Information for trainees
Resources to support you through the programme
The following resources are available to support you with progressing through the programme:
- Making connections and networking. Hear from current trainees and graduates of the HSST about their experiences and tips making connections and networking.
- Confessions of an imposter – Developing leadership skills in healthcare View presentation from Sian Wilkins, Paediatric Cardiac Scientist (CRM Lead) and Consultant Clinical Scientist trainee on the HSST programme.
- HSST research projects
Information for trainees and supervisors
New HSST research projects added to School repository
Following submissions made in response to the annual HSST Research Impact Survey, we have added the details of over 50 new HSST research projects to the School’s repository.
Search the HSST research projects repository
Introduction to the OneFile e-portfolio
We recently held a webinar introducing HSST trainees and supervisors to the OneFile e-portfolio. A recording of the webinar can be found on the school website.
View a recording of the HSST OneFile webinar
Curriculum reviewers needed for a periodic review of the Genomic Sciences and Clinical Engineering STP
This academic year, the Genomic Sciences and Clinical Engineering STP will undergo a periodic review to consider the changes required in the curriculum content. If you are involved in the delivery of the programme you can join a Curriculum Review Group as a Curriculum Reviewer. Your role will be to contribute scientific expertise to the development and maintenance of the curriculum.
Express your interest in getting involved for Genomic Sciences
Express your interest in getting involved for Clinical Engineering
Sharing Good Practice webinar series
We are pleased to announce the following Sharing Good Practice webinar. Trainees and supervisors are welcome to attend.
Higher Specialist Scientist Training (HSST)
Thursday 22 January 2026 – 1pm to 2pm
View further details and register for this webinar
Search and browse our catalogue of Sharing Good Practice resources
Are you interested in the use of Generative AI in Healthcare Education and Training?
Dr Nicholas Hickson recently delivered a Sharing Good Practice session on the ‘Practical applications of Generative AI tools in Healthcare Education and Training’.
Watch a recording of the ‘Practical applications of Generative AI’ session
Are you using AI in your clinical practice?
If you or your network are using AI in your clinical practice, we would like to invite you to present your experience as part of our Sharing Good Practice series. If you are interested, please express an interest via the form linked to below.
Express an interest in sharing your practice
Have Your Say: HCPC Consultation on Education and Training Standards
The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) are consulting on proposed changes to their Standards of Education and Training (SETs), which underpin the quality of programmes for the 15 health and care professions they regulate. These standards are central to the HCPC’s role in protecting the public by ensuring that anyone qualifying in the UK has the skills and knowledge to deliver safe, effective care. Proposed changes include:
- A new structure
- Stronger EDI focus
- Technology readiness
- Applies to all learning models
The consultation is open for 13 weeks, closing 16 February 2026.
Share your views via the consultation survey
NHS Fellowship in Clinical AI for Clinical/Biomedical Scientists
Applications are now open for the NHS fellowship in Clinical AI. Applications are open to all HCPC registered clinicians for Cohort 5, which will run from August 2026 to August 2027.
There are regionally and nationally funded posts with specific application criteria.
Directly allocated posts are open to HSSTs who are able to utilise their training allowance to support participation.
Key dates
- 10 November 2025 – Application and approval in principle form go live at https://www.nhsfellowship.ai/apply/
- 24 November 2025 – Webinar and Q&A; a registration link and recording will be uploaded for prospective candidates on the website at https://www.nhsfellowship.ai/apply/
- 15 December 2025 – Application form and approval in principle form deadline at 23:45 GMT
- 13 January 2026 – Shortlisting outcomes communicated
- 19 to 30 January 2026 – Remote interviews conducted
- February 2026 – Interview outcomes and project matching
- March to August 2026 – Fellows prepare for programme start
- August 2026 – Fellows begin the programme
View detailed information about the programme
Information for supervisors
View the recording of the HSST Train the Trainer webinar
We recently delivered the HSST Train the Trainer event. If you need to view the recordings of the individual talks you can find these on our website.
View the recordings of the most recent HSST Train the Trainer event and complete this short evaluation form to receive a certificate.
Missed a previous edition of the HSST Monthly Memo?
You will find previous copies of the HSST Monthly Memo on our website.