CPD Event Directory

Improving quality across systems & organisations in the North West

2nd Apr 2018 10:00 | The Health Foundation

To consider and learn from the challenges of developing; embedding and spreading quality improvement across a whole region through hearing about the work undertaken by the Advancing Quality Alliance (AQuA).The visit will provide Q members with an opportunity to hear about System Transformation; Building Capability; Person Centred Care and Delivering High Quality Care.

BS8102 – The Good; the Bad; and the Criminally Negligible

3rd Apr 2018 17:30 | Crown Stone Group

We have had a lot of people tell us that they are very interested in finding out more about how basements are excavated and waterproofed properly to BS8102. That’s why we will be hosting an hour long CPD presentation on basement construction; waterproofing systems and maintenance.

MEUC’s ANNUAL TWO-DAY CONFERENCE & INFORMATION FORUM

6th Apr 2018 10:00 | Major Energy Users' Council (MEUC)

Conference and Information Forum to bring industrial; commercial and public sector consumers up-to-date with the latest Government initiatives; market developments and price/supply prospects.

Middle East Electricity 2018

6th Apr 2018 12:00 | Informa Exhibitions

At this event; we hold workshops relevant to the larger electricity marketplace in the Middle East.

Wigmore Medical Open Day

7th Apr 2018 09:00 | Wigmore Medical at FACE

An event where Wigmore will be showcasing their top brands; including two agendas running parallel focusing on injectables; and skincare.

The future for Automotive and Car Dealerships

7th Apr 2018 18:00 | Turnaround Management Association

TMA UK are delighted to welcome John Roberts Head of Automotive & Roadside – and James Shorthouse – Head of Alternative Markets as our guest speakers for the evening. Our topic for the evening is: The future for Automotive and Car Dealerships.

How Madoff made off with his investor’s money – and what is being done about it”.

7th Apr 2018 18:00 | Turnaround Management Association

TMA West Midlands are delighted to welcome Dominic Offord as their guest speaker for the evening. Dominic Offord; head of insolvency at Browne Jacobson; and strategic counsel for Bernie Madoff’s US Trustee; “Madoff – the Man who conned the world; will provide you with a fascinating insight into the world’s largest financial fraud – how Madoff hid his Ponzi scheme for so long; how the scheme unravelled; and how cross-border insolvency has struggled to deal with financial crime on a global scale.”

Skills for Independence rehabilitation course for adults with spinal cord injury

9th Apr 2018 00:00 | Back Up

Back Up is a leading UK charity that inspires people affected by spinal cord injury to get the most out of life. The course is for adults with spinal cord injury and offers an intense focus on wheelchair skills and general life skills to help make everyday life more manageable and improve independence. The course provides experiential ‘hands on’ learning for Nurses and Personal Assistants experienced in working with individuals with spinal cord injury outside of the clinical environment or client’s home. It offers learning opportunities for individuals seeking to volunteer in a residential setting and/or broaden their knowledge of SCI.

ATD Middle East

9th Apr 2018 08:00 | KNect365

The world’s largest talent development association – ATD and Informa partner to bring you the Middle East’s pioneering event for talent and learning professionals.

ATD Middle East

9th Apr 2018 08:00 | KNect365

The world’s largest talent development association – ATD and Informa partner to bring you the Middle East’s pioneering event for talent and learning professionals.

5G MENA 2018

9th Apr 2018 08:50 | KNect365

This is a learning event where telecommunications companies discuss the technical and commercial aspects of advancing to 5G networks and the digital operator of tomorrow. 5G MENA attracts over 700 CxO and other senior level attendees from the Middle East; North Africa; Central & Eastern Europe; and South Asia. Topics including early 5G trials; 5G use cases; IoT networks and services; network technology evolution; standards; spectrum and regulation; digital transformation; service innovation; new business models and monetisation opportunities.

Cloud MENA Event

9th Apr 2018 08:50 | KNect365

Cloud MENA 2018 is the 8th annual IT conference for over 200 enterprise CIOs and IT Directors across all sectors and government who come to the event in Dubai and over two days learn how to deploy and improve Cloud-based technologies in their organisation. It is a well-established event attended by the most senior IT executives; such as CIOs; CTOs and IT Security Directors; as well as their technology partners who provide Cloud solutions. The conference programme features many case studies; panel discussions; Keynotes and a practical workshop. Networking opportunities include smart networking; pre-arranged meetings and the awards ceremony.

The Great Economists: the thinkers who changed the world -and how their ideas can help us today

9th Apr 2018 18:30 | The London School of Economics and Political Science

Linda Yueh will discuss her new book that helps us to think about the biggest economic challenges of our time by drawing on the ideas of the great economists whose thinking has already changed the world.

The Great Economists: how their ideas can help us today

9th Apr 2018 18:30 | The London School of Economics and Political Science

Linda Yueh will discuss her new book that helps us to think about the biggest economic challenges of our time by drawing on the ideas of the great economists whose thinking has already changed the world.

