Please note that all our face to face courses are currently suspended. We and our partners are developing remote models to allow access to workshops flexibly. If you are registered to attend one of our courses, are on a waiting list or on our expression of interest list, we will contact you when further details are available.
Courses and Conferences
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NEW! Introduction to mentoring skills for senior trainees |
We are delighted to offer this one-day workshop again to senior trainees in London & KSS who are interested in developing their mentoring skills. Date & time: Thursday 25th November 2021 9.30am - 4.30pm (NB: You must be able to attend the full day. Please do not book on the course if you cannot stay for the full day as this impacts on the small group activities.) Course aims:
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NEW! V-Space themed groups for SuppoRTT Trainees |
V-Space is relaunching in October 2021 with the introduction of themed groups. If you are a doctor returning to training simply register for the group which best matches your reason for absence by selecting from the following themes:
Our small, focused groups offer group coaching and peer support in the virtual space. The sessions are designed specifically for trainees who are due to return to work within a few months of the group start date. Participants from a range of specialties, stages of training, and across London, Kent, Surrey and Sussex meet every fortnight for four sessions, with options to connect with each other in between sessions. |
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NEW October & December 2021 - The Consultant Interview: preparing for success |
This half-day virtually-facilitated workshop is targeted to trainee doctors within 18 months of CCT. The workshop takes you through a series of practical steps to ensure you are well-prepared for the consultant selection process. The small group size - plus virtual breakout rooms - allows the opportunity to polish up your interview techniques, and give and receive feedback on mock interview responses. The workshop aims to not only help you identify a plan of action to prepare for success, but also to gain the confidence needed for a compelling interview. Date and time: Wednesday 25 August 1.30pm – 5pm (FULL) Friday 22nd October 9.30am - 1.00pm (FULL) Thursday 9th December 1.00 - 5.00pm (FULL) Please note: places allocated on a first come first served basis. |
Booking form is now CLOSED |
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NEW - Virtual Peer Support Group for International Medical Graduates in a Training Post |
We will be starting a new facilitated and confidential virtual peer support group for International Medical Graduate trainees working in London and the South East. The first session will be on Tuesday 15th June 2021 (18:00hrs – 19:30hrs) and be facilitated by Dr Ali Hassas, an Associate Dean at the PSU. The aim of the group is to provide a confidential, relaxed, safe and supportive space to connect with other International Medical Graduate colleagues, away from your usual work environment. There will be a chance to:
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NEW - Webinars FY2 Specialty Applications |
NEW! FY2 How to Succeed in Specialty Applications Wondering how to turn your decision about specialty choice into a successful application? Career Planning webinars for all LondonKSS foundation trainees are currently booking for September. These 1 hour webinars, delivered by the HEE Careers London team, will include key information, advice and guidance on making successful applications from making your decision, submitting the application and mastering the selection processes and interviews. For further information and to book a place, click 'Book online' tab opposite. Wednesday 1st September 2021 (18:30 - 19:30) Thursday 2nd September 2021 (19:00 - 20:00) Monday 6th September 2021 (19:00 - 20:00) |
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NEW - Virtual Session Open MIC (Mock Interview Clinics) - Virtual session for consultant interview practice |
The HEE Careers London & KSS team are running mock interview clinic for London & KSS trainees across all medical specialties who are within 18 months of CCT. Each Open MIC session will enable participants to practise in small groups of peers, and gain feedback on answering different types of questions they can expect at consultant interviews. Further information and to book a place, click 'Book online' tab. Tuesday 14th September 2021 (14:00 - 16:30) Thursday 18th November 2021 (10:00 - 12:30) |
Booking Form is now CLOSED |
Careers Unit
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NEW - Virtual Session Assertiveness in Clinical Practice |
This virtual workshop (2.5 hour session) aims to help you to express your needs and opinions more confidently to others whilst reducing the chances of confrontation and conflict. It will provide you with practical advice on saying what you want and dealing calmly with other people’s reactions in a range of situations. Friday 10th December 2021 (09:30 - 12:30) Friday 11th February 2022 (09:30 - 12:30) Friday 18th March 2022 (09:30 - 12:30) |
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NEW - Virtual Session Exam Preparation Workshop |
