Lancashire and South Cumbria Training Hub

Chaperoning
2026-01-14 09:30 - 12:30 (Europe/London)
OVERVIEW
The course aims to really expand the understanding and knowledge of chaperoning in primary care. The course examines the problematic stereotypes of which patients will be offered a chaperone and in which circumstances.
We then go on to examine the roles and responsibilities of chaperones, including developing their knowledge as to an extended definition of intimate examinations, where to stand, what to say and do.
We also discuss what information should be reported after a chaperoning consultation and their role in the event of a complaint being made.
AIMS

Clarifying definitions

The concept of ‘intimacy’

Roles and responsibilities of the partners and the chaperone

What the chaperone should be looking for whilst present

Issues of consent: when and how it should be gained

Risk areas in conducting intimate examinations

Challenges to the gmcs ‘same sex chaperone’ guidance,

The themes to be addressed in a practice chaperone policy

Reporting concerns

Providing a chaperoning policy

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Non-Clinical Primary Care Staff
WHAT DO I NEED?

MS TEAMS (join on the app or online)

Pen/Paper

Preferably a camera and mic to participate

HOW LONG IS THE COURSE?
3 hours (Virtual)
HOW TO JOIN?
You will receive an email a couple of days prior to the event with all training materials and a link to join the MS Teams training session.
By signing up you agree for your information to be stored and shared by the Training hub, with the Training Provider and with NHSE and ICB, for the delivery of this training, monitoring, reporting and certification purposes only.

Interpreting Paediatric spirometry
2026-01-14 09:30 - 12:30, 2026-01-28 09:30 - 12:30
This is a 3 hour Teams session with Tracy Kirk for general practice staff.
These sessions are fully funded for staff working in General Practice in Lancashire and South Cumbria. If you work outside of this area, please select a ‘Non funded ticket’ option.
All bookings are subject to a 14-day cancellation policy. Please see the listing for details of the cancellation policy and cancellation fees.
Please note there is pre-reading to complete prior to each session which will take approximately 3 hours and post session there will be some e-learning to complete which will take between 6 and 10 hours. Please ensure you book time to complete this prior to the session. The pre-reading will be released approximately 12 days prior to the session.
If you have any additional needs or requirements to attend these sessions, then please contact us.

You will receive a certificate post-training for your attendance.
If you have any additional needs or requirements to attend this session, please contact us at mbpcc.lscthub@nhs.net

By signing up you agree for your information to be stored and shared by the Training Hub and with the Training Provider, NHSE and NHS ICB, for the delivery of this training, monitoring, reporting and certification purposes only.

University of Salford's Enhanced Practice Webinars - What Enhanced Practice is and Why It Matters
2026-01-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-27 15:00 - 16:00 | Online event
Click on the link to find out more and book your place.
What Enhanced Practice is and Why It Matters

Interpreting Adult Spirometry
2026-01-15 09:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-04 09:30 - 12:30

Group Mentoring for Managers - Cohort 6
2026-01-15 11:30 - 13:00
As a Manager, or an Assistant Manager who aspires to become a Practice Manager, there are times when we need a little extra help. The offer is for group mentorship with a long standing experienced manager and qualified coach. This is a safe and confidential space to bring your thoughts and worries to take part in a facilitated conversation.

Each group of 12 will be offered 4 sessions. Each session is 1 ½ hours in length. After each session they will be sent a write up of the sessions and anything relevant handouts as discussed in the session. If they cannot attend a session they will still get all of the handouts and write ups as they are part of the group. It is an interactive session- they must attend with a working camera and microphone as this is mentorship- so they will be talking and interacting. Everything discussed is confidential within the sessions.
We are putting on 4 sessions. You must sign up to all 4 sessions even if unable to attend all – simply select the date from the drop down box.Please do not share this link with anyone as all participants must be approved

SESSIONS
1) Thursday 15th January 11.30am -1.00pm Juggling time:
This session will look at juggling our time to complete everything – delegation and ways to manage time in the management role. Please bring with you your stories and areas that you want to discuss.
2) Wednesday 28th January 11.30am-1.00pm Finance:
This session works through finance questions that you have – from understanding your GMS statement to how to make the surgery more profitable. Please bring your questions and discussion topics with you.
3) Thursday 12th February 9.30am -11.00am HR situations for discussion:
This session is a safe space to come with all of the questions that you have on HR – from partnership issues to staff disciplinary and grievances. Please bring your questions and discussion topics with you.
4) Tuesday 24th February 12 noon- 1.30pm Resilience :
This session works through managers trying to remain resilient in challenging times – hints and tips. Please bring your questions and discussion topics with you.
Although the headline subjects are in place- the mentees are able to ask burning questions if they have had a difficult situation that week etc.