Disabled Living Trusted assessor

10th Apr 2018 09:30 | Disabled Living

A 4 day Course equipping delegates with relevant skills to assess for and prescribe a simple solution or a basic piece of equipment to meet the needs of an individual living with a disability

The Big 5 Construct North Africa 2018

10th Apr 2018 10:00 |

The Big 5 Construct North Africa is taking place from 10-12 April 2018 at Parc des Expositions de l’Office des Changes in Casablanca; Morocco. This event will host a series of free-to-attend; practical workshops providing the latest industry trends; tools; applications and techniques for the architecture; interior design; construction and infrastructure sectors.

Fair Shot: rethinking inequality and how we earn

10th Apr 2018 18:30 | The London School of Economics and Political Science

Co-founder of Facebook Chris Hughes makes the case that one-percenters like him should pay their fortune forward in a radically simple way: a guaranteed income for working people.

Advanced facilitation skills

11th Apr 2018 10:00 | Child Bereavement UK

Develop your skills as an experienced facilitator in challenging situations; self-awareness; group dynamics; empathy and intuition when leading bereavement groups.

ArchitEx 2018

11th Apr 2018 10:30 | Eton Events

The 3rd Annual Exhibition; Conference and Networking Reception for the UK Architecture and Building Design Industry. This event brings delegates together with policy experts; real-life case studies and industry award winners. It will address the latest sustainable developments and technology in the design; planning and construction of recent; current and future Architecture and Building Design projects.

Ten Reasons We're Wrong About The World – And Why Things Are Better Than You Think

11th Apr 2018 18:30 | The London School of Economics and Political Science

When asked simple questions about global trends – why the world’s population is increasing; how many young women go to school; how many of us live in poverty – we systematically get the answers wrong. So wrong that a chimpanzee choosing answers at random will consistently outguess journalists; Nobel laureates; and investment bankers according to the book’s authors.

Introductory Section 12 Approved Course

12th Apr 2018 09:00 | North East London NHS Foundation Trust

Section 12 Approved Doctor Introductory Course( under the Mental Health Act 1983)

Project Management Workshop

13th Apr 2018 09:30 | The Industry School

This one-day interactive course delivers effective; specific training to equip agency teams with key project management skills and techniques to effectively manage your organisation’s delivery process. In this workshop; we look at the key stages of a project cycle and then apply skills-practice by using a real case study. This problem based learning is a great method for project management training. We present a problem that needs a resolution – a key skill for any Project Manager.

Compensation & Benefits Forum

16th Apr 2018 08:30 | KNect365

The C&B Forum gathers leaders in rewards and benefits in the Middle East to share dialogue on the most pertinent issues affecting total rewards. The event helps organisations transform their reward programs to increase efficiencies and help meet organisational objectives in a challenging economic market.

Compensation & Benefits Forum

16th Apr 2018 08:30 | KNect365

The C&B Forum gathers leaders in rewards and benefits in the Middle East to share dialogue on the most pertinent issues affecting total rewards. The event helps organisations transform their reward programs to increase efficiencies and help meet organisational objectives in a challenging economic market.

Multi activity rehabilitation course for adults with spinal cord injury aged 50+

16th Apr 2018 09:00 | Back Up

Back Up is a leading UK charity that inspires people affected by spinal cord injury to get the most out of life. The course is for adults aged 50+ with spinal cord injury and is designed to boost confidence and independence through challenging and exciting outdoor activities and wheelchair skills development sessions. The course provides experiential hands on learning for Nurses and Personal Assistants; experienced in working with individuals affected by spinal cord injury outside of the clinical environment or clients home. It offers learning opportunities for individuals seeking to volunteer in a residential setting and/or broaden their knowledge of spinal cord injury.

Chronic Disease Management

16th Apr 2018 09:00 | RCNi

Taking place in 6 key locations during 2018; these events are aimed at providing primary health care nurses with invaluable knowledge and updates on the subject of chronic disease management.

Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder

16th Apr 2018 10:00 | Self Injury Support

This is a one day training course designed to develop participants’ knowledge and understanding of Borderline Personality Disorder. The course will cover how individuals are diagnosed with BPD and the impact of the symptoms and experiences associated with this diagnosis. Participants’ will have the opportunity to reflect on the range of feelings; attitudes and responses that can arise when supporting people with a BPD diagnosis and learn about helpful responses. The training will provide information about the relationship between a BPD diagnosis and self-injury; as well as the best practice for support of clients; including harm minimisation strategies and person-centred practice.

Ward Manager Summit

16th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

Whether you are currently a Ward Manager or aspiring to be one – this event provides a unique opportunity to learn from the experiences of other Ward Managers and Nurse Directors to develop your skills as an effective Ward Manager.

Improving Physical Health Outcomes for people with Mental Health Conditions

16th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

Chaired by Dr Jonathan Campion (Director for Public Mental Health and Consultant Psychiatrist South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust and Visiting Professor of Population Mental Health University College London) this National CPD conference takes a practical case study based approach to assessing/monitoring and improving the physical health outcomes of people with mental health conditions.

Clinical Audit Masterclass

16th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This one day clinical audit masterclass will provide you with a full understanding of why clinical audit is important to organisations/teams and individuals (e.g. helping to meet your revalidation requirements).

When a child dies - supporting parents and families

16th Apr 2018 10:00 | Child Bereavement UK

Explore the impact of the death of a child on a family and build your confidence and skills when communicating with and supporting grieving families.

