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SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 30th July 2026 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 30th July 2026. 09:30 to 13:00\nLive Virtual Teaching Session\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 2026. Changes to the childhood and adult immunisation programmes including the flu for 2026\, COVID and RSV programmes.  \nThis course is being run as a virtual training course. Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to 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.\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-30th-july-2026-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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T160000
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SUMMARY:Cervical Sample Taker Training: South and West Devon - September 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Cervical Sample Taker Training: South and West Devon – September 2026.\nIn person training at Boringdon Golf Club\, 55 Plymbridge Road\, Plymouth\, PL7 4QG.\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  \nThis course is only suitable for Registered Practitioners that hold a current\, valid PIN.  \nWednesday 2nd September 2026 – 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.  \nMentors of Trainees must hold a valid PIN and have undertaken a Sample Taking Foundation or Update course within the last 3 years.  For the full list of eligibility criteria please read the 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.  \nNOTE – Attendance at this session is MANDATORY unless certain criteria are met and Mentor absence is agreed in advance with the CSTT Administrator.  If an additional Mentor Introduction session is required to ensure full compliance with government guidelines\, a fee of £25 will be charged to cover administration and educator costs and facilitation. Provision of additional Mentor Introductions are at the discretion of the Learning and Development Centre and if no arrangements can be made within timescales Trainees may be deferred to a later programme.  \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 9th September 2026 – 09:00 – 16:00 \nFace to Face teaching session for Trainee Sample Takers \nBoringdon Golf Club\, 55 Plymbridge Rd\, Plymouth PL7 4QG. \nWednesday 16th September 2026 – 09:00 – 16:00  \nFace to Face teaching and practical session for Trainee Sample Takers \nBoringdon Golf Club\, 55 Plymbridge Rd\, Plymouth PL7 4QG. \nThe aim of this course is to support Cervical Sample Taker Trainees to maintain high standards of sample taking in accordance with local and national standards. The guidance was updated in 2023 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 \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-south-and-west-devon-september-2026-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Boringdon Golf Club\, 55 Plymbridge Road\, Plymouth\, PL7 4QG
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T120456Z
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SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 10th September 2026 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 10th September 2026. 09:30 to 13:00\nLive Virtual Teaching Session\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 2026. Changes to the childhood and adult immunisation programmes including the flu for 2026\, COVID and RSV programmes.  \nThis course is being run as a virtual training course. Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to 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.\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-10th-september-2026-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:20260910T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T120348Z
CREATED:20260326T092054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T120348Z
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SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners – 10th September 2026 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners – 10th September 2026\, 13:30 to 16:30.  \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 2026/27.\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-10th-september-2026-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:20260915T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T141854Z
CREATED:20260603T141854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T141854Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Phlebotomy - 15th September 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Phlebotomy – 15th September 2026 \n09:30 to 13:00 \nDelivered in person at The Woolwell Centre\, Darklake Lane\, Woolwell\, Plymouth. PL6 7TR. \nWith Tracey Owen \nIn person training\, suitable for all Healthcare Professionals. \nPlease note that following this course it is expected that delegates will return to a suitable healthcare setting and complete a competency document under the supervision of an experienced practitioner.  The certificate of attendance at this training session and the completed competency document together evidence proficiency in phlebotomy.  \nCourse Aim: \n\nTo understand how to perform venepuncture safely and effectively.\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n•       Define venepuncture. \n•       Identify suitable veins for venepuncture. \n•       Explore the problems in identifying suitable veins for venepuncture. \n•       Identify complications. \n•       Demonstrate health and safety awareness. \n•       Anatomy and physiology of the arm. \n•       Demonstrate understanding  of the appropriate  equipment required \n•       Perform venepuncture safety under stimulated conditions \n•       Describe infection prevention measures \n•       Identify the action required in the event of a needle stick injury \n  \n•       Effectively communicate with patients \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 and navigate to the Courses page.  \nIf you have any questions please contact the team at ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/introduction-to-phlebotomy-15th-september-2026-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Woolwell Community Centre\, PL6 7TR\, Woolwell Community Centre\, Plymouth\, PL6 7TR
