Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Duration: 1 day 10:00-16:00

Price: 

• One-day course - £180
• Two-day course - £360

Course dates: TBC

Overview of the course

The Arts for the Blues is an evidence-based creative psychotherapy model for depression, which has been developed in collaboration between the University of Salford and Edge Hill University. It is based on pluralistic approach and can be used when working with groups and individuals. It uses a range of creative modalities such as drawing, movement, music etc. It is a structured framework yet flexible in content and adaptable to a wide range of client demographics.

The training programme will introduce learners to the Arts for the Blues model, including the theoretical framework and the key therapeutic ingredients. It will offer a space for exploration of the model while allowing learners to develop their own practice with the Arts for the Blues framework.

Who is the course for?

For the one-day taster events at the University of Salford, learners will have an interest in therapeutic uses of the arts and creativity — no therapeutic qualifications are needed.

For the two-day training event at Edge Hill University, learners will hold professional qualifications or be in training in psychological therapies including psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and arts therapists.

What does the course cover?

The course will cover the following topics related to the Arts for the Blues model:

• The development and evidence-base underpinning the model
• The eight key ingredients
• Experiential practice including a range of creative activities

What to expect?

The course has a specific focus; the purpose of the day will be to explore the Arts for the Blues model, including the theoretical framework and the key ingredients and we will also give opportunities to experience the model in action.

Alongside more formal presentations, a large part of the training will be experiential, where participants will have an opportunity to experience creative techniques and to begin to design their own activities. Participants will receive advice and guidance and will have an opportunity to ask questions. Participants will also be signposted to further sources of information and expertise.

Please note that the course offers an addition to existing qualifications in counselling/ therapy and does not offer a qualification in arts therapy.

More information about Arts for the Blues.

Get in touch

If you would like to enquire on further dates, prices or to book this course please contact e.m.Barnes4@salford.ac.uk for the University of Salford and joanne.morrell@edgehill.ac.uk for Edge Hill University.

Price: £2800

Course Length: One day, face to face

Date: As required

Location: As required

Overview of course

This course is designed to enable attendees to better support neurodiverse colleagues. Course attendees will be equipped to share their new knowledge in their places of work, to expand on inclusive practice within their own teams.

This course is designed to guide organisations, leadership teams, recruiters, colleagues and educators in the support and understanding of both neurodiverse employees and learners. All content is influenced by the neurodiversity paradigm and is designed to offer a progressive insight into how neurodiversity can impact on individuals, what challenges they may face and the unique skills and attributes they bring. It will also offer opportunity to learn how neurotypical environments can be adapted to ensure excellent inclusive practice and allyship for all.

The aims of the course are to provide insight into the meaning of neurodiversity, our societal interpretation of this presentation and how misconceptions regarding neurodiverse individuals can compound exclusion and lead to poor outcomes for individuals and organisations.

The course will also provide space to discuss the specifics of organisational requirements in supporting those with a neurodiversity. It will explain the legal obligations organisations have and how to create more neuroinclusive spaces allowing individual to thrive and perform to the best of their abilities. The course will also give pragmatic, ‘hands on’ advice regarding the day-to-day support of neurodivergent individuals.

Who is the course for?

• NHS Staff, who are educator leads, line managers and recruiters.
• Health and Social Care providers.
• Educational organisations such as FE colleges, sixth forms, Universities.
• Employers who are likely to have a wide range of diverse employees.
• Public sector organisations, such as Councils, Policing organisations.
• Voluntary sector organisations.

What to expect?

The course will take place over a day. Delivery will be offered on site for the organisation. The day will include taught sessions, workshops and interactive discussions.

There is no formal assessment or qualification for this course, however a certificate of attendance from the University of Salford will be provided to evidence participants engagement.

Who is delivering the course?

The course is delivered by Jo Sullivan who is an Associate professor at University of Salford, has a MA Autism Spectrum conditions and is a PhD student researching the lived experience of being an autistic student in NHS settings. 

She is a published author and regularly undertakes conference presentations and keynote speeches regarding neuroinclusive practices. Jo has successfully led an award-winning project which supported NHS staff in creating more neuroinclusive spaces in busy working environments. As a parent of neurodiverse children, Jo’s work is also influenced by her lived experience of supporting young people in educational settings and a long career navigating the complexities of working environments. 

How to book

• Minimum of 10 attendees and a maximum of 15 per course.
• Multiple day deliveries can be offered to organisations and costed accordingly.
• Course content can be amended to meet the specific requirements of organisations wishing to focus on a specific employee group or inclusion object.

Please contact the course leader, Jo Sullivan j.m.sullivan@salford.ac.uk to discuss your enquiry.

Duration: Each session will last for 90 minutes

Date: From February 2026 to April 2026

Timings: Tuesdays, 18:00–19:30 Online via Microsoft Teams

Price: £25 per session or book all 5 sessions for discounted price of £100

Session titles:

Session 1: Understanding what shapes population health and role of the wider determinants of health on patients and their health

Session 2: Understanding how AHPs can develop strategies to help empower people to improve their health

Session 3: Understanding the role of AHPs in relation to health promotion, education and preventing ill-health

Session 4: Enhancing community health through evaluation and research for AHPs

Session 5: Exploring ways to support the health and wellbeing of the wider health and social care workforce using the expertise of allied health practitioners.

