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SUMMARY:HR Bite Size: Managing Employees with Mental Health Concerns
DESCRIPTION:Supporting employees with mental health challenges is both a legal and moral responsibility. This session will focus on recognising issues\, providing support\, and ensuring compliance with equality legislation. \nAims\nTo help participants to build confidence with managing employees with mental health concerns fairly\, effectively and compassionately. \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand the legal framework for management mental health in the workplace.\nLearn best practices for supporting and managing employees with mental health concerns.\nFeel confident in effectively supporting and managing employees with mental health concerns.
URL:https://bswtraininghub.nhs.uk/event/hr-bite-size-managing-employees-with-mental-health-concerns-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wessex LMCs":MAILTO:lead@wessexlmcs.org.uk
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SUMMARY:BSW Virtual Diabetes Bitesize Education "Managing oral and GLP-1 therapy in people with Type 2 Diabetes" with Wiltshire Diabetes Specialist Nurse Michele Jones
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the return of Diabetes Bitesize Education.  \nThe 2026 programme will offer key insights into managing Type 2 diabetes from leading specialists. \nAll presentations will be 30 minutes followed by 10 minutes for questions. \nWe look forward to seeing you. \nThursday 16th April 2026 13:00-13:40 – Managing oral and GLP-1 therapy in people with Type 2 Diabetes – presented by Michele Jones Diabetes Specialist Nurse Wiltshire.  \n\nCommunicating risks of raised HbA1c to patients.\nMatching food intake to treatment.\nThe cost of clinical inertia: When to move to insulin.\nTreating the whole person: how to use the NICE guidance.\nTreating to individualised targets.\nWhen to start and stop treatment.\n\n  \nThis event will be hosted on MS Teams. To register for this event\, please contact us using the email address below.
URL:https://bswtraininghub.nhs.uk/event/bsw-virtual-diabetes-bitesize-education-managing-oral-and-glp-1-therapy-in-people-with-type-2-diabetes-with-wiltshire-diabetes-specialist-nurse-michele-jones/
LOCATION:Dorset
CATEGORIES:Diabetes
ORGANIZER;CN="Bath 3-D Integrated Diabetes Care%2C Bath":MAILTO:ruh-tr.diabetesprojectsupport@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T093000
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SUMMARY:Examination of the Neurological System for the Primary Care Practitioner
DESCRIPTION:This practical\, interactive session is designed to support Practice Nurses and Allied Health Professionals in updating their knowledge and clinical skills in neurological assessment. Whether you’re returning to practice\, expanding your scope\, or simply looking to sharpen your techniques\, this refresher offers clear\, structured guidance in a supportive learning environment. \nAims\nThis training aims to equip participants with the skills to undertake a focused and clinically relevant neurological history\, develop a clear understanding of the six key components of a neurological examination\, and enhance their ability to distinguish between normal and abnormal findings. \nAdditionally\, the session will support learners in recognising red flag signs and symptoms that may indicate serious or urgent neurological conditions. \nObjectives\nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nRefresh their knowledge of the history-taking process\, with a focus on neurological symptom analysis.\nAssess a patient’s mental status effectively.\nPerform an examination of the cranial nerves and reflexes.\nConduct a thorough assessment of motor and sensory function.\nEvaluate coordination and gait as part of a comprehensive neurological examination.\n\nContent\n\nBasic Anatomy and Physiology Quiz\nA short\, interactive quiz to refresh your understanding of the fundamental anatomy and physiology relevant to the neurological system.\nPhysical Examination of the Neurological System\nA step-by-step guide to conducting a structured neurological examination\, including mental status\, cranial nerves\, motor and sensory assessment\, reflexes\, coordination\, and gait.\nKey Takeaway Messages for Clinical Practice\nPractical tips and essential points to apply immediately in your day-to-day clinical assessments\, helping to reinforce learning and support confident practice.\n\nPlaces are limited to ensure an optimal\, focused learning experience for attendees. \nPrevious Delegate Feedback\n“A good summary of basic neurology and normal examination. Great presentation from a very knowledgeable trainer” 
URL:https://bswtraininghub.nhs.uk/event/examination-of-the-neurological-system-for-the-primary-care-practitioner/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wessex LMCs":MAILTO:lead@wessexlmcs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T093000
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SUMMARY:Fire Warden Training
DESCRIPTION:This training is suitable for Practice Managers\, Supervisors\, Fire Wardens requiring initial or refresher training\, or any member of staff who has a specific responsibility towards fire safety. \nAims\nThis interactive and comprehensive virtual course has been designed to assist practices in meeting their legal obligations under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 \nObjectives\nThe course provides the necessary knowledge to enable those personnel who successfully complete it to carry out the duties of a Fire Warden in a professional and competent manner. \nContent\nThe course syllabus includes the following topics: \n\nFire legislation – The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005\nFire Risk Assessments\nCommon causes of fire\nIncidence of fire in healthcare and causes\nThe nature of fire and chemistry of combustion\nFire alarms\nFire prevention\nRoles and duties of a fire warden\nThe main causes and effects of fires in the workplace\nActions on the outbreak of a fire\nIdentification and use of fire extinguishers\nEmergency evacuation procedures\nSafety features within buildings\n\nPrevious Delegate Feedback\n“Watching the real life videos brought it home\, especially linking it to NHS premises”