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses,Phlebotomy/Pernicious Anaemia Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T114500
DTSTAMP:20260708T112853Z
CREATED:20260708T112853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T112853Z
UID:10001977-1789637400-1789645500@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Performing Spirometry Update - 17th September 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Performing Spirometry Update – 17th September 2025\n09:30 to 11:45\nPresented by Specialist Respiratory Nurse\, Laura Rush.\n  \nSuitable for any professional working with Spirometry \n  \nThis webinar will cover: \n​·         The indications and contraindications of spirometry \n·         Infection control \n·         Preparing the equipment \n·         Patient preparation \n·         Performing spirometry in line with ARTP standards- getting a good result \n·         Technical acceptability and reproducibility \n·         Spirometry demonstration \n·         Reversibility testing \n·         Recognising errors in spirometry \n·         Introduction to the measurements obtained from spirometry \n·         The National register \n  \nThis session covers both adult and child spirometry.  \n  \n​If 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 and navigate to the Courses page on your dashboard. \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. \n​Throughout the webinar you will be expected to contribute to discussion and will be able to contribute and ask questions \nDetails of how to join the event will be emailed to delegates in the week before the event. \nIf you need any further information please contact the Learning and Development Centre: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net \n  \nThis session has been sponsored by: \n \nThere will be a product promotional presentation by a Chiesi Representative. Chiesi Ltd has sponsored the costs associated with the logistical organisation of this event.
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/performing-spirometry-update-17th-september-2026-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Respiratory Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T141718Z
CREATED:20260410T141718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T141718Z
UID:10001905-1789653600-1789664400@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Understanding Medical Terminology Workshop - 17th September 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Medical Terminology Workshop \nVirtual interactive workshop presented by Clare Hartgen\, Learning and Development Centre Non-Clinical Educator \n17th September 2026 – 14:00 to 17:00 \n  \nSuitable for:  \nPrimary Care Administration and Reception Teams \nCourse Aim: \nBy the end of this workshop delegates should have improved their understanding of medical terminology and the systems within the body.  They should be able to use this knowledge at work to enhance their understanding of terms and abbreviations which in turn will increase effectiveness and job satisfaction. \nCourse Objective: \nTo learn more about the more common medical terms with a basic understanding of anatomy linked to systems within the body. \nLearning Outcomes: \nBreak down medical terminology into suffixes\, prefixes and root words to understand the meaning \nDecipher what area of the body the term relates to \nUtilise this knowledge at work with enhanced understanding of terms and abbreviations. \nThis workshop is limited to 15 delegates. \nThere is a Workbook which accompanies this course and there is information within that that will support delegates’ learning.  This will be distributed to delegates prior to the 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. \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. \nIf you have any queries please contact ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/understanding-medical-terminology-workshop-17th-september-2026-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Administration Courses,Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T120611Z
CREATED:20260220T123038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T120611Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Wound Assessments and Dressings Selection – 18th September 2026
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Wound Assessments and Dressings Selection – 18th September 2026\, 09:30 to 12:30. \nIn person training hosted at The Watermark\, Erme Court\, Ivybridge\, PL21 0SZ.\nWith Alexandra Bishop\, Tissue Viability Nurse Specialist\nSuitable for: \nRegistered\, clinical healthcare professionals\, introducing types and variations of wounds seen in primary care and how to treat them\, with a summary of the most suitable dressings for each presentation. \nThis is a live teaching session\, presented in person at the venue.  This session will not be streamed or recorded for future reference.  Delegates will be sent additional information and meeting details in the week prior to the teaching session. \nFacilities and Parking: \nThe nearest long stay car park is the Leonards Road Car Park which is a 1 minute level walk from the venue.  This car park is located behind Erme Court.  Please be prepared to pay for your parking.  For more details and directions please click here: https://www.southhams.gov.uk/parking/car-parks/leonards-road-ivybridge \nThe Watermark Centre is fully accessible with level walkways and a lift to the first floor\, which is where the Beeson Suite is located.  If there are any queries about access please do contact us before the course date. \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/introduction-to-wound-assessments-and-dressings-selection-18th-september-2026
LOCATION:The Watermark\, Ivybridge\, The Watermark\, Ivybridge\, PL21 0SZ
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:20260918T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T120721Z
