This series of videos were recorded at the October 2024 HSST Train the Trainer session. Watch all the videos in one sitting or pop in and out when you have time.
What is the HSST?
In this video, Owen Driskell (Deputy HSST Training Programme Director) gave an overview of the Higher Specialist Scientist Training (HSST) programme. His talk included key components of the programme, HSST timelines, workplace evidence and employer responsibilities.
Training planning
In this video, Lisa Ayers ( HSST Training Programme Director) talks about the importance of good training planning, what to include in a training plan and workplace evidence.
The role of the National School of Healthcare Science
In this video, Sally Clee (Education Training Manager) talked about the School’s responsibilities in relation to a trainee’s journey through the programme and a supervisors journey in supporting the trainee. Sally also talked about accessing support and taking care of your health and wellbeing.
HSST research project
In this video, Owen Driskell (Deputy HSST Training Programme Director) talks about the research project which is an integral part of the Higher Specialist Scientist Training programme.
Getting to know the OneFile e-portfolio service
In this video, Stuart Sutherland (Head of Digital) introduced the e-portfolio system that supervisors will use alongside their trainee. Stuart talks about how to manage the primary needs and tasks of a HSST supervisor. This included how to get yourself set up on OneFile, how to view a trainee’s progress and how to respond to a submission made by a trainee.
Q&A sessions
In this video Lisa Ayers (HSST Training Programme Director), Owen Driskell (Deputy HSST Training Programme Director) and Stuart Sutherland (Head of Digital) answered questions put forward by attendees at the HSST training session.
Further information
In this video, Sally Clee (Education Training Manager) gave further information on the HSST supervisors section of the School website, details on how to sign up for the HSST Monthly Memo and how to give feedback about the Train the Trainer session.