Lead Nurse Forum
2026-01-15 13:00 - 14:00
We host a Virtual Forum for PCN Lead Nurses/Representatives, once a month (day and time changes monthly to allow accessibility to all).
The Forum provides useful resources, regular update of communications from local Integrated Care Board such as Infection Control and Safeguarding and National Steer. It allows nurses to share best practice and innovation across the system, collectively raise any nurse issues and provides peer support.

As part of the General Practice Nurse Programme in Lancashire and South Cumbria, we have funding for a Lead Nurse in Primary Care Networks to join our collaborative. The collaborative is continuing the work from the GPN10PP to collectively work together to support all nurses in Primary Care.

PCN Lead Nurse Forum
2026-01-15 13:00 - 14:00
We host a Virtual Forum for PCN Lead Nurses/Representatives, once a month (day and time changes monthly to allow accessibility to all).
The Forum provides useful resources, regular update of communications from local Integrated Care Board such as Infection Control and Safeguarding and National Steer. It allows nurses to share best practice and innovation across the system, collectively raise any nurse issues and provides peer support.

As part of the General Practice Nurse Programme in Lancashire and South Cumbria, we have funding for a Lead Nurse in Primary Care Networks to join our collaborative. The collaborative is continuing the work from the GPN10PP to collectively work together to support all nurses in Primary Care.
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Performing Paediatric Spirometry
2026-01-20 09:30 - 12:30

Spirometry Skills Workshop
2026-01-20 10:00 - 13:00
Event Description

Available throughout the year at Fatima Health Centre, 228 Garstang Rd, Fulwood, Preston PR2 9QB (1st Floor)
The session will include verification of the spirometer using a 3 litre syringe and an opportunity to practice performing spirometry with an experienced clinical educator.

The workshops welcome General Practice Nurses, Health Care Assistants, Nursing Associates, Trainee Nursing Associates, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Student Nurses, Student Nurse Paramedics, Physician Associates… anyone with a clinical role within Primary Care that is already trained in spirometry

PLEASE BRING A DISPOSIBLE MOUTHPIECE TO THE SESSION

Please note this workshop is not a formal training session and the purpose is to support delegates in building on knowledge and skills already learnt from previous formal training.

Delegates must join the session from the start time and leave once they feel they have gained enough from the workshop: there is no requirement to stay for the full 3 hours.

If you have any additional needs or requirements to attend these sessions, then please contact us.

You will receive a certificate post-training for your attendance.
If you have any additional needs or requirements to attend this session, please contact us at mbpcc.lscthub@nhs.net

By signing up you agree for your information to be stored and shared by the Training Hub and with the Training Provider, NHSE and NHS ICB, for the delivery of this training, monitoring, reporting and certification purposes only.

Immunisation and Vaccination Annual Update Training for Primary Care
2026-01-21 09:30 - 13:30
Event Description

The Immunisation and Vaccination Update provides an annual update of current practice in relation to the immunisation schedules in primary care using PHE guidance.
This training includes NHS Travel Vaccines given for free under the Crown Scheme and does not include travel vaccines outside this schedule
This course is not suitable as foundation training and is only an update and does not cover anaphylaxis or basic life support. This must be completed separately.
This course is for Clinical Experienced Vaccinators, and those who have already been vaccinating and does not include non-clinical Covid only Vaccinators.

The course is designed around the updated National Minimum Standards and the competency assessment tool.
Please see the link below for a copy of the competency assessment tool for registered practitioners: Immunisation Knowledge and Skills Competence Assessment Tool|Publications | Royal College of Nursing
This is an interactive session and you will be expected to interact. Please ensure you have a camera and microphone available to attend the meeting.