Course date:

Session 1: Tuesday 3rd February 2026

Session 2: Tuesday 24th February 2026

Session 3: Tuesday 10th March 2026

Session 4: Tuesday 24th March 2026

Session 5: Tuesday 21st April 2026

Overview of the course

Did you know that the HCPC have recently introduced new standards for all AHPs and HCPC registrants about promoting public health and preventing ill-health.

To help you meet these standards and increase your knowledge we have five new online CPD sessions to help you! Delivered by our expert public health team supported by our AHP teams here at University of Salford, you will explore key topics around the fundamentals of Public Health, wider determinants of health and behaviour change to help you better understand the role you can play as an AHP/ HCPC registrant in empowering your clients, patients and communities to improve their health. There is also opportunity to understand the role of evaluation, research and data in better understanding population health and interventions.

Key new standards:

1. Promoting public health and preventing ill-health
2. Equality, diversity and inclusion

Who is the course for?

Are you an Art therapist, Dietitian, Drama therapist, Music therapist, Occupational therapist, Operating department practitioner, Orthoptists, Osteopaths, Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Podiatrist, Prosthetist and orthotist, Radiographer, or Speech and language therapist? Then this session can support you in terms of increasing your knowledge linked to aspect of public health.

Course Objectives:

Session 1: Understanding what shapes population health and role of the wider determinants of health on patients and their health

• To briefly explore relevant core principles of public health principles related to AHP practice including wider determinants of health.
• To explore a case study around integrating understanding of the wider determinants into AHP practice to help shape the health of patents and service users.

Session 2: Understanding how AHPs can develop strategies to help empower people to improve their health

• To briefly explore the conditions needed to change, and impacts on these in terms of supporting people to improve their health.
• To begin to explore the theory of behaviour change and examples of interventions within AHP practices to support people to improve their health.

Session 3: Understanding the role of AHPs in relation to health promotion, education and preventing ill-health

• To explore relevant core principles of health promotion and education in relation to the role of preventing ill-health.
• To explore case studies and real-life examples showcasing the impact of AHPs in public health initiatives.

Session 4: Enhancing community health through evaluation and research for AHPs

• To explore how AHPs can utilise data to assess health outcomes and make data-driven decisions.
• To encourage AHPs to incorporate research evidence into clinical decision-making processes, treatment plans, and healthcare policies.
• Develop skills in knowledge translation, ensuring that research findings are effectively communicated to diverse stakeholders, including patients, healthcare providers, and policymakers.

Session 5: Exploring ways to support the health and wellbeing of the wider health and social care workforce using the expertise of AHP’s

• To discuss the importance of workforce health and wellbeing in health and social care settings and explore various strategies employed by AHPs to promote health in the workforce.
• To analyse case studies illustrating successful AHP interventions in improving workforce health and wellbeing and identifying best practices and lessons learned from these case studies.
• To understand the key performance indicators and metrics used to measure the success of these initiatives.

What to expect?

This course is covered online view Teams for 90 minutes. With delivery from 6pm - 7.30pm to take into account being accessible to those who are on clinics.

During the session there will also be activities and chances for you to engaging in the discussion.

Who is delivering the course?

This session will be delivered by colleagues from the Public Health team at The University of Salford and supported by AHP colleagues to bring in those experiences from practice.

How to book

The five sessions can be attended as a set (£100) or as individual sessions (£25 per session).

Bookings can be made here.

Public Health for Allied Health Professionals Masterclass Series | University of Salford

For more details, please contact Dr Anna Cooper-Ryan, Head of Public Health (a.m.cooper-ryan@salford.ac.uk)

Duration: 1 day

Price: £150

Course date: 14 January 2026

Course length: 1 day - Face to Face

Location: University of Salford

Overview of the Course

This full-day CPD course provides an advanced, evidence-informed exploration of pain management, focusing on contemporary approaches to assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for individuals living with persistent pain. Participants will critically evaluate the theoretical foundations and clinical principles underpinning pain management, exploring the biological, psychological, and social dimensions of persistent pain and their implications for clinical practice.

The course integrates the latest evidence on pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, supporting clinicians to develop holistic, person-centred management strategies that promote function, self-efficacy, and quality of life. Learners will enhance their ability to apply critical reasoning, synthesise research, and design meaningful, evidence-based interventions for complex clinical scenarios.

Who is the course for?

This course is designed for allied health professionals including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, podiatrists, orthotists and others involved in the management and rehabilitation of patients with persistent pain.

It is particularly suited to practitioners seeking to deepen their understanding of pain mechanisms, evaluate treatment strategies, and refine their ability to apply evidence-based and biopsychosocial principles to real-world clinical contexts.

Delivered at a Level 7 (postgraduate) standard, the course assumes some prior knowledge of pain physiology and clinical rehabilitation principles.

What does the course cover?

The course focuses on the theoretical and clinical foundations of pain, including the neurophysiological and psychosocial mechanisms contributing to its persistence. Learners will critically evaluate the aims and principles of pain treatment and rehabilitation.

