October Newsletter 2022

Welcome to our October Newsletter


CPTH provides training, education and workforce support across Primary Care in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
Upcoming Training & Events
E-Learning Cambridge Diabetes Education Programme Book Now
E-Learning RCNi Learning Book Now
E-Learning Practice Medicines Co-ordinators e-Learning Course Book Now
Mon 10 Oct Arthur Rank Hospice Services for Healthcare Professionals Book Now
Tue 11 Oct COPD Update Book Now
Tue 11 Oct Wound Management Study Day Book Now
Wed 12 Oct General Practice Nurse Forum Book Now
Thu 13 Oct FSRH Update Forum Book Now
Mon 17 Oct Chronic Oedema/Wet Legs Management Book Now
Wed 19 Oct Professional Clinical Network Pharmacy Forum Book Now
Wed 19 Oct HRT Update Book Now
Thu 20 Oct Safeguarding Matters L3 โ€“ Intro to Health IDVA Service Book Now
Tue 01 Nov Understanding Blood Tests Book Now
Tue 01 Nov Cervical Screening 2-day Accredited Training Course Book Now
Tue 08 Nov Physical Activity Advice Training Session Book Now
Enhanced Induction for Admin and Clerical
Effective Team Working & Self Management Skills
Wednesday 12 October 2022
A half day workshop focused on developing key skills to enhance personal effectiveness at work. 

Induction Programme for Staff New to Primary Care
Our comprehensive 2-day virtual induction is designed for staff new to primary care and may also benefit those who have already been in post for a few months.

SystmOne Training
for Clinicians and Admin/Reception teams

Stage 2 SystmOne training webinar provided by the Primary Care IT Team, NHS Cambridgeshire & Peterborough CCG.

Safeguarding Matters: Series of Level 3 Webinars
Regular virtual Safeguarding education sessions run by the local Safeguarding team, covering a wide range of topics to meet your Level 3 Training needs.

GP & ACP Education Programme
Tuesday 01 November
In the second of our GP and ACP education programme evenings we will be taking a look at Menopause and HRT with Dr Gill Shields.
You can also find the full list of programme dates for your diary on our website here.
Managing CHD in Primary Care
Monday 07 November
A review of coronary heart disease including related policies and guidelines and current evidence based diagnostic and treatment pathways. Aimed at practitioners involved in running CHD clinics and who wish to update their knowledge and skills and demonstrate their continuing competence.
Building an Inclusive Workplace
Tuesday 08 November
This short virtual workshop for admin staff (60 minutes followed by an optional 30 minutes for further discussion), offers all those attending an opportunity to explore and understand how to contribute to building an inclusive workplace where people are valued and respected.
Immunisation and Injection Training for HCAs (Flu, Pneumococcal and B12)
Wednesday 16 November
For HCAs that have been working as an HCA for at least 2 years and are working at a level 3. The course includes e-Learning (which the delegate will have 2 weeksโ€™ to complete), a full day webinar and half a day practical. The trainer will cover flu vaccine, pneumococcal vaccine and B12 injections but NOT the nasal flu for children or the shingles vaccine. To find out more and express interest click here.
Pharmacy Forums
Monthly meetings with an update from The Medicines Optimisation Team and time to network with other Pharmacy teams.
Suicide Awareness
Suicide Mitigation Training for GPs and Primary Care Staff including Connecting with People approach and SAFETool Framework.
Working with Personality Disorder
16-17 November
A CPFT 2-day conference offering the opportunity to learn from experts in the field about working with people with relational and emotional difficulties or a formal Personality Disorder diagnosis. The conference is a learning space for all, whether or not you have a clinical background.
An Introduction to the Menopause
Wed 16 November
An overview of the menopause, from diagnosis and symptoms through to managing a consultation and understanding the treatment options available. This session is aimed at Practice nurses, Assistant Practitioners, & other clinicians advising patients on the menopause.
Programmes & Opportunities
Did you know that the General Practice Assistant
role has now been added to the ARRS list?
Introducing the General Practice Assistant role to provide clinical and administrative support to GPs. Outline for the role based on HEE competency framework. PCNs can immediately begin recruitment through trainer positions with on-the-job training or by accessing the HEE Development and Credentialing Programme which will include support and training from HEE for 9 months of certification. PCNs going through the HEE programme can access backfill for GP mentoring time. Spaces are available on the October GPA Programme.
Closing date for applications: 13th October 2022
Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician (PTPT) Funding Available
Training Hub have successfully secured funding from HEE to support the employment of Pre-Registered Trainee Pharmacy Technicians in the C&P area since 2020 and are supporting practices and system partners to take on these roles as individual organisations and through cross-sector partnerships. Read more about this opportunity on our website here. For more information, email nicola.arbon@nhs.net
Do you need a Practice Nurse?
Student placements are an ideal opportunity to recruit Practice Nurses. CPTH urgently need more Practices to take on 2nd and 3rd year Student Nurses. We fully support the students during their time in practice, with a programme of digital learning related to the work in General Practice Nursing, e.g. health checks, diagnosis management of hypertension, CVD, child immunisations and much more.