CREATED:20260326T092543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T120721Z
UID:10001897-1789723800-1789736400@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 18th September 2026 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 18th September 2026. 09:30 to 13:00\nLive Virtual Teaching Session\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 2026. Changes to the childhood and adult immunisation programmes including the flu for 2026\, COVID and RSV programmes.  \nThis course is being run as a virtual training course. Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to 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.\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-18th-september-2026-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:20260918T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T120830Z
CREATED:20260326T092808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T120830Z
UID:10001898-1789738200-1789749000@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners – 18th September 2026 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners – 18th September 2026\, 13:30 to 16:30.  \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 2026/27.\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-18th-september-2026-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:20260923T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260325T094405Z
CREATED:20260325T094405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T094405Z
UID:10001894-1790154000-1790179200@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Cervical Sample Taker Training: East Devon - September 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Cervical Sample Taker Training: East Devon – September 2026.\nIn person training at Cullompton Community Centre\, Pye Corner\, Cullompton\, Devon. EX15 1JX.\nWith Clinical Educator Pauline Bird. \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. \nThis course is only suitable for Registered Practitioners that hold a current\, valid PIN.  \nWednesday 16th September 2026 – 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.  \nMentors of Trainees must hold a valid PIN and have undertaken a Sample Taking Foundation or Update course within the last 3 years.  For the full list of eligibility criteria please read the 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.  \nNOTE – Attendance at this session is MANDATORY unless certain criteria are met and Mentor absence is agreed in advance with the CSTT Administrator.  If an additional Mentor Introduction session is required to ensure full compliance with government guidelines\, a fee of £25 will be charged to cover administration and educator costs and facilitation. Provision of additional Mentor Introductions are at the discretion of the Learning and Development Centre and if no arrangements can be made within timescales Trainees may be deferred to a later programme.  \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 23rd September 2026 – 09:00 – 16:00 \nFace to Face teaching session for Trainee Sample Takers \nCullompton Community Centre\, Pye Corner\, Cullompton\, Devon. EX15 1JX. \nWednesday 30th September 2026 – 09:00 – 16:00  \nFace to Face teaching and practical session for Trainee Sample Takers \nCullompton Community Centre\, Pye Corner\, Cullompton\, Devon. EX15 1JX. \nThe aim of this course is to support Cervical Sample Taker Trainees to maintain high standards of sample taking in accordance with local and national standards. The guidance was updated in 2023 and our initial training sessions include the following: \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\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 \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.  \nIf there are any queries please contact us: shs.cervicalsampletakers1@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/cervical-sample-taker-training-east-devon-september-2026-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Cullompton Community Centre\, Pye Corner\, Cullompton\, EX15 1JX
CATEGORIES:Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T120941Z
CREATED:20260326T093100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T120941Z
UID:10001899-1790242200-1790254800@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 24th September 2026 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 24th September 2026. 09:30 to 13:00\nLive Virtual Teaching Session\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 2026. Changes to the childhood and adult immunisation programmes including the flu for 2026\, COVID and RSV programmes.  \nThis course is being run as a virtual training course. Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to 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.\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-24th-september-2026-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:20260924T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T121044Z
CREATED:20260326T093333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T121044Z
UID:10001900-1790256600-1790267400@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners – 24th September 2026 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners – 24th September 2026\, 13:30 to 16:30.  \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 2026/27.\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-24th-september-2026-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:20260929T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T144500
DTSTAMP:20260407T121159Z
CREATED:20260115T145403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T121159Z