The course then examines the evidence underpinning a range of non-pharmacological interventions. Participants will consider the importance of tailoring interventions to individual patient goals and outcomes.

It will also address the role of pharmacological treatments in pain management, exploring their benefits, limitations, and potential risks within a multidisciplinary framework. Learners will apply this integrated knowledge to case-based scenarios, synthesising theory, evidence and clinical reasoning to design and justify holistic, patient-centred treatment plans.

What to expect?

Across the day, participants will engage in a combination of interactive lectures, group discussion and applied case-based learning.

Learners will develop a deeper understanding of how to integrate pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies within holistic pain management frameworks.

By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with enhanced skills in evidence-based reasoning, multidisciplinary communication and the formulation of person-centred management plans that reflect both current research and the lived experience of individuals with persistent pain.

How do I book this course?

For enquiries, please contact SHS-CPDenquiries@salford.ac.uk

Duration: 1 day

Price: £150

Course date: 14 January 2026

Course length: 1 day - Online

Overview of the course

This one-day CPD course provides an integrated and clinically applied introduction to two essential aspects of skilled musculoskeletal practice: understanding blood tests and understanding medications.

Across two half-day sessions, participants will explore the principles, applications and limitations of common blood investigations and pharmacological treatments relevant to musculoskeletal and rheumatological contexts. The course bridges theory and clinical reasoning, equipping learners to interpret laboratory results, understand medication actions, and apply this knowledge to safe, evidence-based decision making.

Who is the course for?

This course is designed for allied health professionals including physiotherapists, podiatrists, occupational therapists, orthotists, and other clinicians working in allied health settings.

It is ideally suited to practitioners seeking to strengthen their understanding of blood test interpretation, medication principles, and the safe integration of this knowledge into patient assessment, education and referral pathways.

Delivered at a Level 7 (postgraduate) standard, the course assumes prior experience in assessment and clinical reasoning.

What does the course cover?

The programme is structured as two complementary half-day sessions combining theoretical insight with applied clinical reasoning.

Morning session – Understanding Blood Tests

Participants will gain a critical awareness of the principles and limitations of blood testing, exploring factors that influence results and their interpretation. Learners will apply case-based reasoning to interpret results, evaluate their clinical significance and integrate findings into evidence-based management.

Afternoon session – Understanding Medications

The afternoon focuses on pharmacological principles relevant to musculoskeletal practice. Learners will explore pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, considering how these principles inform prescribing decisions and safe medicines advice. The session examines common analgesics, including NSAIDs, paracetamol, and opioids, with discussion of indications, contraindications, cautions and interactions.

What to expect?

Delivered online in an interactive format, this one-day course combines live teaching and case-based learning. The morning focuses on the interpretation and application of blood test results in clinical decision making, while the afternoon extends learning into pharmacological reasoning and safe practice.

Participants will engage with real-world case scenarios, applying analytical, evaluative, and reflective skills to integrate laboratory and pharmacological data into holistic, evidence-informed patient care.

By the end of the course, learners will have enhanced their confidence in interpreting blood results, understanding medication use, and providing safe, informed advice within their professional scope of practice.

How do I book this course?

For enquiries, please contact SHS-CPDenquiries@salford.ac.uk

Duration: 1 day

Price: £150

Course date: 4 February 2026

Course length: 1 day - Face to Face

Location: University of Salford

Overview of the course

This course provides an in-depth exploration of the pathophysiological mechanisms and clinical complexities underpinning diabetic foot disease. Attendees will critically evaluate current evidence, clinical guidelines, and assessment frameworks to inform effective prevention and management strategies. 

Emphasis is placed on comprehensive lower-limb assessment, risk stratification, and early identification of complications. With analysis of the multifactorial interactions between neuropathy, peripheral arterial disease, and Charcot neuroarthropathy, attendees will develop a nuanced understanding of their impact on diabetic foot ulceration, clinical management, and patient outcomes.

Who is this course for?

Podiatrists, Tissue Viability Nurses, District Nurses, Treatment Room Nurses, Ward Nursing Staff, Orthotists, Vascular and Rehabilitation Physiotherapists, Vascular Specialist Nurses.

What does this course cover?

Critically appraise the pathophysiological mechanisms underpinning diabetic foot disease, integrating current epidemiological data and clinical evidence to inform preventative and therapeutic strategies.

Evaluate contemporary clinical guidelines for the comprehensive assessment of the lower limb in individuals with diabetes, with emphasis on risk stratification, neurological and vascular evaluation, and early identification of complications.

Analyse the multifactorial nature of diabetic foot ulceration, with particular focus on the interplay between peripheral neuropathy, peripheral arterial disease, and Charcot neuroarthropathy, and their implications for clinical management and patient outcomes.

What to expect

In this course, you can expect to gain an enhanced understanding of diabetic foot disease from clinical application perspective. Through evidence-based learning, discussion and critical analysis, you will explore the underlying pathophysiology, key risk factors, and mechanisms that contribute to diabetic foot ulceration and associated complications. 

You will engage with current clinical guidelines and best practices for lower-limb assessment, developing skills in risk stratification, neurological and vascular evaluation, and subsequent clinical management. By the end of the course, you will be equipped to apply this knowledge to improve patient care, inform preventative strategies, and enhance clinical decision-making in the management of diabetic foot conditions.

