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16
Thu
Jan
2020

Informed Consent

Start Time:
09:30

The aim of this Workshop is to provide participants with a sound grounding in the standards required when receiving consent in clinical research. It provides an introductory overview upon which clinical competence can be developed to meet local Trust needs and requirements.

16
Thu
Jan
2020

Site File Management & Delegation of Duties

Start Time:
13:00

Using a mix of presentations and activities, delegates will learn about the purpose of a Site File; what are the Essential Documents; maintenance of the Site File and how to set up a Site File

29
Wed
Jan
2020

SoECAT Training

Start Time:
10:00

The training will provide an overview of the arrangements for the new process which will include the challenges and benefits of the new system. The training will discuss the requirements of the SoECAT, timescales, and the responsibility of the sponsor as well as the role of the AcoRD Specialist in authorising the SoECAT. The training will also discuss ETCs and go through some examples to illustrate the new process. It is expected that those attending will already have completed our cost attribution training or have some background knowledge of the DHSC AcoRD Guidance to support their learning. 

25
Tue
Feb
2020

Protocol Design

Start Time:
09:00

This course will provide attendees with the opportunity to review a protocol template, well designed in compliance with the SPIRIT guidelines. It will in addition provide explanation of the requirements to be included in the individual sections and the reasons for their inclusion. 

26
Wed
Feb
2020

PI Essentials

Start Time:
09:30

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the PI role and responsibilities throughout the lifecycle of a study. It also highlights the support and resources available to a PI

04
Wed
Mar
2020

IRAS and HRA for Sponsors/Research Teams

Start Time:
09:00

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the Research Management pathway for studies conducted in the NHS.  It begins with a basic introduction into the research landscape, roles and responsibilities, completion of IRAS forms, how to submit your study for consideration on NIHR Portfolio.   The session has an interactive activity looking at the steps involved in obtaining ready to recruit confirmation from each of the organisations involved in your study.

04
Wed
Mar
2020

Making IRAS work for your research amendments

Start Time:
11:30

The aims of the presentation is to ensure that researchers clearly understand the best way to get their amendments for portfolio research working for them i.e. notifying all participating sites  regarding the changes to their studies. 

04
Wed
Mar
2020

Cost Attribution Training (AcoRD)

Start Time:
13:30

This course goes back to basics on cost attribution. An introduction to the DH AcoRD Guidance will be provided and various scenarios will be explored to explain the differences between a research cost, treatment cost and support cost.

05
Thu
Mar
2020

Let's Talk Trials AM

Start Time:
09:30

This course helps explore key communication skills and principles for approaching and discussing participation in clinical research trials with patients. This approach can be utilised for other situations, including the breaking of bad news or having those difficult conversations with our patients

05
Thu
Mar
2020

Let's Talk Trials PM

Start Time:
13:00

This course helps explore key communication skills and principles for approaching and discussing participation in clinical research trials with patients. This approach can be utilised for other situations, including the breaking of bad news or having those difficult conversations with our patients

12
Thu
Mar
2020

Feasibility Workshop -Session 1: Feasibility

Start Time:
09:30

Please note there are now 2 sessions linked with the Feasibility Workshop. Session 1 focuses on Feasibility and Session 2 on Performance Management & Monitoring. You are not required to sign up to both sessions 

12
Thu
Mar
2020

Feasibility Workshop -Session 2: How to Performance Manage studies

Start Time:
13:30

Please note there are now 2 sessions linked with the Feasibility Workshop. Session 1 focuses on Feasibility and Session 2 on Performance Management & Monitoring. You are not required to sign up to both sessions 

24
Tue
Mar
2020

PI Oversight Masterclass

Start Time:
14:00

The PI Oversight Master Class is designed to support the ongoing development of experienced PIs and focuses on effective oversight of the studies participants are responsible for

31
Tue
Mar
2020

Performing Quality Control Checks to Ensure Accurate Data Collection

Start Time:
09:30

By the end of this workshop participants will be able to define the purpose and discuss the benefits of performing quality control checks on research data, implement strategies to ensure compliance with the appropriate regulations  and research protocol, put into practice techniques to ensure that the data and essential documents are accurate and employ checks to ensure patient safety

01
Wed
Apr
2020

Introduction to Clinical Research

Start Time:
09:00

The course will include a mixture of short presentations and activities, which will provide an overview rather than an in-depth understanding.

01
Wed
Apr
2020

Site File Management & Delegation of Duties

Start Time:
09:30

Using a mix of presentations and activities, delegates will learn about the purpose of a Site File; what are the Essential Documents; maintenance of the Site File and how to set up a Site File

01
Wed
Apr
2020

Informed Consent

Start Time:
13:00

The aim of this Workshop is to provide participants with a sound grounding in the standards required when receiving consent in clinical research. It provides an introductory overview upon which clinical competence can be developed to meet local Trust needs and requirements.