You will receive a certificate post training for your attendance. Places are limited, if you have booked a place, please ensure you attend.

If you have any additional needs or requirements to attend this session, please contact us at mbpcc.lscthub@nhs.net.
By signing up you agree for your information to be stored and shared by the Training Hub and with the Training Provider, NHSE and NHS ICB, for the delivery of this training, monitoring, reporting and certification purposes only.

Pelvic Health
2026-01-21 12:30 - 13:30
Event Description

This is a virtual session with a highly specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, covering physiotherapy as effective first-line management for pelvic floor symptoms throughout the lifespan, including conditions such as:

Urinary incontinence
Anal incontinence
Pelvic organ prolapse
Voiding issues
Pelvic pain
Dyspareunia

This is an interactive session and you will be expected to interact. Please ensure you have a camera and microphone available to attend the meeting.

You will receive a certificate post training for your attendance. Places are limited, if you have booked a place, please ensure you attend.
If you have any additional needs or requirements to attend this session, please contact us at mbpcc.lscthub@nhs.net
By signing up you agree for your information to be stored and shared by the Training Hub and with the Training Provider, NHSE and HEE, for the delivery of this training, monitoring, reporting and certification purposes only.

Performing Adult Spirometry
2026-01-22 09:30 - 12:30

MECC for Mental Health
2026-01-22 10:00 - 12:30
MECC for Mental Health

This course will provide you with information about how to use the Making Every Contact Count (MECC) approach, talking about mental health and where to direct people to within those conversations.

Aims of the Course

On completion you will understand:

How mental health and wellbeing affect people in every day settings.

How to feel confident in discussing mental health and wellbeing.

How to start and have a mental health and wellbeing conversation.

Mental health in the workplace.

Available mental health and wellbeing support and resources.

Who is the course aimed at ?

The course is not only aimed at individuals supporting people with their mental health and wellbeing, but also those whose roles might not traditionally have any mental health training but have the opportunity to discuss mental health and wellbeing. This could include settings such as libraries, gyms, charity support services, hairdressers, and other public facing settings. The course could also be used in the induction of new staff and volunteers across a variety of workplaces.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The MECC for Mental Health sessions are delivered free of charge to all participants who are registered via workforcetraining@activelancashire.org.uk and who work for organisations within Lancs & S Cumbria.

Late Arrival: If you arrive late for a session or you are absent from any session, we reserve the right to refuse access to the training session if we / trainer feels that you will gain insufficient knowledge or skills in the time remaining.

No Show: Candidates who do not turn up to the session / arrive too late to start the session / provide less than 2 days’ notice of cancellation may result in refused access to future training courses that are offered.

Where minimum numbers have not been met, we reserve the right to cancel/postpone courses where necessary.

COURSE INFORMATION/REQUIREMENTS

· Course Name: MECC for Mental Health on-line session via Teams.
· Please check your training records to ensure you have not already attended this session previously.
· Once you have been registered on a specific date and time, an e-mail will be sent to you to confirm your registration including a specific Teams Link.
· All places on a session are on a first come/first serve basis

Chaperoning in Primary Care
2026-01-27 09:30 - 12:30
This online Primary Care Chaperone course is designed for non-clinical staff who may be asked to act as chaperones and require formal training in intimate examinations.

GMC and CQC Aligned: This course meets strict standards set by the General Medical Council and Care Quality Commission, ensuring you receive training that complies fully with healthcare regulations.
Culturally Sensitive: We raise awareness of cultural diversity so chaperones can ensure all patients feel safe and respected, regardless of background or identity.
Interactive and Engaging: Delivered over three hours, our training encourages conversation, questions, and sharing of real-life examples.
Focused on Primary Care Settings: Unlike generic chaperone courses, ours is specifically tailored for general practice staff.
In-Depth Understanding of Intimate Examinations: Learn to appreciate each patient’s unique preferences and vulnerabilities, and become aware of unconscious biases that may affect patient comfort.
Safeguarding and Reporting: Understand your role in safeguarding and how to report any concerns or complaints raised before, during, or after the examination.

