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Stroke Training NHS Lothian and NHS Borders

How stroke training developed in Lothian and Borders

In 2000, Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (CHSS) in partnership with NHS Lothian identified the need for specialised training for nurses and other health professionals working with stroke patients and their families.

With the appointment of a Stroke Training Coordinator, NHS Lothian has successfully been providing education and training courses and study days throughout the region. The partnership was extended to incorporate NHS Borders in 2006.

All courses are open to health professionals and social service staff employed by NHS Lothian or NHS Borders who care for people who have had a stroke.

The courses have been designed as:

• Current Care in Stroke Part 1
• Current Care in Stroke Part 2
• Single Stroke Study Days

For current courses and dates see Related Documents.

• Current Care in Stroke Part 1 is delivered over 2 consecutive days with a follow–up day 1 month later.
  Current Care in Stroke Part 2 is delivered over 2 consecutive days.
  Both courses can facilitate a maximum of 20 participants.
• The Single Stroke Study Days focus on specific relevant topics.
• Further courses are available for Social Services and Community Care Staff.

Each course and study day stands alone, the content having been carefully chosen to address the knowledge and skills required at that particular level.

On completion a personal action plan is drawn up to identify further specific learning needs, which are discussed with the line manager.

The courses and study days aim to be:

• Relevant to the workplace
• Reflective of practice
• Empowering and enabling
• Challenging, but supportive and non judgmental
• Confidence building

Specifically designed study days can be set up in order to address the learning needs of particular staff groups.

Team of trainers

The Stroke training coordinator with a team of trainers, all with specific interest and experience in stroke, deliver the different aspects of the courses.

How do I apply for the courses?

Go to our booking form and details page for the stroke course to suit you or contact:

Gillian Currie
Stroke Training Coordinator for Lothian and Borders
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland
65 North Castle Street,
EDINBURGH EH2 3LT
Tel 0131 225 6963 Fax 0131 220 6313
Email: gillian.currie@chss.org.uk

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