How do I book this course?

For enquiries, please contact SHS-CPDenquiries@salford.ac.uk

Duration: 1 day

Price: £150

Course date: 25 March 2026

Course length: 1 day - Face to Face

Location: University of Salford

Overview of the course

This CPD day provides an in-depth exploration of enhanced practice within rheumatology, focusing on the evolving role of allied health professionals in the holistic assessment, rehabilitation and management of people living with rheumatological conditions.

The course integrates theory, clinical reasoning and practical application to help practitioners develop the knowledge, confidence and multidisciplinary insight required for skilled rheumatology practice within modern healthcare settings.

Participants will begin by considering the current evidence base, reflecting on how clinical reasoning and collaborative practice improve patient outcomes.

The course then focuses on early identification of inflammatory musculoskeletal presentations, exploring rheumatology "red flag" features, screening processes and structured approaches to onward referral. Learners will gain practical insight into differentiating inflammatory from mechanical causes of pain and dysfunction.

Further sessions examine the multi-system and multi-professional management of rheumatological conditions, considering the interplay between physical, psychological, and social factors. Through case-based discussion, participants will synthesise evidence-based principles and apply them to holistic, patient-centred rehabilitation planning.

Who is the course for?

This course is designed for allied health professionals working in musculoskeletal, rheumatology or rehabilitation settings, including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, podiatrists and other AHPs working with rheumatological patients.

It is ideally suited to clinicians seeking to develop enhanced-level capabilities in the recognition, referral, and management of rheumatological presentations, and to strengthen their contribution within multidisciplinary and multi-system care pathways.

Delivered at a Level 7 (postgraduate) standard, the course assumes some experience in clinical assessment or rehabilitation. 

What does the course cover?

Participants will begin by considering the current evidence base, reflecting on how clinical reasoning and collaborative practice improve patient outcomes.

The course then focuses on early identification of inflammatory musculoskeletal presentations, exploring red flag features, screening processes and structured approaches to onward referral. Learners will gain practical insight into differentiating inflammatory, mechanical and systemic causes of pain and dysfunction.

Further sessions examine the multi-system and multi-professional management of rheumatological conditions, considering the interplay between physical, psychological, and social factors. Through case-based discussion, participants will synthesise evidence-based principles and apply them to holistic, patient-centred rehabilitation planning.

What to expect

Across the course, participants will engage in an interactive mix of lectures, clinical discussion, and applied case-based learning.

Practical elements provide opportunities to refine clinical reasoning and practice early screening and referral decision-making.

By the end of the course, learners will have developed clinical reasoning, holistic assessment and evidence-based management to support individuals living with rheumatological conditions.

How do I book this course?

For enquiries, please contact SHS-CPDenquiries@salford.ac.uk

Duration: 2 days

Price: £300

Course date: 15 April 2026 & 13 May 2026

Course length: 2 days - Face to Face

Location: University of Salford

Overview of the course

This two-day CPD course provides an in-depth exploration of gait analysis with a particular focus on non-3D methods that can be implemented in routine clinical practice. Participants will examine a range of accessible and cost-effective approaches to gait evaluation, including temporal-spatial, kinematic, and kinetic assessments using tools such as video analysis, time–distance measurements and standardised observational protocols.

Emphasis is placed on understanding how gait deviations relate to musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, and on developing practical skills in identifying and analysing gait impairments in a range of patient populations.

Who is the course for?

This course is designed for physiotherapists podiatrists and prosthetists/orthotists with an interest in biomechanics, movement analysis and rehabilitation.

It is particularly suited to those seeking to develop the ability to apply evidence-based, non-3D gait analysis tools within clinical or community settings.

The programme is delivered at a Level 7 (postgraduate) standard and assumes some prior knowledge or experience in human movement, anatomy or clinical measurement.

What does the course cover?

Day 1 introduces the theoretical and biomechanical underpinnings of typical human gait, including temporal-spatial parameters and lower-limb kinematics. Participants will learn to apply this knowledge using non-3D gait evaluation techniques such as time and distance measurement, two-plane video analysis and standardised observational gait assessments. Case-based sessions will enable learners to critically interpret gait patterns and identify deviations associated with common clinical conditions.

Day 2 advances into the analysis of gait kinetics, focusing on the interpretation of ground reaction forces and joint moments using accessible video vector and force-based technologies. Learners will examine how kinetic data complements kinematic observations to produce a more thorough  understanding of gait dysfunction. 

What to expect

Over two days, participants will engage in interactive lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on gait evaluation exercises. Day one covers typical gait biomechanics and non-3D data capture, including video analysis and observational assessment to identify key deviations. Day two explores gait kinetics and video vector technology, applying multiple data sources to real or sample cases for evidence-based interpretation.

Throughout, participants will critically assess the strengths and limitations of different gait methods, building confidence to apply appropriate evaluation strategies in clinical or research settings.

How do I book this course?

