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Courses and Events
We hold a number of courses and events throughout the year to listen to feedback from our colleagues and provide updates on the latest news, developments, training and recruitment. We also offer training programmes and courses for external colleagues.
You can find out more about events currently planned for the year below.
Courses and events for NUH staff
The courses and events listed below are open to internal NUH staff only. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
Advanced Practice Conference
Join us for the Advanced Practice Conference on Friday 12th September 2025 at the Village Hotel, Beeston.
Speakers will include a mixture of local, regional and national Advanced Clinical Practitioner experts, as well as workshops in the afternoon - the final programme will be announced soon!
Aspiring band 5 to 6 for Nurses, Midwives and AHPs
Are you looking for a new challenge or your next career move?
NUH is a great place to develop your career.
Come along to our one day inclusive talent development workshop to discuss (these workshops are only for Nursing and Midwifery staff):
- Career opportunities
- Career planning
- Job application & Interview tips
- Identifying and developing your strengths and talents
- Your leadership journey and many more
This day is for all band 5 Nurses and AHPs who are ready to take the next step in their career journey!
The dates and venues for the Aspiring Band 6/Deputy Ward Manager/Leader/Sister Workshops are:
- 17th June 2025 | Lewis Carrol Room, PG Centre, City Hospital | 8:00am - 4:00pm
- 15th September 2025 | Sherwood Hall, City Hospital | 8:00am - 4:00pm
*Please note that places are restricted and will therefore be on a first come first serve basis
Band 6 Deputy Ward Sister/ Deputy Team Leaders Development Day
These development days are specifically designed for you as Deputy Ward Sister/Team Leaders. It is an opportunity to network, learn and grow with your peers. These days will include professional updates from senior leaders, opportunity to learn more about other current Trust priorities towards the delivery of our nursing, midwifery and AHP strategic plans. Come along and find out more, share your views and influence developments as Deputy team/ward leaders.
Upcoming dates:
- 24th June — PGEC Lecture Theatre, City Hospital
- 3rd September — PGEC Lecture Theatre, City Hospital
Band 7 Ward Sister/Charge Nurse/Team Leader Development Day
These development days are for Ward Sisters, Charge Nurses and Team Leaders across the Trust to have time-out and join together to discuss best practice and develop knowledge of their role. Throughout the year these days will focus on Trust updates and important changes, and provide an opportunity to hear about progressing in your career. These days will also provide an opportunity to receive updates from senior professionals across the trust.
Upcoming Dates:
- 1st July 2025
- 23rd September 2025
Band 7 Ward Manager / Leader / Sister Induction Day
Are you a Band 7 Ward Manager/Leader/Sister new in post?
Are you looking to gain a deeper understanding of what is expected of you in your role?
Come along to our one day induction day to discuss:
- Expectation of the leader role
- You as a leader
- Budgeting
- E-roster
- Managing challenging conversations and more
You must (these induction days are only for Nursing and Midwifery Staff):
- Manage 15+ people
- Manage E-roster
- Manage a budget
- Oversee staffing, complaints, grievances etc.
- Be in your post less than 12 months
Care Certificate Assessor Training
The Care Certificate Assessor Training is designed to enable staff to become confident, effective Care Certificate Assessors in their clinical area. The training will cover:
- Marking the Care Certificate workbook at NUH
- Mapping the Care Certificate to existing qualifications
- Completing observations
- Verifying existing Care Certificates
- Resources and support
Who is this training for?
- Healthcare Support workers who have completed their Care Certificate and would now like to support other staff to achieve theirs*
- Registered members of staff who have experience of supervising students, or who have completed their SSSA training
*will require proof of Care Certificate completion and be required to undertake a short online module from e-learning4health prior to attending the Care Certificate Assessor training. Details will be sent once staff member has booked on to the training.
Celebrating Care Excellence and Shared Governance Conference
You are invited to join us for the Celebrating Care Excellence and Shared Governance Conference on Friday 3rd October 2025 at Village Hotel, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 6DL.
Calling all Shared Governance Teams and DAISY & TULIP Honourees!
This event is open to all Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) Shared Governance council members, DAISY and TULIP award winners and anyone who is interested in finding out more about Shared Governance and our Care Excellence Programme. The day will focus on sharing best practice across the Trust and you will hear from some of our Shared Governance Councils and the amazing work they have been doing, as well as updates from the Shared Governance Team. The Care Excellence Team will be discussing the ACE programme, again sharing best practice and reiterating the importance of Shared Governance. NUH DAISY and TULIP Awards that recognise the extraordinary care being provided for patients, will be celebrated across the day.
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Development Day
Join us at this networking and update event aimed at Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) who work at Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH). The event will include sessions which cover all the pillars of practice as well as local, regional and national updates related to nurse specialist practice.
Developing or updating Nursing / Midwifery Practice Guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Who is the training for?
This training is open to All Registered Nursing and Midwifery staff including Ward/department sister’s/charge nurses, matrons, Divisional lead Nurses etc.
What does the training involve?
- Discusses the difference between a Guideline and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
- Discusses what to do if you are given the task of developing or updating a Nursing/Midwifery Practice Guideline and SOP
- Explains the ratification and uploading process to KOHA
- How to navigate the Evidence Based Practice Council intranet site and KOHA
Study hours and mode of delivery:
Hour online session
Developing or updating a Role Development Package
Who is the training for?
Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals, including Non-registered Practitioners, Ward/department sister’s/charge nurses, Matrons, Divisional lead Nurses and AHP Senior managers.
What does the training involve?
