Environmental Sustainability
Level 2 & 3 Online Courses
LGBT+ | National Ambulance LGBT+ Network
A contemporary learning programme designed for the ‘modern paramedic’ was launched on the 9th May 2017 and can be accessed for free. The project has been undertaken in partnership with Health Education England’s e-Learning for Healthcare team (e-LfH) who develop clinically credible online learning for health professionals.
Bite-sized Sessions
Almost 50 ‘bite-sized’ sessions available. Each session can be done in less than 20 minutes, and is applied to paramedic practice with a focus on problem-based learning and case studies.
Accessible Modules
Accessible through the e-Learning for Healthcare platform at e-lfh.org.uk.
CoP ‘Temporary Registered Student Paramedic’ Support Site
Click Here to access the College of Paramedics ‘Temporary Registered Student Paramedic’ support site. Created mainly with NQPs in mind, this site has been created as a resource by the CoP & is updated & added to as new content is available. (It is free & open access to non-members).
As part of the SWASFT Green Plan, we have several courses on offer teaching you more about how we can work towards environmentally sustainable healthcare.
Courses are as follows:
- Building a Net Zero NHS
An introduction to environmentally sustainable healthcare.
‘Building a Net Zero NHS’ is designed to raise awareness of the climate and ecological emergency, why it matters for health, and how healthcare contributes to it.
- Environmental Sustainability in Quality Improvement
Integrating environmental, social and financial considerations into quality improvement.
This session introduces a novel approach to quality improvement, where environmental, social and financial aspects are considered alongside health outcomes.
*Please note – These courses will require you to be logged in to ESR, which is why the login page may appear instead of the course.*
Carbon Literacy provides learners with ‘an awareness of the carbon dioxide costs and impacts of everyday activities and the ability and motivation to reduce emissions, on an individual, community and organisational basis.’
SWAST are looking to pilot this course soon – if you would like to attend please Click Here to express your interest.
Choose from a variety of level 2 and level 3 virtual courses offered via external provider Learning Curve Group.
For anyone who may have identified a development need or goal or simply has a general interest there are a wide range of courses on offer including health related topics through to team leadership.
Please note: These courses are government funded and provided via Learning Curve Group – You will enter into an agreement WITH THEM when you enrol. “There is a £125 cancellation fee if a learner enrols and fails to complete or withdraws early from the course”.
There is an extenuating circumstances process – but this is managed by them.
Select from a number of level 2 and level 3 courses. Highlights are below or you can browse the full catalogue here:
Level 2:
Level 2 – Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
Level 2 – Children’s & Young People’s Mental Health
Level 2 – Understanding Autism
Level 2 – Common Childhood Illnesses
Level 2 – Common Health Conditions
Level 2 – Principles of Dementia Care
Level 2 – Equality and Diversity
Level 2 – Principles of Team Leading
Level 2 – Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
Level 2 – Mental Health First Aid
Level 3:
Level 3 – Understanding Autism
Level 3 – Understanding Mental Health
How to book: Book via Learning Curve Group by clicking the “enrol now” link for the course you are interested in.
Resources and Information
The National Ambulance LGBT+ Network is working on a number of resources and initiatives to support LGBT+ patients and staff.
Discovery Library Access (All SWAST)
All SWASFT staff are eligible to join their local Health Library. *The Plymouth & Southmead ones are online and open to all SWASFT staff.
Via the library website, SWAST staff have access to clinical journals, textbooks, guidelines, pinboards and more.
You will need an NHS Athens password to access these resources, just register athttps://openathens.nice.org.uk/ or you can Download a leaflet to get started
Contact the Discovery Library at:
Discovery Library-Level 5 Terrace Lewis Building- Derriford Hospital- Plymouth-PL6 8DH
Telephone: 01752 (4)39111
Email: library.mailbox@nhs.net
ESR Development Day Learning
Online Development day learning on ESR.
All operational all ambulance staff can access the following lessons:
- Resuscitation and support of transition of babies at birth
- Anaphylaxis
Please click the link here or pic to be taken to the ESR log in page.
Having trouble finding the DD lessons? Click here
ESR National Learning Management System
What is ESR and NLMS?
Electronic Staff Record (ESR) is a workforce solution for the NHS, ESR supports the delivery of national workforce policy and strategy.
It provides NHS organisations with a range of tools that facilitate effective workforce management and planning; thereby enabling improved quality, improved efficiency and improved patient safety.
National Learning Management System (NLMS) is a functionality within ESR which allows staff to access and complete mandatory training offerings as well as additional CPD. This removes the need for staff to locate courses from several sources.
How do I access ESR and NLMS?
All SWAST employees have access to ESR self-service which allows you to view pay slips, personal information and learning dashboards.
If you haven’t used My ESR for e-learning yet there is loads of free Clinical & NON-Clinical e-learning on here. Any training you do on here is recorded and stored on your NHS record.
Download NLMS quickstart guide PDF
Gloucestershire Proud to Learn Training
Proud to Learn Gloucestershire is promoting opportunities available within the social care and health sector in Gloucestershire. Within the social care and health sector in our county there are a vast range of career opportunities and great career progression.
To access E-learning Modules and Training Courses hosted on LearnPro Community, please contact the Multi-Agency Workforce Development Team on proudtolearn@gloucestershire.gov.uk or 01452 324306 for a registration guide.
What training is available?
Training is available on a variety of topics, from Basic Mental Health Awareness to Stroke Pathways. Full list here.
How do I register?
All users MUST register with an INDIVIDUAL email address.
Free courses in England.com
Free Courses In England specialises in education and training that supports the needs of employers and learners.
Offer accredited programmes, which are designed to complement employers’ existing in-house training provision and improve each learner’s knowledge and skills by assessing their core competencies against national standards.
They offer a wide range of accredited training with a combination of online or hard copy resources.
*Please note – this website is external and may charge you for non-completion of a course.*
NHS Elect Webinars
NHS Elect are an organisation dedicated to supporting NHS colleagues & improving healthcare.
NHS Elect host webinars and virtual workshops aimed at providing the tools and techniques for NHS staff wishing to achieve their goals through a number of tried and tested approaches. They also offer offer other on-line resources.
They offer multiple webinars available throughout the year – Click Here to have a browse of the full list.
To access these webinars you will need to initially sign up via SWAST CPD. Click Here to find out more & sign up.
Unison e-Learning
UNISON is the UK’s largest union, serving more than 1.3 million members. The e-learning site from UNISON is where you can access a whole range of online activities, which is especially handy for UNISON activists.
They represent full-time and part-time staff who provide public services, although they may be employed in both the public and private sectors.
They are also there to provide a large variety of courses and some of these courses will be absolutely free to those who become members. Below are examples of the excellent courses on offer through UNISON:
Diabetes Awareness Certification
Mental Health First Aid Certification
Safe Handling of Medicines Foundation Certification
Cerebral Palsy Awareness Certification
Click Here to find out more about the e-learning on offer through UNISON