1LoD Summit

17th Apr 2018 07:45 | 1LoD

1LoD New York Summit is the first independent US conference for the newly created control functions in the first line of defence. These control functions are employed by and located within the front office of the Markets and Banking divisions of Investment banks.

Gear Stress Analysis

17th Apr 2018 09:30 | The British Gear Association (BGA)

1. Seminar provides the opportunity to understand and explore the stress analysis procedures published in ISO 6336:2006 and discuss ideas and implications with other members of the industry. The latest standards are rather daunting to those who are new to them so the purpose of this seminar is to make it much easier to understand how it works. 2. Applying the latest ISO 6336 stress analysis standard implements best practice will not guarantee a low noise or low risk gear set. This seminar introduces and applies strategies for maximizing gear performance; increasing power density and minimizing manufacturing costs and risk.

Walk Together to Fight Inequality

17th Apr 2018 18:00 | The London School of Economics and Political Science

Join The Elders; the Fight Inequality Alliance; and Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity to honour grassroots efforts around the world to turn around the inequality crisis and learn how you can join the movement working to #WalkTogether to #FightInequality.

Scottish Caring and Dementia Conference

18th Apr 2018 08:30 | Investor Publishing

A day conference with plenary sessions; workshops and presentations looking at key themes and issues in the field of dementia.

Green Business Fund Workshop - An introduction to energy efficiency for SMEs

18th Apr 2018 09:00 | Carbon Trust

This workshop will help small companies learn how to identify and implement opportunities to reduce energy costs within their business and make the most of the fund; The aim is to increase an understanding of how to reduce energy bills through behavioural and low cost measures by focusing on major areas of consumption in SMEs (heating; lighting; equipment; insulation).

SCOPE School Middle East Conference

18th Apr 2018 09:00 | World Obesity Federation

This SCOPE School will focus on the medical and surgical management of obesity. It will cover the below topics: Modern Approaches to Interdisciplinary Care; Human Physiology of Body Weight Regulation; Biology of the Reduced Obese State; Multidisciplinary Team Management of Obesity in the Middle East; Management of Childhood Obesity; Lifestyle Intervention for Obesity Management; Medicating the Patient with Obesity; Bariatric Surgery and Beyond.

Introduction to Control Valves

18th Apr 2018 09:00 | British Valve and Actuator Association

This course is designed as a comprehensive guide to Control Valves. Engineers and technicians attending will gain an invaluable insight into control valve construction; installation; operation; maintenance and troubleshooting which will have practical benefits when applied in the work place.

IRDG Lean Product Development Programme

18th Apr 2018 09:00 | IRDG (Industry Research + Development Group)

Lean Product Development (LPD) focuses on the elimination of waste in all facets of the product development and innovation process. It provides a very practical tool-kit for better; faster; cheaper execution of product development projects. IRDG’s Lean Product Development offering stands on it’s own in Ireland. Approved for funding support by Enterprise Ireland and IDA; this practical & proven programme is already adding real value for companies doing Research; Development and Innovation. Designed for an Irish audience by our expert team; in collaboration with Ron Mascitelli (global LPD thought-leader); the programme takes all the benefits of lean; and applies them in a very thoughtful and relevant way to the changeable; dynamic nature of the innovation world. The result is an approach which fits right in with existing product development processes; and can be applied in any sector; boosting current activities.

Applications of Plant Pathology – From Field to Clinic

18th Apr 2018 09:15 | Society for Applied Microbiology

In conjunction with the British Society for Plant Pathology; this conference will cover rapid responses to emerging pathogens; both plant and clinical; the plant microbiome and its importance for plant and human health; detection of viral pathogens and the soil resistome.

The Assistive Technology Conference: Empowering Independence

18th Apr 2018 09:30 | Salford Professional Development

Join us for the Assistive Technology Conference 2018 where leading experts will explain how ground-breaking innovations can close the disability employment gap to the benefit of both workers and employers. Get up close with the very latest assistive technology and learn how it can empower disabled people to be more independent and improve the quality of life for those with long term conditions.

Supporting parents though pregnancy loss and the death of a baby

18th Apr 2018 10:00 | Child Bereavement UK

Explore the impact that pregnancy loss and the death of a baby can have on a family as outlined in updated guidelines by SANDS and the Royal College of Midwives.

Supervising bereavement work

18th Apr 2018 10:00 | Child Bereavement UK

Develop a greater understanding of the skills needed to supervise practitioners working with bereaved families.

Violence and aggression: short-term management of violent and physically threatening behaviour among adults/children and young people with a mental health problem

18th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

Chaired by Eric Baskind (Senior Lecturer in Law. Consultant and Expert Witness in Violence Reduction and the Safer Use of Force Liverpool John Moore’s University) this National CPD certified conference will focus on ensuring adherence to the 2017 National NICE Quality Standard on Violence and Aggression.

Reducing Medication Errors National Summit 2018

18th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This timely Summit aims to bring together clinicians / managers and medication safety officers and leads to understand current national developments and to debate and discuss key issues and areas they are facing in improving medication safety and reducing medication errors in hospitals.

