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Commissioned, Bespoke Training and Evaluation

RIA designs and delivers training aligned with organisational priorities. Options include:

Delivery formats: on-site, live virtual, blended, or e-learning

Bespoke solutions: tailored content developed with your team, informed by current evidence

Cost-effective group sessions available in-house or virtually

Previous clients include NIHR coordinating centre, NHS Trusts, universities, and local government organisations.

Partner with Us

We collaborate with:

NHS Trusts & Integrated Care Boards

Academic Institutions

Local Authorities & Third Sector organisations

Research Networks & Industry partners

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Our unique training and education programme has been designed, evaluated and is delivered by four expert, specialist educators who have all obtained specialist qualifications in health and social care education. They are all Fellows of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). This demonstrates a commitment to professionalism in learning and teaching in higher education and is based on a globally recognised framework for benchmarking success within higher education teaching and learning support.

Members of the team also deliver training, lead or are involved with education and workforce development work streams for national organisations. Furthermore, they have been published and presented at national conferences in the field of training, education and workforce development in research and innovation. More recently the team has secured external funding to develop primary clinical education research into the feasibility of virtual reality as a training technique in healthcare, with specific focus on research and innovation. Our service is supported by our dedicated coordination administration team.

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The Research Academy showcasing their training for internal and external teams at the LTHT R&I conference.

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The AQUIRE Programme won the 'Time to Shine' award for Embedding Research & Innovation at LTHT in 2024.

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The Research & Innovation Academy at LTHT and Leeds Beckett university were shortlisted for a Nursing Times aware, highlighting excellence in Student Nursing education.

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Are you an experienced Research Nurse, Midwife or AHP wanting to become a PI?

Then this is the course for you.

Principal Investigator Pipeline Programme | NIHR

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Access to NIHR Research Delivery Recorded Webinars 

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Access to a number of webinars covering a range of research topics are available via the above link. You will need to provide your NHS email. Also if you search "NIHR" you will be able to see the full offering

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For all LTHT staff, the information is on our R&I SharePoint, under Research Academy.

In order to get started working on the studies you will be supporting, the following need to be completed:
- Book on to the LTHT Research Essentials course
-Start working on the LTHT Clinical Research Competency Framework (CRCF) with your Mentor / Supervisor

- Start your own training file to keep track of your training certificates and courses attended

- Complete a 1 page Research CV (template below)

All available on the Research Academy SharePoint: Training Resources

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National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Training  

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National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Training  

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The NIHR Learn portal offers access to your Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training which is a requirement for all those working in health and social care research.

You will need to sign up for an account to access either eLearning or face to face GCP training.

There are also other courses available via the NIHR

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The competency framework can be found on the RA SharePoint: Training Resources folder

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Clinical Research Competency Framework Guidance Document

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Clinical Research Competency Framework Guidance Document

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the guidance document can be found on the RA SharePoint: Training Resources folder

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Literature search and Critical appraisals

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Literature search and Critical appraisals

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Improve your skills in finding and using healthcare literature.

If you have access to Leeds Libraries, you can access the Critical appraisals training.

This supports healthcare staff in Leeds to search online information resources effectively, critically appraise healthcare literature, and improve awareness of the health literacy needs amongst our patients. We offer a schedule of group courses delivered via MS Teams throughout the year.

All the courses can be booked on the library website, https://www.leedslibraries.nhs.uk/information-skills-training

Or people can email the team on lthstafflibraries@nhs.net

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Aimed at Health and Social Care staff wishing to develop a Research/QI question

This programme will explore the process of defining and developing an appropriate research questions, planning, and undertaking a search of the published research around this question, managing, and writing up the results of such a search. This course comprises of workshops and one-to-one support to undertake your search, and a final workshop to and

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The LTHT Research and Innovation Academy develops, manages and delivers all aspects of training and education for staff working within Research and Innovation at LTHT. We offer all of our face to face and virtual training to external organisations. Please contact leedsth-tr.research.academylth@nhs.net to disucuss.

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We design, deliver and evaluate dynamic, targeted training aligned to the strategic priorities of health, social care, local authorities and third sector organisations. We can deliver training courses at your organisation/workplace or online as a virtual training package. e-learning is also available so that staff can learn at their own pace.