URL:https://bswtraininghub.nhs.uk/event/fire-warden-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wessex LMCs":MAILTO:lead@wessexlmcs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T123000
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SUMMARY:Skin Assessment and Common Dermatological Conditions
DESCRIPTION:This engaging refresher session is designed for Practice Nurses and Allied Health Professionals looking to enhance their skills in skin assessment and the recognition and management of common dermatological conditions. \nAims\nThis training session aims to equip participants with the skills to take a focused dermatological history\, assess the morphology\, configuration\, and distribution of skin lesions\, and develop an understanding of common dermatological conditions and their management. \nThe session will also enable participants to recognise red flag signs and symptoms that may indicate more serious skin conditions requiring specialist referral. \nObjectives\nBy the end of this training session\, participants will be able to: \n\nConduct a focused dermatological history to guide clinical assessment.\nAccurately assess and describe skin lesions using correct terminology related to morphology\, configuration\, and distribution.\nIdentify and manage common dermatological conditions encountered in primary care.\nRecognise red flag signs and symptoms that warrant further investigation or referral to specialist care.\nApply foundational knowledge of skin anatomy to support clinical reasoning and diagnosis.\nImplement practical assessment techniques confidently in routine practice.\n\nContent\n\nBasic Anatomy\nA refresher on the structure and function of the skin\, supporting accurate assessment and diagnosis.\nSkin Assessment\nTechniques for examining the skin\, including how to describe and document lesion morphology\, distribution\, and configuration.\nCommon Dermatological Conditions\nOverview of frequently encountered skin conditions in primary care\, along with their recognition and management strategies.\nTake-Home Messages\nKey clinical insights and practical tips to reinforce learning and support effective application in practice.\n\nPrevious Delegate Feedback\n“Very informative and helpful in building confidence with skin problems” 
URL:https://bswtraininghub.nhs.uk/event/skin-assessment-and-common-dermatological-conditions/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wessex LMCs":MAILTO:lead@wessexlmcs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T113000
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SUMMARY:New to Leadership in Primary Care
DESCRIPTION:This session has been designed for those new and aspiring leaders within general practice\, including those in supervisory positions. \nAims\nTo enable delegates to understand the challenges facing primary care and the wider NHS. It introduces an array of leadership styles\, approaches and shows learners how to apply the NHS leadership model to their work. \nObjectives\n\nGain an understanding of the challenges managers face in primary care\nLearn the differences between leaders and managers\nAppreciate the role of the leader in general practice\nUnderstand the various leadership styles that can be used\nGain a broad understanding of the NHS leadership model\n\nContent\n\nLeaders and managers\nLeadership styles\nSituational leadership\nLeadership models\nManagement and leadership skills\n\nPrevious Delegate Feedback\n“The course leader was very interactive and easy to follow”
URL:https://bswtraininghub.nhs.uk/event/new-to-leadership-in-primary-care/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wessex LMCs":MAILTO:lead@wessexlmcs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T165103
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SUMMARY:Vaccinations and Immunisations Half Day Update
DESCRIPTION:This half day update will cover all that nurses need to know in the way of children’s and adult’s immunisations and vaccinations. This is a generic update aimed at clinicians who provide the full range of childhood and adult immunisations covered in the routine UK schedules. It will provide clinicians with the latest guidance on national immunisation programmes and demonstrate the tools and resources available to manage common incidents and educate patients.  Delegates are advised to have attended annual resuscitation training\, which should include anaphylaxis care. \nAims\nWe will cover the recommended topics for annual immunisation update training within the National Minimum Standards: \n\nCurrent issues in vaccination\nRecent epidemiology of vaccine preventable diseases\nAny changes to the National Immunisation Schedule\nAny changes to legislation relevant to vaccination\nAnaphylaxis recognition and management\nReview of current practice and identification of areas for improvement\n\nPlus we will have a Q&A session for commonly encountered problems in practice. \nThe training can be supported in practice using the: UKHSA_National_Minimum_Standards_for_immunisation_training_2025.pdf \nObjectives\nThis course meets Public Health England’s National Minimum Standards for Immunisation Training and includes any new and upcoming changes.