Supporting parents though pregnancy loss and the death of a baby

18th Apr 2018 10:00 | Child Bereavement UK

Explore the impact that pregnancy loss and the death of a baby can have on a family as outlined in updated guidelines by SANDS and the Royal College of Midwives.

Mind and body: Practical management of older and frail patients

18th Apr 2018 12:45 | Omniamed Communications Limited

The management of older persons is challenging; often frail and harbouring multiple comorbidities; these patients have a wide range of physical and psychological needs. Although general practice is ideally placed to manage these patients; the practicalities of being a GP is often at odds with the time required to assess this complex population and adopt individualised management strategies. Through a series of practically-focussed talks and case studies; we will examine the complex interplay between body and mind; exploring relevant topics including frailty; insomnia; depression; pain and dementia. This unique angle aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and competence to take a holistic approach to managing older patients; supporting both pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods.

LGPS Question Time Crossing the Divide

18th Apr 2018 13:15 | DG Publishing - LAPF Investments

The afternoon seminar consists of two sessions in a “Question Time” format; following an introduction by Jeff Houston (LGA) outlining the current state of play in the sector. Each of the two sessions will open with “set the scene” contributions from the panellists; and delegates will then have an opportunity to engage in what promises to be a lively question and answer debate. Afterwards; you are most welcome to attend a drinks reception; where you can continue the discussions with your fellow attendees in a more informal setting.

Book Editing

18th Apr 2018 18:30 | London School of Publishing (LSP)

The Book Editing course is a highly popular course; which has succeeded in providing an excellent base for the start of a career in publishing. The course is suitable for recent graduates; those changing career direction and those already in publishing and requiring refresher training. The examination-based course is designed for those wishing to work in editorial and proofreading and those who work in books and related publishing. It concentrates on editing and proofreading skills and the techniques required in preparing text for publication. At the same time; the focus is expanded to include information about production; design; rights and other aspects of publishing.

Cultural Studies and the Challenge of Inequality Today

18th Apr 2018 18:30 | The London School of Economics and Political Science

This event will consider the prospects for contemporary thinking within the cultural studies tradition to engage with current inequalities.

i4 Neuroleader Certification Program

19th Apr 2018 09:00 | About my Brain Institute

The i4 Neuroleader Certification Program will expand your toolbox with a revolutionary brain-based and holistic leadership development model and methodology. Instil brain-friendly practices and ride the wave into the future. Face-to-face component: This blended 3-day experiential face-to-face and online certification teaches you to apply the i4 Methodology when conducting leadership development; coaching; wellness and cultural transformation initiatives. Online component: A 16-hour online certification program that covers the latest developments in brain-based leadership and how to apply the i4 Neuroleader Model & Tools when developing brain-friendly leaders and teams.

i4 Neuroleader Certification Program

19th Apr 2018 09:00 | About my Brain Institute

The i4 Neuroleader Certification Program will expand your toolbox with a revolutionary brain-based and holistic leadership development model and methodology. Instil brain-friendly practices and ride the wave into the future. Face-to-face component: This blended 3-day experiential face-to-face and online certification teaches you to apply the i4 Methodology when conducting leadership development; coaching; wellness and cultural transformation initiatives. Online component: A 16-hour online certification program that covers the latest developments in brain-based leadership and how to apply the i4 Neuroleader Model & Tools when developing brain-friendly leaders and teams.

Safety Valves

19th Apr 2018 09:00 | British Valve and Actuator Association

This 1-day course is designed as a comprehensive guide to safety and relief valves. This course explains how safety and relief valves function and how to size and select the correct valve for given duties and specifications. The course employs lectures; demonstrations and problem solving sessions.

Diabetes Conference 2018

19th Apr 2018 09:00 | Salford Professional Development

Join us for the Diabetes Conference 2018 where expert speakers will explain how the NHS can transform its approach to both prevention and treatment. Understand how to move towards a patient centred care model; identify vulnerable groups in need of additional support and see how new technology can facilitate self-management.

Resource Management Workshop

19th Apr 2018 09:30 | The Industry School

The Industry School’s one-day Resource Management workshop is an engaging; interactive and practical course; you’ll learn the strategies to plan and practice effective resource management to enhance your company’s internal operations and pro?t margins. You’ll learn from real life case studies with our trainer’s extensive experience and have the chance to discuss your own take on these challenges. You’ll leave with the skills; knowledge; commercial awareness and con?dence to apply proven techniques in your day-to-day work. The course is highly relevant for anyone involved in managing internal resources and associated cost or pro?t centres – Operations Directors; Resource Managers; Project Managers; Heads of Delivery or people in less formal resource management roles who are involved in the delivery of major projects.

Signs and Symptoms of Lower Gastrointestinal (GI) Complaints

19th Apr 2018 18:00 | InHealth

The aetiology; clinical features; investigations and management for a range of lower GI symptoms such as diarrhoea; constipation; lower GI bleeding; bloating and abdominal pain

Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards: Towards Liberty Protection Safeguards: Implications of the 2017 Law Commission Report

20th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This conference developed and produced in association with Alex Ruck Keene Barrister (39 Essex Chambers & Former Consultant / Mental Capacity and Deprivation of Liberty Project / The Law Commission) will update delegates on the implications of the March 2017 Law Commission Report and the practicalities of moving towards Liberty Protection Safeguards in your service.