Our courses are delivered in the following ways:

Face to face

Live virtual remote sessions

E-learning

Blended learning

Commissioned, Bespoke Training and Evaluation

RIA designs and delivers training aligned with organisational priorities. Options include:

Delivery formats: on-site, live virtual, blended, or e-learning

Bespoke solutions: tailored content developed with your team, informed by current evidence

Cost-effective group sessions available in-house or virtually

Previous clients include NIHR coordinating centre, NHS Trusts, universities, and local government organisations.

Partner with Us

We collaborate with:

NHS Trusts & Integrated Care Boards

Academic Institutions

Local Authorities & Third Sector organisations

Research Networks & Industry partners

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Nursing and Midwifery Research Incubator 

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Nursing and Midwifery Research Portal

The Nursing and Midwifery Research Portal has been set up to expand capacity and support the development of a skilled clinical academic research workforce in nursing and midwifery professions.

Dr Polly Livermore

NIHR BRC Clinical Academic Programme Lead / Rheumatology Matron

Anna Marsh

Midwifery Researcher Lead Midwife for the Antenatal Clinic

Dr Emma Kwegyir-Afful

Lecturer in Adult Nursing

Pretty Manyimo

Specialist Palliative Nurse/ Post Graduate Research Student

The Nursing & Midwifery Incubator is supported by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). The views expressed on this website are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of the NIHR or Department of Health and Social Care

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The Nursing and Midwifery Research Portal has been set up to expand capacity and support the development of a skilled clinical academic research workforce in nursing and midwifery professions.

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Healthcare Professionals Academic Development 

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At Leeds we are committed to supporting our healthcare professionals in their academic development.

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If you would like to work with our innovation team, please contact them on: innovation.lth@nhs.net

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There is no escaping the impact on clinical research over the last 12 months due to the pandemic. Teams have hibernated and suspended large parts of their study portfolios to enable the swift set up and delivery of COVID-19 and vaccine studies. This has required a complete restructure of the research delivery workforce as well as decisions around which research nurses can be released to provide support to clinical areas. In addition, some staff have been required to continue supporting the life extending or preserving studies that remained open and this may have required them to take on additional portfolios and clinical specialities as the dedicated teams were re-deployed to COVID-19 related work.

The RCN Research Society Clinical Research Nurses sub-committee is interested in receiving accounts of your reflections and experiences now that the peak of the second wave is behind us and previous workloads begin to return. These will then be posted on the sub-committee website to share with research nurses across the country. In addition, we may review them as a collective to identify whether any common themes or learning is apparent. If this is felt to be of sufficient interest to the wider research nurse workforce, these themes will be summarised within an article for submission to an appropriate journal.

We would encourage you to reflect on your experience and send us a written account. Everyone's experience will come from their own unique perspective - all are of value and interest.

For further information and to receive guidelines please contact Helen Jones, Chair of the RCN Clinical Research Nurses sub-committee, at helenc.jones@nhs.net.

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Clinical Research Nurses sub committee | Royal College of Nursing

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There is no escaping the impact on clinical research over the last 12 months due to the pandemic. Teams have hibernated and suspended large parts of their study portfolios to enable the swift set up and delivery of COVID-19 and vaccine studies.

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The Accredited Register is for experienced CRPs who can demonstrate that they are working at practitioner level defined as level 5 and above of the 9 level Skills for Health Career Framework.

Applicants must have at least one year of experience working at practitioner level in addition to the educational requirements and any experience working at an entry/assistant level research delivery role. (N.B. CRPs may have 'assistant' in their job title and be working at an experienced practitioner level. The level of experience and knowledge are the criteria for joining the register and not Agenda for Change (AfC) bandings or job titles. Please see FAQs and guidance documents for further information).

Current education requirements require applicants to provide evidence that they have a minimum of level 6 education (degree or equivalent) as defined by the UK qualifications framework.

Applicants who gained their educational qualification overseas will need to provide a statement of comparability in line with UK ENIC requirements. The Statement of Comparability from the UK ENIC needs to be uploaded into the application.

A proposal to open a process to widen access to the CRP Register to experienced practitioners without level 6 qualifications on a time-limited, exceptional access basis was agreed by the AHCS in September 2022. For information regarding the Experienced Practitioner Gateway, please refer to this page.