MMU's Leadership and Management Professional Degree Apprenticeship Insight Webinar
2026-01-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Online event
MMU’s webinar is for employers and employees to learn about this Health and Social Care focused apprenticeship with integrated NHS Leadership Academy Mary Seacole programme. Find out more about the webinar and book your place here.

Group Mentoring for Managers Cohort 6
2026-01-28 11:30 - 13:00
As a Manager, or an Assistant Manager who aspires to become a Practice Manager, there are times when we need a little extra help. The offer is for group mentorship with a long standing experienced manager and qualified coach. This is a safe and confidential space to bring your thoughts and worries to take part in a facilitated conversation.

Each group of 12 will be offered 4 sessions. Each session is 1 ½ hours in length. After each session they will be sent a write up of the sessions and anything relevant handouts as discussed in the session. If they cannot attend a session they will still get all of the handouts and write ups as they are part of the group. It is an interactive session- they must attend with a working camera and microphone as this is mentorship- so they will be talking and interacting. Everything discussed is confidential within the sessions.

We are putting on 4 sessions. You must sign up to all 4 sessions even if unable to attend all – simply select the date from the drop down box.
Please do not share this link with anyone as all participants must be approved

SESSIONS
1) Thursday 15th January 11.30am -1.00pm Juggling time:
This session will look at juggling our time to complete everything – delegation and ways to manage time in the management role. Please bring with you your stories and areas that you want to discuss.

2) Wednesday 28th January 11.30am-1.00pm Finance:
This session works through finance questions that you have – from understanding your GMS statement to how to make the surgery more profitable. Please bring your questions and discussion topics with you.

3) Thursday 12th February 9.30am -11.00am HR situations for discussion:
This session is a safe space to come with all of the questions that you have on HR – from partnership issues to staff disciplinary and grievances. Please bring your questions and discussion topics with you.

4) Tuesday 24th February 12 noon- 1.30pm Resilience :
This session works through managers trying to remain resilient in challenging times – hints and tips. Please bring your questions and discussion topics with you.
Although the headline subjects are in place- the mentees are able to ask burning questions if they have had a difficult situation that week etc.

This is an interactive session and you will be expected to interact. Please ensure you have a camera and microphone available to attend the meeting.

Places are limited, if you have booked a place, please ensure you attend.
If you are no longer able to attend, please cancel your place. If you are struggling with booking or cancelling your place, please contact us.
By signing up you agree for your information to be stored and shared by the Training hub and with the Training Provider and NHSE, for the delivery of this training, monitoring, reporting and certification purposes only.

Spirometry Skills Workshop - Preston
2026-01-30 13:30 - 16:30 | (1st Floor Conference Room) Fatima Health Centre, 228 Garstang Road, Preston, PR2 9QB, United Kingdom
Spirometry Skills Practice Workshop for Primary Care staff in Lancashire and South Cumbria
Available throughout the year at Fatima Health Centre, 228 Garstang Rd, Fulwood, Preston PR2 9QB (1st Floor)
The session will include verification of the spirometer using a 3 litre syringe and an opportunity to practice performing spirometry with an experienced clinical educator.

The workshops welcome General Practice Nurses, Health Care Assistants, Nursing Associates, Trainee Nursing Associates, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Student Nurses, Student Nurse Paramedics, Physician Associates… anyone with a clinical role within Primary Care that is already trained in spirometry

PLEASE BRING A DISPOSIBLE MOUTHPIECE TO THE SESSION
Part of the training involves active participation including performing spirometry. To take part in this you will need to complete the following consultation form on the day. Please review this form prior to attendance noting the contraindications. https://forms.office.com/e/HxTabgpaFJ

Please note this workshop is not a formal training session and the purpose is to support delegates in building on knowledge and skills already learnt from previous formal training.

Delegates must join the session from the start time and leave once they feel they have gained enough from the workshop: there is no requirement to stay for the full 3 hours.

If you have any additional needs or requirements to attend these sessions, then please contact us.

