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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Paediatric ECMO
DESCRIPTION:During this two-day\, scenario-based course our experts in Paediatric ECMO will take delegates through the referral route for paediatric ECMO and explore the ethical and practical aspects involved.   \nWe will explore the history of ECMO and ELSO with an overview of ECMO circuit components and function and then our experts will cover situations commonly encountered in clinical practice. You will hear about: \n\nRoles and responsibilities of multi-disciplinary ECMO teams\nIndications and contraindications for paediatric ECMO referral\nWhat happens during ECMO: basic monitoring and support\nCommon complications and the impact of ECMO on other organ systems\nEthical issues around ECMO initiation and continuation\n\nDelivery \nWe are offering this course in two delivery modes – in person at the Freeman Hospital’s Education Centre where you can meet the team and experience hands on simulation and demos. Or join us online where you will be able to observe all activities and participate. \nSimulation activities\nOn day one we will run a simulation exercise focusing on the referral of a septic patient not on ECMO. On day two we will explore a VV ECMO case and a VA ECMO case. \nAudience\nThis interactive course is aimed at all healthcare professionals involved in paediatrics and neonates and would also be suitable for those working in emergency\, urgent and critical care environments. As well as doctors we very much welcome bookings from advanced nurse practitioners and AHPs. \nDates and times\nDay 1: Thursday 4 June 2026 – 8:30am to 5:00pm (registration from 8:10am) \nDay 2: Friday 5 June 2026 – 8:30am to 4:30pm \nLocation\nEducation Centre\nFreeman Hospital\nNewcastle upon Tyne\nNE7 7DN \nBooking\nTo book a place on this course go to Tickets at the bottom of the page.  This course is free to those who meet the audience criteria\, but you will need to book to attend the course. \n 
URL:https://skillsacademy.newcastle-hospitals.nhs.uk/course/fundamentals-of-paediatric-ecmo/
LOCATION:Freeman Hospital (FH)\, Freeman Road\, High Heaton\,\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, Tyne and Wear\, NE7 7DN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Paediatric ECMO
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SUMMARY:Management and Care of Paediatric Tracheostomies - October 2026
DESCRIPTION:As the number of paediatric tracheostomies rises\, so does the need for close observation by clinicians who have completed competency skills in tracheostomy management and care.  \n✨ This interactive one day course allows delegates to gain an awareness of the anatomy and physiology of the paediatric airway as well as tracheostomy management\, from insertion to de-cannulation. \n✨ It includes 3 skill station group activities followed by 5 simulation scenarios to enable assessment of knowledge and skills towards being ‘Tracheostomy Safe’. \n✨ When delegates have subsequently completed their Tracheostomy Competencies they will then be deemed ‘Tracheostomy Competent’ and receive a certificate. \nLearning outcomes\n\nSuction\, cleaning and changing of a tracheostomy\nUse of a tracheostomy wedge and suction of patient\nPatient tracheostomy change using Marpac and Velcro ties\nUnplanned tracheostomy change\nEmergency tracheostomy change\n\nWe will also look at how the multi-disciplinary team provide care for patients with tracheostomies. \nPre-course materials\nA pre-course workbook on Paediatric Tracheostomy Management will be sent out to delegates to be completed before commencement of the course as an initial assessment. \nFollowing attendance staff will be considered ‘Tracheostomy Safe’. When they have subsequently completed their Tracheostomy Competencies they will then be deemed ‘Tracheostomy Competent’ and receive a certificate. \nAudience\nThis course is appropriate for paediatric staff who will be providing care to babies\, infants\, children and young people working in: \n\npaediatrics\nneonatology\nemergency and urgent care\ncritical care\n\nAs well as doctors we very much welcome bookings from advanced nurse practitioners and allied health professionals. \nBooking\nTo book a place on this course go to Tickets at the bottom of the page.  Please note that this course has a pre-course assignment therefore tickets are available up to 4 weeks before the start of the course. \nAt checkout you can make an online card payment or enter a coupon code to make alternative payment arrangements. \nAlternative payment arrangements include: \n\nrequesting an invoice (INVOICE)\n\nPlease see the Making payments & Coupons sections of the Help and FAQs. \nCancellation and refunds policy\nShould you no longer be able to attend the event on the booked date\, please contact the Academy as we may be able to offer an alternative date subject to an admin charge. \nShould you still wish to cancel your booking\, you or your employer will be charged as per the fees outlined below.  Please contact nuth.newcastlehospitalsskillsacademy@nhs.net to cancel your place. \n\n\n\nTimescale\nFee paying course\n\n\nOver 6 weeks\n£25 admin charge\n\n\n2 to 6 weeks\n50% of course fee\n\n\n0 to 2 weeks\n100% of course fee\n\n\n\nIf you do not attend on the day\, you will be charged the full cost of the event place. Please note that we are unable to make substitute bookings less than a week before the start of the course as a pre-course workbook on Paediatric Tracheostomy Management must be completed by all delegates and reviewed by the course leads prior to commencement of the course. \nSee our Terms & Conditions and Cancellations & Refunds pages for more details.
