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SUMMARY:Minor Illness Update Study Day
DESCRIPTION:A one day Minor Illness Update study day open to all practitioners working in Primary Care\, Minor Illness Centres and Urgent Care Centres. \nThe one day course is updated for every delivery and covers a wide range of minor illnesses and seasonal illness\, updated guidelines and a session on what is out there in the news and being talked about. \nto book a place please contact: lesley.haxworth@aspireclinicaltraining.co.uk or go to our website to view all our courses. Places are limited so book early!
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/minor-illness-update-study-day-2/2025-11-18
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Aspire Clinical Training":MAILTO:lesley.haxworth@aspireclinicaltraining.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251117T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251117T160000
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SUMMARY:Spots\, Rashes and Skin Eruptions seen in Primary Care
DESCRIPTION:This is a two day online course. Essential for all practitioners who dread the patient with a rash!! or who want to know more about skin issues in Primary Care. These study days aim to increase knowledge\, confidence and competence in consulting patients with skin issues and illness. The days will cover: \n\n History taking\n Morphology\nRashes with associated minor illness\nSerious rashes\nInside rashes\nOutside rashes\nInfestations\nDrug Allergy\nBruising/birth marks and more..\n\n  \nDay 1 – 17th November 2025 + Day 2 – 1st Dec 2025 \n9am-4pm \nPlease contact : lesley.haxworth@aspireclinicaltraining.co.uk to book your place or go to our website. Places are limited. \nThe course is open to all practitioners who see patients with skin issues. This course can be used as a Rashes and Skin Issues Update course. It also covers the skills and competencies needed to increase confidence and competence in practice for those practitioners who find consulting patients with spots\, rashes and skin eruptions a challenge.
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/spots-rashes-and-skin-eruptions-seen-in-primary-care-2
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Aspire Clinical Training":MAILTO:lesley.haxworth@aspireclinicaltraining.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T104500
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SUMMARY:COPD Advanced - 12th\, 26th November and 10th December 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:COPD Advanced – 12th\, 26th November and 10th December 2025\n9.30am to 10.45am on each training day.\nPresented by Laura Rush\, Specialist Respiratory Nurse\n  \nSuitable for: Practice Nurses\, Pharmacists\, Paramedics\, and anyone involved in the diagnosis and or management of COPD. \nThe Clinical Assessment\, Diagnosis & Management of COPD \nThis 6 week\, 8 hour CPD e-learning module is suitable for healthcare professionals who are looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in COPD utilising the most up to date evidence-based guidance.  The module is delivered through a combination of interactive e-learning hosted in Google Classroom\, case studies and live webinar sessions hosted via Zoom. \nStart Date: 29th October 2025\nThis the date from which you will be able to access the e-learning content in Google Classroom. There are no live webinars to attend this day but please ensure you log into Google Classroom on this date to ensure you receive notifications of communication through the classroom. \nLearning outcomes: \nTo be able to: \n  \n\nApply the latest COPD guidance\nUnderstand the diagnostic criteria for a diagnosis\nIdentify the goals of COPD management\nUnderstand the treatment options and tailor them to the patient\nOptimise the non-pharmacological management options\nRecognise patients at risk of exacerbation and hospital admission and how to address this\, knowing when to refer\nProvide a good quality review with supported self-management\n\nThe event will be held online and details of how to join the event will be emailed out closer to the event date. \nIt is expected that you will attend the session virtually from a quiet location at which you will not be disturbed\, and you will have access to a microphone and camera on your device.  Every delegate must have their own device to use throughout this session.  This is a requirement for attending this interactive course.  \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Training Hub tab and click on the orange box next to the course name. \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \nIf you need any further information please contact ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/copd-advanced-12th-26th-november-and-10th-december-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Respiratory Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
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SUMMARY:Cervical Sample Taker Training - Somerset - November 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Cervical Sample Taker Training – Somerset – November 2025\nWith Clinical Educator Pauline Bird\n  \n  \nPLEASE READ ALL THE INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE MAKING A BOOKING\nTRAINEES MUST LIAISE WITH THEIR PRACTICE MANAGER AND MENTOR IN PRACTICE BEFORE BOOKING A PLACE ON THIS PROGRAMME.  \n  \n  \nWednesday 5th November 2025 – 09:15 – 10:00 \nMentor Introduction – Mandatory Virtual Training for Mentors of Trainees \nA Mentor for each Trainee must be nominated and available to attend the virtual Mentor Introduction. This must take place before the Trainee can undertake any of the practical elements of the Cervical Sample Taker Training programme.  \nPlease check for Mentor eligibility against the criteria in our Mentor Guide. \nInvitations to this session will be sent on receipt of the Mentor Information Form – this is sent in the first instance to the Trainee who will send it to the nominated professional in practice.  \nPLEASE ONLY MAKE A COURSE BOOKING IN THE NAME OF THE PERSON THAT WILL BE ATTENDING THE COURSE.   \nIf there are any queries about how to do this\, please contact shs.cervicalsampletakers1@nhs.net or refer to our Website User Guide \nTrainees must attend all of the sessions detailed below: \nWednesday 12th November 2025 – 09:00 – 16:00 \nFace to Face teaching session for Trainee Sample Takers \nTaunton Rugby Club\, Veritas Park\, Hyde Lane\, Taunton. TA2 8BU \nWednesday 19th November 2025 – 09:00 – 16:00  \nFace to Face teaching and practical session for Trainee Sample Takers \nTaunton Rugby Club\, Veritas Park\, Hyde Lane\, Taunton. TA2 8BU \nThe aim of this course is to assist Cervical Sample Taker Trainees to maintain high standards of sample taking in accordance with local and national standards. The guidance was updated in 2020 and our initial training sessions include the following: \n  \n\nThe NHS Cervical Screening Programme\nThe background to cervical screening\nOrganisation of the NHS Cervical Screening Programme\nEquality of access to cervical screening\nUnderstanding the test results\nAnatomy and physiology of the pelvic organs\nPractical aspects and professional responsibilities of taking cervical samples\n\n  \nTrainees will receive initial theory and practical training with our Clinical Educators before completing the rest of the programme by undertaking supported procedures in practice with their Mentor.  