Network training events
Our events are generally aimed at staff working in both community and inpatient settings, are applicable to a range of professions (including medicine), and may also be suitable for professionals in the voluntary sector. Royal College of Physician CPD accreditation will be sought for events of particular relevance to doctors.
Professionals employed by private companies may be able to access our face to face events with the following caveats:
- If the event is free then a charge will be levied. This will be used to support future events
- If places are limited then priority will be given to NHS, public sector or voluntary sector staff
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1. Introductory level
Our quarterly study days rotate round different Trusts in Greater Manchester. The events are aimed at new starters, those new to stroke care or staff needing a refresher – staff can be from pre-hospital, inpatient, community or the voluntary sectors.
The content is delivered using a multi disciplinary format and reflects our local care pathways. It has been agreed regionally and is not organisation specific. Topics are delivered by local experts and include: stroke overview, pre-hospital care; A&E assessment; hyper acute care; MDT working; psychology; secondary prevention and life after stroke
Other dates for 2027 – Wigan , Manchester Foundation Trust, Fairfield, Stockport are to be confirmed soon
2. Experienced level
Our masterclasses are delivered through a mix of face to face and online events. Hyperlinked events are open for bookings:
Neurogenic bladder & bowel & stroke continence (in association with Coloplast) – 11th September
Planned topics:
- Motivational interviewing & self management -October/November
- Sensory rehabilitation – tbc
- Spasticity & vestibular rehabilitation – early 2027
- FES – 2027
You can access our extensive archive on our YouTube Channel. If the training below is not listed on the channel it may not be deemed suitable for a wider audience. You can request access by emailing karen.smith22@nca.nhs.uk
- Improving assessment and management of post-stroke pain – Feb 26
- Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA) recognition and referral in primary care – Jun 25
- Improving outcomes for people with neurological conditions who experience homelessness – Apr 25
- Patient & carer involvement in stroke and neurorehabilitation service improvement – Nov 24
- Introduction to sex & relationships after stroke and other neurological conditions – Oct 24
- Advanced level MSK shoulder – Jan 24
- Cultural awareness within neurorehabilitation webinar – Dec 23
- Mental capacity – Jun 23
- Advanced vestibular rehabilitation – May 23
- ACT training (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) – Apr 23
- Introduction to vestibular rehabilitation – Mar 23
- Advanced managing challenging behaviour training – Sep 22
- Introduction to managing Cchallenging behaviours in the community – Jul 22
- An introduction to managing Functional Neurological Disorder – Mar 22
- Introduction to vocational rehabilitation – Jan 22
- Lee Silverman Voice Treatment – Jan 22
- Vision after brain injury advanced level – Dec 21
- Spasticity: Pathophysiology of spasticity – Sep 21
- Spasticity: Neurosurgical interventions – Jul 21
- Spasticity: Posture & positioning and splinting & orthotics – Jul 21
- Supporting Mental Capacity Assessment – Jun 21
- Visual impairment in stroke and neurorehabilitation – Jun 21
- Spasticity: Early surgical management – May 21
- Prolonged Disorders of Consciousness – May 21
- Spasticity: Pharmacology & role of the Non-Medical Injector – Apr 21
- Advanced decisions in care and Lasting Power of Attorney – Apr 21
- Facial palsy and services in Greater Manchester – Mar 21
- Introduction to spasticity – Jan 21
- Assessing and managing the risk of suicide in community stroke & neurorehabilitation – Dec 20
- Dysphagia rehabilitation – Nov 20
- Above cuff vocalisation – Nov 20
- Euphonia project and voice banking – Oct 20
Other training events
The West Yorkshire and Harrogate Integrated Stroke Delivery Network has developed a Personalised Care Training for Stroke Staff module, which is now available on the Stroke-Specific Education Framework (SSEF) platform:
- Core (UKSF Registration Number 29594) – Ideal for those new to personalised care, focusing on the fundamental principles of person-centred stroke support.
- Intermediate (UKSF Registration Number 29610) – Designed for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of personalised stroke care and apply it effectively in practice.
- Expert (UKSF Registration Number 29611) – Tailored for experienced professionals aiming to refine and extend their expertise in delivering high-quality, personalised stroke management.
You can access the training at: Personalised Care Training Package Launch