Demonstrating & Improving Prescribing Competence & Practice: Implementing the National competency framework for all prescribers

20th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

Last year a new and updated Competency Framework to support healthcare professionals to prescribe effectively was published by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society. Through national updates / practical case studies and extended expert sessions this conference focuses on demonstrating and improving prescribing competence and practice – embedding the competency framework and ten competency dimensions for all prescribers.

Demonstrating & Improving Nurse Prescribing Competence & Practice: Implementing the National competency framework for all prescribers

20th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

Last year a new and updated Competency Framework to support healthcare professionals to prescribe effectively was published by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society. Through national updates / practical case studies and extended expert sessions this conference focuses on demonstrating and improving nurse prescribing competence and practice – embedding the competency framework and ten competency dimensions for all nurse prescribers.

Masterclass: Assessment/Diagnosis Treatment & Management of Eating Disorders

20th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This one day masterclass will provide you with an overall understanding of the assessment / diagnosis / treatment and overall management of the eating disorders you are likely to see in practice.

Next Steps rehabilitation course for adults with spinal cord injury who can walk

23rd Apr 2018 00:00 | Back Up

Back Up is a leading UK charity that inspires people affected by spinal cord injury to get the most out of life. The course is for adults with spinal cord injury who walk some or all of the time. It focuses on the development of life skills; giving the opportunity to discuss issues related to being able to walk following injury. The course provides experiential ‘hands on’ learning for Nurses and Personal Assistants; experienced in working with individuals affected by spinal cord injury outside of the clinical environment or client’s home. It offers learning opportunities for individuals seeking to volunteer in a residential setting and/or broaden their knowledge of spinal cord injury.

Winning Portfolio Careers

23rd Apr 2018 08:30 | In Touch Networks

Join us for an inspirational and informative day aimed at enhancing your portfolio led career. Hear from the experts: find out where you may be going wrong and what actions you should be taking to secure your next role. Take away practical; actionable tips and techniques that will help to make your applications more successful. There are plenty of networking opportunities throughout the day; connect with like-minded individuals; share advice and experiences; and grow your professional network.

Bett MEA 2018

23rd Apr 2018 08:45 | ITE-Exhibitions

A senior gathering of education and technology leaders; decision-makers; experts and professionals from across the Middle East and Africa region; with representation from over 25 countries. Leadership Summit; Learn Live Theatre; Tech Talks Theatre; Teachers Academy; School Leaders Academy.

Introduction to Well Decommissioning

23rd Apr 2018 08:45 | MDT International Ltd

The overall objective of this course is to provide delegates with an introduction to the basic technical aspects of well decommissioning and how this activity fits into oil and gas decommissioning projects overall. The course will focus on how and why wells are decommissioned and will highlight the risks and uncertainties faced by engineers and how this can impact on the financial performance of a decommissioning project. New and emerging technologies and techniques will also be covered to consider where improved performance in well abandonment techniques may emerge in the future. This course is intended primarily for non-technical staff and Managers.

Unite-CPHVA South East Region Conference 23 April 2018

23rd Apr 2018 09:00 | Unite the Union

This one day conference is planned for the Community Health Practitioners. The conference aims to engage; equip and enable the community health practitioners (health visitors; school nurses; child health nurses; district nurses; and practice nurses) in facing the current challenging times in the NHS. It offers the delegates the opportunity to update on their existing knowledge and skills to inform their practice and to learn from each other through interaction and networking.

Using Economics in Competition Cases

23rd Apr 2018 09:00 | Oxera

Whether you are a legal practitioner; an in-house lawyer faced with an inquiry; or a professional wishing to understand competition law risk; you will come away with the confidence to judge and rely on the economic arguments and evidence put forward in a case.

Physiotherapy Conference 2018

23rd Apr 2018 09:00 | Salford Professional Development

Returning for its third year; Salford Professional Developments’ Physiotherapy Conference is gaining a reputation as an inspirational and empowering event offering ideas for innovation both on a small and large scale. Leading experts will discuss how the profession can meet the challenges and opportunities presented by changes in NHS policy and a renewed focus on public health. Learn how physiotherapists can work closer with general practice; support the delivery of Sustainability and Transformation Plans (STPs) and how the sector can meet the demands of the future.

NHS England tabletop exercise

23rd Apr 2018 10:00 | Public Health England

As a Category 1 responder; the NHS has a legal obligation to train and prepare for the response to a mass casualty incident. The aim of this one day tabletop exercise is rehearse NHS England Lancashire & South Cumbria’s response to a mass casualty incident involving large numbers of casualties with traumatic injuries. It will also provide the opportunity for key health partners to better understand each other’s response capabilities; capacities and priorities.

Setting up and running Virtual Clinics

23rd Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This CPD certified conference will focus on setting up and running virtual clinics in different specialities. Virtual clinics are increasingly being used in healthcare to reduce outpatient appointments / reduce DNA rates / save money and ensure the patients that do need to be seen face to face by a consultant have enough dedicated time.

Preventing Suicide in Young People & Children

23rd Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

By attending this one day conference chaired by Ann Rowland (Director of Bereavement Support and Education; Child Bereavement UK) you will hear from expert speakers on how your service can reduce preventable suicides and save young lives.