The whole programme can take up to 6 months to complete\, but can take as little as 6 weeks if there are sufficient appointments available to the Trainee. \nLearning and Development Centre provides a detailed programme of work to follow\, a Training Portfolio and Training Handbook\, and professional support for Sample Taker Trainees and their Mentors throughout the programme. When the Trainee Sample Taker has completed the programme we allocate an independent External Assessor to liaise with the Trainee and complete a Final Clinical Assessment. \nOur team consists of: \n– Julie Frost – Clinical Educator \n– Pauline Bird – Clinical Educator \n– Stephanie Hawkes – Cervical Sample Taker Training Administrator \n– Victoria Tucker – Cervical Sample Taker Training Administrator \nPlease be aware that there is information required from Trainees\, Practice Managers and Mentors that must be submitted prior to the Trainee attending the first training session.  \nA Mentor for each Trainee must be nominated and available to attend the virtual Mentor Introduction.  This is a requirement of the programme and Trainees cannot begin practical elements in practice if this has not been completed.  \n  \nIf there are any queries please contact us: shs.cervicalsampletakers1@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/cervical-sample-taker-training-somerset-november-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Taunton Rugby Club\, Veritas Park\, Hyde Lane\, Bathpool\, Taunton\, TA2 8BU
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251107T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
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SUMMARY:Immunisation Foundation for Flu and COVID - 7th November 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Foundation for Flu and COVID – 7th November 2025\, 09:30 to 13:00\nWith Tricia Smith and Emma Edwards\nSuitable for:  Healthcare Professionals that are new to vaccinating\, or returning to vaccinating after a break\, who will be giving Flu and COVID vaccinations only \nTricia Smith and Emma Edwards present Flu and Covid-19 training for General Practice Staff new to immunisations or returning to immunisations after a prolonged interval.  This online session will include: \n  \n\nThe flu and COVID programme for 2025/2026\nLegal aspects of vaccination\, including the process of consent\nThe importance of the cold chain\nCorrect administration of vaccination\nAdverse effects following vaccination and how to recognise and treat anaphylaxis\n\n  \nDelegates will be asked to complete a workbook\, to be submitted prior to the course starting. This will be issued a couple of weeks in advance of the training date.  Please allow time to complete this before the training session. There will also be an online assessment to take after the training; please allow time time complete this before 5pm on the day of virtual teaching session. \nThis is an interactive teaching session and it is expected that delegates will be in a quiet environment in which they can use a camera and a microphone to communicate with the rest of the group.  Inability to communicate with others during the session may lead to the course not being successfully completed.  \n  \nIt is expected that you will attend the session virtually from a quiet location at which you will not be disturbed\, and you will have access to a microphone and camera on your device.  Every delegate must have their own device to use throughout this session.  This is a requirement for attending this interactive course.  \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the training hub tab and click on the orange box next to the course name. \nThis course is being run as an online training course. Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to the event. \nIf you have any questions please contact the team at ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/immunisation-foundation-for-flu-and-covid-7th-november-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Immunisation Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251104T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251104T114500
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T113709Z
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SUMMARY:Asthma Update - 4th November 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Asthma Update – 4th November 2025\, 09:30 to 11.45.\nWith Laura Rush\, Specialist Respiratory Nurse\nSuitable for All Healthcare Professionals \nThis webinar will cover: \n  \n\nThe importance of getting the right diagnosis\nThe latest evidence and guidelines for asthma management\nThe treatment options and tailoring treatment to the patient\nTackling non adherence and reliever (SABA) inhaler overuse\nRecognising and managing exacerbations\nSupported self management\n\n  \n  \nThroughout the webinar you will be able to contribute and ask questions \nThe event will be held online and details of how to join the event will be emailed out closer to the event date. \nIt is expected that you will attend the session virtually from a quiet location at which you will not be disturbed\, and you will have access to a microphone and camera on your device.  Every delegate must have their own device to use throughout this session.  This is a requirement for attending this interactive course. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Training Hub course list and click on the orange box next to the course name. \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \nIf you need any further information please contact ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/asthma-update-4th-november-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Respiratory Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250819T101201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T101201Z
UID:10001588-1761125400-1761134400@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Complex Wound Management - 22nd October 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Complex Wound Management – 22nd October 2025\, 09:30 to 12:00.\nFresha Exeter\, 23 Bittern Road\, Sowton Industrial Estate\, Exeter EX2 7LW\nWith Alexandra Bishop\, Tissue Viability Nurse Specialist.\nSuitable for: Registered Nurses\, Advanced Practitioners\, GPs \nA course for all clinical healthcare professionals that expands on the popular Introduction to Wound Assessments and Dressings Selection course. Attendees will be able to assess and manage a complex or potentially complex wound. \nPlease note: completion of the course does not confirm competence for non-registered healthcare professionals. Non-registered staff will require approval from their workplace to manage complex wounds. \nLearning outcomes: \n1. Assess a wound confidently. \n2. Identify problems\, signs of infection and how to manage these. \n3. Feel more confident when assessing and planning care for a patient’s wound(s). \n4. Understand how and when to refer a patient to other specialists or teams. \n5. Be able to pack a cavity wound safely. \n6. Understand the minimum documentation recommendations. \nThis is an in person teaching session with liquid refreshments provided. \nThere is free parking available at the venue. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name. \nIf there are any queries please contact us! ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/complex-wound-management-22nd-october-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Fresha Exeter\, 23 Bittern Rd\, Sowton Industrial Estate\, Exeter\, EX2 7LW
