PRIMARY CARE
Morecambe Bay
Morecambe Bay Primary Care Training Hub works with and on behalf of the 31 practices within the Morecambe Bay ICB footprint, which covers the Furness Peninsula, South Cumbria and North Lancashire.
We work in close cooperation with the Lancashire and South Cumbria Training Hub team as well as the other locality teams in the region to deliver locally and regionally commissioned educational and development programmes. You can read more about them in the Education section of this website.
WHAT'S HAPPENING ACROSS MORECAMBE BAY?
Trainings & Offers
Student Support
Student Placements in Primary Care
Hosting learners is a great way to promote Primary Care as a career and support the future workforce.
More InformationPractices/PCNs can opt to accommodate a variety of learners including Nursing, Paramedic, Pharmacy or Physician Associates. Placements are in set blocks during which students are expected to work with the MDT to experience what Primary Care is really like. Support available from the Training Hub ranges from learning environment accreditations, supervisor/assessor training, induction / timetabling support to any on placement queries. Practice payment available of £150 per week (Nursing/Paramedic/Pharmacy) or £555 per week (Physician Associate). | For more information Contact Dannii (GPEF) via [email protected]
Preceptorship programme for newly qualified Nurses/AHPs
Is your Practice/PCN recruiting newly qualified staff - if so our Preceptorship programme may be for you
More InformationReceiving the gold standard quality mark in 2024, our Preceptorship programme is specifically designed for newly qualified Nurses/AHPs to support their transition into Primary Care. Duration is between 2m-12m and preceptees benefit from the allocation of a dedicated and trained Preceptor to support them through the programme which ranges from induction support, CPD support as well as a focus on acquiring Primary Care specific skills - for more information, please contact our Preceptorship Lead - [email protected]
Apply HereZoladex Training for Primary Care staff hosted on MS Teams. This training session is hosted by Joan Millar from Astrazeneca. We offer a 30 minute MS teams session (12:30-13:00) which comprises the following- Prostate Cancer and LHRHa overview 5 mins Implant Demonstration – using a ‘dummy tummy ’20 mins Considerations and questions 5 mins Close
Book HereMorecambe Bay CPD 26/27
The following opportunities have been commissioned via NHSE CP monies and are free to access for General practice Nurses and eligible AHP groups. All training offers are in line with local workforce needs and have received prior approval from PCN Clinical Directors.
MRG Training for Medical Professionals
Cervical Sample Takers Course
6th-7th October 2026
More InformationThinking about training as a cervical sample taker? Applications are now open for our fully funded Cervical Sample Takers Course. Expert-led training ✔ Lunch & refreshments provided ✔ Essential CPD for new sample takers
Apply HereWe set the national and individual impact of CKD into perspective. The role of the tests for CKD are immortalised in the "TV style kidney chef" production where we turn blood into urine in front of your very eyes! The latest NICE Guidance for CKD is covered, so from diagnosis to the appropriate management principles for CKD in primary care is explained, with the very important aspect of when to refer included. Avoiding acute kidney injury (AKI) is a vital aspect of primary care management of hypertension, CKD and simply the elderly population. This study day demystifies this and offers practical solutions. The day is relaxed and interactive using demonstrations, case studies and totally focused on what people working in general practice need to know and do about kidneys. At the end of the day you will understand: The importance of CKD & relevance in prevention of CVD The benefits and limitations of testing renal function The function of the normal kidney & what goes wrong in CKD The rationale behind national clinical guidelines for the management of CKD
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Events
Join us at our annual Nurse & AHP conference taking place on 16th September at Mill Farm, Wesham. Places are fully funded and include free carking and lunch/refreshments. As part of the day, we will have a variety of guest speakers, engaging workshops as well as the opportunity to link and network with peers.
Apply HereAre you a Non-Medical Prescriber working in practice? Join our NMP Lunch & Learn webinar series—regular, bite-sized sessions designed to support your prescribing practice, expand your knowledge, and connect you with peers.
Join HereThe ICB will be holding their next Bay Wide PLT on 16th September 2026 at Cafe Ambio (JUnction 36). Topics included: * Neighbourhood models & Primary Care *Single Point of Access for Urgent Care *MBPCC AGM (for MBPCC member Practices only)
Register HereImproving Service Questionnaire
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