Working with bereaved teenagers

23rd Apr 2018 10:00 | Child Bereavement UK

Understand more about teenagers’ responses to grief to help you communicate with them and provide appropriate support.

The Value of Everything: making and taking in the global economy

23rd Apr 2018 18:30 | The London School of Economics and Political Science

In her new book; The Value of Everything; which she will discuss in this lecture; Mariana Mazzucato; argues that if we are to reform capitalism; we urgently need to rethink where wealth comes from. Which activities are creating it; which are extracting it; and which are destroying it? Answers to these questions are key if we want to replace the current parasitic system with a type of capitalism that is more sustainable; more symbiotic: that works for us all.

From Transitional To Transformative: justice for conflict-related violence against women

23rd Apr 2018 18:30 | The London School of Economics and Political Science

‘Conflict-related violence against women’ is often understood to mean sexual violence; specifically rape used as a weapon of war. But this is only one part of a broad continuum of gender violence which must be understood and addressed within and across conflict settings.

Business Valuation Workshop

24th Apr 2018 08:30 | Jamaica Stock Exchange

This face-to-face workshop is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive knowledge of business valuation processes and procedures and to understand the importance of the valuation process relative to different businesses.

Deal or No Deal

24th Apr 2018 09:00 | Begbies Traynor

The impending changes later this year by HMRC specifically in relation to tax schemes which are to be unwound by the Government.

EdEx Qatar

24th Apr 2018 09:00 | KNect365

Innovative Solutions Improving Teaching And Learning In Qatar. Showcasing ideas; strategies and products tailored to public and private education across all ages in Qatar. Qatar’s education system is undergoing rapid transformation. With a firm mandate to improve teaching and learning outcomes across kindergarten; K-12; Higher and TVET education; institutions are actively searching for new ideas; strategies and solutions to take them on this journey.

The FGM Conference: Zero tolerance for female genital mutilation

24th Apr 2018 09:00 | Salford Professional Development

The second annual FGM Conference will bring together key influencers who will share their views on what can be done to protect women and girls in the UK from the dangerous practice of FGM. Join us to hear speakers discuss cultural attitudes and the impact of the practice; preventative measures introduced by the government; and what is being done to raise awareness.

Management of Lymphoedema with Kinesio Tape

24th Apr 2018 09:00 | Haddenham Healthcare

The Management of Lymphoedema with Kinesio taping Methods This 1 day course covers all aspects of treating the patient with lymphoedema using Kinesio taping methods.

EdEx Qatar

24th Apr 2018 09:00 | KNect365

Innovative Solutions Improving Teaching And Learning In Qatar. Showcasing ideas; strategies and products tailored to public and private education across all ages in Qatar. Qatar’s education system is undergoing rapid transformation. With a firm mandate to improve teaching and learning outcomes across kindergarten; K-12; Higher and TVET education; institutions are actively searching for new ideas; strategies and solutions to take them on this journey.

Bearings & Condition Monitoring

24th Apr 2018 09:30 | The British Gear Association (BGA)

This seminar on bearings and condition monitoring is based on two modules included in the BGA course on Wind Turbine Gearbox Technology and reference will be made to some of the problems and solutions encountered in this very demanding application for power transmissions. The course is suitable for engineers of any discipline and no previous detailed knowledge of bearings or CM is necessary. It is applicable to all those involved in monitoring rotating machinery; suppliers of bearings and other transmission components; service engineers; gearbox refurbishment specialists and specification and purchasing engineers.

Supporting Staff at Coroner's Court

24th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

A recent high-profile case has illustrated just how challenging it can be for those supporting staff after the death of a patient. This course is suitable for those who may have to support staff in the immediate aftermath of a patient death and at Coroner’s Court.

Mind and body: Practical management of older and frail patients

24th Apr 2018 12:45 | Omniamed Communications Limited

The management of older persons is challenging; often frail and harbouring multiple comorbidities; these patients have a wide range of physical and psychological needs. Although general practice is ideally placed to manage these patients; the practicalities of being a GP is often at odds with the time required to assess this complex population and adopt individualised management strategies. Through a series of practically-focussed talks and case studies; we will examine the complex interplay between body and mind; exploring relevant topics including frailty; insomnia; depression; pain and dementia. This unique angle aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and competence to take a holistic approach to managing older patients; supporting both pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods.

X-IMPACT Meetings 2018

24th Apr 2018 18:00 | Bayer Healthcare

The X-IMPACT series of meetings is aimed at clinicians within primary and secondary care who are confident in prescribing a non-vitamin K oral anticoagulant (NOAC) in the area of AF and VTE management; and wish to share best practice; real-world case examples and experience of practical management amongst peers.

The Struggle for the Arab World

24th Apr 2018 18:30 | The London School of Economics and Political Science

Fawaz Gerges tells us how the clash between pan-Arab nationalism and pan-Islamism has shaped the history of the region from the 1920s to the present.

Does the UK Need Its Own Infrastructure Bank?

24th Apr 2018 19:00 | The London School of Economics and Political Science

This panel discussion will explore whether the UK should establish a new bank to support infrastructure investment.