UID:10001786-1790685000-1790693100@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to COPD – 29th September 2026 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to COPD – 29th September 2026 – 12:30 to 14:45.\nWith Specialist Respiratory Nurse\, Laura Rush.\nSuitable for All Healthcare Professionals \nThis webinar will give a basic overview of: \n​ \n·         What COPD is and its impact \n·         The difference between a normal airway and a COPD airway \n·         The symptoms associated with COPD \n·         The diagnostic process including history and investigations \n·         Assessing and managing COPD including both the pharmacological & non pharmacological options \n·         The COPD guidelines \n​ \n  \nThroughout the webinar you will be able to contribute and ask questions. \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. \nIf you cannot attend the event place cancel your place via your training account to allow other people to make a booking. \nThe event will be held online and details of how to join the event will be emailed out closer to the event date. \nIf you need any further information please contact ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/introduction-to-copd-29th-september-2026-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:20260930T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T144500
DTSTAMP:20260604T130352Z
CREATED:20260410T142035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T130352Z
UID:10001906-1790771400-1790779500@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to Asthma – 30th September 2026 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Asthma – 30th September 2026 \n09:30 to 11:45 \nWith Specialist Respiratory Nurse Educator\, Laura Rush \n  \nSuitable for All Healthcare Professionals \n  \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 \n  \nThis session will be presented virtually.  Meeting details will be sent to delegates in the week prior to the course taking place. \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To manage your bookings please log into your Learning and Development Centre account. \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 need any further information please contact ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/introduction-to-asthma-30th-september-2026-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:20261001T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T124824Z
CREATED:20260416T124824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T124824Z
UID:10001910-1790847000-1790870400@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Foundation for Registered Healthcare Practitioners - 1st\, 8th and 15th October 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Foundation for Registered Healthcare Practitioners \n1st\, 8th and 15th October 2026 \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. \n  \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: \nDay ONE – Full day\n1st October 2026 – 09:30 to 16:00 \nKingdom Business Centre\, Brunel Road\, Newton Abbot\, TQ12 4PB \nIn-person training day: a buffet lunch is provided for all delegates.  Please state any dietary or access needs on your booking form. \n  \nDay TWO – half day\n8th October 2026 – 09:30 to 13:00 \nVirtual training session.  Zoom meeting details will be shared with you prior to the event. \nVenue: Zoom \n  \nDay THREE – half day\n15th October 2026 – 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. \n  \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.  \n  \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel or transfer it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account and navigate to your Courses page. \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 the team: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/immunisation-foundation-for-registered-healthcare-practitioners-1st-8th-and-15th-october-2026-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Kingdom Business Centre\, Brunel Road\, Newton Abbot\, TQ12 4PB
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:20261002T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261002T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T142337Z
CREATED:20260410T142337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T142337Z
UID:10001907-1790933400-1790946000@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners - 2nd October 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners – 2nd October 2026\, 09:30 to 13:00\nLive Virtual Teaching Session\nwith Tricia Smith and Emma Edwards\, Specialist Immunisation Educators\n  \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 \n  \nThis session will include guidance on the core standards which will be in place for 2026. Changes to the childhood and adult immunisation programmes including the flu for 2026\, COVID and RSV programmes.  \n  \nThis course is being run as a virtual training course. Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to the event. \n  \nIf you no longer require a place on this course please cancel your booking through your Learning and Development Centre account. \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. \n  \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-2nd-october-2026-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:20261002T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T073728Z
CREATED:20260414T073728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T073728Z
UID:10001909-1790949600-1790960400@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners - 2nd October 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Healthcare Assistants and Assistant Practitioners \n2nd October 2026 – 14:00 to 17:00 \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 \n  \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 2026/27.\nReview of the importance of the cold chain\nReview of the correction administration of vaccination\nReview of how to recognise anaphylaxis\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. \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 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-2nd-october-2026-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:20261006T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261006T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T121255Z
CREATED:20260115T145727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T121255Z
