Becoming a Clinical Scientist
Professor Dee Ripley welcomes the STP 2026 cohort to the programme. Professor Ripley talks about healthcare science, and the impact and importance of Clinical Scientists in the NHS.
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Experiences beyond the STP
A panel of STP alumni took questions and offered advice to the new trainees.
Structure and overview of the STP
Namir Al Hasso introduces the Scientist Training Programme to the 2026 cohort of new trainees.
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Myth busters and advice
A panel of current STP trainees answer questions from the new 2026 STP cohort.
Managing your workload, your mental health and wellbeing
Jo Horne talks about how to access support for trainees, the types of support available, wellbeing techniques and knowing when to seek support.
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Your training, your responsibilities
Sally Clee talks about trainee responsibilities while on the programme. This includes the NSHCS Training Standards, training planning, reflective guidance and rotations.
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The role of the trainee networks during the STP
Evie Argent and Aaliya Sheikh from the Yorkshire and Humber Healthcare Scientist Trainee Network, talk about trainee networks and the benefits of joining a network.
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Your next steps as an STP trainee
Sally Clee talks about sources of information for trainees, such as the school website, the NHS Learning Hub and induction webinars.
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