationals to innovative start-ups - totalling assignments in over 30 countries across 5 continents. Most recently, he has presented clean energy training in locations as diverse as Singapore, the UK, South Africa, The Philippines, the USA, Mexico, Spain and Dubai - and, in recent times of course, online to international audiences from across the world. Prior to this, he was Research Director for over 10 years at Informa, a $9 billion business intelligence provider; where he drove new market identification, analysis and project deployment work, and managed teams in the UK and US. He has a strong science background, holding a 1st Class Honours degree in Natural Sciences from the University of Cambridge, a PhD in Earth Sciences and a further Diploma in Economics & Sustainability from the UK's Open University. POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information about post training coaching support and fees applicable for this. Accreditions And Affliations

We offer the most advanced “Certified Six Sigma Green Belt Course” as per the curriculum outline of The ASQ Body of Knowledge and accredited by top international Lean & Six Sigma accreditation bodies. Six Sigma Green Belt Deliverables: 22+ hours of Instructor-led interactive virtual classroom session on the weekend Access to 45+ hours of Module based Six Sigma lectures via LMS 100+ Toolkits and Project Templates for Analysis and Implementation Soft copy of Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Body of Knowledge Live Data-oriented project, with Scenario and Analysis Methodology 20+ Dummy Projects and Case studies for Lean Six Sigma Application Support via subject expert through telephonic discussion on the weekend Sample Questions and Examination Guide for Certification Preparation Pre and Post assignments for process groups and knowledge areas Project implementation support and Data visualization using MINITAB PRO CLSSGB certification examination anytime within the 90 days course duration Certification Validation Tool for third-party credentials validation PARTICULARS Duration (Hours) 1. Define Phase 22 2. Measure Phase 14 3. Analyse Phase 20 4. Improve Phase 7 5. Control Phase 7 Total Duration 70 (Hours) Introduction Become an expert in six sigma methodology by getting hands-on knowledge on DMAIC, Project Charter, Process Capability, FMEA, Sigma calculation, Test of Hypothesis, Control Charts, VSM, JIT using real case scenarios and real-life examples. Lean and DMAIC methodologies using live projects. The Six Sigma Certification is accredited by The Council for Six Sigma Certification. The certification also acknowledges the BOK outline of The American Society for Quality, USA. The course features world-class content with live projects and MINITAB PRO driven data analysis training with end to end support in project implementation by Master Black Belt Experts and Trainers. What is Six Sigma Certification? A person with Six Sigma certification has problem-solving abilities. Someone may gain Green Belt, Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification. The higher certification one attains, the more is the ability to solve complex organizational problems. Six Sigma certification is a process of individual’s knowledge validation using a classification system, generally referred to as "Belts" (Green Belt, Black Belt, Master Black Belt) This verification test individual commands over six sigma methodology and tools. The belt classification shows the position these certified individuals would occupy in an organizational structure and job roles. Six Sigma Green Belt training is especially for the future project leaders of Lean Six Sigma projects. We deliberately mix non-profit with profit participants. There will then be fun, useful discussions and knowledge exchanges during the training sessions. In addition, there are also many self-employed people who follow the LSS Green Belt training to increase their expertise as in a trimmer. What do you do to get the Six Sigma Green Belt certificate? Our Six Sigma Green Belt training consists of a number of components: Training: in an intensive training program you learn the background of Lean and Six Sigma and we put what we have learned into practice with different simulations. Extra: With our Body of Knowledge and whitepapers you place what you have learned in a theoretical framework. The program also contains various homework assignments, in which we focus, among other things, on the use of MINITAB PRO. Follow-up: During the training, you will receive an access code to an e-learning module. You can pass the substance again in an interactive way. Exam: On the last training day you will make the CLSSGB Green Belt exam. If you succeed, you will immediately receive the official Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification. Global Recognition of Your Certification: Agenda Overview of Six Sigma and the organizationSix Sigma and organizational goalsValue of six sigmaOrganizational goals and six sigma projectsOrganizational drivers and metricsLean principles