URL:https://bswtraininghub.nhs.uk/event/vaccinations-and-immunisations-half-day-update-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wessex LMCs":MAILTO:lead@wessexlmcs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T103000
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SUMMARY:How to Handle Conversations with Patients on Social Media
DESCRIPTION:This session is beneficial for any staff in general practice responsible for social media. \nAims\nAngry online comments\, Facebook Groups\, trolls\, words to put shivers down any Practice Manager’s spine. This ‘general practice exclusive’ session explores the reasons behind negative patient comments together with practical\, tried and tested techniques to handle a range of patient comments made on your social media channels. \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand why people complain online but why this is helpful to your practice\nLearn how to spot what type of comment you’re dealing with and how to respond to it\nLearn how you can help ‘spectator’ patients at the same time when you respond\nDiscover the safety features you can use and other tactics for handling the most trickiest of comments\nUnderstand the difference in approach when it comes to comments on your Facebook Pages vs other online forums such as Facebook Groups.\n\nContent\n\nWhy patients complain online\nTypes of comments and how to respond\nManaging your audience\nPractical techniques for handling tricky comments\nSafety tools\nPages vs. Groups – what’s different?
URL:https://bswtraininghub.nhs.uk/event/how-to-handle-conversations-with-patients-on-social-media/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wessex LMCs":MAILTO:lead@wessexlmcs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T165103
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) for HCAs
DESCRIPTION:This course has been designed for those HCAs supporting Long Term Condition reviews in relation to cardiovascular disease and hypertension. The day will offer an insight into vascular disease and the management of related conditions including hypertension. There will be focus on health promotion and change management to support the patient in self-care and the HCA will be competent to manage the consultation with a greater understanding of the relevance  of data collection and how this impacts on the future health planning. \nObjectives\nThe objectives of this live-online\, trainer led session are to: \n\nHave an appreciation of cardiovascular disease as an ‘umbrella’ term\nAccurately record a BP or ECG\nHave knowledge of CVD risk factors and when to escalate to a clinician\nBe able to support the patient with disease management\nRecognise ‘red flags’ and know when to refer to a clinician\nAccurately complete data templates for QoF\n\nContent\nDuring this session we will be covering: \n\nA&P of the heart\nWhat is CVD?\nRecording a blood pressure\nThe annual review\nThe value of blood tests\nECG recording\nResources and guidelines
URL:https://bswtraininghub.nhs.uk/event/introduction-to-cardiovascular-disease-cvd-for-hcas/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wessex LMCs":MAILTO:lead@wessexlmcs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T165103
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Vaccinations and Immunisations 2 Days
DESCRIPTION:This is a multi-day event. \n\nDay 1 – 24 March 2026\nDay 2 – 25 March 2026\n\nPlease ensure you are able to attend all the above dates before booking. \nIntroduction\nThis training is aimed at Practice Nurses who are new to providing immunisations and will be providing the full range of childhood and adult immunisations covered in the routine UK schedules.  It will provide nurses with the latest guidance on national immunisation programmes\, anaphylaxis and demonstrate the tools and resources available to manage common incidents and educate patients. Foundation training and updates are tailored to suit the requirements of the delegates to their specific area of practice and the vaccine(s) that they deliver. \nObjectives\nDuring this session we will cover: \n\nCurrent issues in immunisation\nRecent epidemiology of vaccine preventable disease\nAny changes to vaccine recommendations or national policy\nUpdate on vaccine ordering\, storage and administration\nAny changes to legislation relevant to vaccination\nReview of current practice\, recent vaccine incidents and identification of areas for improvement\n\nWe will also look at baby imms\, and where appropriate HPV/Shingles and other routine vaccines \nPrevious Delegate Feedback\n“I really liked having advice on accessing additional information. Great group interaction to learn from other clinicians experiences and knowledge.”
