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In this space you can find out what funding and courses are available for you and how to apply

Funding For NMAHPs

How to Apply

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North of Tyne Funding

The North of Tyne fund offers a range of different courses relating to digital skills, marketing and leadership and is available until 2025.

Some of our more popular courses are:

• Introduction to Project Management and QI

• Microsoft Courses ranging from Level 1 - Level 3

• Shoot, Edit, Share: Getting Started in Video Marketing

You are able to access a maximum of 2 courses using this funding so please bear this in mind when booking. To check you are eligible, please submit your request throught the Digital Workplace

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Funding for NMAHPs

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) funding is available for qualified and registered Nurses and Nursing Associates, Midwives and 14 nationally recognised AHP groups, delivered by Health Education England. The funding can be used on anything that meets your development needs up to a maximum of £1000 per person. Please see the below table for the following AHP groups eligible for funding: Art Therapists, Dieticians, Paramedics,Drama Therapists, Occupational Therapists Physiotherapists, Music Therapists, Operating Department Practitioners, Prosthetists and Orthotists, Chiropodists, Orthoptists, Radiographers, Podiatrists, Osteopaths and Speech and Language Therapists.

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For more information on how to apply for CPD funding, please find the 'How to Apply' section below. Alternatively, feel free to get in touch with us or fill out the enquiry form at the bottom of the page!

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For any NMAHPs applying for funding towards their chosen course, please request this through our new digital request system on Digital Workplace link above

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ's

I did a course last year, am I able to do another?

Is there space available on my chosen course

How Do I Pay?

How much funding am I entitled to?

What happens if the course is more expensive than the funding I am entitled to?

I am going on Maternity/Sick leave can i still do my course

What course can i do?

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ's

I did a course last year, am I able to do another?

Is there space available on my chosen course

How Do I Pay?

How much funding am I entitled to?

What happens if the course is more expensive than the funding I am entitled to?

I am going on Maternity/Sick leave can i still do my course

What course can i do?

Contact Us

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Request for Training

If you know which training you require, please submit a DWP Request with the Provider name and the Title of the training course. The link for this can be found below. If you are unsure on the details you need to submit, please contact CPD who will be able to assist.

Digital Workspace

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What's New

Please see the various information about Free Courses Available

Free Level 3 courses

Advanced Learner Loan

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Free Level 3 courses

Advanced Learner Loan

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Free Level 3 courses

Advanced Learner Loan

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Advanced Learner Loan

Free Level 3 courses

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Digital Workspace

Please speak with your line manager before requesting any training. Once you have had the converstaion please, request your chosen training via the DWP (digital workplace), click the link Below (start)

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How To Apply

All staff excluding Medical and Dental, please apply for all funding for training through the Digital Workplace Medical and Dental staff For any training and education requests for Medical and Dental staff, please discuss and apply through your department/Business Unit.

Below are links to the videos to show you how to submit a request through the digital workplace Team/Profession(s) Request

Individual Request Video

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Workforce Development

Your development is important to us.

Your development is important to us. The Workforce Development Team (WFD) at Northumbria manages the funding that is available to support developing your skills and education. Below you will find some of the funding that can be easily accessed but there is much more available behind the scenes. Every colleague throughout the Trust, has access to developing their skillsets simply by getting in touch and exploring the options. If you have any questions or wish to learn more about your development opportunities, we first recommend speaking with your line manager for approval specific advice. Alternatively, the WFD team can provide support to help you understand what training is available to meet your needs. Please note that this is on a case-by-case basis and while some pathways may not be available right now, we can help direct you to alternative pathways or may even secure you a place on your desired course in the future. You can contact us by putting in a request by the Digital Workplace (DWP) Why not have a browse at some of the courses we have available on out Training Catalogue

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Advanced Learner Loan

What is it? To help with the costs of a course at a college or training provider in England. You can apply for up to 4 loans and you can get more than one at the same time. How much you get depends on: the type of course, your course fees, the maximum loan available for your course. It only covers your course fees, not your living costs. The minimum loan you can get is £300 and it’s paid directly to your college or training provider. You do not have to borrow the full cost of your course - you can pay for some of it yourself. Who is it for ? Before you apply for an Advanced Learner Loan Check if you’re eligible Whether you qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan depends on your: age, course, college or training provider, nationality or residency status.