in the organizationLean conceptsValue-streaming mappingDesign for six sigma (DFSS) methodologiesRoadmaps for DFSSBasic failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA)Design FMEA and process FMEA Define PhaseProject identificationProject SelectionProcess elementsBenchmarkingProcess inputs and outputsOwners and stakeholders Voice of the customer (VOC) Customer identificationCustomer dataCustomer requirements Project Management Basics Project charterProject scopeProject metricsProject planning toolsProject documentationProject risk analysisProject closureManagement and planning toolsBusiness results for projectsProcess performance CommunicationTeam dynamics and performanceTeam stages and dynamicsTeam roles and responsibilitiesTeam toolsTeam Communication Measure PhaseProcess analysis and documentationProbability and statisticsBasic probability conceptsCentral limit theorem, Statistical distributions, Collecting and summarizing dataTypes of data and measurement scalesSampling and data collection methodsDescriptive statisticsGraphical methodsMeasure Phase (contd E. Measurement system analysis (MSA) F. Process and performance capabilityProcess performance vs. process specificationsProcess capability studiesProcess capability (Cp, Cpk) and process performance (Pp, Ppk) indicesShort-term vs. long-term capability and sigma shift Analyze PhaseExploratory data analysisMulti-vari studiesCorrelation and linear regression B, Hypothesis testingBasics Tests for means, variances, and proportionsIntroduction to MINITAB Data analysis Improve Phase of Six SigmaDesign of experiments (DOE)Basic terms, DOE graphs, and plotsThe root cause analysisLean Tools 1. Waste elimination 2. Cycle-time reduction 3. Kaizen and kaizen blitz V1. Control PhaseStatistical process control (SPC)SPC BasicsRational subgroupingControl chartsControl planLean tools for process controlTotal productive maintenance (TPM)Visual factory Project Implementation & SupportMINITAB Practice and guidance for projectProject implementation supportTemplates and Toolkits application for Project workSupport on Data Project, Implementation and project completion BenefitsFrom the course Learn the principles and philosophy behind the Six Sigma technique Learn to apply statistical methods to improve business processes Design and implement Six Sigma projects in a practical scenario Learn the DMAIC process and various tools used in Six Sigma methodology Knowledge of Six Sigma Green Belt Professional enables you to understand real-world business problems, increase an organization's revenue by streamlining the process, and become an asset to an organization According to Villanova University, employers such as United Health Group, Honeywell, GE and Volkswagen have been actively seeking professionals with Six Sigma to fill a variety of positions The Training enhances your skills and enables you to perform roles like Quality Manager, Quality Analyst, Finance Manager, Supervisor, Quality Control, etc. According to Indeed.com, the national average salary for a Six Sigma Green Belt is $72,000 per year in the United States.   From the workshop Instructor LED training by Six Sigma Black Belt and Master Belt experts to make candidate learn the real scenario of six sigma tools and methodology Learn the principles and philosophy behind the Six Sigma method Dummy project by instructors to make candidate get a hands-on six sigma projects Downloadable Six Sigma PPT & Six Sigma PDF Industry Based case studies High-Quality training from an experienced trainer The Program extensively uses Minitab, specialized statistical software. It provides you with a thorough knowledge of Six Sigma philosophies and principles (including supporting systems and tools). Know about six sigma certification cost and six sigma green belt certification cost. Who should attend? The Six Sigma program is designed for professionals and students who want to develop the ability to lead process improvement initiatives. Six Sigma tools and process is widely used in all business processes. Six Sigma is applicable in all industry and in all functional areas. An indicative list of participants in our Green Belt program could include: Financial/business analyst Commodity manager Project manager Quality manager Production manager Production Engineer Business development manager Manufacturing process engineer Continuous improvement director Business managers or consultants Project manager/Program Manager Director or VP of operations CEO, CFO, CTO Certification On successful completion of the course and course requisites, the candidate will receive Internationally recognized Six Sigma Green Belt Certification. This course offers Six Sigma Certification Validation Tool for Employers Your Six Sigma Certification Validation Tool can be used by employers, clients and other stakeholders to validate the authenticity of your Six Sigma Certifications you have received. Using the programming code located on your certified LSSGB certification, one can see all your training and certification details online.

