Structure and Power Dynamics in Healthcare Systems (PSK18JUN25)

AvailabilityPlaces available (course only available for users whose main occupation is general practice training (st1-st4) or higher specialty training (st3-st8))  Add to basket
SubjectProfessional Skills
DescriptionThis Course outlines the current structure of the NHS and explores tensions and dilemmas for clinicians as leaders in it. The course then uses a model of rank dynamics to develop understanding of and competence in communication when power dynamics are present.
Additional information

Joining Instructions

This is a virtual course, the joining instructions for the virtual meeting will be added to the documents section (above) before the course. Please ensure that you are able to access this before the course so that you are ready to join on the day.

Booking cancellation

Participants must make every effort to attend courses they have booked. If your availability changes after booking, please cancel your place through Maxcourse as soon as possible. This will release the place for colleagues on the waiting list.

If you need to cancel within 1 week of the course or the course has started and you are not able to attend, please email england.lsfdcourses.yh@nhs.net to give your apologies.

VenueVirtual (Zoom), - Virtual  View details
Date & timeWednesday 18 June 2025, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturerDr Edmund Cross  View details
Target audience

This course is only available to mid stage General Practice and Core Specialty trainees within Yorkshire and the Humber.

Mandatory: Dentist, or Doctor, or Public Health Professional

Course styleWorkshop
CateringNo catering
CPD points0.000
CostNo charge
Aims

To develop knowledge of the structure of the NHS and related power dynamics and communication.

Objectives
  • To understand the Structure of the NHS
  • To explore a model of rank
  • To relate improve competence in communication when power dynamics are in play.
Learning outcomes
  • Understanding of structures and relationhips in the NHS
  • To be have knowledge of a model of rank and power
  • To understand how power dynamics affect communication