Upcoming Cohorts
- February 2025 – Already underway, for New-to-Practice Nurses and NAs on the VTS Scheme
- September 2025 – Open for General Practice Nurses and Nursing Associates – Bookings for funded places are being prioritised for those already on the waiting list, to join the waiting list please contact hnyicb.traininghub@nhs.net
Funded places will be allocated on a fair share basis across the region, and first-come-first-served from the waiting list within this.
If you would like to join our waiting list or have any queries please get in touch on hnyicb.traininghub@nhs.net
How do I apply?
- We’ll contact those at the top of the waiting list with the application form for the next cohort, based on number of funded places available
- If you would like to join the waiting list please email hnyicb.traininghub@nhs.net
- Places will be allocated on a fair share basis across the region with equal access for each locality, and first-come-first-served within this
- Places are fully funded by NHS England for Practice Nurses/NAs employed within Humber and North Yorkshire
- If you’re outside of this eligibility and would like to enquire about self-funding a place, please get in touch on hnyicb.traininghub@nhs.net
How long does the training take and what does it entail?
Initial training takes place over 2 days, a theory session, followed by a practical session.
Following initial training you will have 9 months to complete the practical training within your practice. You will be allocated an assessor who will visit to complete an initial assessment, then a final assessment following the required number of adequate samples. You will also need to identify an in-house mentor for support.
Full details of the programme can be found here.
I’m interested in becoming a Cervical Screening Assessor, how do I get involved?
If you are interested in being a Cervical Screening Assessor please contact us on hnyicb.traininghub@nhs.net
A form for entry to the H&NY Cervical Screening Assessor Register can be found here.
How can I find out more?
Email – hnyicb.traininghub@nhs.net
Phone – 01482 303986