You will receive a certificate post-training for your attendance.
If you have any additional needs or requirements to attend this session, please contact us at mbpcc.lscthub@nhs.net

By signing up you agree for your information to be stored and shared by the Training Hub and with the Training Provider, NHSE and NHS ICB, for the delivery of this training, monitoring, reporting and certification purposes only.

Nurse Clinical Supervision Training
2026-02-02 11:30 - 13:00
This training event will enable you to reflect on and further develop your knowledge and skills necessary to your role as a locality clinical supervisor and relevant for clinical supervisors​​.
We have changed the format of this training based on feedback.
You will receive the training slides for this event 7 days prior to the scheduled date for you to read through and digest in your own time- please book some time to do this.
On the training day we will meet for 90 minutes to discuss clinical supervision and to answer any queries you have.
This training event will enable you to reflect on and further develop your knowledge and skills necessary to your role as a locality clinical supervisor and relevant for clinical supervisors​​
Aims

Have an increased knowledge and understanding of Clinical Supervision, linking theory to practice ​
Differentiate between Clinical Supervision and line/performance management and between Clinical Supervision and teaching​
Negotiate Clinical Supervision contracts and structure processes, accordingly, taking in to account individual learning styles
​Develop reflective interpersonal and supervisory skills such as: reflective practice; giving guidance, joint problem solving, and offering feedback to enable the development of effective supervisory relationships.​ ​​

This is an interactive session and you will be expected to interact. Please ensure you have a camera and microphone available to attend the meeting.

You will receive a certificate post training for your attendance. Places are limited, if you have booked a place, please ensure you attend.
If you are no longer able to attend, please cancel your place. If you are struggling with booking or cancelling your place, please contact us.
By signing up you agree for your information to be stored and shared by the Training hub and with the Training Provider, NHSE and HEE, for the delivery of this training, monitoring, reporting and certification purposes only.

University of Sheffield's Webinar for National Launch of Orthoptist Apprenticeship
2026-02-02 11:30 - 13:30 | Online event
This webinar is in partnership between NHSE and the British and Irish Orthoptic Society (BIOS). It aims to prepare Orthoptic service managers and apprenticeship/workforce leads for the introduction of the Orthoptist apprenticeshipnational programme commencing September 2026 via University of Sheffield. Please register for the webinar here.

Introduction to Immunisation and Vaccinations Training (Foundation from April 2025)
2026-02-03 09:30 - 16:30
Event Description

There are a number of elearning modules which must be completed prior to attending the online live training session.
Please ensure you have blocked some time in your diary to complete this online training. Details of which are below.

The training will take place on MS Teams.

The Immunisation and Vaccination Foundation is a blended learning programme.
This training includes NHS Travel Vaccine schedules.
This is for those new to providing Immunisation and Vaccinations
This course does not cover anaphylaxis or basic life support. This must be completed separately.

In line with the Public Health England (2025) Minimum Standards and Core Curriculum for Immunisation Training for Registered Healthcare Practitioners, we have developed a blended approach of both an e-learning and a face-to-face taught course which previously consisted of two full taught days. Those new to immunisation are required to receive comprehensive foundation immunisation training.

The programme website is:–https://portal.e-lfh.org.uk/myElearning/Index?HierarchyId=0_39333&programmeId=39333
The programme is free to access just register to use the e-lfh portal.

Immunology
Vaccine Preventable Disease relevant to your practice: Influenza, Shingles, Covid, Pneumococcal, Pertussis, Diphtheria, Tetanus, Polio, HiB, Meningitis, Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Rotavirus, Hep B, RSV (if applicable)
Communicating with Patients, Parents and Carers
Legal Aspects
Vaccine Storage
Vaccine Administration

Delegates will also be expected to complete a questionnaire post-session in order to receive a certificate of completion plus a quiz gaining a mark of over 80%.
Delegates will require a clinical supervisor in Practice to be able to sign off the competency assessment tool following the course- details of which are below
to ensure the delivery of the vaccines is safe and effective.
The supervisor assessing the practitioner must be a registered healthcare practitioner who is competent and experienced in delivering immunisation programmes.
UKHSA_National_Minimum_Standards_for_immunisation_training_2025.pdf

NOTE – for Non Registered Healthcare Professionals – BEFORE BOOKING PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU – have achieved education and training to Level Three of the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF)4 or equivalent in England and Wales with at least 2 years’ experience as recommended in The National Minimum Standards. These Standards are intended to support and facilitate high quality, safe delivery of the influenza, shingles and/or pneumococcal vaccination programmes. See here advice for HCA I & V Training.