BIM Implementation - Putting People First

25th Apr 2018 09:00 | ICE Training

A useful one day training course that illustrates the changes in behaviour and culture required for the successful roll-out of BIM across project or organmisation; and what personal and developmental skills individuals need to implement BIM level 2 culture. Successfully complete this and the BIM for Infrastructure training to earn the ICE Certificate for BIM.

The Academies Show London - 25th April 2018

25th Apr 2018 09:00 | GovNet Communications

The Academies Show is one of the most established education shows in the country. A one day event attracting school leaders from maintained schools; academies; colleges and universities. The show covers the biggest issues facing the education sector including Finance; Funding; Governance; Recruitment; MATs; Technology; Estates; SEND; wellbeing and more providing practical solutions and best practice case studies to benchmark and measure your schools’ performance. In addition to the central exhibition; it comprises one main conference stage; 4 seminar rooms and 5 open theatres. All are free to attend to visitors for an intensive day of learning.

BIM Implementation - Putting People First

25th Apr 2018 09:00 | ICE Training

A useful one day training course that illustrates the changes in behaviour and culture required for the successful roll-out of BIM across project or organmisation; and what personal and developmental skills individuals need to implement BIM level 2 culture. Successfully complete this and the BIM for Infrastructure training to earn the ICE Certificate for BIM.

Understanding your enemies – a study day on fleas and ticks

25th Apr 2018 09:15 | MA Exhibitions

Two identical study days with 4 different talks on parasitology.

Understanding Passive Fire Protection

25th Apr 2018 09:15 | Association Group Management - AGM

The events are aimed at improving awareness of passive fire protection. Understanding Passive Fire Protection; offers presentations on all aspects of passive fire protection; including the role of fire doors; frames and fire seals; door hardware maintenance and replacement; fire-resistant glazing; fire ducts and dampers; structural fire protection; compartment wall penetrations and firestopping. It also offers an insight into fire risk assessment and what to look for in relation to passive fire protection.

School Mental Health Leader Certificate

25th Apr 2018 09:30 | Forum Business Media

The mental well-being of our students is of growing concern. The School Mental Health Leader Certificate is designed to provide a strategic overview of supporting mental well-being in your school as well as providing the latest research and most successful interventions to use day-to-day.

Root Cause Analysis: 2 Day Intensive Training Course

25th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

Facilitated by Kate Hill (Solicitor – InPractice) this interactive and practical course will provide a structured approach to incident investigation from an initial understanding of the legal and factual context through to information collection/analysis/the report and writing a final action plan.

Initial Approved Clinician Course

26th Apr 2018 09:00 | North East London NHS Foundation Trust

Initial Approved Clinician Course for doctors applying to become an Approved Clinician or existing ACs requiring a 5 year refresher course

Practical Assessment for Home Adaptations

26th Apr 2018 09:00 | Disabled Living Foundation

This 45 minute presentation will look at simple ways to assess and measure for minor adaptations in line with the Trusted Assessor framework. It will also look at the development of Trusted Assessor and where the role will fit in the future.

Print Production Workshop

26th Apr 2018 09:30 | The Industry School

This one-day workshop is for delegates looking to add print management to their skill set. Attendees learn how the process for printed media differs to online media; print techniques and when to apply them plus best practice for briefing design; artwork and printers. We then apply this knowledge in practical exercises across a range of print media. This workshop is perfect for project managers or account handlers looking to deliver integrated campaigns.

Real Estate Analyst

26th Apr 2018 10:00 | Bayfield Training Ltd

This two-day course provides training on financial modelling for commercial property investments using Excel. This course teaches how to build from first principles. Create robust rent functions and fully flexible scenarios that instantly improve your competitive edge in the real estate market. It includes a further two month’s support after completion.

Euroscepticism and the Future of European Integration

26th Apr 2018 18:30 | The London School of Economics and Political Science

The European Union is facing turbulent times. It is plagued by deep divisions over the future of European integration. This panel brings together experts who will discuss how Brexit and the rise of Euroscepticism on the continent may shape the contours of the European project in the coming years.

Stonewall London Workplace Conference

27th Apr 2018 09:00 | Stonewall

Europe’s largest event on LGBT workplace inclusion equips organisations to ensure that they create fully inclusive environments for all their LGBT staff.

3RD World Congress European Society of Aesthetic Gynecology

27th Apr 2018 09:15 | Eurolink Tours

The congress will be focused on the Reconstructive; Regenerative and Aesthetic procedures related to female intimate area.

When a child dies - supporting parents and families

27th Apr 2018 10:00 | Child Bereavement UK

Explore the impact of the death of a child on a family and build your confidence and skills when communicating with and supporting grieving families.

Caldicott Guardian Training Course

27th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

Facilitated by Christopher Fincken (Independent Member UK Caldicott Guardian Council / Chairman 2012-2017) this one day training course about Caldicott Guardian Principles has been developed to provide both practical and appropriate training for experienced Caldicott Guardians aswell as their deputies and others involved in delivering the Caldicott Guardian Function in a wide range of Organisations.