For enquiries, please contact SHS-CPDenquiries@salford.ac.uk

Duration: 1 day

Price: £150

Course date: 25 March 2026

Course length: 1 day - Online

Overview of course

This one-day online CPD course provides an advanced exploration of the relationship between frailty, falls risk, and comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA), with a specific focus on the role of allied health professionals (AHPs) in delivering effective, evidence-based interventions. Participants will develop a deep understanding of how to identify, assess, and manage falls risk within the broader context of frailty, integrating clinical reasoning with multidisciplinary collaboration.

The course bridges theory and practice, equipping learners to critically apply the principles of CGA, recognise key risk factors for falls, and design targeted interventions that promote safety, independence, and quality of life in older adults.

Who is the course for?

This course is designed for allied health professionals including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, podiatrists, orthotists, and other clinicians involved in the assessment, rehabilitation and ongoing management of older adults or individuals living with frailty.

It is particularly suited to practitioners working in community, acute or primary care settings who wish to enhance their understanding of CGA and its application in falls prevention.

Delivered at a Level 7 (postgraduate) standard, the course assumes a working knowledge of frailty concepts and experience in clinical assessment or rehabilitation.

What does the course cover?

The programme provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practice of falls prevention within the CGA framework.

Morning sessions introduce the core concepts of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment, exploring its purpose, structure, and multidisciplinary application.

The course then focuses on identifying and assessing falls risk factors in the context of frailty, using validated tools and frameworks to guide clinical decision-making. Participants will critically analyse evidence-based approaches to falls prevention, exploring how AHP-led interventions can be integrated into multidisciplinary care pathways.

Afternoon sessions involve case-based learning and practical application, guiding learners to plan and justify targeted interventions that address physical, environmental and psychosocial determinants of falls.

What to expect?

Delivered online in an interactive format, this one-day course combines live teaching, structured discussion, and applied case-based activities. The morning provides a theoretical foundation in CGA and falls risk assessment, while the afternoon focuses on collaborative problem-solving and intervention planning.

Participants will engage in scenario-based learning to interpret assessment findings, identify appropriate AHP-led strategies, and link CGA principles directly to evidence-based falls prevention approaches.

By the end of the course, learners will be equipped to apply the CGA framework confidently within their own practice, critically integrating their professional expertise to design holistic, multidisciplinary interventions that reduce falls risk and enhance outcomes for individuals living with frailty.

How do I book this course?

For enquiries, please contact SHS-CPDenquiries@salford.ac.uk

Duration: 1 day

Price: £150

Course date: 25 March 2026

Course length: 1 day - Face to Face

Location: University of Salford

Overview of course

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of holistic, person-centred approaches to the assessment and management of lower limb wounds. Learners will critically evaluate the physiological, psychological, social, and environmental factors influencing wound healing and patient outcomes. Emphasis is placed on developing advanced diagnostic reasoning skills to interpret clinical findings, wound characteristics, and investigative results to support accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning. Attendees will also analyse evidence-based treatment modalities and self-care strategies, focusing on patient engagement, health literacy, and the promotion of sustainable, long-term wound management across diverse clinical contexts.

Who is this course for?

Podiatrists, Tissue Viability Nurses, District Nurses, Treatment Room Nurses, Ward Nursing Staff, Orthotists, Vascular and Rehabilitation Physiotherapists, Vascular Specialist Nurses.

What does the course cover?

Critically evaluate holistic approaches to the assessment and management of lower limb wounds, integrating physiological, psychological, social, and environmental factors to inform person-centred care.

Demonstrate advanced diagnostic reasoning skills in the evaluation of lower limb wounds, including the interpretation of clinical signs, wound characteristics, and relevant investigations to support differential diagnosis and treatment planning.

Analyse a range of evidence-based treatment modalities and self-care strategies for lower limb wound management, considering patient engagement, health literacy, and long-term outcomes in diverse clinical settings.

What to expect?

In this course, you can expect to deepen your expertise in the holistic assessment and management of lower limb wounds through a person-centred and evidence-based approach. You will develop advanced diagnostic reasoning skills to accurately interpret clinical signs and investigations, supporting effective decision-making in complex wound presentations. 

The course will encourage you to consider the wider physiological, psychological, social, and environmental factors that influence healing and patient outcomes. By the end, you will be equipped to apply evidence-informed treatment strategies, promote self-care and patient engagement, and deliver high-quality, individualised wound care in diverse clinical settings.

How do I book this course?

For enquiries, please contact SHS-CPDenquiries@salford.ac.uk

Duration: 2 days

Price: £300

Course date: 25 March 2026 & 29 April 2026

Course length: 2 days - Face to Face

Location: University of Salford

Overview of course

This two-day CPD course provides an advanced exploration of physical behaviour monitoring and its role in clinical, research, and technological applications. Participants will examine how wearable sensors and transducers can be used to measure movement, activity, and posture, and how data from these devices can be analysed to understand human behaviour in context. The course bridges theory and practice, helping clinicians and researchers develop the skills needed to critically evaluate, implement, and interpret monitoring technologies with confidence.

Who is the course for?

his course is designed for allied health professionals including podiatrists, orthotists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and others with an interest in movement science, rehabilitation, and digital health technologies.

It is ideal for those wishing to enhance their understanding of wearable monitoring systems and data-driven approaches to evaluating physical behaviour.