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Wound Care Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250619T131120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T131120Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Contraception - 16th October 2025
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Contraception – 16th October 2025\, 10:00 to 13:00.\nThe Beeson Suite\, The Watermark\, Erme Court\, Leonards Road\, Ivybridge\, PL21 0SZ.\nWith Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare Registered Trainer\, Dr Jane Davis.\nSuitable for:  \nPrimary Care nurses of all grades (HCA’s to prescribers welcome) \nWe are very excited to be offering this Introduction to Contraception course to our Learning and Development Centre catalogue!  This has been kindly produced and will be delivered by Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare registered trainer\, Dr Jane Davis. \nCourse Aims: \nTo provide a basic overview of current best practice in provision of contraception within Primary Care. \n(Please note that this course does not provide a qualification for delivering contraceptive services\, for further clinical training please visit www.fsrh.org) \nLearning Outcomes for the course: \n1. Know the full range of current contraceptive choices \n2. Feel confident discussing contraceptive options that meet the patient’s needs and wishes. \n3. Provide\, or signpost to provision of contraception\, depending on your scope pf practice. \nAgenda: \n10:00 Introduction \n10:05 Contraception overview \n10:45 break 15 mins \n11:00 Safety and side effects \n11:40 coffee break 20 mins \n12:00 Emergency contraception\, trouble shooting and further training. \n12:40 Q and A \n13:00 Close meeting \nCourse Outline: \n  \nWhat is contraception? \n• Where are we now with contraceptive services in England? \n• Vulnerable women \n• What contraceptives are available? \n• How effective are they? \n• Safety \n• Side effects/trouble shooting guide \n• Contraindications \n• Introduction to UKMEC \n• Emergency Contraception \n• Intrauterine devices \n• Further clinical training \nAlso included: \n• Quiz\, polls \n• Case studies \n• Participation in Q and A \n• A poll before and after assessing confidence in discussing contraception with patients. \nNext steps for learners: \nContraception update workshop\, applying clinical knowledge to case studies and anonymised case discussions. \n  \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name. \nIf you have any problems or questions please email us! ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/introduction-to-contraception-16th-october-2025
LOCATION:The Watermark\, Ivybridge\, The Watermark\, Ivybridge\, PL21 0SZ
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250703T124927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T124927Z
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SUMMARY:Immunisation Foundation for Registered Healthcare Practitioners - 16th and 23rd October 2025
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Foundation for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 16th and 23rd October 2025\nOpen to Registered Healthcare Practitioners only.\nBlended in-person and virtual training.\nDelegates need to attend both the in-person and virtual training sessions to complete the course\, and submit pre-learning and an online assessment.\nPresented by Specialist Immunisation Educators\, Tricia Smith and Emma Edwards. \nThis course is suitable for Registered Healthcare Practitioners only.  If you have any queries about the suitability of this course please contact Learning and Development Centre before making a booking. \nThis course meets the national minimum standards for immunisation training \n Course content will include: \n  \n\nImmunity and the different types of  vaccines and how they work\nLegal aspects of vaccination\, including delegation\, consent and patient specific directions\nChildhood vaccinations\nEpidemiology of influenza\, pneumococcal and shingles diseases.\nInfluenza\, COVID\, pneumococcal and shingles programmes for 2025.\nThe importance of the cold chain\nConsultation process and risk assessment\n\n  \nCourse Details: \nThursday 16th October 2025: 09:30 to 16:30\nIn-person training day: a buffet lunch is provided for all delegates.  Please state any dietary or access needs on your booking form. \nVenue: Fresha Exeter\, 23 Bittern Road\, Sowton Industrial Estate\, Exeter EX2 7LW \nFree parking is available for delegates at the venue and refreshments will be provided throughout the day. \n  \nThursday 23rd October 2025: 09:30 to 13:00\nVirtual training session.  Zoom meeting details will be shared with you prior to the event. \nVenue: Zoom \nAll delegates are required to complete the eLearning section in the handbook before the first taught session. At the end of the course there will be a final assessment. Further information will be sent out prior to the start of  the course.  Please allow at least an hour after the final teaching session to complete the online assessment.  Without the pre-learning and completed online assessment\, delegates will not be able to pass this course. \nResources will be distributed to delegates by email\, including competency documents that will enable completion of the practical requirements in practice with a mentor. \nPart of this course is being run virtually . Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to the event. \nThese are interactive teaching sessions. It is expected that delegates joining the virtual teaching session  will be in a quiet environment in which they can use a camera and a microphone to communicate with the rest of the group.  Inability to communicate with others during the sessions may lead to the course not being successfully completed.  \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Training Hub course list and click on the orange box next to the course name. \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \n  \nIf you have any questions please contact the team: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/immunisation-foundation-for-registered-healthcare-practitioners-16th-and-23rd-october-2025
LOCATION:Fresha Exeter\, 23 Bittern Rd\, Sowton Industrial Estate\, Exeter\, EX2 7LW
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251015T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250430T084937Z
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SUMMARY:Cervical Sample Taker Training - Cornwall - October 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Cervical Sample Taker Training – Cornwall – October 2025\nWith Clinical Educator Julie Frost.\n  \n  \nPLEASE READ ALL THE INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE MAKING A BOOKING\n  \n  \nWednesday 8th October 2025 – 09:15 – 10:00 \nMentor Introduction – Mandatory Virtual Training for Mentors of Trainees\nA Mentor for each Trainee must be nominated and available to attend the virtual Mentor Introduction. This must take place before the Trainee can undertake any of the practical elements of the Cervical Sample Taker Training programme.  Please see the Mentor Guide for eligibility criteria. \nInvitations to this session will be sent on receipt of the Mentor Information Form – this is sent in the first instance to the Trainee who will send it to the nominated professional in practice.  \nPLEASE ONLY MAKE A COURSE BOOKING IN THE NAME OF THE PERSON THAT WILL BE ATTENDING THE COURSE.   \nIf there are any queries about how to do this\, please contact shs.cervicalsampletakers1@nhs.net or refer to our Website User Guide \nTrainees must attend both of the sessions detailed below: \nWednesday 15th October 2025 – 09:00 – 16:00 \nFace to Face teaching session for Trainee Sample Takers \nWestberry Hotel\, Rhind Street\, Bodmin. PL31 2EL \nWednesday 22nd October 2025 – 09:00 – 16:00  \nFace to Face teaching and practical session for Trainee Sample Takers \nWestberry Hotel\, Rhind Street\, Bodmin. PL31 2EL \nThe aim of this course is to assist Cervical Sample Taker Trainees to maintain high standards of sample taking in accordance with local and national standards. The guidance was updated in 2020 and our initial training sessions include the following: \n  \n\nThe NHS Cervical Screening Programme\nThe background to cervical screening\nOrganisation of the NHS Cervical Screening Programme\nEquality of access to cervical screening\nUnderstanding the test results\nAnatomy and physiology of the pelvic organs\nPractical aspects and professional responsibilities of taking cervical samples\n\n  \nTrainees will receive initial theory and practical training with our Clinical Educators before completing the rest of the programme by undertaking supported procedures in practice with their Mentor.  The whole programme can take up to 6 months to complete\, but can take as little as 6 weeks if there are sufficient appointments available to the Trainee. \nLearning and Development Centre provides a detailed programme of work to follow\, a Training Portfolio and Training Handbook\, and professional support for Sample Taker Trainees and their Mentors throughout the programme. When the Trainee Sample Taker has completed the programme we allocate an independent External Assessor to liaise with the Trainee and complete a Final Clinical Assessment. \nOur team consists of: \n– Julie Frost – Clinical Educator \n– Pauline Bird – Clinical Educator \n– Stephanie Hawkes – Cervical Sample Taker Training Administrator \n– Victoria Tucker – Programme Administrator \nPlease be aware that there is information required from Trainees\, Practice Managers and Mentors that must be submitted prior to the Trainee attending the first training session. This will be emailed out to all registered Trainees in the weeks before the course starts.  \nA Mentor for each Trainee must be nominated and available to attend the virtual Mentor Introduction.  This is a requirement of the programme and Trainees cannot begin practical elements in practice if this has not been completed.  \n  \nIf there are any queries please contact us: shs.cervicalsampletakers1@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/cervical-sample-taker-training-cornwall-october-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Westberry Hotel\, Rhind Street\, Bodmin\, PL31 2EL
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250521T120615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T120615Z
UID:10001498-1760470200-1760475600@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Nuffield Health Exeter - Virtual Cardiology Update by Dr Ben Dyer\, Consultant Cardiologist
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Cardiology Update via M S Teams by Dr Ben Dyer\, Consultant Cardiologist. \nThis event is free of charge and booking is essential. Please contact Karen MacMillan on Karen.Macmillan@nuffieldhealth.com  if you would like to reserve a place.
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/nuffield-health-exeter-virtual-cardiology-update-by-dr-ben-dyer-consultant-cardiologist
LOCATION:Virtual Course
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Nuffield Health":MAILTO:karen.macmillan@nuffieldhealth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250721T115958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T090645Z
UID:10001549-1760468400-1760473800@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Managing Time During GP Consultations – 14th October 2025 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Managing Time During GP Consultations – 14th October 2025\, 19:00 to 20:30\nLive virtual training session hosted on Zoom.\nWith Dr Mohan Kumar\, Trainer and Appraiser for Consultation Skills.\nSuitable for: \nGPs\, Nurses\, Clinical Educators\, Allied Health Professionals\, Physiotherapists\, Physician Associates\, Pharmacists\, Health Visitors\, GP Trainees and Paramedics. \nSynopsis: In this session\, we will explore practical strategies for effectively managing time during GP consultations. The session will cover key skills to enhance consultation efficiency without compromising quality of care. We will focus on providing a clear structure\, prioritising patient concerns and using language skilfully to improve clinician and patient satisfaction. \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name. \nIf you have any questions please contact us! ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/managing-time-during-gp-consultations-7th-october-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251010T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250610T152439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T152439Z
UID:10001522-1760088600-1760101200@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Foundation for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners - 10th and 17th October 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Foundation for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners – 10th and 17th October 2025\, 09:30 to 13:00 on both dates. \nDelegates must attend both dates to complete the course. \nWith Specialist Immunisation Educators Tricia Smith and Emma Edwards. \nThis course is suitable for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners only.\n  \nThis course meets the national minimum standards for immunisation training \n  \nCourse content will include \n  \n\nImmunity and the different types of  vaccine and how they work\nLegal aspects of vaccination\, including delegation\, consent and patient specific directions\nEpidemiology of influenza\, pneumococcal and shingles diseases.\nInfluenza\, COVID\, pneumococcal and shingles programmes for 2025 and respiratory syncytial virus programmes for 2025/26.\nThe importance of the cold chain\nThe correction administration of vaccination\nHow to recognise anaphylaxis\n\n  \n  \nThis course is being run as an online training course. Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to the event. \nAll delegates are required to complete a workbook prior to  each taught session. \n  \nAt the end of the course there will be a final assessment. Further information will be sent out prior to the start of the course. Please allow at least an hour after the final teaching session to complete the online assessment. \nThese are interactive teaching sessions and it is expected that delegates will be in a quiet environment in which they can use a camera and a microphone to communicate with the rest of the group.  Inability to communicate with others during the sessions may lead to the course not being successfully completed. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name. \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \n  \n  \nIf you have any questions please contact our team:  ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/immunisation-foundation-for-healthcare-assistants-and-assistant-practitioners-10th-and-17th-october-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Immunisation Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251008T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251008T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250708T140557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T140557Z
