Welcome to our Bitesize training programme!

We are holding a range of FREE virtual Bitesize sessions.

Bitesize sessions are 1-hour and consist of a 45-minute presentation on relevant primary care topics followed by a 15-minute Q&A session.

17/09/2025: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

This session is available for General Practice Nurses and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs).

Date: Wednesday 17th September 2025

Time: 12.30pm – 1.30pm

Session Includes:

  • The screening for CKD and how effective screening can improve patient outcomes.
  • The implications of receiving a CKD diagnosis.
  • How to talk to patients about CKD including free resources which are available.
  • An overview of the West Yorkshire guidelines for the management of CKD.

Session Facilitator: Heather Roberts, Yorkshire and Humber Kidney Network Lead Nurse.

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07/10/2025: Revalidation

This session is available for General Practice Nurses and Nursing Associates.

Date: Tuesday 7th October 2025

Time: 12.30pm – 1.30pm

Session Includes:

  • A clear overview of NMC revalidation.
  • Outlining key requirements such as;
    • Practice hours
    • CPD
    • Feedback
    • Reflective accounts
    • Confirmation
  • Gaining a concise understanding of the process to ensure you meet your professional obligations.
  • Keeping your registration on track and your portfolio revalidation ready.

Session Facilitator: Sarah Atkinson, West Yorkshire Primary Care Workforce & Training Hub Clinical Lead.

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12/11/2025: Contraception (pill checks, tools and resources)

This session is available for General Practice Nurses and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs).

Date: Wednesday 12th November 2025

Time: 12.30pm – 1.30pm

Session Includes:

  • A practical overview of contraception reviews.
  • Highlights of recent updates.
  • Best practice.
  • Essential tools and resources.
  • Quick, actionable insights to support effective, patient-centred contraceptive care.

Session Facilitator: Sarah Atkinson, West Yorkshire Primary Care Workforce & Training Hub Clinical Lead.

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21/01/2026: Motivational Interviewing

This session is available for General Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants & Allied Health Professionals.

Date: Wednesday 21st January 2026

Time: 12.30pm – 1.30pm

Session Includes:

  • Introduction to Motivational Interviewing.
  • A collaborative, empathetic approach that helps people find their own motivation for change.
  • Practical tools like OARS and real-life examples.
  • Gaining quick, actionable techniques to support behaviour change in everyday practice.

Session Facilitator: Sarah Atkinson, West Yorkshire Primary Care Workforce & Training Hub Clinical Lead.

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