There is more detailed information and guidance available in the guidance documents and FAQs section.
Support and guidance
The Academy runs monthly drop-in sessions for Clinical Research Practitioners who would like to know more about the Directory or PSA Accredited Register.

This is your opportunity to find out more about the application process, portfolios, writing reflections, or any other queries you may have.

You are welcome to join when you can, within the hour. This is not a formal meeting, rather an opportunity for you to ask a quick question and have your answer straight away.

Milly Brittain, AHCS CRP Project Administrator and Maya Leach, Engagement Manager: Clinical Research Practitioner Registration at the NIHR Clinical Research Network look forward to meeting you.

The NIHR Clinical Research Network supports a network of local CRP engagement leads and you will find further information on the NIHR CRP Community website.
Scope of Practice and Standards of Proficiency
The Scope of Practice and Standards of Proficiency were developed by the working groups who contributed to the CRP development.
Scope of Practice
The CRP Scope of Practice outlines the range of activities undertaken by CRPs and the different environments and contexts of practice. All health and care professionals must keep within their individual scope of practice and determining what is and is not part of their scope of practice is part of the professional responsibility of practitioners. All applicants to the CRP Register are required to complete a reflection on their own scope of practice and involve team members and their line manager in these discussions.
Standards of Proficiency
Standards are essential for members of the workforce to perform their job role activities, provide safe and effective care, and demonstrate their professionalism. The CRP 16 Standards of Proficiency cover two areas;

Professional Responsibility

Behaviours, knowledge and skills covering clinical research, clinical context and leadership

As members of the Healthcare Science workforce the professional standards outlined in Good Scientific Practice are also relevant.

In addition, the principles of Good Clinical Practice apply to all CRPs. All applicants are required to demonstrate that they have an up to date GCP Certificate as part of their portfolio.
How to join the CRP Accredited Register
Before you start your application, you must do the following:

1. Join the CRP Directory

2. Read guidance documents and ensure you are currently eligible.

3. Discuss your application with you line manager and connect with your local CRP lead if you have one and your CRP colleagues.

How to make an application
The register application process is split into 12 elements:

Personal Details

Guidance

Professional Identity

Employer Details

Education and Training

Portfolio

Good Character & Health

Declaration

Payment

Monitoring Information

Complete Application

The Portfolio documentation required is as followed:

Confirmation of application and documented assurance of practice development template

Reflective account 1.1 - Professional accountability

Reflective account 1.2 - Leadership

Reflective account 1.3 - Working across boundaries

As part of a continuous improvement approach, we have taken the opportunity to improve clarity within the application process by configuring a single document template for capture of both documented assurance and line manager confirmation. The previous templates will be retired and replaced with the single merged document. At the present time and until further notice, applications incorporating the previous templates, or the new template will be accepted by AHCS.

Confirmation of application by your manager assures that your practice as a CRP meets registration requirements. Therefore, when to make an application, will be a decision agreed between the CRP applicant and their manager and should be seen as an integral part of your continued professional development. Confirmation by line manager signature covers the following:

Confirmation that the applicant is working to a competency framework or equivalent evidenced based approach to knowledge and skills development *.

Confirmation that the applicant has discussed and appraised their practice development with a statutory registered healthcare professional.

Confirmation of the completion of the required statutory/mandatory training,

Confirmation that the applicant has a current DBS Certificate and English Language proficiency.

*If no competency framework or equivalent evidence based approach to knowledge and skills development has been used in the applicant's role development to date, the applicant and their manager may wish to use one of the available competency frameworks, and/or the NIHR Integrated Workforce Framework (IWF) Resources to enable a structured and evidence-based approach to identifying areas of skills development as well as appraisal of achievements and progress already made.

The documented assurance of practice development section of this template allows for documentation of (i) the practice development conversation with a statutory registered health professional (this could be your line manager if they are part of a statutory registered profession or include a member of your team who is part of a statutory register. The template needs to include (ii) two pieces of feedback and (iii) evidence of observation of communication skills.
Reflective Account 1.1 - Professional Accountability
The reflection should be focused on specific examples, such as an event or experience that can illustrate your own learning and understanding of events and how this has led to changes or improvements in your professional practice. Your reflection should include reference to one or more of the Standards 1-6 Standards of Proficiency for CRPs to help ensure your reflection is focused and relevant.
* The completed document should not be longer than 2 sides of A4. Reflective Account 1.2 - Leadership
Your reflective account should briefly describe your leadership activity in relation to either your advocacy for research or in support of the CRP profession. The leadership responsibilities are outlined in Standards 15 & 16, and these will help you to identify suitable examples that could include:

Your contribution to promoting research across your area of practice,

Examples of activities that promote understanding of the CRP profession.

