General Practice Nursing (GPN) Foundations course
The GPN Foundations course run by Bournemouth University is for GPNs new to Primary Care and wish to further enhance their clinical practice and leadership in their role.
This fully funded unit is an excellent opportunity for any nurse, recently employed in General Practice to develop skills in the management of clients as a GPN. Taught by clinical experts, the course includes an exploration of the context of practice nursing and of Primary Care, clinical governance and QoF.
Please note, this course is available for those working in Hampshire and Isle of Wight only.
How to apply
To express interest in the Foundations course complete the HIOW GPN Foundations course Microsoft Form.
For more information, and FAQs, please visit the Thames Valley and Wessex Primary Care School web page.
Standards for student supervision and assessment (SSSA) training
TVW Primary Care School are delivering free SSSA training sessions for nurses and NAs supporting nursing students. This one-day session will provide you with the foundations needed to inspire the next generation of GPNs.
The course is suitable for nurses and NAs that have:
- No previous educator experience
- Previous educator experience
- Recently qualified
Please note, if you were previously a qualified nurse mentor or sign-off mentor, it is mandatory to transition to the practice supervisor / assessor role, in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards for supervision.
For course dates and details on how to apply, please visit the Thames Valley and Wessex Primary Care School web page.
Practice supervisor preparation / practice supervisor and practice assessor
(PS / PA) update
The PS / PA update elearning courses are designed to prepare and update nurses, NAs, midwives, and other registered healthcare professionals who support students on NMC approved programmes during their practice placements. This includes nursing, nursing associate and midwifery programmes aligned to the NMC standards for student supervision and assessment (2018).
Nursing associate and student nursing associate (SNA) support network
Nursing associates are a growing profession within Primary Care. As such, we are bringing together NAs and SNAs working in Primary Care, in a new support network, to engage, build relationships, and provide a platform for supportive and informative discussions.
These open forums will provide a safe space to:
- Connect with your peers
- Identify ongoing educational and development needs
- Reflect and explore common challenges
- Share ideas and resources
Sessions will be held virtually every 4-6 weeks.
Attendance at these sessions can be evidenced in your revalidation or as protected learning time.
Network Dates
For information about NA support session dates, please visit the Thames Valley and Wessex Primary Care School web page.