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Further information and how to apply

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The application process for Autumn 2026 cohort is open from 25 May 2026 to 3 July 2026.  Results out from panel by 17 July 2026

All applications are reviewed anonymously by the delivery team through a fair and equitable panel process.  Shortlisting the candidates is based on the following criteria:

  • The quality of the application and evidence provided
  • The impact and influence the applicant has to facilitate change in their integrated setting
  • Creating a cohort with a diverse representation across health and social services to enrich the learning environment.

Spaces are limited on each cohort, so please take the time when filling in your application to fully describe your situation. 

The panel decision will be communicated by 17 July 2026 to confirm places well in advance of the September programme launch.

Please ensure that you are able to attend all the dates of the workshop before completing the Application Form:

Autumn 2026 YACL programme schedule
  1. 17 September 2026, 10:00 – 11:30 – Introduction to Programme
  2. W/c 21 September 2026 – Peer Thinking Set 1 (2 hours)
  3. 29 September 2026, 09:30 – 12:30 – Workshop 1 (3 hours)
  4. 1 October 2026, 09:30 - 12:30 - Workshop 2 (3 hours)
  5. W/c 5 October 2026 – Peer Thinking Set 2 (2 hours
  6. 27 October 2026, 09:30 – 12:30 – Workshop 3 (3 hours)
  7. 29 October 2026, 09:30 – 12:30 – Workshop 4 (3 hours)
  8. W/c 2 November 2026 – Peer Thinking Set 3 (2 hours)
  9. Bookable slots between in 9 - 27 November  2026 – one-to-one Coaching session

Peer thinking dates will be agreed by the group at the start of the programme.

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