URL:https://bswtraininghub.nhs.uk/event/introduction-to-vaccinations-and-immunisations-2-days/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wessex LMCs":MAILTO:lead@wessexlmcs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T163000
DTSTAMP:20260424T165103
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults (Level 3 for Nurses & GPs in Primary Care) 👨👩‍🦰
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is suitable for: Nurses & GPs. \nOverview: \nAs professionals you frequently work with people in their moments of greatest need\, witness health and social inequalities which have a direct effect on the lives of the people you care for. The sensitivity to personalisation is particularly relevant to adult safeguarding. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. \nOutcomes: \nThis one-day workshop has been designed around the knowledge and competency requirements for Safeguarding Level 3 (as detailed in the Intercollegiate Document 2019) and will cover the following: \n\nTo know how to communicate effectively with adults\, & to know how to ensure that they have the opportunity to participate in decisions affecting them as appropriate to their age & ability\nTo know how to contribute to/formulate & communicate effective management plans for adults who have been maltreated within a multidisciplinary approach\nTo know how to ensure the processes & legal requirements are appropriately undertaken\, where relevant to role\nTo know how to assess training requirements & contribute to departmental updates\nTo know how to deliver & receive supervision within effective models of supervision &/or peer review\nTo know how to\, (where relevant to role) appropriately contribute to Practice Reviews\nDraws on professional knowledge of what constitutes adult abuse\, harm or neglect to support others in fulfilling their adult safeguarding duties\nUndertakes capacity assessments within the framework of the relevant legislation\nDiscusses the situation with the person\, documents & reports concerns\, recording the wishes & views of the adult at risk.\nUnderstands purpose & process of case reviews & lessons learnt.\nAttends relevant multidisciplinary meetings to present supporting evidence within relevant information sharing protocols.\nWorks with other professionals & agencies\, with adults & their families where there are safeguarding concerns in risk management & protection.\nUndertakes clinical supervision & provides support for other staff\n\nContent: \n\nSafeguarding legislation – the Framework\nSix principles approach\nMaking safeguarding personal\nCategories of Adult Abuse\nWhat to do if there are concerns about adult abuse\, harm and neglect\, including local policies and procedures\nThe importance of co-operation\, sharing information (including the consequences of failing to do so)\nAwareness of the relevance and impact of mental capacity legislation in adult safeguarding\nThe impact of abuse\, harm and neglect on personal identity\nThe legal\, professional\, and ethical responsibilities\nBest practice in documentation\, record keeping\, and data protection issues in relation to information sharing for safeguarding purposes\nThe guidance related to participation in safeguarding enquiries and reviews\nThe professional duty to report crime in line with organisational and professional guidance
URL:https://bswtraininghub.nhs.uk/event/safeguarding-vulnerable-adults-level-3-for-nurses-gps-in-primary-care/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Network for Practices":MAILTO:admin@networkforpractices.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260303T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T165103
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SUMMARY:HCA Induction Course Clinical Skills - Face to Face
DESCRIPTION:This is a multi-day (non-consecutive) event. \n\nDay 1 – Tuesday 03 March 2026 09:30 to 16:00\nDay 2 – Wednesday 04 March 2026 09:30 to 16:00\nDay 3 – Thursday 16 April 2026 – Half day follow-up over Zoom 09:30 to 12:30\n\nPlease ensure you are able to attend all the above dates before booking. \nIntroduction\nThis course has been designed specifically for Health Care Assistants working in general practice and recognises the extensive clinical skills and competencies required in their role. Following the two core days\, there will be a half day zoom workshop to refresh and consolidate skills.  Please Note: It is important you attend all 3 sessions (2.5 days in total). \nAims\nThe interactive two days face to face training will cover several core subjects and provide a competency framework for each area of learning to complete with mentorship back in the workplace. Using a blend of resources such as quizzes\, case studies and group discussion\, the teaching will be both fun and informative. \nObjectives\nEach HCA who attends the course will receive their own personal Development Portfolio and induction framework that they can use as a working document to store their evidence of learning. This will become invaluable as their growing skill set show cases their contribution to General practice. Prior to this course the HCA will receive a Preceptorship document as a working tool to enable some in-house development and prepare them for the course. Please bring this document with you to the course. \nDay One:\n\nThe role of the HCA\nClinical Governance in Practice\nIssue of Portfolios and how to use them\nWorking with your mentors for sign off\nChaperone training\n\nCompetency framework\n\n\nThe Deteriorating patient; monitoring in General Practice\nPulse / Temp/ Resps / O2 sats / Urinalysis\nBlood pressure monitoring and Hypertension\n\nCompetency framework\n\n\n\nDay Two:\n\nRecording an E.C.G\n\nCompetency framework\n\n\nAn Overview of Diabetes (the annual review)\n\nCompetency framework\n\n\nDiabetes foot checks\n\nCompetency Framework\n\n\nRemoval of Stitches and Staples\n\nCompetency framework\n\n\n\nDay Three: Half Day on ZOOM\n\nEvaluation of competencies and “Putting it into practice”\nEffective team communication\nReflective writing\nWhat’s next: opportunities and courses to develop.\nInteractive Quiz to refresh and update all your learning\nFinish\n\nPrevious Delegate Feedback\n“We worked in groups which meant we could pool our knowledge and gain from each other whilst building good working friendship/relationships”
URL:https://bswtraininghub.nhs.uk/event/hca-induction-course-clinical-skills-face-to-face/
LOCATION:Rownhams House\, Betteridge Drive\, Southampton\, Hampshire\, SO16 8LS\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wessex LMCs":MAILTO:lead@wessexlmcs.org.uk
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