This multi-professional workshop aims to support trainees in preparation for their higher exams, including those who have been unsuccessful in previous examination attempts. It will cover areas including revision, planning and preparation strategies, exam techniques and performance anxiety. Wednesday 8th December 2021: (14:00 - 17:00) Wednesday 9th February 2022: (14:00 - 17:00) Wednesday 16th March 2022: (14:00 - 17:00) |
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NEW - Virtual Session Stress and Examinations |
This two-hour virtual session covers tools and techniques for dealing with exam stress - session delivered by Richard Jones, Clinical Director, PHP Thursday 9th September 2021 (09:00 - 11:00) FULLY BOOKED |
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NEW - Virtual Session Individual session - Specialist communication skills and linguistic support (SCCLS) |
An individual two-hour session, currently being delivered via a virtual platform, working with a specialist educator and/or linguist and specialist role player as required to develop your communication skills for clinical practice Healthcare professionals typically apply for an individual session to:
Nov, Dec 2021 and Jan to Mar 2022 |
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NEW - Virtual Session Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) Exam Preparation for GP Trainees only |
This workshop aims to provide an understanding of the working of the AKT and how to prepare for it. The workshop is designed for:
The virtual workshop will run over two half days : Thursday 25th November & Thursday 2nd December 2021 (09:30 - 12:30) Thursday 24th February 2022 & Thursday 3rd March 2022 (09:30 - 12:30) |
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NEW - Virtual Session The Consultant Interview: preparing for Success |
NEW for Spring this half-day virtually-facilitated workshop is targeted to trainee doctors within 18 months of CCT. The workshop takes you through a series of practical steps to ensure you are well-prepared for the consultant selection process. The small group size - plus virtual breakout rooms - allows the opportunity to polish up your interview techniques, and give and receive feedback on mock interview responses. The workshop aims to not only help you identify a plan of action to prepare for success, but also to gain the confidence needed for a compelling interview. Thursday 27th May 2021 : 13:30-17:00 - FULLY BOOKED |
Careers Unit
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NEW Virtual Session Developing your English for Clinical Practice |
This is a two-day course delivered via a virtual platform, will enable individuals to learn about ways to use the workplace resources to develop their English 'on the job' and have opportunity to practise situations they find challenging. The sessions are facilitated by specialist linguists who can give feedback on language, cultural factors, pronunciation, as well as professional communication skills. Attendance required on both days. Day 1 - (09:30 - 15:00) Day 2 - (09:30 - 15:00) |
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V-space for SuppoRTT trainees |
A set of annotated slides following each session to support your learning and group engagement. |
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V-space Doctors' Forum |
A set of annotated slides following each session to support your learning and group engagement. |
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NEW Enhancing your Consultation Skills |
Explore models of consultation, reflect on your challenges and practise tailored scenarios with specialist role players while developing your peer observation and feedback skills. This is a two-day course. |
SCCLS Team |
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English Pronunciation for Clinical Practice: accent reduction for non-native speakers |
Communicating clearly and confidently is essential. Even if your knowledge of English is excellent, you may sometimes have difficulty making yourself understood, or notice that colleagues often ask you to repeat what you have said. The course is open to all languages and will be facilitated by a phonetics expert. You will have the opportunity to address any specific challenges that you have experienced in spoken communication. |
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SCCLS Team |
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Influence of Culture on Communication
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This is a full day workshop (09:00 - 17:00) which addresses the impact of language & culture on communication. Aims
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Case discussion group: Managing and Supporting Trainees in Difficult Situations (for Medical Education Leads) |
This is a discussion group open to TPDs, ADs, DMEs and Heads of School. It will provide a neutral space for attendees to discuss dilemmas and concerns where there may be a particularly challenging aspect to the remediation process. There will be the opportunity to learn from peers and to participate in reflective conversations that reinforce good practice. The discussion will be facilitated by the Professional Support Unit's Individual Support Team. Express your interest for courses in 2021 Future dates in 2021: Sept. 30th am, Nov. 30th pm |