The course is delivered at a level equivalent to Level 7 (postgraduate) study and assumes prior experience or interest in biomechanics, clinical measurement, or data analysis.

What does the course cover?

The programme offers a comprehensive introduction to the principles, methodologies, and applications of physical behaviour monitoring.

Day 1 focuses on understanding the theoretical foundations and practical considerations of activity monitoring, including an evaluation of key transducers such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, barometers, and magnetometers. Participants will explore how these devices function, the types of data they generate, and their strengths and limitations across clinical and research contexts.

Day 2 advances into signal analysis and data interpretation, with sessions on data acquisition, management, and statistical analysis. Participants will learn how to synthesise and interpret signals from multiple sensors, assess system performance, and critically appraise wearable technologies and analytical techniques.

The course concludes with an integrative session on designing and justifying comprehensive monitoring paradigms, linking technology selection, data processing, and application to clinical or research challenges.

What to expect?

Across the two days, participants will engage in a blend of interactive lectures, discussions, and hands-on data analysis designed to link theoretical understanding with practical application.

The first day introduces the core principles and methodologies of physical behaviour monitoring, focusing on how wearable technologies and transducers capture and interpret human movement and activity. Through case-based discussion and applied examples, participants will examine how these tools are used in research, clinical, and technological contexts.

The second day builds on this foundation, offering opportunities to work with real or simulated data to explore signal acquisition, processing, and interpretation. Participants will gain practical insight into how data from accelerometers, gyroscopes, barometers, and magnetometers are combined to provide meaningful information about physical behaviour.

Throughout both days, learners will be encouraged to reflect on how these approaches can be integrated into their own clinical or research environments, applying critical thinking to address the challenges of data management, accuracy, and application in practice.

How do I book this course?

For enquiries, please contact SHS-CPDenquiries@salford.ac.uk

Duration: 1 day

Price: £150

Course date: 29 April 2026

Course length: 1 day - Face to Face

Location: University of Salford

Overview of course

This one-day CPD course provides an overview of tissue pathomechanics, exploring how biological tissues respond to mechanical load, stress, and pressure.

Designed for clinicians with an interest in tissue biomechanics and pressure, the course bridges theoretical principles with clinical relevance, offering insight into how tissue composition, loading, ageing, and pathology influence mechanical behaviour.

Who is the course for?

This course is designed for allied health professionals including podiatrists, orthotists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and prosthetists with an interest in tissue pathomechanics.

It is particularly suited to those seeking to deepen their understanding of how mechanical loading affects soft and hard tissues, and how this knowledge can enhance evidence-based clinical and rehabilitative practice.

What does the course cover?

This course explores how the structure and composition of biological tissues influence their mechanical behaviour under different loading conditions. Participants will examine how tissues respond to stress and strain, and how ageing, pathology, and adaptation alter these responses.

The programme introduces key laboratory and clinical techniques used to measure load and assess tissue behaviour, providing insight into tools such as pressure mapping and strain measurement. Discussion will focus on interpreting biomechanical data and understanding how this evidence informs patient care.

A key emphasis is placed on applying biomechanical principles within clinical and rehabilitative practice. Participants will explore how knowledge of tissue loading can guide orthotic design, rehabilitation strategies, and injury prevention. The course links current research with practical examples, supporting clinicians in making evidence-based, biomechanically informed decisions in their everyday practice.

What to expect?

The one-day course combines short lectures, focused discussions, and demonstrations to provide both theoretical understanding and practical insight.

Participants will be encouraged to reflect on how the concepts apply within their own clinical settings and to discuss strategies for translating biomechanical evidence into effective patient management. By the end of the day, attendees will have enhanced their understanding of tissue behaviour under load and developed greater confidence in applying biomechanical principles to clinical reasoning and rehabilitation.

How can I book this course?

For enquiries, please contact SHS-CPDenquiries@salford.ac.uk.

Duration: 1 day

Price: £150

Course date: 29 April 2026

Course length: 1 day - Face to Face

Location: University of Salford

Overview of course

This course provides an in-depth exploration of venous and peripheral arterial diseases, focusing on clinical reasoning, and evidence-based management. Attendees will examine the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and contemporary treatment approaches for venous disorders, guided by current international standards and patient-centred care models.

Participants will evaluate the complex risk factors contributing to the development and progression of peripheral arterial disease (PAD), including lifestyle influences, and systemic comorbidities. The course highlights the often-overlooked clinical impact of asymptomatic PAD, emphasizing its role in cardiovascular risk and the importance of early identification and preventive strategies.

Through applied clinical reasoning, attendees will recognise, and risk stratify chronic limb-threatening ischaemia (CLTI) using validated diagnostic frameworks to inform urgency, intervention, and management planning. The course concludes with a critical discussion of modern management strategies—pharmacological, surgical, and lifestyle-based—and their integration within multidisciplinary care pathways to optimise outcomes for individuals with PAD and CLTI.

Who is the course for?

Podiatrists, Tissue Viability Nurses, District Nurses, Treatment Room Nurses, Ward Nursing Staff, Vascular and Rehabilitation Physiotherapists, Vascular Specialist Nurses, Professionals with an interest in Lower Limb vascular disease.

What does the course cover?