UID:10001787-1791279000-1791286200@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Inhaler Technique – 6th October 2026 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Inhaler Technique – 6th October 2026\, 09:30 to 11:25.\nLive Virtual Teaching Event.\nWith Specialist Respiratory Nurse Laura Rush\nSuitable for : Practice Nurses and Healthcare Assistants that see Respiratory Patients \nThis course will cover: \n  \n\nThe advantages of inhaled therapy\nThe issue of suboptimal inhaler technique and it’s impact on patients\nCommon errors\nThe types of inhaler device: pMDI\, DPI\, soft mist\nTailoring the device to the patient\nTeaching and assessing inhaler technique\nThe guidelines around inhalers and goals of pharmacological management in asthma and COPD\nReducing side effects\nThe Green agenda\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \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 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 ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/inhaler-technique-6th-october-2026-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:20261007T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260507T144112Z
CREATED:20260507T144112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T144112Z
UID:10001920-1791365400-1791374400@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Diabetes Foot Checks - 7th October 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Diabetes Foot Checks\nWith Craig Fairey\, Foot Protection Lead Podiatrist\, Livewell Southwest\nSuitable for – Registered Healthcare Practitioners including Nurses\, Registered Nurse Associates\, GPs\, Paramedics and Pharmacists. \nDiabetes related foot problems are the single major cause of non-traumatic lower limb amputations in the world.  More than 60\,000 people with Diabetes in England are thought to have a foot ulcer at any given time\, and 10%-15% of patients with diabetes will develop a foot ulcer in their lifetime. \nThis course will guide healthcare professionals through the correct procedure for foot checks on diabetic patients and how to perform Doppler Assessments as part of your assessment process. \nThis course is being delivered virtually; meeting details will be advised in the week before the 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 and navigate to your Courses page. \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.  \n All 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 ldc.sentinel@nhs.net.
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/diabetes-foot-checks-7th-october-2026-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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261013T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261013T114500
DTSTAMP:20260507T144429Z
CREATED:20260507T144429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T144429Z
UID:10001921-1791883800-1791891900@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Paediatric Asthma Update - 13th October 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Paediatric Asthma Update – 13th October 2026 \n09:30 to 11:45 \nWith Laura Rush\, Specialist Respiratory Nurse \nThis live\, virtual training course is aimed at healthcare professionals that are that are already managing asthma patients in practice and would like an update in Paediatric Asthma. \n​ This course will cover: \n  \n\nA refresher: overview of paediatric asthma/epidemiology\nThe latest guidance on diagnosing asthma in children:\nWhat makes it more likely?\nWhat about the under 5’s?\nWheeze in early childhood:\nEpisodic viral wheeze\nMultiple trigger wheeze\nThe latest guidance on treating asthma in children\nThe pharmacological and non-pharmacological management of asthma\nOverview of guidelines\nChoosing an inhaler device and inhaler technique\nRecognising and managing acute exacerbations.\nAction Plans and supported self-management\n\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. \nThe event will be held online and meeting details will be sent to delegates by email in the week prior to the course date. \nIf you have any queries please contact us! ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/paediatric-asthma-update-13th-october-2026-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:20261013T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261013T144500
DTSTAMP:20260708T113028Z
CREATED:20260708T113028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T113028Z
UID:10001978-1791894600-1791902700@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Interpreting Spirometry Update - 13th October 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Interpreting Spirometry Update – 13th October 2026 \n12:30 to 14:45 \nWith Specialist Respiratory Nurse\, Laura Rush.  \n  \nSuitable for Practice Nurses\, GPs – Professionals that are already involved in interpretation of Spirometry in clinical practice \n  \nThis webinar will cover: \n·         Checking spirometry is fit for interpretation \n·         Interpreting the graphs \n·         Interpreting the numbers \n·         Recognising spirometry patterns: normal\, obstruction\, restriction\, combined \n·         Identifying significant reversibility & its relevance \n·         Considering the findings in the context of the patient to support a diagnosis \n·         Writing a useful report \n·         Practical interpretation case studies \n·         The National register \n​This course covers both adult and child spirometry. \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\, and navigate to your Courses page. \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. \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. \n  \n​Throughout the webinar you will be expected to contribute to discussion and will be able to contribute and ask questions \n  \nDetails of how to join the event will be emailed to delegates in the week before the event. \n  \nIf you need any further information please contact ldc.sentinel@nhs.net \n  \nThis session has been sponsored by: \n \nThere will be a product promotional presentation by a Chiesi Representative. Chiesi Ltd has sponsored the costs associated with the logistical organisation of this event.
