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Introduction to Chaperones In General Practice – 20/03/2025

This comprehensive course will explain the occasions when a chaperone is needed, why a chaperone is to be offered to patients, and the crucial role and responsibilities of the chaperone during the consultation.

Objectives

  • Understand the role of chaperones in general practice 
  • Why chaperones must be trained for their role
  • To look at both the need for chaperones and try to understand best practice. We look at the difficulties and opportunities and how to respond.
  • Learn the rights of the patient in relation to examinations and chaperones
  • Understand the importance of accurate record-keeping
  •  Understand the needs of vulnerable patients
  • Understand empathy requirements and how to be supportive.

 

Designed for
All staff new to general practice or existing staff who wish to develop their level of understanding and take on the role of a Chaperone.

Indented for those who have not previously completed Chaperone training before.

 

Training delivered by:

"All GPS training is written and delivered by Alan Molineaux. Educated to Masters Degree level, Alan has many year’s experience in leadership in both industry and the charity sector. He has been delivering training for NHS Primary Care groups for over 15 years."

 

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Event Info

Date
20 March 2025
Time
14:00 - 15:20
Location
Microsoft Teams
Cost
Free for LMC Members
Suitable For
Care Co-ordinator
Health Care Assistant
Practice Administrator
Practice Manager
Practice Nurse
Practice Pharmacist
Receptionist
Registred Nursing Associate

Main Contact

Email
rosa.wyldeman@nhs.net
Phone
Call 01522 576 659 or email rosa.wyldeman@nhs.net
If you have any communication or mobility needs that the event organisers need to be aware of please contact them in advance of the course to let them know

Terms

  • Training is often funded or subsidised by the Lincolnshire LMC, if you need to cancel the place, you can do so online up to 7 days before the event date after that time please contact the Lincolnshire LMC on 01522 576 659.
  • If you fail to cancel your place within a reasonable time then you/ your employer may be invoiced for the cost of the place.
  • We ask that prior to booking, attendees check their calendars to make sure they are not on leave or have other commitments. We also ask that attendees give as much notice as possible when cancelling, so that the place can be used by someone else.

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