- Discusses what a Role Development Package is
- Discusses what to do if you are given the task of developing or updating a Role Development Package
- Explains the ratification process
- How to navigate the Evidence Based Practice Council intranet and KOHA
Study hours and mode of delivery:
Hour online session
Leading an Empowered Organisation (LEO) Course
The LEO (Leading an Empowered Organisation) Course is a four day leadership programme with three full days of teaching followed by a fourth day where you will be asked to present a very small project in the format of a PowerPoint presentation using the principles you have learnt.
LEO focuses on empowerment, dignity and mutual respect, aiming to produce strong and efficient leaders. The course will teach you the principles around articulating your expectations, building relationships, leading change and much more.
Leading Empowered Organisation (LEO) Conference
You are invited to join us for the Leading Empowered Organisation (LEO) Conference on the Monday 29th September 2025 at the Village Hotel, Beeston.
You will get the chance to hear from candidates who have been through the course and the impact it has made on them as leaders, view shared project presentations from candidates who have attended LEO and much more!
Matrons Development Day
These development days are for matrons across Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) to network with colleagues and have time to discuss best practice and develop knowledge on the Matron role. The workshops will focus on topics you have requested and will give you the opportunity for reflection and discussion. Matrons will also receive updates from senior professionals across the Trust.
Upcoming dates:
- 2nd July 2025
- 24th September 2025
Preceptorship Programme
At NUH, we have a robust preceptorship programme and various resources that you can access to help your transition period. You can find out more about Preceptorship in detail here.
Below you can find some of the training sessions available as a preceptee.
Acute Care Skills (ACS) Course
The Acute Care Skills (ACS) Programme aims to improve confidence in patient assessment using an ABCDE approach, and management skills caring for acutely ill patients in all clinical areas. If you would further information or to book please email nuhnt.practice.educators@nhs.net
Resilience Based Clinical Supervision (RBCS)
Resilience Based Clinical Supervision (RBCS) helps develop resilience to cope with the challenges of being a new nurse. By sharing these challenges with a group of peers, colleagues can build up a support network - they see that they are not alone in this journey.
Preceptorship Drop-in Sessions
Whether you are a Newly Qualified Nurse/Nursing associate/International Nurse/Return to Practice Nurse, or new to acute care settings at NUH, we can offer you support and guidance during your transition as an autonomous professional on your Preceptorship. Book onto one of our drop-in sessions to speak to one of our dedicated Clinical Educators for guidance and support.
Professional Clinical Education Conference
Join us for the next inter-professional Clinical Education Conference for NUH educators. This conference provides a great opportunity to learn, with, from and about each other to enrich our education delivery. There will be local and regional speakers with a wealth of experience in helping to steer the future of education in clinical practice nationally. The day will involve university partners across the region with various stands.
10th October 2025 | 08:00-16:00 | Village Hotel, Beeston, NG9 6DL
SSSA Training and Preceptor Training
Standards of Student Supervision and Assessment (SSSA) Training and Preceptor Training
Full SSSA Training and Preceptor Training
Who is the training for?
This is for any registered healthcare professional - Nursing Associates, Registered Nurse (any field), Midwives, Operating Department Practitioners, AHPs.
What is the training for?
This training is aimed at new Practice Supervisors who will be supporting learners (student nurses, trainee nursing associates, student midwives, and newly registered practitioners) in clinical practice. This training will introduce candidates to the Future Nurse standards and provide them with the information required to support learners in practice effectively. This training will introduce candidates to Preceptorship at NUH.
To gain the Practice Supervisor qualification, candidates must:
- Attend a taught study day delivered by the Institute Practice Education Team,
- Complete the five x e-learning activities within the digital workbook via Moodle.
Study hours and mode of delivery
We recommend that candidates have 15 hours of study day in total.
- 7.5 hours: taught session via MS Teams
- 7.5 hours: self-directed study day to complete the e-learning activities within the digital workbook via Moodle
**Please note that the independent study day can be given before or after the taught session. The activities within the digital workbook are additional content and information, therefore should not affect the candidate’s ability to complete the activities prior to attending the taught session.**
SSSA Transition Training
Who is the training for?
This training is for any registered professional - Registered Nurse (any field), Midwives, and Operating Department Practitioners who have previously undertaken a NMC approved qualification (ENB 997/998, SLAiP).
What is the training for?
The training will introduce candidates to the new NMC SSSA and the Future Nurse standards.
Study hours and mode of delivery
These taught sessions are 1.5 hours via MS Teams
SSSA Practice Assessor Webinar Sessions
Who is the training for?
This session is for nurses who have previously undertaken a NMC approved SSSA Supervisor Training and possess a Practice Supervisor qualification.
What is the training for?
The training is for existing Practice Supervisors who would like to progress on to become Practice Assessors. The training will include interactive activities and discussions around supporting an underperforming student, difficult conversations, values and behaviours and action planning.
Study hours and mode of delivery
These taught sessions are 1.5 hours via MS Teams
Book now - please email nuhnt.studentplacements@nhs.net to book a place on the webinar
Step-into Clinical Academic Careers Taster Sessions
Would you like to find out more about Clinical Academic Careers?
The Institute of Care Excellence is delivering four taster sessions to tell you about Clinical Academic Careers, and how we can support you to pursue your career journey. This includes information about the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) awards and fellowships.
These sessions are aimed at Registered Nurses, Midwives, Allied Health Professionals, Healthcare Scientists, Psychologists and Pharmacists and other associated registered professionals.
If you would like to attend one of the sessions please email nuhnt.instituteofexcellence@nhs.net