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/interpreting-spirometry-update-13th-october-2026-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Respiratory Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T133000
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UID:10001973-1791981000-1791984600@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism: Tier 1\, Part 2 – 14th October 2026 – Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism: Tier 1\, Part 2 \n14th October 2026 \n12:30 to 13:30 \nLive virtual training session hosted by Award Training and facilitated by the Learning and Development Centre.\n  \nSuitable for: \nAll staff working in a registered health and/or social care setting that require a general awareness of the support autistic people or people with a learning disability may need.  These will be staff members that are not making care decisions about patients. \nAs of July 2022\, all registered health and social care providers are now required to provide training for their staff in learning disability and autism\, including how to interact appropriately with autistic people and people who have a learning disability. \n  \nPlease use this graphic to determine which Tier of training you should attend: \n \n  \n  \n  \nALL DELEGATES MUST COMPLETE THE 90-MINUTE ONLINE LEARNING MODULE BEFORE ATTENDING THIS EVENT.  CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE MODULE VIA E-LEARNING FOR HEALTHCARE: https://www.e-lfh.org.uk/programmes/the-oliver-mcgowan-mandatory-training-on-learning-disability-and-autism/ \n  \nFrom our training partners\, Award Training: \nThe Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism is a standardised\, government-recommended training package designed to ensure consistent\, high-quality learning across the health and social care sector. \nDelivered by trained and approved facilitators\, the structured approach ensures that: \n✔ Content and delivery remain consistent\, making the training fully transferable between employers \n✔ It aligns with national standards and best practices\, as recognised by leading advisory bodies in health and social care \n✔ Staff receive the essential knowledge and understanding required by the Health and Care Act 2022 \n  \nCourse delivery: \nThis session will be delivered as a live virtual teaching session in MS Teams.  People joining the session should have access to their own device and join from a quiet location in which they will not be disturbed. \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. \n  \nIf there are any queries please contact us! ldc.sentinel@nhs.net \n 
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/oliver-mcgowan-mandatory-training-on-learning-disability-and-autism-tier-1-part-2-14th-october-2026-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Administration Courses,Clinical Skills Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T133000
DTSTAMP:20260708T112512Z
CREATED:20260708T112512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T112512Z
UID:10001976-1791981000-1791984600@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism: Tier 1\, Part 2 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism: Tier 1\, Part 2 \n14th October 2026 \n12:30 to 13:30 \nLive virtual training session hosted by Award Training and facilitated by the Learning and Development Centre.\n  \nSuitable for: \nAll staff working in a registered health and/or social care setting that require a general awareness of the support autistic people or people with a learning disability may need.  These will be staff members that are not making care decisions about patients. \nAs of July 2022\, all registered health and social care providers are now required to provide training for their staff in learning disability and autism\, including how to interact appropriately with autistic people and people who have a learning disability. \n  \nPlease use this graphic to determine which Tier of training you should attend: \n \n  \n  \n  \nALL DELEGATES MUST COMPLETE THE 90-MINUTE ONLINE LEARNING MODULE BEFORE ATTENDING THIS EVENT.  CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE MODULE VIA E-LEARNING FOR HEALTHCARE: https://www.e-lfh.org.uk/programmes/the-oliver-mcgowan-mandatory-training-on-learning-disability-and-autism/ \n  \nFrom our training partners\, Award Training: \nThe Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism is a standardised\, government-recommended training package designed to ensure consistent\, high-quality learning across the health and social care sector. \nDelivered by trained and approved facilitators\, the structured approach ensures that: \n✔ Content and delivery remain consistent\, making the training fully transferable between employers \n✔ It aligns with national standards and best practices\, as recognised by leading advisory bodies in health and social care \n✔ Staff receive the essential knowledge and understanding required by the Health and Care Act 2022 \n  \nCourse delivery: \nThis session will be delivered as a live virtual teaching session in MS Teams.  People joining the session should have access to their own device and join from a quiet location in which they will not be disturbed. \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. \n  \nIf there are any queries please contact us! ldc.sentinel@nhs.net \n 
