Target Audience:
This course has been specifically designed for both clinical staff and non-clinical staff who will be performing chaperone duties. The NHS Clinical Governance Team recommends that all staff undertaking this role have specific training.
Course Aim:
This course will outline the role of the chaperone and when clinicians should utilise them.
Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course delegates will be able to:
- Define what is meant by the term “chaperone”
- Describe what an “intimate examination” is
- Explain why chaperones need to be present
- Discuss the legal issues – the rights of the patient
- Explain how to deal with special situations
- Describe the chaperone’s role and responsibilities
- Gain experience of the kinds of equipment and examinations you may see
Trainer: Kay Keane, Practice Manager, Independent Trainer and Practice Manager at an Urban Village Medical Practice
Date/Time/Venue:
To be confirmed. Please email gmicb-sto.learningdevelopment@nhs.net and we will add you to the wait list.
Please note these sessions may be recorded and shared with others working across Greater Manchester in Health & Social Care. If you attend these sessions, we will assume, you consent to the event being recorded and shared. If you have any concerns around this please email gmicb-sto.learningdevelopment@nhs.net.
Cost:
The cost to attend this session is £tbcpp paid in advance of the training date (please see further details in booking information).
Booking Information:
- Bookings for this course should be made via email – gmicb-sto.learningdevelopment@nhs.net from either the Practice Manager or Lead GP confirming the names, roles and contact details of those that require places. By submitting this booking request, you are confirming that you have agreed a process to deduct any agreed costs from your next payment from NHS GM.
- The department is sympathetic to issues which may arise, however, if an individual is unable to attend for any reason, the learning & Development team should be contacted via e-mail on gmicb-sto.learningdevelopment@nhs.net as soon as possible (prior to date stated on email/flyer).
- Enquiries can be made via gmicb-sto.learningdevelopment@nhs.net or Tel: 07393 798115.