Training support

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What support is available for trainees?

Information and guidance about main sources of support available for trainees while on their training programme.

• Your main sources of support during training

  Knowing where to turn for help can sometimes feel overwhelming. This page outlines the recommended support pathways and the organisations and teams available to provide advice, guidance and assistance whenever you need it.

• How the school supports you during your training

  We are here to support trainees and Training Officers at every stage of the training journey, providing the guidance and resources needed for successful completion.

• Accessing support or escalating concerns and issues

  Learn more about the routes and steps to take to access support and escalate any concerns you have about issues affecting your training.

• Who will support me at my workplace?

  You will work with a variety of people during your training who will have specific roles and responsibilities to facilitate your learning and enable you to complete your training successfully.

• Getting support at your university

  All trainees are enrolled as students for the academic award associated with the programme they are on, and can access the support services provided by the university.

• Where else can I go for help and advice?

  Alternate sources of support that you can access during your training.

• Training support FAQs for STP trainees

  Here are the answers to some finance and personal circumstances questions relevant to STP trainees.

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Take good care of your health and wellbeing

Valuable tips and advice to help you take care of yourself and others.

• Healthcare science self-care handbook

  This handbook highlights a range of self-care ideas to help you throughout your training.

• What should I do if I’m feeling stressed or unwell?

  Managing your own health and well being effectively is a hugely important aspect of completing your training successfully and something that you should be mindful of throughout the programme.

• Online resources to help with anxiety and mental health issues

  From apps to help you in daily life, to recognising signs that people need help and raising awareness on mental health issues.

• Wellbeing support for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic NHS staff

  Bespoke mental health and wellbeing services for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic staff working in the NHS.

• Tips and advice from STP and HSST trainees and graduates

  The trainees who are ahead of you on the programme and recent graduates, are a great source of advice about how to make a success of your training programme. Whenever you can, seek them out for advice.

• Blogs by trainees, for trainees

  Read on for blogs written by trainee healthcare scientists, who wish to share their experiences, pass on tips and advice and help to promote healthcare science.

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Guidance and resources for trainees and Training Officers

Information and resources for trainees and Training Officers.

• Using the Exceptional Extenuating Circumstances policy to apply for an extension of time or change to training

  Trainees can apply for an extension of time or change to training via the EEC policy when circumstances affect their ability to continue training.

• Statutory leave guidance for trainees and trainers

  Information for trainees who wish to take time away from training due to maternity, paternity, parental or adoption leave.