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/oliver-mcgowan-mandatory-training-on-learning-disability-and-autism-tier-1-part-2-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mental Health Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T163000
DTSTAMP:20260507T145201Z
CREATED:20260507T145201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T145201Z
UID:10001922-1792072800-1792081800@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Managing Challenging Behaviour - 15th October 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Managing Challenging Behaviour \n15th October 2026\, 14:00 to 16:30 \nWith Learning and Development Centre Non-Clinical Educator\, Clare Hartgen \n  \nSuitable for \nAll Professionals in Customer Facing Roles \nCourse Aim \nThe aim of this workshop is to provide staff with the skills and understanding to have greater confidence in dealing with aggressive behaviour safely. \nTopics Covered \n\nWhy people become aggressive\nHow to assess risk\nHow to respond to conflict\nThe basics of de-escalation\nDealing with violence in the waiting room\nCommunication\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 and navigate to the Courses page. \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.  \n All delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join the meeting.  The name on your Zoom or Teams 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 the team at ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/managing-challenging-behaviour-15th-october-2026-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Live Virtual Course – Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T125143Z
CREATED:20260416T125143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T125143Z
UID:10001911-1792072800-1792083600@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Travel Health Foundation for Registered Healthcare Practitioners - 15th and 22nd October 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Travel Health Foundation for Registered Healthcare Practitioners\n15th and 22nd October 2026 \n2-Part course presented as Live Virtual sessions.   Delegates must attend both dates to complete the course.\nHosted by Tricia Smith and Emma Edwards\nThis course is not suitable for Healthcare Assistants\, Assistant Practitioners or other non-registered healthcare professionals.  \n  \nDAY ONE – 15th October 2026 – 14:00 to 17:00 \nLive virtual training session in Zoom \n  \nDAY TWO – 22nd October 2026 – 13:00 to 17:00 \nLive virtual training session in Zoom \n  \nDelegates must attend both dates to complete the course.  There is also an online assessment to complete; please ensure sufficient time is allocated to complete this after the second live teaching session.   \nThe assessment will be required after the second teaching session.  Please allow up to an hour to complete the online assessment. \n  \nThis course will be presented virtually and registered delegates will be sent learning materials and virtual meeting details in advance of the course via email. \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.  \n  \nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To cancel or transfer a booking please log into your Learning and Development Centre account and navigate to your Courses page. \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. \n  \nIf there are any queries please contact us: ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/travel-health-foundation-for-registered-healthcare-practitioners-15th-and-22nd-october-2026-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:20261016T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20271016T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T125459Z
CREATED:20260416T125459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T125459Z
UID:10001912-1792143000-1823691600@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners - 16th October 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Immunisation Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners\n16th October 2025 – 09:30 to 13:00 \nLive Virtual Teaching Session\nwith Tricia Smith and Emma Edwards.\n  \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 \n  \nThis session will include guidance on the core standards which will be in place for 2026. Changes to the childhood and adult immunisation programmes including the flu for 2026\, COVID and RSV programmes.  \n  \nThis course is being run as a virtual training course. Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed to you closer to the event. \n  \nIf you no longer require a place on this course please cancel or transfer your booking through your Learning and Development Centre account. \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. \n  \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-16th-october-2026-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:20261016T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111702Z
CREATED:20260420T111702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T111702Z