UID:10001542-1759915800-1759937400@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to Ear Care - 8th October 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Ear Care – 8th October 2025\, 09:30 to 15:30.\nwith Tracey Owen\, Ear Care Specialist.\nKingdom Business Centre\, Kingdom House\, Brunel Road\, Newton Abbot. TQ12 4PB\nThis study day is designed for Nurses\, Registered Nursing Associates\, Healthcare Assistants and Trainee Nursing Associates with no experience in ear irrigation and Instrumentation.  Please note that different training materials will be provided to people in different job roles. \n  \nObjectives/learning outcomes: \nAt the end of the study day the learners should: \n  \n\nHave a theoretical knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the ear.\nBe able to recognise various conditions that can affect the ear and know how to treat them and advise on prevention\nBe able to carry out holistic assessments and plan an appropriate plan of care for patients.\nDemonstrate correct use of equipment\, including decontamination\nDemonstrate correct and safe technique when carrying out:\nOtoscopy  –  within the group\nInstrumentation/ irrigation – on an educational model\n\nThis is a fully catering training event and refreshments and a buffet lunch will be provided.  Please ensure that any dietary needs are stated when you make your booking so that these can be shared with the venue.  \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your training account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name. \nIf you have any questions please contact the team!  ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/introduction-to-ear-care-8th-october-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Kingdom Business Centre\, Brunel Road\, Newton Abbot\, TQ12 4PB
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Ear Care Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T123000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250613T143311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T145834Z
UID:10001524-1759829400-1759840200@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to Phlebotomy – 7th October 2025
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Phlebotomy – 7th October 2025 – 09:30 – 12:30\nIn-person training at Porteous Groundworks Training Room\, Estover\, Plymouth. PL6 7PL\nWith Clinical Educator Claire May\nSuitable for all Healthcare Professionals \nThe training material covers all aspects of Phlebotomy and gives delegates a complete understanding of the theory associated with this procedure.  Delegates are also given the opportunity to work with a fake arm and practice the procedure. \nAfter the training session delegates will be sent the training slides and a competency document to complete in practice with an experienced and suitably qualified Mentor.  Please ensure that there is someone in practice available to oversee your work while you complete the practical elements of the course. \nOnce complete please retain the competency document with the course certificate to evidence proficiency; we do not need to see these once completed but you can upload them to your Learning and Development Centre account. \nCourse joining instructions will be emailed to you in the week prior to the event. \nIf you have any questions please contact the team at ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/introduction-to-phlebotomy-7th-october-2025
LOCATION:Porteous Groundworks Training Room\, Unit 3\, 37 Estover Close\, Plymouth\, PL6 7PL
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T114500
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250603T142640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T142640Z
UID:10001517-1759829400-1759837500@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to Asthma - 7th October 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Asthma – 7th October 2025\, 09:30 to 11:45\nWith Specialist Respiratory Nurse\, Laura Rush\nSuitable for All Healthcare Professionals \nThis webinar will give a basic overview of: \n​ \n·         Asthma in the UK and its impact \n·         The difference between a normal airway and an asthma airway \n·         The symptoms associated with asthma \n·         How to take good history and what makes asthma more likely and less likely \n·         Assessing and managing asthma \n·         The asthma guidelines \n​ \nThroughout the webinar you will be able to contribute and ask questions \nThe event will be held online and details of how to join the event will be emailed out closer to the event date. \nIt is expected that you will attend the session virtually from a quiet location at which you will not be disturbed\, and you will have access to a microphone and camera on your device.  Every delegate must have their own device to use throughout this session.  This is a requirement for attending this interactive course. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name. \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \nIf you need any further information please contact us: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/introduction-to-asthma-7th-october-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Respiratory Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251006T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251006T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250108T073934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T073934Z
UID:10001297-1759741200-1759766400@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:2-Day Assessment and Management of Minor Injuries in Primary Care
DESCRIPTION:This is a two day course for all practitioners working in Primary Care or in Minor Injury/Urgent Care areas. \nMinor injuries find their way on to our lists in many different guises. Patients present with painful ankles\, elbows\, shoulders\, and backs to name a few\, and in many cases\, patients have not seemingly injured themselves or described having an injury or accident. \nWe also see\, lacerations\, burns\, splinters\, lumps and swellings\, bruises\, inflammation\, and cellulitis in our day-to-day work. \nAre you confident and competent in their management? Do you know when to refer in or request an x-ray? Do you know how to competently examine a joint? This course can be used to update your knowledge or for practitioners new in this field of practice. \nThis course covers \n\n\n\nMinor Injury History Taking\nMinor injury Examination\, including MSK joint examination.\nThe injured child\, and older adult\nTissue Healing and wound closure\nMusculoskeletal Injury including sprains and fractures\, swellings\, bumps\, and bruises.\nTo x-ray or not to x-ray… and when to refer.\nAnatomy and physiology\nHead injury.\nBack pain\nBurns and Scalds\n\n\n\nThe Assessment and Management of Minor Injuries in Primary Care course is delivered over 2 days with the days being split two weeks apart to support practices not having practitioners away from practice on two consecutive days. \nDay 1 – 6th October 2025. 9am-4pm online on Microsoft Teams \nDay 2 – 20th October 2025. 9am-4pm online on Microsoft Teams \nPlaces are limited on this course\, so early booking is advised due to its popularity and its ability to address the needs of those starting to see Minor Injuries and those wishing to refresh and update their skills in this broad topic. \nPlease contact: lesley.haxworth@aspireclinicaltraining.co.uk for more information or to reserve a place on the course.