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is data professionals who are familiar with data modeling, extraction, and analytics. It is designed for professionals who are interested in gaining knowledge about Lakehouse architecture, the Microsoft Fabric platform, and how to enable end-to-end analytics using these technologies. Job role: Data Analyst, Data Engineer, Data Scientist Overview Describe end-to-end analytics in Microsoft Fabric Describe core features and capabilities of lakehouses in Microsoft Fabric Create a lakehouse Ingest data into files and tables in a lakehouse Query lakehouse tables with SQL Configure Spark in a Microsoft Fabric workspace Identify suitable scenarios for Spark notebooks and Spark jobs Use Spark dataframes to analyze and transform data Use Spark SQL to query data in tables and views Visualize data in a Spark notebook Understand Delta Lake and delta tables in Microsoft Fabric Create and manage delta tables using Spark Use Spark to query and transform data in delta tables Use delta tables with Spark structured streaming Describe Dataflow (Gen2) capabilities in Microsoft Fabric Create Dataflow (Gen2) solutions to ingest and transform data Include a Dataflow (Gen2) in a pipeline This course is designed to build your foundational skills in data engineering on Microsoft Fabric, focusing on the Lakehouse concept. This course will explore the powerful capabilities of Apache Spark for distributed data processing and the essential techniques for efficient data management, versioning, and reliability by working with Delta Lake tables. This course will also explore data ingestion and orchestration using Dataflows Gen2 and Data Factory pipelines. This course includes a combination of lectures and hands-on exercises that will prepare you to work with lakehouses in Microsoft Fabric. Introduction to end-to-end analytics using Microsoft Fabric Explore end-to-end analytics with Microsoft Fabric Data teams and Microsoft Fabric Enable and use Microsoft Fabric Knowledge Check Get started with lakehouses in Microsoft Fabric Explore the Microsoft Fabric Lakehouse Work with Microsoft Fabric Lakehouses Exercise - Create and ingest data with a Microsoft Fabric Lakehouse Use Apache Spark in Microsoft Fabric Prepare to use Apache Spark Run Spark code Work with data in a Spark dataframe Work with data using Spark SQL Visualize data in a Spark notebook Exercise - Analyze data with Apache Spark Work with Delta Lake Tables in Microsoft Fabric Understand Delta Lake Create delta tables Work with delta tables in Spark Use delta tables with streaming data Exercise - Use delta tables in Apache Spark Ingest Data with DataFlows Gen2 in Microsoft Fabric Understand Dataflows (Gen2) in Microsoft Fabric Explore Dataflows (Gen2) in Microsoft Fabric Integrate Dataflows (Gen2) and Pipelines in Microsoft Fabric Exercise - Create and use a Dataflow (Gen2) in Microsoft Fabric

The Training in Fluoride Application is segmented into two core components. First, it delves into the theoretical understanding of various subjects, encompassing patient management, community-based fluoride application programs, and broader topics like legal and ethical considerations. The second component is practical, requiring students to maintain a work-based record of competence, integral to their learning journey. Learn about the Cavity Training Fluoride Varnish Application Course The Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application is a level 4 post- registration qualification awarded by the National Examination Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN). This provides established dental nurses with additional training which will enable them to provide effective fluoride varnish application within a community-based setting, on prescription from a dentist or as part of a structured dental health program. Frequently Asked Questions How long is the course? The course duration is 6 months. When are the classes held? You will attend online/remote lessons via Teams. One 3 hour lesson each month for 6 months. Is there an exam at the end? There is no exam at the end, you need to successfully complete a Record of Competence. Course Dates 18th April 2024 9:30am - 12:00pm 20th April 2024 10:30am - 1:00pm 6th June 2024 9:30am - 12:00pm 12th October 2024 10:30am - 1:00pm 17th October 2024 9:30am - 12:00pm Costs £695.00 per person (inc. VAT) Course Fee is £600 + £95.00 Fee for Certificate (No Exam). Please choose from one of the course dates above.

