Study days in September
and October
If you just want a taster of what it's like to study with us, or you have a specific training need, why not
try one of our study days? Coming up in September and October:
22 September: Clinical audit and quality assurance
(application deadline: 25 August)
This study day is for professionals in any health or social care environment. If you wish to develop awareness
of what an audit entails, the steps of conducting an audit and develop tools to help you carry out an audit in your
area of practice, then this study day is for you. The study materials and lectures will be delivered in an
interactive way.
28 September: Working with difficult people (application deadline: 17 August)
Many of us work in environments in which we encounter 'difficult' people or situations. This workshop focuses
on the communication skills needed to successfully manage these situations. The workshop will be
delivered with a combination of teaching, practice and role-play.
5 October: Motivational interviewing (application deadline: 24 August)
Motivational interviewing, a cognitive behavioural thearpy based intervention, has proved to be a
successful communication skill in working with people with substance abuse or addiction problems.
It is in fact applicable to any number of challenging or problematic behaviours. This introductory
workshop provides a thorough basic grounding in the theory and application of motivational interviewing.
19 October: Child immunisation - two day foundation
(application deadline: 7 September)
It is recommended that all nurses involved in the immunisation of children attend this course every
two years. Up-to-date knowledge and practice of the IM injection technique is a pre-requisite for the course.
19 October: Diabetes management in secondary care
(application deadline: 7 September)
A course that aims to enhance your practical knowledge and understanding of current approaches to the
care of people with diabetes.
20 October: Wound management (application deadline: 8 September)
This study day is aimed at healthcare practitioners working in hospital, community and residential care
or GP surgery settings who are involved with managing wounds.
To find out more about any of our study days, including fees and how to book your place, please
contact our CPD office on
cpdpo@sgul.kingston.ac.uk or
020 8725
1755.
