Taking a major step towards addressing the workforce issues confronting the healthcare industry, Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) has joined forces with NHS Trusts to open a new Health Training Academy. The new academy will offer top-quality training programs to future and existing healthcare professionals, developing skills and progressing careers.
A Joint Initiative to Enhance Healthcare Education
Health Training Academy is a joint venture between CCCU and local NHS Trusts whose aim is to provide top-quality education and practical training. Through the integration of academic skills with actual clinical experience, the academy hopes to equip students for the challenges of modern healthcare settings.
Variety of Programs and Practical Experience
The academy provides a variety of programs, ranging from apprenticeships and degree courses in nursing, occupational therapy, and healthcare management. Learners are exposed to learning by doing through working practically within simulation suites that are at the forefront of technology, where clinical skills can be practised in mock-up environments. The facilities are also specifically tailored to replicate real healthcare environments so that learners are guaranteed to be confident and competent to perform their jobs.
Meeting Workforce Needs and Requirements for Improved Patient Care
By educating a new generation of health professionals, the Health Training Academy will help tackle staffing shortages and enhance patient care in the area. Collaboration with CCCU and NHS Trusts ensures the curriculum remains current with the needs of contemporary healthcare, allowing doctors to make an immediate contribution to the workforce in the future.
Planning Ahead
The opening of the Health Training Academy is a revolutionary step in medical training, capitalising on the need for alignment among healthcare professionals and institutions. As the academy expands, it is likely to play a key role in determining the future of healthcare delivery so that professionals can better address the changing needs of patients and society.
For further information regarding the Health Training Academy and its courses, see the official Canterbury Christ Church University website.