Performance Development Coaching provides a safe space for individuals to explore new ideas and techniques without judgement, fostering personal growth and benefiting the wider business. Sessions are confidential, 90 minutes long, and tailored to individual developmental needs, with a bi-weekly schedule of six sessions suggested. These sessions are conducted via Zoom, with face-to-face options available in East Anglia and London; email engage@puritas.org.uk for details.

If you want to be able to offer a consistently better quality of education for your pupils without the stress that comes with worrying about Ofsted all the time, this workshop is for you.

About this Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT)  This 4 half-day Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) course will address a variety of contract and loan structuring issues associated with geothermal energy projects as well as comparison with solar, wind and battery storage. The course is designed to investigate how various project finance techniques and contract structures can be used to achieve a competitive power prices while maintaining a satisfactory equity return. Distinctive project finance features of power facilities that depend on geothermal, wind, hydro or solar resources will be evaluated with financial models. The course will cover economic analysis of exploration and development of geothermal facilities and how to incorporate probability of failure and success into an IRR framework. Subsequent sessions will address the theory underlying liquidated damages for delay, and performance as well as design of other incentives that is inherent in different contract structures. Nuanced project finance issues associated with structuring debt for renewable projects will be discussed including under what conditions the DSCR drives debt capacity and when the debt to capital ratio is instrumental. The course will be taught with a combination of theoretical discussions, term sheet review and focused financial models. Training Objectives Evaluation of the economic risks that arise from uncertainty associated with drilling exploration wells and development wells for geothermal projects. Analyse the theoretical issues with computing LCOE for geothermal projects compared to other renewable and non-renewable resources and the importance of cost of capital for renewable projects; Understand differences in contract structures for renewable projects and dispatchable projects and how a single price structure can distort incentives for efficient construction and operation; Understand components of financing that influence the bid price required to meet a required rate of return on equity and can result in relatively low prices with reasonable returns. Understand the importance of debt sizing constraints and what strategies are relevant when the debt to capital constraint applies relative to when the debt service coverage ratio drives the debt size; Understand how to compute P50, P90 and P99 for different projects driven by resource risk; Understand the difference between mean reverting resource variation and estimation mistakes that do not correct as the basis for 1-year P90 and 10-year P90. Understand under what conditions debt sculpting can affect returns and how synthetic sculpting can be used to increase returns when the DSCR constraint applies. Understand the theory of credit spreads, variable rate debt and interest rates in different currencies and compute the implied probability of default that in inherent in credit spreads. Understand how to evaluate the costs to equity investors and the benefits to lenders for various credit enhancements including DSRA accounts, cash flow sweeps and covenants. Course Level Basic or Foundation Training Methods The VILT will be delivered online in 4 sessions comprising 4 hours per day, with 2 breaks of 10 minutes per day, including time for lectures, discussion, quizzes and short classroom exercises. Trainer Your expert course leader provides financial and economic consulting services to a variety of clients, he teaches professional development courses in an assortment of modelling topics (project finance, M&A, and energy). He is passionate about teaching in Africa, South America, Asia and Europe. Many of the unique analytical concepts and modelling techniques he has developed have arisen from discussion with participants in his courses. He has taught customized courses for MIT's Sloan Business School, Bank Paribas, Shell Oil, Society General, General Electric, HSBC, GDF Suez, Citibank, CIMB, Lind Lakers, Saudi Aramco and many other energy and industrial clients. His consulting activities include developing complex project finance, corporate and simulation models, providing expert testimony on financial and economic issues before energy regulatory agencies, and advisory services to support merger and acquisition projects. Our key course expert has written a textbook titled Corporate and Project Finance Modelling, Theory and Practice published by Wiley Finance. The book introduces unique modelling techniques that address many complex issues that are not typically used by even the most experienced financial analysts. For example, it describes how to build user-defined functions to solve circular logic without cumbersome copy and paste macros; how