Ophthalmology ACP - paediatrics

For anyone interested in the development of an , join professional lead for Orthoptics, Prof Charlotte Codina for a webinar at 12.30pm today, with a link to sign up in the post below. The University of Sheffield

#apprenticeships #level6apprenticeship #ukapprenticeships #apprenticeshipfunding #orthoptics #vision #eyecare | Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield There's still time to sign up to our webinar to find out more about the orthoptics level 6 apprenticeship we're developing. The apprenticeship will allow people earn while they learn, without having to move away from work to study. Tapping into Trusts' current workforce will also help NHS recruitmen...

Ready to take your clinical leadership and education skills to the next level? The University of Sheffield's CPD module in Clinical Education and Leadership in Ophthalmology will empower you to lead influentially in this space.

Designed specifically for eye care professionals wanting to embrace education and leadership in a variety of ways & deliver high quality, compassionate patient care. Leading with confidence, you will drive positive change, and transform patient care:
-Become a catalyst for change, developing strategies to manage the challenges and risks that come with a busy, clinical environment
-Take a deep dive into the theories and evidence that underpin clinical practice improvements, critical decision-making and service redesign
-Explore a variety of approaches to education and apply these back to your specific teams and areas of practice
-Build your confidence as a clinical leader, as you support your patients, teams, and services through significant change, lifting others as you climb.

Flexible learning
Clinical workloads are demanding. Our 30-credit module is delivered 100% online, blending real-time interactive sessions with self-paced components. You get the best of both worlds: structured learning and the freedom to fit study around your personal and professional commitments.

What our learners say
Lizzie Padgett, Head Orthoptist at Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust, said, "Can I take the opportunity to say how much I have enjoyed undertaking this module…. the aims and objectives of this course definitely live up to expectation, thank you! I would highly recommend to Heads/Leads of Orthoptic Services as well as ACPs.”

Key details:
Course start date: Tuesday 30th September 2025 with an online learning day (9am-4pm)
Course completion date: End of February 2026
Find out more: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/ahpnm/orthoptics-and-ophthalmology/cpd/modules/clinical-leadership
Course lead: Professor Charlotte Codina ([email protected])

Join us for this webinar tomorrow talking advanced practice in ophthalmology and our paediatric ophthalmology course at the University of Sheffield. 12.30pm 23/4/25 UK time - registration link in the text below.

On 23rd April, the University of Sheffield are hosting a webinar on advanced practice in ophthalmology, drawing on their experience from the paediatric ophthalmology ACP course.

They will explore:
• The skills and knowledge that advanced practice equips eye-care practitioners with
• The support needed to train up this workforce
• Funding routes available
• The impact of ACPs in practice
• What advanced practice is and what it is not

Find out more: https://buff.ly/nQiumqU

https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/ahpnm/about/students/postgraduate-students/ewa-witowska-jelen?fbclid=IwY2xjawJIGYVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHXS_srp_BJCNDrxDTg2WVXwkFn2tsYAH9Qr1AcsGaoydRHmH-hl9SnPgkA_aem_khnQ2SErCYeGh8-mcvkc2g&sfnsn=scwspmo

Really encouraging words from one of our recent graduates Ewa Witowska-Jeleń about the impact of studying for her Master's with us! Thank you Ewa, it was a pleasure to support you through your studies.

Being a graduate of this prestigious university is a continuous source of pride for me Being a graduate of this prestigious university is a continuous source of pride for me Ewa Witowska-Jeleń Graduate MMedSci Vision and Strabismus 2023 Vision and Strabismus graduate Ewa is an orthoptist in Poland, with over 25 years of professional experience. Studying this masters remotely allowed ...

Excellent to be with Ophthalmology ACP - paediatrics student Zabila Khan in the UAE for the ESO 2025 conference - congratulations on chairing a great session today on tricky paediatric eye conditions.

https://internationalorthoptics.org/2025/01/27/ioa-celebrates-50th-annual-general-meeting-and-symposium/

Looking forward to the IOA symposium todat where our very own Professor Helen Davis, student Kate Hon and alumni Jonathan Drury are among a great line up of speakers, starting at 2pm!

IOA Celebrates 50th Annual General Meeting and Symposium - International Orthoptic Association IOA Celebrates 50th Annual General Meeting and Symposium The International Orthoptic Association (IOA) is proud to announce its 50th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Symposium, set to take place on Saturday, February 1st, 2025, as a virtual webinar. This year’s theme, “Expanding Horizons in Orth...

Immensely proud of our MMedSci graduates!
- The 1st ever ACPs -helping to improve access&response in children's eye care
- Our &Strabismus graduates - having great impact for Orthoptic patients nationally &globally

https://theconversation.com/elton-john-loses-sight-after-eye-infection-how-to-avoid-them-and-what-to-do-if-you-get-one-244709

Our course leader Charlotte Codina talks eye infections and steps to help avoid them in The Conversation UK

Elton John loses sight after eye infection – how to avoid them and what to do if you get one Sir Elton John has been left with limited vision in one eye following a serious eye infection.

Attention Orthoptists, Optometrists & Ophthalmic nurses in the North East and Yorkshire!! For those of you interested in progressing to advanced practitioner status - ready for our September 2025 intake on this course...

**The application process for organisations within North East and Yorkshire to apply for the NHS England funding to train advanced practitioners in 2025/26 has now opened until 28th March 2025.**

To apply for the NHS England Advanced Practitioner support, please click here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=slTDN7CF9UeyIge0jXdO4_YupWCsqEhEr1e6OzfH7PpUOE5CTDhLMlhaU1VNR1FMSlFHMjRHWTY2Ty4u&route=shorturl

More information on the offer, including details of the training grant, can be found in the North East and Yorkshire Faculty for Advancing Practice handbook as well as the clinical salary support guidance: https://advanced-practice.hee.nhs.uk/the-centre-for-advancing-practice/regional-faculty-for-advancing-practice-north-east-and-yorkshire/north-east-and-yorkshire-faculty-for-advancing-practice-handbook/

North East and Yorkshire Faculty for Advancing Practice Handbook - Advanced Practice North East and Yorkshire Faculty for Advancing Practice About the North East and Yorkshire Faculty The North East & Yorkshire […]

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Join us next Thursday for our Advanced Clinical Practice Webinar.

We'll update you on advanced practice, including Ophthalmology subspecialties, what’s needed to further progress advanced practice for Orthoptics, and an opportunity to ask questions.

Find out more: https://buff.ly/3NYb3bs