This is an interactive session and you will be expected to interact. Please ensure you have a camera and microphone available to attend the meeting.

You will receive a certificate post training for your attendance. Places are limited, if you have booked a place, please ensure you attend.
If you have any additional needs or requirements to attend this session, please contact us at mbpcc.lscthub@nhs.net
By signing up you agree for your information to be stored and shared by the Training Hub and with the Training Provider, NHSE and NHS ICB, for the delivery of this training, monitoring, reporting and certification purposes only.

Ring Pessary Training
2026-02-03 12:30 - 13:45
Event Description

This is a virtual session to run through

Prolapse assessment​
Knowledge of indication and management involved in pessary care​
Removal and fitting of pessaries for routine changes​
Knowledge of how to manage complications of ring pessaries​
Assessment for ring pessary fitting​
Knowledge on alternatives to pessaries ​
Pessary self-management

This is an interactive session and you will be expected to interact. Please ensure you have a camera and microphone available to attend the meeting.

You will receive a certificate post training for your attendance. Places are limited, if you have booked a place, please ensure you attend.
If you are no longer able to attend, please cancel your place. If you are struggling with booking or cancelling your place, please contact us.
By signing up you agree for your information to be stored and shared by the Training hub and with the Training Provider, NHSE and HEE, for the delivery of this training, monitoring, reporting and certification purposes only.

Prerequisites

Please read the group clinical supervision agreement document which is attached to this event.
By attending the session you automatically consent to this agreement

Ovarian Cancer - Early Diagnosis
2026-02-03 14:00 - 15:00
This session will be delivered by representative from Ovacome, Ovarian Cancer Charity, alongside Karina Bidiss and Victoria Clare and is suitable for GPNs
Ovarian cancer is predominantly diagnosed at late stage in the UK and we have some of the poorest survival outcomes in Europe. Over 40% of women were diagnosed through presenting at A&E and many myths exist around diagnosis and symptoms. This training sessions will cover:
Signs and symptoms
Information about the disease that you need to know
Diagnosis, hereditary risk
Debunking myths
What treatment pathways follow diagnosis
Available support for you and patients
The local picture – what we know and what we want to see locally
Give you resources and information to pass on to your patients and their family members
Resources for patients who may face barriers to diagnosis (such as living in poverty, having low literacy or English as a second language)
This is an interactive session and you will be expected to interact. Please ensure you have a camera and microphone available to attend the meeting.
If you have any additional needs or requirements to attend this session, please contact us at mbpcc.lscthub@nhs.net
By signing up you agree for your information to be stored and shared by the Training Hub and with the Training Provider, NHSE and NHS ICB, for the delivery of this training, monitoring, reporting and certification purposes only.

University of Salford's Enhanced Practice Webinars - Myth-Busting 'Off-the-Job' Learning and other requirements
2026-02-03 15:00 - 16:00 | Online event
Click on the link to find out more and book your place.
Enhanced Practice Apprenticeships: Myth-Busting ‘Off-the-Job’ Learning and other requirements

Influenza, Shingles, Pneumococcal, RSV Vaccination and B12 Administration Update Training (this does not include Covid)
2026-02-06 09:30 - 12:00
Update training for immunisation and vaccinations covering Influenza, Shingles, Pneumococcal, RSV Vaccination and B12 Administration designed to provide health care professionals with an annual update in line with the national minimum standards and core curriculum for immunisations.
Please note Covid is not included

This course is designed around the National Flu immunisation programme plus the Pneumococcal and Shingles routine schedules.
B12 is an additional component to this training. It is not a vaccine and not a mandatory requirement however we include it in this training to support good practice.

This is an interactive session and you will be expected to interact. Please ensure you have a camera and microphone available to attend the meeting.

