News

In recognition that the 1^st October marks the start of Black History Month, we as an organisation are proud to announce the start of our ‘Black history – journeys through Covid-19’ campaign.

A warm welcome to all healthcare students who have started their courses with us in Wales. Whilst many things may be different this year, one thing remains the same - your decision, and commitment, to become involved in the healthcare.

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) has today launched their Strategic Equality Plan (SEP) 2020-2024.

Health Education and Improvement Wales are hosting the Looking Forward - ‘Innovation in Challenging Times’ virtual conference on 27 November 2020.

The NHS COVID-19 app launches on 24 September across Wales and England and will be an important way to help keep Wales safe.

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) and Social Care Wales are encouraging student nurses to consider becoming social care workers during their studies.

Doctors can now access two new modules providing guidance on Returning to Appraisal and how to conduct Virtual Appraisals.

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) has been shortlisted at the 2020 Learning Technologies Awards in the category of ‘Best UK Digital Transformation of a Training Programme in Response to COVID-19’, for its development of a digital leadership platform.

Recordings and presentations from our AGM and showcase event held on 24 September 2020.

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) has appointed the first ever optometrists into the roles of Welsh Clinical Leadership Training Fellows (WCLTF) 2020/2021.

Guest blog by Kath Sheen, pharmacy technician participating in the advanced practice framework pilot.

Optometrists across Wales are undertaking training courses and practical placements to boost their services within communities.

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW), in collaboration with partners, has released a digital resource for health and social care professionals supporting individuals with rehabilitation needs.

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) and Social Care Wales (SCW) are helping to shape the future of the mental health workforce in Wales.

Please find below the links for joining us at our AGM and showcase event on Thursday 24 September 2020. 

I am Kerri Eilertsen-Feeney, the new Head of Nursing and Midwifery Transformation here at Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW)... Hello!

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) have set up a new central team to promote best practice in education and training of the healthcare workforce through Simulation Based Education (SBE) across Wales. An interprofessional team including Medical, Nursing and Allied Health Professional representatives will support future development and initiatives in order to work collaboratively building on the excellent work already being delivered across Wales.