Coming soon! The Certificate in Orthodontic Nursing is a qualification suitable for dental nurses who assist in orthodontic procedures. The course details areas of knowledge and understanding which a dental nurse assisting in orthodontic procedures needs to develop in order to practise competently. It requires students to maintain a work-based record of competence, integral to their learning journey, as well as complete an exam at the end of the 6 month course.
Women in Healthcare Leadership Workshop Our Aims For This Workshop: Become clear about your leadership style and philosophy. Understanding how to navigate yourself and your team in a VUCA environment. How to communicate with presence and impact. Topic 1 Foundations For Effective Leadership Develop your leadership story – (know yourself) Your values, influences and leadership philosophy Clear vision and purpose as a leader Adapting style to suit the context Topic 2 Leading Through Rapid Change (Uncertainty) Exploring the VUCA environment (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) Understanding the psychological process of change Resilience and stress management Topic 3 Communication Skills For Influential Leaders How to prepare to be present so you have a presence Explore and understand your own innate communication style Importance of voice, pace, trust, and rapport THE FACILITATOR Ruth Sangale Ruth has 20 years HR and OD experience in the public and private sectors, leaving the NHS in 2012 to set up her own business “Enjoy Work” and specialise in Creative Leadership development and executive coaching. She works internationally coaching and running residential leadership programs for global organisations such as UNICEF, WHO, UN Women, and PLAN International and charitable NGOs in a range of countries including, Afghanistan, Brazil, India, Kenya, and Belize. In the UK she designs and delivers workshops for mostly the NHS, on topics such as career development, resilience and positive psychology, feedback skills, coaching skills for leaders and team development. She is an ICF-accredited coach and has an M Sc in Innovation, Creativity and Leadership. In her work she uses creative tools such as drama, visualization, drawing, mindfulness and storytelling to stimulate creative thinking and develop leadership capability. She has two daughters and in her free time loves hiking, climbing mountains and salsa dancing. THE PANEL Sam Foster - Chief Nursing Officer - Oxford University Teaching Hospitals Sam joined the Board of Oxford University Hospitals NHSFT in September 2017 as an experienced Chief Nurse who previously worked at the Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust where she held the role of Chief Nurse for four years. Sam has also worked in a number of Trusts in clinical, operational and educational roles. Sam's portfolio includes the professional leadership and education of over 5,000 Nurses, Midwives and AHPs. In addition to the Executive leadership of the Trust Facilities and PFI Services, she is accountable for the Estates and delivery of the capital program. Sam leads the Urgent Care program across the Oxfordshire system. Avey Bhatia - Chief Nursing Officer - Guys & St Thomas’ NHS Trust Avey Bhatia is Chief Nurse at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Trust. Avey returned to the Trust as Chief Nurse in November 2020, having trained as a critical care nurse at St Thomas’ in the early part of her career. Avey qualified in 1991 and her clinical experience includes theatres, general intensive care, coronary care and cardiothoracic nursing. She held various staff nurse and sister posts at hospitals in London before becoming Chief Nurse and Director of Infection Prevention and Control at St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in 2017. Avey holds a postgraduate diploma in health services management and a Masters in Public Administration. She is also the Trust’s Director of Patient Experience, and the executive lead for adults’ and children’s safeguarding, and for infection, prevention and control. Beyond Guy’s and St Thomas’, Avey is Vice President for the Florence Nightingale Foundation and Honorary Vice President of The Nightingale Fellowship. She is a Trustee for the St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group. Caroline Alexander CBE - Group Chief Nurse - Barts NHS Trust Caroline graduated as a nurse in 1987 from Edinburgh University (BSc/RGN) and has an MSc in Nursing Studies from South Bank University (2001). From 1987 to 1993 she specialised in nursing older people in Edinburgh and then London at Guy’s Hospital as a ward sister. Caroline then worked for the Foundation of Nursing Studies for three years supporting nurses to use research in practice. In 1998 Caroline returned to the NHS and worked in Tower Hamlets in a range of roles within older people’s services. In 2005, Caroline took up her first Director post, as Director of Nursing and Therapies within Tower Hamlets PCT. With the clustering of PCTs in London in 2011, she took on the Director of Nursing and Quality within NHS East London and the City initially and then within NHS North East London when the clusters merged in 2012. until she joined NHS England as Regional Chief Nurse for London in April 2013. Caroline took up her current role of Chief Nurse for Barts Health in March 2016. Caroline was a 2008 Florence Nightingale Leadership Scholar and has been awarded Honorary Doctorates from City, University of London in 2017, Middlesex University in 2018 and University of East London in 2021. She is a Trustee of the Foundation of Nursing Studies. In 2020 she was made a CBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours. Who will attend? Emerging Leaders looking to step into management roles Current Leaders looking to progress into senior management roles This workshop is open to any woman who works in health care and wants to take her next step in their career; women include trans women and non-binary people who are comfortable in a female-centered group. Group Rate Discounts 2-3 people, 7% discount 4+ people, 20% discount We have two group rates which you can take advantage of depending on the size of the group you wish to book: Option 1️⃣ Groups between 2 & 3 are eligible for the 7% Discount. Please use this code at checkout: GROUP 2+ Option 2️⃣ For groups of over 4+ attendees, the eligible discount is 20%. Please use this code at checkout: GROUP 4+ Where do I add the discount code?