You must be 19 or older on the first day of your course. Your course must be: A Level 3, 4, 5 or 6 qualification, for example A Levels or Graduate Certificate and at an approved college or training provider in England

When you repay your loanYou’ll have to start Repaying your Loan when your income is over a certain amount (the ‘threshold’ amount). You’ll be charged interest from the day you get the first payment.

You can choose to make Extra repayments towards your loan. These are in addition to the repayments you must make when your income is over the threshold amount and are not compulsory.

Cost Waivered Use this loan to get onto an access to higher education course If you go on to study at degree level at university (fee paid/ student loan) then the adult loaner loan will get waivered

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Free Level 3 Qualifications if you earn less that £25,000

A Level 3 Qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma or A levels. The qualifications could help you: Gain skills that employers value, Improve your job prospects, Earn a higher wage Boost your earning potential and make your CV stand out from the rest.

The qualifications could help you: Gain skills that employers value, Improve your job prospects, Earn a higher wage Boost your earning potential and make your CV stand out from the rest. Look at some of the providers below to find the right course for you.

Free Courses for Jobs | Newcastle College (ncl-coll.ac.uk)

Free Courses for Jobs | Adult Learners | Middlesbrough College (mbro.ac.uk)

Free Courses for Jobs Online - Free Courses in England

Free courses for jobs - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Results | Find a course | National Careers Service

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Laura's Story

For more information on how to apply for CPD funding, please find the 'How to Apply' section below. Alternatively, feel free to get in touch with us or fill out the enquiry form at the bottom of the page!

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Case Studies

Clinical

Non- Clinical

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Clinical Case Studies

Jane Stirton Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Jodie Mercel NMAHP Education and Development Lead

Claire McMurray Clinical Nurse Educator UTC

Hannah Norton Speech and Language Therapist

Kerry Dickinson Senior Occupational Therapist

Jodie Mercel

Laura Robson Nurse Practitioner

Practice Education Team

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Non-Clinical Case Studys

Abigal Thornton Operational Service Manager OSM

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If your funding does not cover the entire cost of the course you wish to pursue you have three options. 1. Department pay remainder (or a contribution) 2. You can pay the remainder 3. You can decide not to pursue the course

Your development is important to us. The Workforce Development Team (WFD) at Northumbria manages the funding that is available to support developing your skills and education. Below you will find some of the funding that can be easily accessed but there is much more available behind the scenes. Every colleague throughout the Trust, has access to developing their skillsets simply by getting in touch and exploring the options. If you have any questions or wish to learn more about your development opportunities, we first recommend speaking with your line manager for approval specific advice. Alternatively, the WFD team can provide support to help you understand what training is available to meet your needs. Please note that this is on a case-by-case basis and while some pathways may not be available right now, we can help direct you to alternative pathways or may even secure you a place on your desired course in the future. You can contact us by putting in a request by the Digital Workplace (DWP) why not have a browse at some of the courses we have available on out Training Catalogue

We have a wide range of courses available and are adding new courses daily, with over 10 partnership providers it is difficult to provide a comprehensive list of which courses are available, however you can find non-exhaustive list of courses on the Training Idea Page to get an idea on what pursue. If you have a specific requirement relating to your appraisal or personal development please contact us via the Digital Workplace.

There may be opportunities to advance your career by attending multiple courses throughout the year, however, as Workforce Development courses are in high demand, We recommend contacting the workforce development team via email or enquiry form to investigate further into additional funding. Additionally your line manager will also need to approve any new courses

Your development is important to us. The Workforce Development Team (WFD) at Northumbria manages the funding that is available to support developing your skills and education. Below you will find some of the funding that can be easily accessed but there is much more available behind the scenes. Every colleague throughout the Trust, has access to developing their skillsets simply by getting in touch and exploring the options. If you have any questions or wish to learn more about your development opportunities, we first recommend speaking with your line manager for approval specific advice. Alternatively, the WFD team can provide support to help you understand what training is available to meet your needs. Please note that this is on a case-by-case basis and while some pathways may not be available right now, we can help direct you to alternative pathways or may even secure you a place on your desired course in the future. You can contact us by putting in a request by the Digital Workplace (DWP) why not have a browse at some of the courses we have available on out Training Catalogue

Many providers within our partnership offer several courses at a time. Due to the high demand of learning and development from colleagues, we may not be able to secure a space on your ideal course. If this issue arises, we will work with you to find another suitable course or secure a space in a later session - pending approval from your line manager.

