The ACP Training Programme aims to support primary care employers in South Yorkshire to grow the advanced practice workforce of the future. It is aimed at practices, PCNs or Federations that have identified the need for an ACP role within their organisation and wish to either recruit to post or upskill an eligible existing member of staff.
The original deadline for applications (29/03/24) is currently being extended until the NE&Y Faculty reach the maximum number for the region. Please submit applications for 24/25 at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
The application process for primary care organisations within North- East & Yorkshire to apply for NHSE support to train Advanced Practitioners is now open.
Please watch the video guide and click the link below to apply.
Key points to note:
Advanced Practice is multi-professional and open to range of experienced, registered healthcare professionals from a variety of roles.
Examples include:
ACP training will differ according to the level of previous experience and/or qualifications that the individual brings to the role of a trainee ACP. As a result of this, three different routes are available:
(1) MSc ACP Apprenticeship (Preferred Route)
Course length: 3 years
Course funded by: employer levy if applicable. For non-levy paying organisations, 95% government co-investment & 5% employer contribution (met by NHSE)
Good to know: trainees must have certificate evidence of GCSE passes in Maths & English at Grade C or above & must work at least 30 hours per week in accordance with apprenticeship rules. Training grant of £10,200 per year, per trainee paid to the employing organisation for the duration of study.
(2) MSc ACP Traditional (Fees Funded Route)
Course length: 3 years
Course funded by: 100% NHSE
Good to know: available by exception for trainees who are not eligible for apprenticeship route. Training grant of £10,200 per year, per trainee paid to the employing organisation for the duration of study.
(3) MSc ACP Top-Up (Modular Route)
Course length: varies from 1-2 years
Course funded by: 100% NHSE
Good to know: available for trainees who have already completed significant Level 7 study & require only ‘top up’ modules to complete an ACP qualification. Training grant not available for less than 1.5 years study.
The ACP Training Grant for 2024-25 is £10,200 per year, per trainee up to a maximum of 3 years. This is approximately £850 per month and is paid quarterly, in arrears.
The employer is required to provide:
1 day per week (minimum) for the trainee ACP to work alongside their clinical supervisor
The 2024-25 ACP Commissioning Round is now open.
A link to the application portal can be found below.
If you would like to discuss a potential application or need any support with completing the application form then please contact us.
MSc Advanced Clinical Practice – Sheffield Hallam University
MMedSci Advanced Clinical Practice (General Practice) – The University of Sheffield
South Yorkshire ICB Advanced Clinical Practice Professional Lead – Sarah Fisher
South Yorkshire ACP Training Programme Director – Anna Young
NE & Yorkshire Regional Faculty for Advancing Practice – NEY Faculty for ACP
South Yorkshire Apprenticeships Lead – Pam Case