This course provides the necessary knowledge and skills to facilitate development in palliative and end of life care.
Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) treatments Nationally Recognised Qualification No previous experience or qualifications needed Open College Network Accreditation Level 4 (as required for minimally invasive procedures) Covers standards set by HEE Employed (salon) or Self-Employed opportunities Basic understanding of English language required OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS
Immerse yourself in a comprehensive one-day virtual update course dedicated to diabetes, tailored for healthcare professionals already actively engaged in this field. This engaging program is open to all registered healthcare practitioners, encompassing General Practitioners, Pharmacists, Paramedics, Practice Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, and Nursing Assistants. Upon completion of this enlightening day, participants will emerge with heightened confidence in their ability to practice with up-to-the-minute proficiency in managing diabetes. This course covers the latest trends in diabetes management, encompassing a thorough understanding of cutting-edge pharmacological interventions utilised in diabetes care. Agenda (Please note that this outline provides a general overview and may experience minor adjustments.) 09:15 - Coffee and Registration 09:30 - Introduction and Course Objectives 09:45 - Comprehensive Update on Diabetes Classifications 10:00 - Key Statistical Insights 10:15 - Unraveling Metabolic Syndrome 11:00 - Coffee Break 11:20 - Navigating Diabetes Prevention 12:00 - Unpacking Diagnostic Criteria 12:45 - Lunch Break 13:30 - Guideline Refinements in Diabetes Management 14:15 - Effective Support for Lifestyle Modifications 14:30 - Exploring Pharmacological Approaches 15:30 - In-depth Study of Insulin and Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) 16:00 - A Holistic View of Hypoglycemia and its Management 16:15 - Real-world Case Studies 16:30 - Session Conclusion Anticipated Learning Outcomes · Revitalize and reinforce your comprehension of diabetes. · Scrutinize novel and ongoing trends in diabetes management. · Stay current with the latest pharmacological advances in diabetes care. · Foster open dialogues addressing practical challenges and their remedies. · Recognize the significance of continuous professional development and the apt handling of concerns. Elevate your expertise and proficiency in diabetes management with this immersive update course, designed to empower healthcare professionals in the realm of primary care.
This course, worth 30 hours of verifiable CPD, will demonstrate your ability to grade and reflect upon your impression technique and demonstrate competence to take impressions unsupervised under prescription. Learn about the Cavity Training Impression Taking Course The course is suited to nurses who aspire to treat patients directly and to take impressions or scan for impressions under the prescription of a registered dentist or clinical dental technician. To enrol, you must be GDC-registered, work in surgery and hold indemnity insurance. (extended duties) You will need a GDC registered dental professional able and willing to supervise you. You also need to complete an Anaphylaxis Awareness course – we offer a free CPD course for this. Frequently Asked Questions How long is the course? The course duration is 2 to 6 months. When are the classes held? You will attend a live webinar class for two Saturday mornings. Is there an exam at the end? There is no exam at the end, you need to successfully complete 24 assessments with your practice mentor and a complete a 500 word dissertation. What qualifications do I need to start the course? Preferable English and Maths level 4 and above, you must also be GDC registered. What opportunities for progression is there? This qualification allows candidates to further progress onto various post registration qualifications or career opportunities, such as: The Certificates in Orthodontic Nursing Extending a career in prosthetics. Training as a Lab Technician Course Dates 13th - 27th April 2024 9:30am - 1:30pm 11th - 25th May 2024 9:30am - 1:30pm 8th - 22nd June 2024 9:30am - 1:30pm 13th - 27th July 2024 9:30am - 1:30pm 3rd - 17th August 2024 9:30am - 1:30pm 7th - 21st September 2024 9:30am - 1:30pm Costs £180.00 per person (inc. VAT) Please choose from one of the course dates above. Each course is 2 days. The dates above indicate the 2 days of the course.