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/2-day-assessment-and-management-of-minor-injuries-in-primary-care-3
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Aspire Clinical Training":MAILTO:lesley.haxworth@aspireclinicaltraining.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251003T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251003T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250516T141913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T101048Z
UID:10001484-1759500000-1759510800@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Travel Health Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 3rd October 2025 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Travel Health Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 3rd October 2025\, 14:00 to 17:00.  \nWith Specialist Immunisation Educators Tricia Smith and Emma Edwards. \nA comprehensive Travel Health Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners that have previously completed the Travel Immunisations or Travel Health Foundation course.  Please contact us if you are not sure about the suitability of this course. \nTricia Smith and Emma Edwards will guide delegates through the immunisations and health advice applicable for travel throughout the world\, including any changes to vaccines and introducing new products where required. \nThese are interactive teaching sessions and it is expected that delegates will be in a quiet environment in which they can use a camera and a microphone to communicate with the rest of the group.  Inability to communicate with others during the sessions may lead to the course not being successfully completed. \nThe course will be presented live online via Zoom. Learning and Development Centre will send the meeting information to all delegates in the week prior to the course starting. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name. \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \nIf there are any queries please contact us! ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/immunisation-update-for-healthcare-assistants-and-assistant-practitioners-3rd-october-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Immunisation Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251003T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251003T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250516T142307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T142307Z
UID:10001485-1759483800-1759496400@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners - 3rd October 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 3rd October 2025\, 09:30 to 13:00.       \nWith Tricia Smith and Emma Edwards\nThis training is for Registered Healthcare Practitioners that have already completed a Foundation Immunisations course. If you have any questions please contact our team: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net \nThis session will include guidance on the core standards which will be in place for 2025. Changes to the childhood and adult immunisation programmes including the flu for 2024/2025\, COVID and RSV programmes.  \nThis course is being run as an online training course. Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to the event. \nThis is an interactive teaching session and it is expected that delegates will be in a quiet environment in which they can use a camera and a microphone to communicate with the rest of the group.  Inability to communicate with others during the sessions may lead to the course not being successfully completed. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name.  \n \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \nIf you have any questions please contact our team: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/immunisation-update-for-registered-healthcare-practitioners-3rd-october-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Immunisation Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250521T121521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T121644Z
UID:10001499-1759449600-1759535999@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Nuffield Health Exeter – Devon Pentagon event at Escot House
DESCRIPTION:3rd October 2025 from 09:00 \nHosted by Nuffield Health Exeter Hospital at Escot House\, Escot Park\, Ottery St Mary\, EX11 1LU\nJoin us for the Devon Pentagon GP education day\, an engaging day with  expert consultant speakers covering a wide variety of topics. This excellent event offers an invaluable opportunity to gain fresh insights from leaders in their respective fields\, with each speaker sharing practical knowledge to enhance your expertise and help you earn CPD points. Perfect for healthcare professionals looking to broaden their understanding\, this event promises to be informative\, interactive\, and full of takeaways you can apply in your practice. \nBooking is essential – To reserve your place\, please  contact Karen MacMillan at karen.macmillan@nuffieldhealth.com  with your name\, practice and any dietary requirements. \n 
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/nuffield-health-exeter-devon-pentagon-event-at-escot-house
LOCATION:Escot House\, Escot Park\, Ottery St Mary\, Devon\, EX11 1LU
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Nuffield Health":MAILTO:karen.macmillan@nuffieldhealth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251001T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251001T123000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250709T105832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T105832Z
UID:10001543-1759311000-1759321800@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Supporting People with Sleep - 1st October 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Supporting People with Sleep – 1st October 2025\, 09:30 to 12:30 \nIn Person training at Porteous Groundworks Training Room\, 37 Estover Close\, Plymouth\, PL6 7PL. \nWith Victoria Tucker\, Learning and Development Centre Sleep Coach \nSuitable for: \nAll Healthcare Professionals \nSynopsis: \nGood quality sleep (and getting enough of it!) is vital for our health and wellbeing.  Everyone working in healthcare will have supported patients who are not getting enough sleep\, whether this is due to their mental health\, physical health\, medications\, profession or lifestyle.  At any one time\, 36% of the British population has experienced poor sleep in the last week. \nSleep is a mysterious activity that many of us take for granted\, but for others can be the cause of great distress. Poor sleep is known to contribute to poor health outcomes. \nThis bespoke training session will begin with a discussion about how we sleep and how our bodies and brains react to the different sleep stages.  The presentation also covers sleep anxiety and stress\, sleep hygiene\, ways of introducing stress management and relaxation techniques\, what to do when you have a bad night and why early nights and lie-ins may not be recommended for people with sleep problems. It will also cover instances in which people with poor sleep need to be clinically assessed for a sleep disorder.   The session will also cover how to introduce a Sleep Action Plan with patients when you have limited time in practice to support them\, and concludes with a discussion of some anonymised case studies. \nThis presentation will also be useful for practitioners experiencing poor sleep\, who would like support to understand their sleep problem and find some science-backed solutions. \n  \nObjectives: \nBy the end of the session delegates will: \n  \n\nUnderstand the science of sleep and how this can be used to improve sleep quality and quantity.\nUnderstand the principles of Sleep Hygiene and how these support better sleep.\nBe able to discuss simple sleep tips and techniques with patients for them to try at home.\nBe able to work with patients to build a sleep action plan based on their own feedback\, needs and inclinations.\n\n  \nThis is an in-person training session and refreshments will be provided.  The training room is located on the ground floor and there is free parking at the venue. \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name. \nIf you have any questions please contact us! ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/supporting-people-with-sleep-1st-october-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Administration Courses,Clinical Skills Courses,Mental Health Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250519T101402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T101402Z
