Faculty of Health & SocietyExamination of the Newborn (NIPE) CPD Update DayDescriptionContinuing Professional Development Day for Healthcare Practitioners qualified in Examination of the Newborn (NIPE). Date: Wednesday 14th May 2025 Time: 8:30 to 17:00 Venue: Waterside Campus, University of Northampton. Cost: £150.00. Parking: Pre booking required. Payable on the day. For all queries, contact Jo Shaul: cpd@northampton.ac.uk This one day CPD activity is suitable for healthcare practitioners currently qualified and skilled in the initial Examination of the Newborn (NIPE). This workshop integrates a review and update of theoretical knowledge and practical application of the skills in examining the newborn baby being screened within 72 hours of birth for risk factors and abnormalities of the heart, eyes, hips and testes. Practitioners will be supported to further develop their skill set in performing a holistic assessment of early neonatal health. Attendance and engagement with the day will contribute 7.5hrs of participatory learning relevant to their scope of practice and reflecting principles of good practice in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code. Core components of the CPD day include: · Overview of systematic physical examination of the newborn · Professional responsibilities (PHE standards / inclusion criteria / documentation) · Cardiovascular examination · Eye examination · Skeletal examination · Examination of the testes · Holistic examination workshop International Network for the Study of Spirituality (INSS) - Conference 2025 17-19th June 2025DescriptionThe Eighth Biennial International Conference of the INSS. Spirituality, Consciousness, Technology and Wellbeing: Implications for Research, Education & Practice. Will be held in conjunction with the University of Northampton, UK The focus of the conference is on the concepts and practices of Spirituality, the extent to which they are - or may become - intertwined with developments and new understandings in the fields of Consciousness, Technology and/or Wellbeing, and what the implications may be for research, education and/or practice. Over the past few decades, spirituality has emerged as a distinct and separate field of study in its own right, rather than being seen simply as an aspect of religion. Conventional views of consciousness have been similarly challenged and a new field of consciousness studies is developing. It is based on the so-called post-materialist paradigm which assumes that consciousness is fundamental in the universe (in other words that consciousness cannot be derived from matter and reduced to anything more basic). This calls into question a number of traditional approaches to scientific research, especially research into the nature of human experience. Some of the approaches and methodologies now being used to explore both spirituality and consciousness are broadly similar, and questions have arisen about the relationship between the two fields. Alongside these developments, advances in technology and in the use of ‘artificial intelligence’ have affected many aspects of our lives, including the use of social media, methods of teaching and learning, working practices, and healthcare. While some advances have been welcomed, others have given cause for concern, especially in relation to their impact on social relationships and what constitutes ‘truth’. This conference will provide a space in which to consider all of these issues and developments and how they relate to one another; the methodologies and methods best suited to their study; and the role that spirituality and spirituality studies might play in shaping our collective future through research, education and practice. Confirmed Keynote Speakers Anthony Schwartz Laura Beres Peter Merry Linda Ross Rupert Sheldrake David Lorimer Participant Fees INSS Members Early-bird rate* £250 Non-Members Early-bird rate* £280 INSS members Standard rate £270 Members day rate £130 Non-members Standard rate £300 Non-members day rate £130 Concessionary rate £190 (students/others with a low income) Gala Conference Dinner** £45 Fees include registration, lunch and refreshments throughout the conference, an evening meal on Day 1, lunch and an evening Drinks Reception on Day 2. *The Early-bird rate will close at 17:00 UK time on 3 March 2025 **The Gala Conference Dinner on Day 2 will be followed by an evening of musical entertainment from an acclaimed jazz band which will be open to all conference participants. Refunds: To become a member of INSS the fee is £65 full member and £25 concessionary member. please follow this link to become a member: https://spiritualitystudiesnetwork.org/join-inss-application-form URL Links: International Network for the Study of Spirituality - Home (spiritualitystudiesnetwork.org) Pre-registration adult nursing - offer holders to meet some of the nursing team @ UONDescriptionThis is an opportunity for offer holders to meet some of the nursing team and students and of course one another and ask any questions you might have about your next steps. Dates 10th April 2025 – 18:00hrs – 19:00hrs 16th April 2025 – 18:00hrs – 19:00hrs 1st May 2025 – 18:00hrs – 19:00hrs 8th May – 18:00hrs – 19:00hrs A link will be sent prior to date chosen to join the online meeting The Simulation Toolkit: Two-Day ProgrammeDescriptionThe Simulation Toolkit: Two-Day Programme is designed to develop your skills and understanding of simulation-based learning (SBL). The workshop includes lunch and refreshments. Select to book one or both days from the available dates below. Book one month in advance of the course start date to take advantage of our 20% early bird offer (discount included in the prices below). For booking enquiries, contact Jo Shaul: cpd@northampton.ac.uk For course enquiries, contact Kate Ewing: |
