DEVELOPMENT
Continuing professional development (CPD)
Lifelong learning is critical for career progression in. Employees should take advantage of the vast number of professional development agencies in the North West:
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) NICE is known for providing evidence-based guidance, but it also offers training and resources for healthcare professionals. This includes learning programmes and CPD courses focused on the application of NICE guidelines in practice, as well as resources related to quality improvement and patient care. The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) The RCN is a professional body for nurses that provides CPD opportunities, training, and career development support. They offer a range of resources, including online courses, webinars, conferences, and certification programmes to support nurses' professional growth and leadership skills. The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) The RCP provides a range of CPD opportunities, training, and qualifications for medical professionals. They offer a wide array of courses, including those on quality improvement, and evidence-based practice for clinicians in all specialties The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges (AoMRC) The AoMRC represents the medical royal colleges in the UK and provides CPD opportunities for doctors across various specialities. They offer training, fellowships, and
NHS Health Careers Provides guidance on CPD activities, including on-the-job learning, courses, workshops, volunteering, and e-learning. Offers resources for personal development planning and portfolio development. NHS Learning Hub Offers a curated collection of professional development resources and study aids from trusted bodies, specifically designed for primary care staff and learners. NHS Employers NHS Employers supports NHS organisations in workforce management, and it offers resources and development programmes and support to improve NHS workforce culture and management practices. NHS Leadership Academy Provides leadership development programs for NHS staff, including courses and resources aimed at enhancing leadership skills at all levels within the organisation. Regional NHS leadership academies These regional academies offer leadership development initiatives tailored to the specific needs of NHS staff in different areas of the UK. They work closely with local NHS trusts to provide bespoke CPD opportunities for healthcare leaders. Here are the links to some of the key regional leadership academies:
initiatives designed to help medical professionals improve their leadership capabilities and practice.
North West Leadership Academy London Leadership Academy North East and Yorkshire Leadership Academy Midlands Leadership Academy South East Leadership Academy South West Leadership Academy
The British Medical Association (BMA) The BMA offers a variety of career support, professional development resources, and programmes for doctors in the NHS. They provide courses on topics such as medical leadership, career progression, and well-being for healthcare professionals.
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