* The completed document should not be longer than 2 sides of A4. Reflective Account 1.3 - Working Across Boundaries
You are asked to reflect on how you have approached addressing permissions or gaining access to potential participants across a professional and/or organizational boundary.

This reflection could include, for example:

Your experience engaging clinical teams in research,

Your involvement in opening up new areas of research activity, and/or,

Your learning from the introduction of new ways of working and how you engaged people.

* The completed document should not be longer than 2 sides of A4.
In addition to the portfolio applicants also need to upload a current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certificate and evidence of level 6 educational attainment. A change of name certificate may also be required.

For more detailed guidance on how to complete your application, please refer to the Clinical Research Practitioners Resources.

The information in your CRP Register account will be held in line with AHCS Privacy and Legal Policy. A data sharing agreement exists between the NIHR Clinical Research Network and the AHCS for the purpose of understanding more about the CRP workforce and informing future developments.
Fees and annual renewal
Application for admission to the Register; a non-refundable registration application fee of £30.

Annual renewal of Registration: a non-refundable Registration Renewal fee of £30.

As part of their commitment to registration, all registrants agree to keep records of their CPD activity during the year. CPD activity can be audited by the AHCS.
Tax relief on registration fees
With effect from 6 April 2017, AHCS registrants have been able to obtain a deduction against income tax for their annual registration fees. The Academy's name appears on the approved bodies on Gov.UK ("List 3") as 'Healthcare Science, Academy of'

Please note:

The tax relief is only available against fees paid since April 2017 and cannot be backdated.

If your employer has reimbursed you for your fees, or has paid them on your behalf, you cannot claim a deduction.

The following link provides guidance for Employees on claiming back tax against expenses:
www.gov.uk/tax-relief-for-employees/professional-fees-and-subscriptions
The following links provide guidance for Employers covering the cost of employees' subscriptions and professional fees:
www.gov.uk/expenses-benefits-subscriptions-professional-fees https://www.ahcs.ac.uk/download/296/regulation-policies-rules-guidance/6289/ahcs-cpd-guide.pdf

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About the CRP Accredited Register - The Academy For Healthcare Science

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The Accredited Register is for experienced CRPs who can demonstrate that they are working at practitioner level defined as level 5 and above of the 9 level Skills for Health Career Framework. Applicants must have at least one year of experience working at practitioner level in addition to the educational requirements and any experience working at an entry/assistant level research delivery role.

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General enquiries via email at: leedsth-tr.research.academylth@nhs.net

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@LTHTResAcademy

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Are you looking for Research Education and Training for your Team?

If you have a training need that is not covered by our existing courses, contact us to discuss developing bespoke content.

Our curriculum can be personalised to meet your needs.

The Research and Innovation Curriculum has been designed and developed to complement and enhance existing training, such as Good Clinical Practice (GCP), to ensure the best research outcomes.

Training brochure coming soon. Email us for further information.

The majority of our courses are CDP accredited

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May 2023. Research Academy wins poster prize at NHS Research and Development conference

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Want to join the Clinical Research Practitioner Directory? Create your account below.

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Please use this template to create and maintain your own individual training record which should be reviewed annually with your line manager.

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Have you got a Training and Education Idea? 

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Y&H CRN have developed a Learning and Opportunity Directory that provides links to available courses and content for staff to help them develop and maintain their research skills and knowledge. The directory allows a central point of access to training from a range of different providers (most free of charge).

This page is designed to evolve and be updated as we become aware of new training and opportunities.

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Aspirant Cancer Career and Education Development programme (ACCEND) - elearning for healthcare

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This programme is in partnership with... The Aspirant Cancer Career and Education Development (ACCEND) programme provides guidance on the knowledge, skills and capabilities required by all nurses and allied health professionals who care for people living with cancer in generalist and specialist cancer services and roles as part of multi-professional teams. This programme will increase and improve the supply of the cancer healthcare professional workforce in the future.

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We are experienced in developing e-Learning which are SCORM compliant.