Benefits to your Practice
include ยฃ40 per day, a morale boost to your nursing team who will really enjoy sharing their skills and knowledge with the students, plus introduction to future Practice nurses who genuinely enjoy Primary Care.

For more information contact: 

Sharon Ankin at sharon.ankin@nhs.net  โ€“ Cambridge Practices
Karen Prince at karen.prince@nhs.net โ€“ Huntingdon Practices
Janet Marsden at janet.marsden8@nhs.net โ€“ Peterborough Practices
FSRH Programme
Are you interested in women's health? Applications are now open for funded places available through the Training Hub for LARC training with our experienced team of Faculty Registered Trainers.
Coaching and Mentoring
Our team of Training Hub mentors are available to listen and to support you in finding the best way to move forward. Sessions are now available for GPs, Admin & Clerical and Personalised Care Roles.
Educators and Learning Organisations
Your Journey from Tier 2 to Tier 3 Educator
If you are a Tier 2 educator and are interested in developing to become a Tier 3, please do join us for our face-to-face tutorial event on Thursday 17th November in Huntingdon (venue TBC). Booking is now open, but spaces are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Book here
Supporting Future
Educators Programme
Following a successful Supporting Future Educators programme earlier this year, we will be launching our new programme in October so keep an eye out for more details.
Interested in becoming an Educator 
or Learning Organisation?
Your or your practice or PCN can contact your Training Programme Director to discuss, click here for more details, or get in touch to find out how we can help.
General Practice Fellowship
A 2-year funded programme of protected CPD time, early career learning, mentorship, peer support and coaching, for new or recently qualified GPs and Nurses, plus support for the practices employing them.
Pharmacist CPD Opportunities
Are you a newly qualified pharmacist or a pharmacist looking to develop skills, changing scope or stepping up in your role? UEA are providing HEE funded CPD accredited modules until March 2023.
MSK Clinical
Mentoring for GPs
Our new 3-stage MSK Clinical Mentoring Programme supports GPs to upskill in MSK assessment, diagnosis and management through funded study, clinical observation and practical mentoring in clinic.
Other News
Allied Health Professions (AHPsโ€™) Day
Friday 14 October 2022
Everyone at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Training Hub would like to say a huge Thank You to all our lovely AHPs out there in general practice, for all your hard work and dedication, not only on AHPs day but every day of the year!
Support
Grief & Loss Retreat Day - Tuesday 15 November
C&P Staff Support Hub are holding a free retreat day for anyone who is affected by grief and loss at this time, to safely explore how your loss and grief is affecting you. Whether the impact of loss comes from your personal life or your workplace โ€“ or both โ€“ this retreat in the tranquil environment of Launde Abbey Conference Centre will offer respite and creative, imaginative, gentle ways, to express your feelings, find hope, and to nurture yourself. Open to all healthcare and social care colleagues in the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough area.
Register here
Looking After You Too Coaching for NHS staff from BAME backgrounds 
Confidential, individually tailored coaching sessions to help staff from ethnic minority backgrounds to process experiences and develop coping strategies to maintain psychological health and wellbeing.
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Staff Support Hub
The Staff Support Hub offers free, confidential wellbeing support, webinars and forums for all health and care staff working in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough in any role, in any organisation.
Check your Emotional and Mental Wellbeing with the NHS Self-Check Tool
Not sure whether you need emotional or well-being support? Donโ€™t worry, you can now check your emotional and mental health wellbeing yourself using this brief and confidential online self-check tool.

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