UID:10001490-1758895200-1758906000@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners - 26th September 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners – 26th September 2025\, 14:00 to 17:00.  \nWith Specialist Immunisation Educators Tricia Smith and Emma Edwards. \nSuitable for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners that have undertaken the associated Immunisation Foundation course. \nIf you have not completed a Foundation course please contact the Learning and Development Centre before making a booking.  ldc.sentinel@nhs.net \nThis session will include: \n  \n\nA review of legal aspects of vaccination\, including delegation\, consent and patient specific directions\nEpidemiology of influenza\, pneumococcal and shingles diseases.\nInfluenza\, COVID\, pneumococcal and shingles programmes for 2025 and respiratory syncytial virus programmes for 2025/26.\nReview of the importance of the cold chain\nReview of the correction administration of vaccination\nReview of how to recognise anaphylaxis\n\n  \n  \nThis course is being run as an online training course. Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to the event. \nThis is an interactive teaching session and it is expected that delegates will be in a quiet environment in which they can use a camera and a microphone to communicate with the rest of the group.  Inability to communicate with others during the sessions may lead to the course not being successfully completed. \n  \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name.   \nThis training is for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners only. If you have any questions please contact us: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/immunisation-update-for-healthcare-assistants-and-assistant-practitioners-26th-september-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Immunisation Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250603T142229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T142229Z
UID:10001516-1758879000-1758891600@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners - 26th September 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 26th September 2025\, 09:30 to 13:00.       \nWith Tricia Smith and Emma Edwards\nThis training is for Registered Healthcare Practitioners that have already completed a Foundation Immunisations course. If you have any questions please contact our team: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net \nThis session will include guidance on the core standards which will be in place for 2025. Changes to the childhood and adult immunisation programmes including the flu for 2024/2025\, COVID and RSV programmes.  \nThis course is being run as an online training course. Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to the event. \nThis is an interactive teaching session and it is expected that delegates will be in a quiet environment in which they can use a camera and a microphone to communicate with the rest of the group.  Inability to communicate with others during the sessions may lead to the course not being successfully completed. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name.  \n \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \nIf you have any questions please contact our team: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/immunisation-update-for-registered-healthcare-practitioners-26th-september-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Immunisation Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T123000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250603T141944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T141944Z
UID:10001515-1758792600-1758803400@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Flu and COVID - 25th September 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Flu and COVID – 25th September 2025\, 09:30 to 12:30.\nWith Tricia Smith and Emma Edwards\nSuitable for:  Healthcare Professionals giving Flu and COVID vaccinations only \nTricia Smith and Emma Edwards present Flu and Covid-19 training for General Practice Staff new to immunisations or returning to immunisations after a prolonged interval.  These online sessions will include: \n  \n\nThe flu and COVID programme for 2025/2026\nLegal aspects of vaccination\, including the process of consent\nThe importance of the cold chain\nCorrect administration of vaccination\nAdverse effects following vaccination and how to recognise and treat anaphylaxis\n\n  \nIt is expected that you will attend the session virtually from a quiet location at which you will not be disturbed\, and you will have access to a microphone and camera on your device.  Every delegate must have their own device to use throughout this session.  This is a requirement for attending this interactive course.  \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the training hub tab and click on the orange box next to the course name. \nThis course is being run as an online training course. Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to the event. \nIf you have any questions please contact the team at ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/immunisation-update-for-flu-and-covid-25th-september-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Immunisation Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250206T160746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T134343Z
UID:10001349-1758713400-1758718800@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Menopause Workshop for Primary Care – 24th September 2025 – 11:30 to 13:00 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Menopause Workshop for Primary Care – 24th September 2025 – 11:30 to 13:00\nLive virtual training session hosted in Zoom. \nWith Dr Jane Davis\, FSRH Advanced Certificate Menopause Care\nSuitable for:  \nPrimary Care clinicians; this course is most suitable for those who are initiating or reissuing HRT. \nWe are very excited to be offering this Menopause Update to our Learning and Development Centre catalogue!  This has been kindly produced and will be delivered by Dr Jane Davis\,  FSRH Advanced Certificate Menopause Care. \nCourse Aims: \nTo build on the basic overview of current best practice in Menopause Management within Primary Care. An opportunity for learners to apply their knowledge to clinical scenarios and to discuss anonymised case studies. \nBy the end of this session\, learners will be able to:  \n1. Know the latest updates in current Menopause treatment options. \n2. Feel confident trouble shooting common HRT problems. \n3. Practice within own level of professional competence and refer as needed. \nTimings: \n11:30 – Introduction \n11:45 – Hot topics in Menopause \n12:15 – Case based discussions and Q and A \n13:00 – Close meeting \nContact us before the course to submit questions and submit anonymised case studies for discussion! Send your questions and submissions to us: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net \n\n  \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name.