to write function that derives the ratio of EV/EBITDA accounting for asset life, historical growth, taxes, return on investment, and cost of capital; and how to efficiently solve many project finance issues related to debt structuring. He is in the process of writing a second book that describes a series of valuation and analytical mistakes made in finance. This book uses many case studies from Harvard Business School that were thought to represent effective business strategies and later turned into valuation nightmares. Over the course of his career our key course expert has been involved in formulating significant government policy related to electricity deregulation; he has prepared models and analyses for many clients around the world; he has evaluated energy purchasing decisions for many corporations; and, he has provided advice on corporate strategy. His projects include development of a biomass plant, analysis and advisory work for purchase of electricity generation, distribution and transmission assets by the City of Chicago, formulation of rate policy for major metro systems and street lighting networks, advocacy testimony on behalf of low income consumers, risk analysis for toll roads, and evaluation of solar and wind projects. He has constructed many advisory analyses for project finance and merger and acquisition transactions. Lastly, our key course expert was formerly Vice President at the First National Bank of Chicago where he directed analysis of energy loans and also created financial modelling techniques used in advisory projects. He received an MBA specializing in econometrics (with honours) from the University of Chicago and a BSc in Finance from the University of Illinois (with highest university honours). POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information about post training coaching support and fees applicable for this. Accreditions And Affliations

Learning Outcomes for 'Minor Illness Update' Day for Experienced Registered Healthcare Professionals   By catering to experienced registered healthcare professionals already practicing in the area of minor illness, this 'Minor Illness Update' Day equips participants to elevate their existing skills, apply the latest insights, and enhance patient care through informed, compassionate, and effective practices. Agenda: 09.15Coffee and registration 09.30Introduction and course objectives 09.40Perspective on changes and safe practice within primary care 10.00Respiratory Tract infections 10.45Coffee 11.00Ears, Nose and Throat 13.00Lunch 14.00Abdominal pain and UTIs 14.30Head, Neck and Back Pain 14.30Eye infections 15.00Skin Rashes 15.30Injuries 15.45Evaluations and Close Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the 'Minor Illness Update' Day, aimed at registered and experienced healthcare professionals already practicing in the field of minor illness, participants will be able to: 1. Stay Current in Minor Illness Management: - Demonstrate an updated and well-informed understanding of the latest developments in minor illness management within the primary care context. - Stay informed about current prescribing guidelines and adjustments in the field of minor illness treatment. 2. Critical Analysis of Consultation Dynamics: - Exhibit a critical comprehension of the significant dynamics at play during patient consultations related to minor illness cases. - Apply analytical skills to assess the complexities of patient presentations and prioritize appropriate diagnostic and treatment strategies. 3. Effective Problem-Solving in Practice: - Discuss and analyse practical challenges that arise during minor illness consultations, and propose effective solutions tailored to individual patient needs. - Employ problem-solving abilities to navigate diverse patient scenarios, enhancing overall patient care. 4. Integration of Attitudes and Values: - Develop an understanding of how personal attitudes and values may influence patient interactions and treatment decisions. - Apply self-awareness to ensure professional conduct aligns with ethical and patient-centred principles. 5. Awareness of Professional Growth: - Recognize the ongoing nature of professional development and the importance of staying updated in the rapidly evolving field of minor illness management. - Acknowledge the responsibility for continuous growth, embracing opportunities for learning and improvement. 6. CPD Contribution and Revalidation: - Identify the applicability of these study days as part of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements for experienced registered healthcare professionals already practicing in minor illness. - Understand how participation contributes to professional revalidation, ensuring compliance with professional standards. 7. Virtual Engagement for Learning: - Leverage virtual learning environments effectively to enhance knowledge and skills related to minor illness management. - Demonstrate adaptability in engaging with virtual platforms for professional development and learning. 8. Holistic Patient Care Approach: - Integrate the acquired knowledge to provide holistic care to patients presenting with minor illness, recognizing the interconnectedness of physical and psychosocial aspects. - Foster a patient-centred approach by considering patients' needs, preferences, and well-being.  