You will receive a certificate post training for your attendance. Places are limited, if you have booked a place, please ensure you attend.
If you have any additional needs or requirements to attend this session, please contact us at mbpcc.lscthub@nhs.net
By signing up you agree for your information to be stored and shared by the Training Hub and with the Training Provider, NHSE and HEE, for the delivery of this training, monitoring, reporting and certification purposes only.

Understanding Bloods
2026-02-06 09:30 - 12:30
COURSE OVERVIEW:
In the dynamic landscape of healthcare, an understanding of blood tests is invaluable for non-clinicians. This course equips participants with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of blood tests, fostering confidence and competence in interpreting results.
MEDICAL NECESSITY:
Participants will delve into the medical reasons behind various blood tests, exploring the diagnostic and monitoring purposes they serve. Understanding the rationale for specific tests empowers non-clinicians to appreciate the role of blood work in uncovering and managing a range of health conditions. From routine screenings to targeted assessments, the course elucidates the diversity of tests employed in primary care.
THERAPEUTIC RANGES:
A crucial aspect of the course is the exploration of therapeutic ranges. Participants will gain insights into the optimal levels of various blood components and the implications of deviations from these norms. Understanding therapeutic ranges is fundamental to recognizing when intervention or further investigation is warranted, ensuring timely and effective patient care.
PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS:
The course goes beyond theoretical knowledge, incorporating real-world case studies and scenarios. Participants engage in practical exercises, simulating the analysis of diverse blood test results. This hands-on approach enhances their ability to apply theoretical concepts to actual clinical situations.
OUTCOME:
Upon completion, participants emerge with a heightened proficiency in understanding blood tests and results. This newfound expertise enables non-clinicians to contribute effectively to the collaborative healthcare environment, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
AIMS

Clarification of terminology
Understanding blood components
Medical reasons behind the blood tests
Why the blood tests are important

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Non-Clinical Primary Care Staff
WHAT DO I NEED?

MS TEAMS (join on the app or online)

Pen/Paper

Preferably a camera and mic to participate

HOW LONG IS THE COURSE?
3 hours (Virtual)
HOW TO JOIN?
You will receive an email a couple of days prior to the event with all training materials and a link to join the MS Teams training session.
By signing up you agree for your information to be stored and shared by the Training hub, with the Training Provider and with NHSE and ICB, for the delivery of this training, monitoring, reporting and certification purposes only.

NHS Travel Vaccinations Update Training
2026-02-06 13:00 - 15:00
NHS Travel Vaccinations Update Training for Primary Care staff in Lancashire and South Cumbria hosted on MS Teams.
This NHS travel vaccinations update course provided by L&SC Training Hub is to update HCPs already experienced in providing the vaccinations available on the NHS as part of the Crown Scheme for travel. This training is not suitable for those who have not undertaken the Full Travel immunisation training course.
L&SC training hub do NOT provide the Travel foundation course and therefore alternative providers must be sought. Please see https://janechiodini.learnupon.com/store/1248909-1-introduction-to-travel-health-course for guidance however other courses are available.
This is as recommended by the Faculty of Travel Medicine of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow https://rcpsg.ac.uk/documents/publications/1535-tm-guidancedoc-1020-final-hires-singlepages/file whilst using the RCN competency framework https://www.rcn.org.uk/Professional-Development/publications/rcn-travel-health-nursing-uk-pub-010-573
The training does not cover anaphylaxis or basic life support or travel vaccinations provided as a private service. This must be completed separately.
This is an interactive session and you will be expected to interact. Please ensure you have a camera and microphone available to attend the meeting.
You will receive a certificate post training for your attendance. Places are limited, if you have booked a place, please ensure you attend.
If you have any additional needs or requirements to attend this session, please contact us at mbpcc.lscthub@nhs.net
By signing up you agree for your information to be stored and shared by the Training Hub and with the Training Provider, NHSE and NHS ICB, for the delivery of this training, monitoring, reporting and certification purposes only.

National Apprenticeship Week 2026
2026-02-09 08:00 - 2026-02-15 17:00
The annual National Apprenticeship Week is an incredible and high-profile week-long celebration of apprenticeships and skills. Employers can find resources, more information and register for the Gov newsletter on National Apprenticeship Week 2026, 9 – 15 February 2026