09
Tue
Jun
2020

Feasibility Workshop -Session 1: Feasibility

Start Time:
09:30

Please note there are now 2 sessions linked with the Feasibility Workshop. Session 1 focuses on Feasibility and Session 2 on Performance Management & Monitoring. You are not required to sign up to both sessions 

09
Tue
Jun
2020

Feasibility Workshop -Session 2: How to Performance Manage studies

Start Time:
13:30

Please note there are now 2 sessions linked with the Feasibility Workshop. Session 1 focuses on Feasibility and Session 2 on Performance Management & Monitoring. You are not required to sign up to both sessions 

18
Thu
Jun
2020

Let's Talk Trials AM

Start Time:
09:30

This course helps explore key communication skills and principles for approaching and discussing participation in clinical research trials with patients. This approach can be utilised for other situations, including the breaking of bad news or having those difficult conversations with our patients

18
Thu
Jun
2020

Let's Talk Trials PM

Start Time:
13:00

This course helps explore key communication skills and principles for approaching and discussing participation in clinical research trials with patients. This approach can be utilised for other situations, including the breaking of bad news or having those difficult conversations with our patients

07
Tue
Jul
2020

IRAS and HRA for Sponsors/Research Teams

Start Time:
09:00

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the Research Management pathway for studies conducted in the NHS.  It begins with a basic introduction into the research landscape, roles and responsibilities, completion of IRAS forms, how to submit your study for consideration on NIHR Portfolio.   The session has an interactive activity looking at the steps involved in obtaining ready to recruit confirmation from each of the organisations involved in your study.

07
Tue
Jul
2020

Making IRAS work for your research amendments

Start Time:
11:30

The aims of the presentation is to ensure that researchers clearly understand the best way to get their amendments for portfolio research working for them i.e. notifying all participating sites  regarding the changes to their studies. 

07
Tue
Jul
2020

Cost Attribution Training (AcoRD)

Start Time:
13:30

This course goes back to basics on cost attribution. An introduction to the DH AcoRD Guidance will be provided and various scenarios will be explored to explain the differences between a research cost, treatment cost and support cost.

23
Wed
Sep
2020

Feasibility Workshop -Session 1: Feasibility

Start Time:
09:30

Please note there are now 2 sessions linked with the Feasibility Workshop. Session 1 focuses on Feasibility and Session 2 on Performance Management & Monitoring. You are not required to sign up to both sessions 

23
Wed
Sep
2020

Feasibility Workshop -Session 2: How to Performance Manage studies

Start Time:
13:30

Please note there are now 2 sessions linked with the Feasibility Workshop. Session 1 focuses on Feasibility and Session 2 on Performance Management & Monitoring. You are not required to sign up to both sessions 

29
Tue
Sep
2020

Performing Quality Control Checks to Ensure Accurate Data Collection

Start Time:
09:30

By the end of this workshop participants will be able to define the purpose and discuss the benefits of performing quality control checks on research data, implement strategies to ensure compliance with the appropriate regulations  and research protocol, put into practice techniques to ensure that the data and essential documents are accurate and employ checks to ensure patient safety

21
Wed
Oct
2020

Introduction to Clinical Research

Start Time:
09:00

The course will include a mixture of short presentations and activities, which will provide an overview rather than an in-depth understanding.

10
Tue
Nov
2020

IRAS and HRA for Sponsors/Research Teams

Start Time:
09:00

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the Research Management pathway for studies conducted in the NHS.  It begins with a basic introduction into the research landscape, roles and responsibilities, completion of IRAS forms, how to submit your study for consideration on NIHR Portfolio.   The session has an interactive activity looking at the steps involved in obtaining ready to recruit confirmation from each of the organisations involved in your study.

10
Tue
Nov
2020

Making IRAS work for your research amendments

Start Time:
11:30

The aims of the presentation is to ensure that researchers clearly understand the best way to get their amendments for portfolio research working for them i.e. notifying all participating sites  regarding the changes to their studies. 

10
Tue
Nov
2020

Cost Attribution Training (AcoRD)

Start Time:
13:30

This course goes back to basics on cost attribution. An introduction to the DH AcoRD Guidance will be provided and various scenarios will be explored to explain the differences between a research cost, treatment cost and support cost.

24
Tue
Nov
2020

Site File Management & Delegation of Duties

Start Time:
09:00

Using a mix of presentations and activities, delegates will learn about the purpose of a Site File; what are the Essential Documents; maintenance of the Site File and how to set up a Site File

07
Mon
Dec
2020

Feasibility Workshop -Session 1: Feasibility

Start Time:
09:30

Please note there are now 2 sessions linked with the Feasibility Workshop. Session 1 focuses on Feasibility and Session 2 on Performance Management & Monitoring. You are not required to sign up to both sessions 

07
Mon
Dec
2020

Feasibility Workshop -Session 2: How to Performance Manage studies

Start Time:
13:30

Please note there are now 2 sessions linked with the Feasibility Workshop. Session 1 focuses on Feasibility and Session 2 on Performance Management & Monitoring. You are not required to sign up to both sessions 

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