Adult Safeguarding Summit 2018: Improving Adult Safeguarding Practice Decision Making/User Involvement & Outcomes

27th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

We are pleased to announce National Safeguarding Adults Summit which this year will focus on improving adult safeguarding practice: decision making / user involvement and outcomes. The conference aims to bring together adult safeguarding leads to understand current issues and the national context and to debate and discuss key issues and areas you are facing in practice in moving forward with ‘making safeguarding personal’.

Depression in adults: treatment and management

27th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This conference will focus on the implementation of the New National NICE Guideline for Depression in adults: treatment and management which is currently in draft form and due to be published early in 2018 followed by a new Quality Standard later in the year. Throughout the day this event will systematically focus on the prominent areas highlighted in the current Guidelines Draft by looking at current research / best practice /pharmacological vs psychological interventions and the importance of patient involvement.

When a child dies - supporting parents and families

27th Apr 2018 10:00 | Child Bereavement UK

Explore the impact of the death of a child on a family and build your confidence and skills when communicating with and supporting grieving families.

Changing Face Of Hernias International Hernia Symposium

27th Apr 2018 13:00 | CR Bard

An interactive symposium primarily focusing on debates; live case transmissions and discussions around presentations from leading experts on techniques and trends facing surgeons today. In hernia surgery many different approaches; techniques; meshes and fixation techniques are available and the conference will provide peer review of best practice. Phasix® Technology is the focus product in our Symposium.

Changing Face Of Hernias International Hernia Symposium

27th Apr 2018 13:00 | CR Bard

An interactive symposium primarily focusing on debates; live case transmissions and discussions around presentations from leading experts on techniques and trends facing surgeons today. In hernia surgery many different approaches; techniques; meshes and fixation techniques are available and the conference will provide peer review of best practice. Phasix® Technology is the focus product in our Symposium.

3RD World Congress European Society of Aesthetic Gynecology

28th Apr 2018 08:30 | Eurolink Tours

The congress will be focused on the Reconstructive; Regenerative and Aesthetic procedures related to female intimate area.

EMS Electro Medical Systems S.A

28th Apr 2018 09:00 | E.M.S. Electro Medical Systems SA

Training on Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in theory and practice.

SDCA - Swiss DolorClast Academy - training course

28th Apr 2018 09:00 | E.M.S. Electro Medical Systems SA

Training on Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in theory and practice.

All Irish Primary Care Diabetes Society: Trains and boats and planes: Moving forward in the management of diabetes

28th Apr 2018 09:30 | Omniamed Communications Limited

The mix of lectures from leading healthcare professionals and interactive practical workshops will enable you – whatever your role in the primary care diabetes team – to come away having consolidated and built on your knowledge. You will also be able to work through CPD templates during the day that you can take away to add to your personal development portfolio (supplemented by online materials available after the event); all aimed at helping you put what you learn into practice.

3RD World Congress European Society of Aesthetic Gynecology

29th Apr 2018 09:00 | Eurolink Tours

The congress will be focused on the Reconstructive; Regenerative and Aesthetic procedures related to female intimate area.

Strategy Execution & Innovation Forum

30th Apr 2018 08:15 | KNect365

Strategy Execution & Innovation Forum is designed to equip public semi-government and private entities in the region with the tools and techniques to effectively build innovation programmes that drive their corporate strategy objectives. Powering Innovation through Corporate Strategy for Breakthrough Performance.

Strategy Execution & Innovation Forum

30th Apr 2018 08:15 | KNect365

Strategy Execution & Innovation Forum is designed to equip public semi-government and private entities in the region with the tools and techniques to effectively build innovation programmes that drive their corporate strategy objectives. Powering Innovation through Corporate Strategy for Breakthrough Performance.

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Conference 2018

30th Apr 2018 09:00 | Salford Professional Development

Join us for the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Conference 2018 where expert speakers will discuss the major challenges facing the sector. Anticipate how the government’s policy proposals will impact on day-to-day services; understand how the NHS can work more closely with schools and learn from examples of best practice.

Medical Engineering

30th Apr 2018 09:30 | KNect365

An engaging and educational conference with a key focus to challenge engineers within the clinical field; for the transformation of healthcare technology systems; to enable better; more efficient care.

Consultant Job Planning

30th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

The conference aims to bring together those leading and improving the effectiveness of Job planning to understand current issues and the national context and to debate and discuss key issues and areas they are facing in practice.

Quality Summit 2018 Meeting and Measuring Progress against the CQC Quality Ratings

30th Apr 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

Chaired by Professor Simon Mackenzie Senior Medical Adviser NHS Improvement – this National Quality Summit focuses on meeting and measuring progress against the CQC Quality Ratings. The conference aims to bring together clinicians and managers leading on quality improvement to understand current issues and the national context and to debate and discuss key issues and areas they are facing in practice in meeting the CQC Quality Ratings.

Shakespeare

30th Apr 2018 18:30 | The London School of Economics and Political Science

For Victor Hugo; ‘all forms of the multiple reality; actions and ideas; man and humanity’ can be found in Shakespeare. Perhaps this is the reason why; over 400 years after his death; we continue to study; perform; and re-read his plays in search of truths about ourselves and the world. Should we think of Shakespeare as a philosopher? Can reading him philosophically add to our understanding of his work; or is it simply another way of trying to contain this ‘myriad-minded’ (Coleridge) thinker?