Training calendar

We offer training opportunities for all members of the multi-disciplinary team. Check out our current portfolio of courses, study days and ‘hands-on’ workshops.

In Development

Health Inequalities Study Day

Mammography Team Wellbeing Day

Breast Imaging Practice (BIP) Monday 17 - Wednesday 19 November 2025

This is a collaborative partnership between Nottingham International Breast Education Centre (NIBEC) and Birmingham City University (BCU).

THIS MODULE IS NOT SUITABLE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Applicants will be qualified radiographers who hold either DCR or BSc qualification in Diagnostic Radiography or Radiotherapy.   UK applicants should be registered with the Health & Care Professions Council as a diagnostic or therapeutic radiographer. Overseas will need to provide evidence of qualification in radiography.

This 40 credit module is for radiographers who are choosing to work within breast care services and specialise in breast imaging.  The module's underpinning intention is to enable you to develop the skills required to work in the complex area of breast care services.  Being successful in this module enables you to gain the College of Radiographers named award for mammography.

The Breast Imaging Practice (BIP) module has clinical and academic components and aims for you to develop a thorough knowledge of the breast imaging service, breast anatomy and pathology.  The module will support you to master the competence and skill of positioning for mammography with the knowledge of adapting techniques in more complex and challenging patients. 

You will attend a 3 day theory week followed by a further 2 days approximately 4 months later.  This will take place at NIBEC. The course will deliver lectures and workshops.

As part of the module you will attend a practical training week, the date of which will be arranged when your application has been accepted.  You will receive one to one training from an assigned trainer.  This is an intensive clinical training course where practical skills and practice learning which will be supported through observation and hands on experience.  This will take place at the Nottingham Breast Institute.

For this module your ability and knowledge will be evaluated by:-

  • A 2500 word written assignment
  • A defended clinical portfolio which includes:-
    • A requirement to complete a minimum of 250 mammograms before you can take a final appraisal of your last 50 images. This is so that you will have had enough exposure to mammograms to learn the different techniques required to meet the challenges of the different body shapes and sizes of women attending for mammography
    • Series of clinical activities
    • 15 minute presentation

For further information and application pack please email nuhnt.nibecadministrationoffice@nhs.net

Closing date for applications 30 September 2025

Radiologists Specialist Course Thursday 20 & Friday 21 November 2025

This 2 day course is aimed at registrars intending to take up posts as breast radiologists and recently appointed consultants. 

It is specifically designed to supplement level 2 breast training and consolidate the knowledge acquired during breast radiology attachments.

Recent technologies including tomosynthesis and CESM will be discussed and interesting examples shown. Previous participants have found the mock/interactive MDT particular­ly helpful as preparation for a consultant post.

Fee: NHS £550; Private & Overseas £695

Guest speaker: tbc

 

Virtual Admin & Clerical Study Day Wednesday 21 January 2026

A study day delivered virtually on MS Teams for admin & clerical staff working within breast services.

This day will:—

  • Develop your understanding of NHS breast services 
  • Expand your knowledge of breast cancer and patient pathways 
  • Improve your knowledge of health inequalities 
  • Gain insight into taking care of your wellbeing at work 

Fee: £95

Mammographers Refresher Course Thursday 26 February 2026

Endorsed by the College of Radiographers CPD Now scheme, this course provides a platform for reviewing, reflecting & sharing mammography practice.

By engaging in this day you will:

  • Review & receive feedback on your current practice
  • Share practice with peers
  • Discuss new & emerging technologies & practices within mammography
  • Reflect on your practice
  • Discuss issues in mammography relating to mental & physical wellbeing

Fee: NHS £150; Private £175

DBT-CESM Study Day Wednesday 18 March 2026

Breast Image Interpretation & Reporting (BIIR) Advanced Practice Module Tuesday 14 & Wednesday 15 April 2026

Xray Guided Breast Interventional Biopsy (XBIB) Advanced Practice Module Tuesday 14 & Wednesday 15 April 2026

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What you should not submit via our form

  • Each question within our form clearly stipulates the information required from you. Please do not include further details about yourself or anyone else within this form other than that being specifically asked. If you wish to contact the Nottingham Breast Institute about any other matter, please email nibecenquiries@nuh.nhs.uk or call 0115 969 1169 Ext: 79030

What information we collect

  • Name, profession, employer and job title
  • Contact information including address, telephone numbers and email address
  • Special dietary / access requirements
  • Relevant payment and invoicing information

How we use your information

  • The personal information you submit via the Education at Nottingham Breast Institute registration form is used to keep an accurate record of who is attending one of the training courses held at the centre. None of your personal information is sold on or shared with any third party organisation.

Who can access your information

  • Course administrators and facilitators. This access is required to confirm your registration and to keep an accurate record of who is attending each course.
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How we store your information

  • When a web form has been submitted, an email notifying the course administrators of the submission is generated and sent. This email contains no personal information. The email does contain a link to a secure web address where individuals submitted personal information can be securely downloaded from our SSL encrypted website and saved within our protected hospital computer network. Click here to find out more about SSL encryption.

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Cancellation Policy

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Cancellations by delegates

To cancel a place on study days and courses, notice of cancellation must be given by email to nuhnt.nibecadministrationoffice@nhs.net

  • If you cancel at least 30 days prior to the start of the course you will receive a full refund minus a 10% administration fee
  • If you cancel between 30 and 21 days prior to the start of the course you will receive a 50% refund
  • If you cancel less than 21 days before the event you will not be entitled to a refund

No refund will be made for non-attendance on the course.

We will accept name changes for attendees. Please email nuhnt.nibecadministrationoffice@nhs.net up to 7 days prior to the event.

Cancellations by NIBEC and changes to course content

NIBEC events and courses are constantly updated and while we endeavour to deliver the courses as advertised there may inevitably be occasions where we have to change content without prior notice or, in exceptional circumstances, to cancel an event.

In the case of a course cancellation delegates will be offered a full refund. We will also consider any reasonable request to cover non-refundable travel arrangements if a course is cancelled within 14 days of the start day. NIBEC will not compensate for time spent travelling or away from the place of work.*

*Occasionally circumstances will arise which result in the need to cancel, reschedule or postpone an event, due to an unforeseen occurrence or act of God. When this is the case NIBEC shall assume no liability.