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/menopause-update-9th-july-2025-1130-to-1300-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250206T160506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T095759Z
UID:10001348-1758706200-1758711600@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Menopause Workshop for Primary Care – 24th September 2025 – 09:00 to 10:30 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Menopause Workshop for Primary Care – 24th September 2025 – 09:00 to 10:30\nLive virtual training session hosted in Zoom. \nWith Dr Jane Davis\, FSRH Advanced Certificate Menopause Care\nSuitable for:  \nPrimary Care clinicians; this course is most suitable for those who are initiating or reissuing HRT. \nWe are very excited to be offering this Menopause Update to our Learning and Development Centre catalogue!  This has been kindly produced and will be delivered by Dr Jane Davis\,  FSRH Advanced Certificate Menopause Care. \nCourse Aims: \nTo build on the basic overview of current best practice in Menopause Management within Primary Care. An opportunity for learners to apply their knowledge to clinical scenarios and to discuss anonymised case studies. \nBy the end of this session\, learners will be able to:  \n1. Know the latest updates in current Menopause treatment options. \n2. Feel confident trouble shooting common HRT problems. \n3. Practice within own level of professional competence and refer as needed. \nTimings: \n09:00 – Introduction \n09:15 – Hot topics in Menopause \n09:45 – Case based discussions and Q and A \n10:30 – Close meeting \nContact us before the course to submit questions and submit anonymised case studies for discussion! Send your questions and submissions to us: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net \n\n  \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name.
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/menopause-update-9th-july-2025-0900-to-1030-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T114500
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250523T131142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T131142Z
UID:10001505-1758619800-1758627900@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:COPD Update - 23rd September 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:COPD Update – 23rd September 2025\, 09:30 to 11:45\nWith Specialist Respiratory Nurse\, Laura Rush\nSuitable for: \nAll Healthcare Professionals \nThis webinar will cover: \n​ \n·         The importance of getting the right diagnosis \n·         The latest evidence and guidelines for COPD management \n·         The newer treatment options and tailoring treatment to the patient \n·         Non pharmacological management options \n·         Recognising and managing exacerbations \n·         Supported self management \n​ \n  \nThroughout the webinar you will be able to contribute and ask questions \nThe event will be held online and details of how to join the event will be emailed out closer to the event date. \nIt is expected that you will attend the session virtually from a quiet location at which you will not be disturbed\, and you will have access to a microphone and camera on your device.  Every delegate must have their own device to use throughout this session.  This is a requirement for attending this interactive course. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name. \nIf you need any further information please contact ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/copd-update-23rd-september-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Respiratory Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250519T100538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T100538Z
UID:10001488-1758290400-1758301200@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners - 19th September 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners – 19th September 2025\, 14:00 to 17:00.  \nWith Specialist Immunisation Educators Tricia Smith and Emma Edwards. \nSuitable for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners that have undertaken the associated Immunisation Foundation course. \nIf you have not completed a Foundation course please contact the Learning and Development Centre before making a booking.  ldc.sentinel@nhs.net \nThis session will include: \n  \n\nA review of legal aspects of vaccination\, including delegation\, consent and patient specific directions\nEpidemiology of influenza\, pneumococcal and shingles diseases.\nInfluenza\, COVID\, pneumococcal and shingles programmes for 2025 and respiratory syncytial virus programmes for 2025/26.\nReview of the importance of the cold chain\nReview of the correction administration of vaccination\nReview of how to recognise anaphylaxis\n\n  \n  \nThis course is being run as an online training course. Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to the event. \nThis is an interactive teaching session and it is expected that delegates will be in a quiet environment in which they can use a camera and a microphone to communicate with the rest of the group.  Inability to communicate with others during the sessions may lead to the course not being successfully completed. \n  \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name.   \nThis training is for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners only. If you have any questions please contact us: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/immunisation-update-for-healthcare-assistants-and-assistant-practitioners-19th-september-2025-hosted-by-ldc-2
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Immunisation Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250519T101053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T101053Z
UID:10001489-1758274200-1758286800@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners - 19th September 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 19th September 2025\, 09:30 to 13:00.       \nWith Tricia Smith and Emma Edwards\nThis training is for Registered Healthcare Practitioners that have already completed a Foundation Immunisations course. If you have any questions please contact our team: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net \nThis session will include guidance on the core standards which will be in place for 2025. Changes to the childhood and adult immunisation programmes including the flu for 2024/2025\, COVID and RSV programmes.  \nThis course is being run as an online training course. Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to the event. \nThis is an interactive teaching session and it is expected that delegates will be in a quiet environment in which they can use a camera and a microphone to communicate with the rest of the group.  Inability to communicate with others during the sessions may lead to the course not being successfully completed. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name.  \n \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \nIf you have any questions please contact our team: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/immunisation-update-for-registered-healthcare-practitioners-19th-september-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Immunisation Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T031610
CREATED:20250317T125425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T125425Z
UID:10001370-1758101400-1758114000@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Diabetes Foundation - 17th September 2025 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Diabetes Foundation – 17th September 2025\, 09:30 to 13:00\nBecky Brown and Marcia Pearse present a general update suitable for anyone new to diabetes or wanting a refresher. It will improve general diabetes knowledge and promote up to date evidence based practice\, within diabetes care. \nThe course supports the Skills for Health Diabetes Competency Framework and is suitable for all primary care healthcare professionals. \nThe morning consists of a 3.5 hour diabetes update by the Specialist Nurse team. \nSuitable for community teams including: Practice Nurses\, District Nurses\, Long term condition Matrons and Healthcare Assistants. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account\, go to the Centre course list and click on the orange box next to the course name.   \n\nIt is expected that you will attend the session virtually from a quiet location at which you will not be disturbed\, and you will have access to a microphone and camera on your device.  Every delegate must have their own device to use throughout this session.  This is a requirement for attending this interactive course.  \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom account should be recognisable as the name on your booking.  If we cannot identify delegates they may not be admitted to the session\, or certificates may not be issued after the event. \nThis course is being delivered virtually; meeting details will be advised a few days beforehand.  If there are any queries please contact ldc.sentinel@nhs.net.
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/diabetes-foundation-17th-september-2025-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Diabetes Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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