URL:https://skillsacademy.newcastle-hospitals.nhs.uk/course/management-and-care-of-paediatric-tracheostomies-october-2026/
LOCATION:Education Centre – Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)\, Queen Victoria Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, Tyne and Wear\, NE1 4LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Management and Care of Paediatric Tracheostomy
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SUMMARY:Paediatric Palliative Care Study Day for Hospice Staff - December 2026
DESCRIPTION:This face to face course led by the regional Children’s Holistic Integrated Palliative Care Service (CHIPS) is designed to support staff working in hospices caring for children across the North East and North Cumbria. \nIntroduction\nPaediatric palliative care is about promoting the best possible quality of life and care for every child and young person with a life-limiting or life-threatening condition. \nThis specialist field has seen significant growth as the benefits of high quality palliative input is increasingly recognised such as allowing children\, young people and their families to have access to respite care and advocating their choices in terms of where they want to receive end of life care. \nThe Children’s Holistic Integrated Palliative Care Service (CHIPS) based at the Great North Children’s Hospital in Newcastle covers the entire North East and North Cumbria region. They provide expert support\, advice and guidance whilst engaging with those looking after children with life limiting and life threatening conditions. \nAs part of their role the team offer training and educational support to help build knowledge\, skills and confidence. This course covers a wide range of topics to enhance the provision of palliative and end of life care including: \n\nAdvance care planning\nsymptom recognition and management\ncare at end of life and after death.\n\nThe teaching will incorporate simulation scenario training as well as discussion. \nLearning outcomes\nOn completion of this course delegates will have: \n\na better understanding of the role of CHIPS\nrecognised the importance of Advance Care Planning and the documents utilised\nan increased confidence in recognising and managing the deteriorating child with a palliative diagnosis\ngreater familiarity with symptom management plans\nan increased awareness of medications used to manage symptoms at the end of life\ngreater awareness of the physical and practical elements of care after death\n\nFinally\, delegates will have had an opportunity through open and candid discussions to share their own thoughts\, fears and experiences in a safe environment. \nAudience and criteria\nThis course is appropriate for any clinical staff working in a Children & Young Adult’s Hospice including: \n\ndoctors\nnurse practitioners\nnurses\nsupport workers\nnursery nurses.\n\nDelivery\nWednesday 9th December 2026\, 8:30am – 4:30pm \nFace to face at the RVI’s Education Centre. \nFees\n£110 per delegate \nBooking\nTo book a place on this course go to Tickets at the bottom of the page. \nAt checkout you can make an online card payment or enter the coupon code INVOICE to request that your employer is invoiced. \nPlease see the Making payments & Coupons sections of the Help and FAQs. \nPayment\nPayments should where possible be made via the online booking system. \nIf you request an invoice at the point of booking\, invoice payment terms are strictly 30 days from the invoice date or 7 days before the start of the event\, or the date specified on the course booking page – whichever date is the earliest. \nCancellation and refunds policy\nShould you no longer be able to attend the event on the booked date\, please contact the Academy as we may be able to offer an alternative date subject to an admin charge. \nShould you still wish to cancel your booking\, you or your employer will be charged as per the fees outlined below. \n\n\n\nTimescale\nFee paying course\n\n\nOver 6 weeks\n£25 admin charge\n\n\n2 to 6 weeks\n50% of course fee\n\n\n0 to 2 weeks\n100% of course fee\n\n\n\nIf you do not attend on the day\, you will be charged the full cost of the event place. \nSee our Terms & Conditions and Cancellations & Refunds pages for more details.
URL:https://skillsacademy.newcastle-hospitals.nhs.uk/course/paediatric-palliative-care-study-day-for-hospice-staff-december-2026/
LOCATION:Education Centre – Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)\, Queen Victoria Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, Tyne and Wear\, NE1 4LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Paediatric Palliative Care Study Day for Hospice Staff
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