Compass Skills Training

🎓 Thinking about the Diploma in Occupational Health Practice (DipOHPrac)?

Join our Meet the Tutor webinar on Friday 24 April at 4:00pm and hear directly from the experts who deliver the course.

Lynda Bruce and Dr Pamela Kirkpatrick will share what the DipOHPrac involves, who it’s for, and how it can support your career in Occupational Health — with time for your questions too.

👉 Register here to meet the tutors: fe943abe-19b3-4fd8-a7fe-01f8bfadf3e9@0631d941-b369-4ca1-957d-5669eed5fa8f" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/fe943abe-19b3-4fd8-a7fe-01f8bfadf3e9@0631d941-b369-4ca1-957d-5669eed5fa8f

👉 Find out more about the course and secure your place here:
https://compass-ms.co.uk/diploma-in-occupational-health-practice/

We are excited to welcome our new cohort to our Diploma in Occupational Health Practice this June!

This fully online, FOM‑approved programme is designed by nurses, for nurses — with NHS staff receiving a 10% discount.

Spaces are still available, so don't miss out. Book your place today.

👉 www.compass-ms.co.uk
✉️ [email protected]

Preparing for your DipOHPrac exams?

Our DipOHPrac Revision Day is designed to help you approach the Faculty of Occupational Medicine assessments with clarity and confidence.

📅 24 April 2026
⏰ 09:30 – 16:30
💻 Live online session

Whether you’ve already booked your viva or are finalising your exam application, this session is designed to strengthen your preparation at the right time.

With the FOM registration deadline now here (9th March), this is the time to ensure you’re fully prepared.

Places are limited.

🔗 Find out more and book your place https://compass-ms.co.uk/dipohprac-revision-day-april-2026/

Landing a job in occupational health nursing can sometimes be tough when you come from a different nursing background, and employers are asking for experience. Our tutor for the Diploma in Occupational Health Practice, Lynda Bruce advises: Find out where occupational health practices are in your area by searching online. Get in touch with them and introduce yourself, letting them know that you are a registered nurse who is seriously considering a career in OH. Ask to shadow one of their OH Practitioners (and add in a caveat to sign a confidentiality agreement). By doing this, you can see if its something you want to do and commit to. If your experience with them goes well, there is a good chance it could end in a job offer.

The Diploma in Occupational Health Practice is perfect for any nurses who want an introduction to occupational health. Last minute bookings are being taken for our pilot course starting next Friday 10th October.
Find out more on our website: https://compass-ms.co.uk/diploma-in-occupational-health-practice/
Or get in touch directly if you are seeking career advice on 0333 358 0340

We've really enjoyed being part of the conversation surrounding occupational health this week - thanks to the Society of Occupational Medicine for taking the lead in organising .
We're encouraging all local businesses - particularly HR managers - to carefully think about their occupational health strategy and to address any gaps in their current plan.
See what support we can provide your business ⬇️
Get in touch to discuss your occupational health needs on 📞 01257482256.

Interested in a career in ? Many interested in this rewarding path are confused about where to begin when considering a career change.

Occupational Health Nurse and Tutor for the Diploma in Occupational Health Practice, Louise Wade, discusses how to break barriers faced by those new to OH.

See more about Louise's experiences as an Occupational Health Nurse at the news section in the link in our bio 🔗

High blood pressure (hypertension) often has no symptoms, but it puts extra strain on your heart and blood vessels, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. It can be caused by stress, diet, being overweight, smoking, or not exercising enough.

By implementing an occupational health strategy, companies can often detect early warning signs of conditions such as hypertension, before they become a bigger issue.

Find out more about our occupational health services here 👉 https://compass-ms.co.uk/medical/

What is occupational health?

Occupational health facilitates and develops solutions to keep people safe by creating healthy work environments, and it supports employees to stay well, remain in work, and return after illness.

It provides expert advice on preventing health conditions, managing risks, and making appropriate adjustments to enable people to work effectively while managing their health.

For HR professionals, OH is a strategic partner – helping shape inclusive workplace policies, reduce sickness absence, and support line managers with evidence-based guidance. OH identifies and removes barriers to work, advises on early interventions, and plays a key role in embedding health into organisational culture and people strategy.

What can micro-teach sessions be about? Short answer - anything! In the past, our Level 3 Award in Education & Training students have used these 15 minute sessions to teach a classroom of their peers on a wide variety of topics including:

- Tyre inspection
- The Furness skull
- Cocktail making
- 3D printing
- Breathwork
- Understanding coffee strengths
- Electromagnetic induction

If you're looking to improve your training skills, our next classroom course will be held in Chorley from 10th - 14th November. Only in a real-life classroom setting will you be able to gain practical hands on experience - get in touch with 📧 [email protected] or find out more on our website 👉 https://compass-ms.co.uk/level-3-award-in-education-and-training/

Did you know that mental health issues and musculoskeletal-related disorders accounted for 46% and 32% respectively of new and long-standing cases of work-related ill health, according to the HSE's H&S at work statistics 2024.
These types of issues can be found throughout the entire workforce, from office staff to safety critical workers.
With this in mind, it is important to consider the health of your entire workforce, not just those in traditionally 'physical' job roles.
To find out more about how we can provide support with occupational health services, get in touch today 👉 [email protected]