Critically analyse the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, and evidence-based management strategies for venous disease, with reference to current guidelines and patient-centred care models.

Evaluate the multifactorial risk profile associated with the development and progression of peripheral arterial disease (PAD), incorporating genetic, lifestyle, and systemic contributors.

Assess the clinical significance of asymptomatic PAD, exploring its implications for early intervention, cardiovascular risk, and long-term patient outcomes.

Apply advanced clinical reasoning to recognise and risk stratify chronic limb-threatening ischaemia (CLTI), using validated assessment tools and diagnostic criteria to inform urgency and treatment planning.

Critically discuss contemporary management strategies for PAD and CLTI, including pharmacological, surgical, and lifestyle interventions, and their integration within multidisciplinary care pathways.

What to expect?

This course offers a comprehensive and applied learning experience in the assessment and management of venous and peripheral arterial diseases. Attendees will build a deep understanding of vascular pathophysiology while developing advanced clinical reasoning and decision-making skills through case-based learning and evidence-based analysis. 

Emphasis is placed on interpreting current research and clinical guidelines to inform best practice in the management of venous disease, peripheral arterial disease (PAD), and chronic limb-threatening ischaemia (CLTI). Attendees will engage in interactive discussions and practical exercises designed to strengthen their ability to assess risk, plan interventions, and contribute effectively to multidisciplinary, patient-centred vascular care.

How do I book this course?

For enquiries, please contact SHS-CPDenquiries@salford.ac.uk

Duration: 1/2 day

Price: £75

Course date: 29 April 2026

Course length: 1/2 day - Online

Overview of course

This half-day online CPD course provides an advanced exploration of clinical reasoning and communication strategies for identifying and managing potential serious pathology in clinical practice. Participants will learn to elicit, interpret, and respond to patient histories with precision, using targeted questioning and critical analysis to distinguish between benign and potentially serious conditions.

The course integrates theoretical understanding with applied communication practice, enabling learners to engage confidently and empathetically with patients when discussing complex or sensitive findings. Emphasis is placed on maintaining person-centred care while ensuring clinical safety, accuracy, and professionalism in decision-making and handover processes.

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for allied health professionals including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, podiatrists, orthotists and others involved in frontline or advanced clinical assessment and patient management.

It is ideally suited to practitioners seeking to strengthen their clinical reasoning and communication skills when identifying red flags, managing patient uncertainty, or contributing to multidisciplinary care pathways.

Delivered at a Level 7 (postgraduate) standard, the course assumes prior experience in patient assessment and a foundational understanding of clinical reasoning principles.

What does the course cover?

The programme offers a structured and applied approach to differentiating between benign and serious pathology through enhanced clinical reasoning and communication.

Participants will begin by revisiting the theoretical principles of red flag identification and diagnostic reasoning, exploring how structured, purposeful questioning can elicit key information from the patient history. Learners will then examine advanced communication techniques for discussing sensitive or potentially distressing information, maintaining empathy and supporting informed decision-making.

The course also introduces the use of structured handover frameworks such as SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) to ensure clear, safe, and context-appropriate communication within multidisciplinary teams.

What to expect?

Delivered online in an interactive format, this half-day course combines live teaching, group discussion and case-based analysis. Participants will engage in guided exploration of clinical reasoning approaches and practise structured questioning techniques through applied examples and scenario-based tasks.

By the end of the course, learners will have developed skills in eliciting and interpreting clinical information, applying structured communication frameworks and contributing effectively to safe, collaborative decision-making within multidisciplinary contexts.

How do I book this course?

For enquiries, please contact SHS-CPDenquiries@salford.ac.uk

Duration: 1 day 10:00-15:00

Price: £140

Course date: as required

Course length: 1 day

Delivery: Online (via MS Teams)

Overview of the Course

The Post Anaesthetic Care in Recovery course equips registered practitioners with essential skills and knowledge for immediate post-operative care. It covers postoperative care, patient assessment, safety measures, and emergency responses through interactive discussions and case-based learning.

The key deliverables of the course are:

• Understanding the theatre environment and post-operative care.
• Enhancing patient assessment skills using the A-E approach.
• Recognising and managing post-operative complications.
• Exploring safety protocols such as the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist.

Strengthening communication through effective patient handover techniques.

Who is the course for?

This course is tailored for registered practitioners, including nurses, allied health professionals (AHPs), and nursing associates who are involved in the theatre recovery care of patients. 

What does the course cover?

• Understanding the foundation of the perioperative theatre environment.
• Developing specialised knowledge and skills essential for post-anaesthetic care.
• Learning how to assess patients using the A-E approach and manage their conditions effectively.
• Exploring the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist and its application.
• Understanding the roles and responsibilities of theatre practitioners.
• Recognising adverse reactions and appropriate management strategies.
• Gaining knowledge of post-operative monitoring and patient management.
• Learning how to assess baseline observations and take appropriate action.
• Developing skills in safe patient handover using a structured framework.
• Applying national guidance, policies, and evidence-based practice to enhance patient care.

What to expect?