We have a wide range of courses available and are adding new ones everyday. With over 10 partnership providers it is difficult to provide a comprehensive list of which courses are available, however you can find a non-exhaustive list of courses on the training ideas page to get an idea on what to pursue.

Many providers within our partnership offer several courses at a time. Due to the high demand of learning and development from colleagues, we may not be able to secure a space on your ideal course. If this issue arises, we will work with you to find another suitable course or secure a space in a later session - pending approval from your line manager.

There are two options for payment: 1) Payment by invoice which is to be sent to the Workforce Development Team for processing 2) Upfront payment by staff members, with reimbursement through the Easy Expenses System If you have any questions regarding payment please respond via your DWP request

We have a wide range of courses available and are adding new ones everyday. With over 10 partnership providers it is difficult to provide a comprehensive list of which courses are available, however you can find a non-exhaustive list of courses on the training ideas page to get an idea on what to pursue.

There are two options for payment: 1) Payment by invoice which is to be sent to the Workforce Development Team for processing 2) Upfront payment by staff members, with reimbursement through the Easy Expenses System If you have any questions regarding payment please respond via your DWP request

There are two options for payment: 1) Payment by invoice which is to be sent to the Workforce Development Team for processing 2) Upfront payment by staff members, with reimbursement through the Easy Expenses System If you have any questions regarding payment please respond via your DWP request

Access to funding for education development can be complicated during periods of Leave. If you have Prearranged funding and then find yourself needing to go off Sick, Maternity or any other leave then a discussion would have to take place with HR, your Manager and the L&D team to determine a plan for you. Please contact The Workforce Development Team for any support with this

How much funding you are entitled too changes depending on your circumstances. The Workforce Development Team will discus this with you when you contact them.

If your funding does not cover the entire cost of the course you wish to pursue you have three options. 1. Department pay remainder (or a contribution) 2. You can pay the remainder 3. You can decide not to pursue the course

Workforce Development

The Workforce Development Team (WFD) at Northumbria, manages the funding that is available for you to use to develop your skills and education. Below you will find some of the funding that can be easily accessed but there is much more available behind the scenes. Every colleague, in every business unit, has access to developing their skillsets simply by getting in touch and investigating the options.

If you have any questions, or want to explore your development opportunities, we first recommend speaking with your line manager for approval and for more specific advice. Alternatively, the WFD team can provide support to help you understand what training is available to meet your needs. Please note that this is on a case-by-case basis and while some pathways may not be available right now, we can help direct you to alternative pathways or may even secure you a place on your desired course in the future. You can contact us or simply head over to the DWP and click on people services cpd@nhct.nhs.uk Please allow 5 working days for us to respond to your query with the best advice on the way forward - all tailored to your needs. In the meantime, have a browse at some of the courses we have available.

We have a wide range of courses available and are adding new courses daily, with over 10 partnership providers it is difficult to provide a comprehensive list of which courses are available, however you can find non-exhaustive list of courses on the Training Idea Page to get an idea on what pursue. If you have a specific requirement relating to your appraisal or personal development please contact us via the Digital Workplace.

There are two options for payment: 1) Payment by invoice which is to be sent to the Workforce Development Team for processing 2) Upfront payment by staff members, with reimbursement through the Easy Expenses System If you have any questions regarding payment please respond via your DWP request

If your funding does not cover the entire cost of the course you wish to pursue you have three options. 1. Department pay remainder (or a contribution) 2. You can pay the remainder 3. You can decide not to pursue the course

How much funding you are entitled too changes depending on your circumstances. The Workforce Development Team will discus this with you when you contact them.

If your funding does not cover the entire cost of the course you wish to pursue you have three options. 1. Department pay remainder (or a contribution) 2. You can pay the remainder 3. You can decide not to pursue the course

There may be opportunities to advance your career by attending multiple courses throughout the year, however, as Workforce Development courses are in high demand, We recommend contacting the workforce development team via email or enquiry form to investigate further into additional funding. Additionally your line manager will also need to approve any new courses

Access to funding for education development can be complicated during periods of Leave. If you have Prearranged funding and then find yourself needing to go off Sick, Maternity or any other leave then a discussion would have to take place with HR, your Manager and the L&D team to determine a plan for you. Please contact The Workforce Development Team for any support with this