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Physician Associates

Training course for newly qualified Physician Associates

Join our newly established programme designed to support newly qualified Physician Associates in their transition into professional practice in primary and secondary healthcare settings.

Course length 6 sessions over 6 months part-time
Start date January 2024
Location University of York
Physician Associate Students at Castle Hill Hospital

Introduction

About the programme

The Hull York Medical School Health Professions Education Unit is pleased to launch a programme for newly qualified Physician Associates in the Yorkshire and Humber region, aimed to support your transition into the first six to 24 months of practice.

Delivered in collaboration with the Humber and North Yorkshire Faculty of Advanced Practice and funded by the Health Education England, this free programme offers a supportive learning environment for Physician Associates practicing in primary and secondary care.

This programme is delivered by experts from our Health Professions Education Unit and facilitated by a Physician Associate Ambassador from the Humber and North Yorkshire Healthcare Partnership Faculty of Advanced Practice, and will support you to navigate the challenges and opportunities in your early practice.

Course dates

All sessions run from 10am to 2.30pm at the University of York.

  • Wednesday 31 January 2024
  • Wednesday 28 February 2024
  • Wednesday 20 March 2024
  • Wednesday 24 April 2024
  • Wednesday 29 May 2024
  • Wednesday 26 June 2024

CONTACT US

HPEU@hyms.ac.uk
Dr Paul Crampton

Dr Paul Crampton,
Programme Director

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Session topics

This programme seeks to establish a network of Physician Associates in the Yorkshire and Humber region, facilitating collaboration, sharing best practices, and fostering professional connections.

It will cover topics for ongoing professional development, including:

  • Needs analysis
  • Introduction to educational principles and developmental opportunities
  • Developing understanding of mental health support and wellbeing strategies
  • Reflective practice
  • Dealing with difficult situations
  • Feedback principles
  • Sustaining physician associate careers / where next

Entry

Entry requirements

This programme is open to Physician Associates in the Yorkshire and Humber region who are within six to 24 months of practice.

Fees

Tuition fees

The programme is fully funded by Health Education England and therefore free to attendees.

Applying

How to apply

Applications for this programme are now closed.