Course Description:This intensive two-day course on the Fundamentals of Dermatology for Primary Care is highly relevant for healthcare professionals in primary care, especially those lacking dermatology in their post-registration training. The course offers an opportunity to advance in practice, gain relevant competencies, and enhance clinical confidence for improved patient care.Introduction:Understanding dermatology care is vital in general practice, given that 10-15% of the primary care workload involves dermatology. Common skin conditions have a significant psychological impact on patients. The course emphasizes the importance of proper skin assessment, accurate diagnosis, and effective patient self-management for better treatment outcomes.Day One:- 09:15 AM: Coffee and registration- 09:30 AM: Introduction and course objectives- 09:40 AM: Anatomy and physiology of normal skin- 10:00 AM: Pathophysiology of acne, eczema, and psoriasis - understanding skin changes- 10:45 AM: Coffee break- 11:00 AM: The language of dermatology - effective description- 11:45 AM: Skin assessment and history-taking - recording observations- 13:00 PM: Lunch break- 13:45 PM: Recognizing skin changes: skin lesions and skin cancer - addressing concerns- 14:00 PM: Hyper and hypo pigmentation - understanding variations- 14:30 PM: Screening for skin cancer and promoting sun safety- 15:00 PM: Dermatology resources and guidelines - accessing information- 16:00 PM: Action plan, evaluation, and resources- 16:15 PM: CloseDay Two:- 09:15 AM: Welcome back and course work review- 09:30 AM: Managing acne in primary care - practical applications and treatments- 10:30 AM: Managing psoriasis in primary care - topical treatment and demonstrations- 10:45 AM: Coffee break- 11:00 AM: Managing eczema in primary care - practical challenges and solutions- 11:45 AM: Understanding patient self-management and psycho-social aspects- 12:30 PM: Lunch break- 13:30 PM: Practical emollient workshop - exploring patient preferences- 14:15 PM: Skin infections - recognition, diagnosis, and management- 14:45 PM: Genital skin conditions - Update on lichen sclerosis recognition and treatment- 15:30 PM: Practice reviews, competencies, and reflective discussion- 16:15 PM: CloseCourse Aim:To equip primary care healthcare professionals with evidence-based knowledge and practical confidence to elevate dermatology care, improve patient support for common skin conditions, and ensure appropriate secondary care referral.Learning Outcomes (Day 1):- Develop a Strong Foundation: Understand skin anatomy and physiology for a comprehensive grasp of normal skin characteristics.- Decipher Pathophysiology: Discern the intricacies of common dermatology conditions, such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis, understanding the underlying skin changes that drive these conditions.- Master the Language of Dermatology: Gain proficiency in describing dermatological observations accurately, facilitating effective communication and reporting.- Harness the Power of Assessment: Elevate skin assessment and history-taking skills, honing the ability to document observations and pertinent patient history with precision.- Recognise Skin Changes: Sharpen the skill of identifying skin lesions and potential indicators of skin cancer, equipped with the expertise to navigate the "when to worry" challenge.- Explore Pigmentation Variations: Delve into hyper and hypo pigmentation, understanding conditions like dermatosis papulosa nigra, sebaceous hyperplasia, solar lentigo, and freckles.- Promote Sun Safety and Dermatology Education: Grasp strategies for skin cancer screening and sun safety healthcare education, contributing to proactive patient care.- Navigate Dermatology Resources: Gain insight into valuable dermatology resources and guidelines, empowering continuous learning beyond the course.Learning Outcomes (Day 2):- Enhance Practical Skills: Gain hands-on experience in managing common skin conditions like acne, psoriasis, and eczema using both over-the-counter and topical treatments.- Empower Patient Support: Engage with patients to gain insights into their experiences of self-managing chronic skin conditions, focusing on psycho-social aspects and effective coping strategies.- Immerse in Practical Emollient Workshop: Participate in a tactile workshop to understand patient preferences and choices in emollient usage.- Refine Diagnostic Skills: Develop the ability to recognize, diagnose, and manage skin infections effectively, improving overall dermatological care.- Master Genital Skin Conditions: Gain updated knowledge on recognising and treating genital skin conditions like lichen sclerosis, enhancing expertise in a specialized area.- Reflect and Consolidate: Engage in reflective discussions, reviewing competencies gained during the course and integrating newfound insights.Course Conclusion:Conclude the two-day course with a profound sense of accomplishment, armed with enriched dermatological knowledge, practical skills, and patient-centered strategies that will positively influence your professional practice.