• Introduction and context
• Pre-knowledge and goals
• Introduction to Perioperative Care
• Theatre Environment
• Surgical Safety
• ABCDE approach
• National Early Warning Score (NEWS 2)
• Pain Management
• Blood Glucose
• Malignant Hyperthermia (MH)
• Anaphylaxis
• Patient Handover

What will I receive at the end of the course?

• Peer learning opportunities
• Certificate of completion
• 5 CPD hours – contributes to revalidation and updates
• Access to supplementary learning resources.

How to book

Register your interest for this course by contacting: shs-cpdenquiries@salford.ac.uk.

Duration: 2 days 10:00-16:00 each day

Price: £264

Course date: As required

Couse length:  2 days

Overview of the course

This is a 2-day, face to face course which provides knowledge, awareness and understanding about working with people with learning disabilities. The course will also help participants to think about how they can improve their services for people with learning disabilities.  

Who is the course for?

This course is recommended for those health professionals who might come into regular contact with people with learning disabilities, but who do not have any specialist training in learning disability.

What does the course cover?

The course will cover the following topics:

• Understanding people with learning disabilities
• Values, attitudes, and behaviour towards people with learning disabilities
• Communication and interaction
• Legislation, policy, and guidance
• Making reasonable adjustments
• Risks and safeguarding
• Signposting to other services/ sources of help

What to expect?

There will be presentations to provide knowledge, awareness and understanding about working with people with learning disabilities.  There will also be an interactive element, where participants will have an opportunity to discuss issues, to think through case studies, and to reflect on how to make their own workplaces better for people with learning disabilities. Participants will be expected to undertake a small piece of work between day 1 and day 2, related to their own place of work.  Participants will receive advice and guidance and will have an opportunity to ask questions. Participants will also be signposted to further sources of information and expertise.

Who is delivering the course?

Maxine Hamilton-Bell is a seasoned Social Worker and experienced Practice Educator, she is currently a Lecturer in the Integrated Practice Learning Disability and Social Work programme at the University of Salford. Maxine also have a Diploma in Therapeutic Person Centred Counselling, her background is in Child Protection and Forensic Mental Health.

Moyo Opebiyi is a qualified Learning Disability Nurse and Social Worker. Her Masters Degree is in Leadership and she is currently studying for her Doctorate. Moyo has diverse experiences in Nursing and Social Work Practice. Moyo currently lectures in the Integrated Practice Learning Disability and Social Work programme at the University of Salford.

The SPICE group will also contribute to the training. They are professional trainers in the Manchester area, who have a learning disability and who contribute to the specialist learning disability education provision at The University Salford.

How to book

Register your interest for this course by contacting: shs-cpdenquiries@salford.ac.ukk.

Duration: 1 day 10:00-16:00

Price: £180

Course dates: as required

Overview of the course

Social and Therapeutic Horticulture is being widely used to improve physical and mental health outcomes in a range of settings from residential and clinical units to community-based ‘green prescribing’ projects. The evidence base for this use of horticulture is well established and The University of Salford is currently involved in the €6 million Horizon GreenME project which that aims to identify ways in which effective nature-based therapy and a broader green care framework can be scaled-up across Europe and the USA.

The course will give learners an overview of the current theoretical framework for therapeutic horticulture and a wealth of examples of how it can be used to improve health outcomes for a range of groups (those with mental health challenges, in recovery, living with dementia etc.). Hands on practical sessions and activity packs will be provided to develop learners’ skills in using horticulture therapeutical in their own practice/projects. Participants will engage with those leading cutting-edge research at a global level and gaining techniques, knowledge and tools from those pioneering practice in the UK. Alongside the University of Salford, a founder member and Chair of the Social & Therapeutic Horticulture Special Interest Group of the Chartered Institute of Horticulture and Get Up & Grow will add to the one-day course, enabling attendees to gain skills from those advancing practice in the area.

Learners on this course will be interested in incorporating therapeutic horticulture into their professional practice or future projects. This could include senior leaders to nurses, public health officials, local authority officers, occupational therapists, art therapists and beyond. With Biodiversity Net Gain and other policies being advanced, there is an opportunity for planners and the broader private sector to explore innovative ways of progressing this agenda on a broader level through the course. This particular course is aimed at a broad level and is appropriate for those new to the area or aiming to scale-up existing practice.  

What does the course cover?

• Theoretical underpinning of social and therapeutic horticulture
• Evidence base to demonstrate the impact of approaches
• Overview of suitable reflection and evaluation methods
• Practical, hands-on sessions
• Opportunity to discuss how learners’ green spaces can be adapted to support therapeutic horticulture

What to expect?

The course has a specific focus; the purpose of the day will be to explore therapeutic horticulture; how it can be delivered and adapted for specific groups. There will be a discuss of methods for reflection and evaluation and several practical hands-on sessions demonstrating how to use horticulture in a therapeutic framework. 

Alongside more formal presentations from experienced researchers in the field, a large part of the training will be practical, where participants will have an opportunity to apply techniques. Learners will receive advice and guidance from two experienced therapeutic horticulture practitioners who have worked with a wide range of groups. Learners will also be signposted to further sources of information, support and expertise.

Please note that the course offers an addition to existing qualifications in counselling/ therapy and does not offer a qualification in therapeutic horticulture.

For more information about the course please email: M.Hardman@salford.ac.uk