UID:10001913-1792159200-1792170000@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Travel Health Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners  - 16th October 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Travel Health Update for Registered Healthcare Practitioners \n16th October 2026 – 14:00 to 17:00 \nWith Specialist Immunisation Educators Tricia Smith and Emma Edwards. \n  \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. \n  \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. \n  \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/travel-health-update-for-registered-healthcare-practitioners-16th-october-2026-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:20261020T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261020T153000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122851Z
CREATED:20260514T122851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T122851Z
UID:10001925-1792488600-1792510200@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to Ear Care - 20th October 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Ear Care – 20th October 2026\n09:30 to 15:30\, Exeter Science Park Centre\, 6 Babbage Way\, Exeter Science Park\, Clyst Honiton\, Exeter. EX5 2FN \nwith Tracey Owen\, Ear Care Specialist.\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. \nObjectives/learning outcomes: \nAt the end of the study day the learners should: \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.  \nFree parking is available on site.  \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 and navigate to your course list. \nIf you have any questions please contact the team!  ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/introduction-to-ear-care-20th-october-2026-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Exeter Science Park\, 6 Babbage Way\, Exeter Science Park\, Clyst Honiton\, Exeter\, EX5 2FN
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:20261020T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261020T163000
DTSTAMP:20260717T145714Z
CREATED:20260717T145714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T145714Z
UID:10001987-1792488600-1792513800@devontraininghub.co.uk
SUMMARY:Spirometry Study Day - 20th October 2026 - Hosted by LDC
DESCRIPTION:Spirometry Study Day – 20th October 2026 \n09:30 to 16:30 \nIn person training at Exeter Science Park Centre\, 6 Babbage Way\, Exeter Science Park\, Clyst Honiton\, Exeter. EX5 2FN \n\nPerforming spirometry in adults & children and/or technical reporting/interpretation. \nSuitable for: Clinical practitioners using Spirometry as a diagnosis tool for patients with respiratory conditions. \nAGENDA\n09:00 – Registration \n09:30 – Welcome and introduction \n09:45 – Performing spirometry\n• Respiratory anatomy & physiology\n• Introduction to spirometry and what we are measuring\n• Indications for spirometry\n• Preparing the equipment: infection control\, quality assurance (verification of calibration &\ncalibration\, biological control)\n• Patient preparation: pre-test advice\, contraindications\, demographics & reference values \n10:45 – Coffee Break \n11:00 – Performing spirometry\n• Performing spirometry in line with the ARTP standards- getting a good result\n• Technical acceptability and reproducibility\n• Spirometry demonstration\n• Carrying out reversibility\n• Recognising errors in spirometry- group work\n• Spirometry Practical (please bring your spirometer\, antibacterial antiviral filters & 3L\nsyringe. If software based\, please load this onto a laptop to bring) \n12:30 – Lunch \n13:15 – Technical reporting/Interpretation of spirometry\n• Checking spirometry is fit for interpretation\n• Top 10\, now revised top 7 Tips to interpret methodically\n• Interpreting the graphs & the numbers\n• Z-scores and the LLN\n• Recognising spirometry patterns: normal\, obstruction\, restriction\, combined\n• Pathology that may cause the above patterns \n14:30 – Coffee \n14:45 – Interpretation of spirometry\n• Identifying significant reversibility & its relevance\n• Considering the findings in the context of the patient to support a diagnosis\n• Writing a useful report\n• Practical interpretation- case study based \n16:30 – Close \n\nThis is a catered event – please ensure that you confirm any access and/or dietary needs on your Learning and Development Centre account profile.   \n\nIf you no longer require your place on this course place cancel it so that there is availability for other delegates.  To manage your bookings please log into your Learning and Development Centre account and navigate to your Courses page. \nAll delegates must have their own booking made through the Learning and Development Centre website to join this education day. Further information will be provided to all delegates prior to the event. \nIf there are any queries please do contact ldc.sentinel@nhs.net. \nThis Study Day is being sponsored by: \nThere will be product promotional presentations by a Chiesi Representative at the beginning of the day and following lunch. Chiesi Ltd has sponsored the costs associated with the logistical organisation of this event.
URL:https://devontraininghub.co.uk/event/spirometry-study-day-20th-october-2026-hosted-by-ldc
LOCATION:Exeter Science Park\, 6 Babbage Way\, Exeter Science Park\, Clyst Honiton\, Exeter\, EX5 2FN
CATEGORIES:Respiratory Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning and Development Centre":MAILTO:ldc.sentinel@nhs.net
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