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New developments
NMAHP Development Framework Refresh
The timeline for the refresh of the NMAHP Development Framework was October 2022 to March 2025.
The aim of the refresh was to:
- Update and refresh the NMAHP development framework and website
- Improve accessibility and engagement with the framework
- Integrate the framework into staff appraisal
- Promote and increase the use of the framework
This refresh has now been completed, and the framework was launched at the end of April 2025. There has also been a number of workshops to highlight the improvements made.
What's new poster
Highlighting the developments in respect of the refresh of the NMAHP Development Framework and new resources developed to support personal development.
- What's new : NMAHP development framework ( Download, 302 KB)
Events
NMAHP Development Framework Service Improvement/Evidence Research Development Pillar webinar
14 December 2026, 11.00 - 12.00 via MS Teams
Join this interactive webinar exploring how to use the NMAHP Development Framework to identify development needs and plan learning relevant to your role. The session focuses on Service Improvement at Levels 2–4 and Evidence, Research and Development at Levels 5–8..
What will we explore:
Through case studies and workplace examples, we will explore how to:
- Use the Development Needs Analysis Tool (DNAT) to recognise strengths and identify development priorities.
- Distinguish a development need from a learning activity.
- Choose activities and support that fit your role and level.
- Gather evidence of learning and review progress through a development conversation.
Who should attend?
Nurses, Midwives, Allied Health Professionals, Healthcare Support Workers, students, managers, educators supporting staff development.
Download the flyer from the link below or go direct to the booking page
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NMAHP Development Framework Service Improvement/Evidence Research Development Pillar : webinar flyer Download (160 KB)
Flyer for the webinar on 14 December 2026 for nurses, midwives, AHPs, support workers, students on the NMAHP Development Framework Service Improvement/Evidence Research Development Pillar
Exploring the NMAHP Development Framework Leadership Pillar webinar
9 September 2026, 14.00 - 15.00 via MS Teams
Join this interactive webinar to discover how the NMAHP Development Framework Leadership Pillar can support your professional growth, enhance development conversations, and help you evidence your leadership practice at every stage of your career.
What will we explore:
- What leadership looks like across Levels 2–8.
- Examples of evidence that can demonstrate leadership in practice.
- How the Leadership Pillar can be applied to your own role, development planning and appraisal conversations.
Who should attend?
Nurses, Midwives, Allied Health Professionals, Healthcare Support Workers, students, managers, educators supporting staff development.
Development Needs Analysis Tool (DNAT) webinar for managers - 24th February 2026
Webinar aims:
- Learn more about the NMAHP Development Framework
- Find out what the DNAT is and how it supports development
- Understand how to navigate and complete the DNAT
- Apply practical methods into practice to support the use of the DNAT
You can watch the event recording below
NMAHP Development Framework website launch event.
The website launch event was held in April 2025.
Launch event deliverables included:
- Hear about the refresh of the Framework
- See the new website and tools available
- Find out how the framework can benefit you
- Hear from others about their experiences of using the Framework
You can access the recording on NES Vimeo
NMAHP Development Framework user workshops
The user workshops were held during May and June 2025.
Workshop deliverables included:
- Increase awareness of the key elements of the Framework
- Increase awareness of the benefits of using Frameworks
- Identify resources for support
- Create your own action plan for implementation
- Build confidence to use the Framework
You can access the recording on NES Vimeo
NMAHP Development Framework managers workshops
Workshops were held during February and March 2025
Workshop deliverables included:
- An overview of the NMAHP Development Framework and its benefits for you
- A detailed explanation of the key components of the framework
- Insights into how the framework can support staff development
- Guidance on available resources and support materials
- Practical processes to simplify and enhance your use of the framework.
You can access the event recording, the presentation slides and a question and answer summary on the NMAHP Development Framework website.
NMAHP Development Framework User Forum
The User Forum was established in November 2022 to support the refresh of the framework.
The forum has been essential in providing stakeholder engagement, expert advice and guidance for the refresh.
The aim of the forum is to provide advice and subject matter expertise to refine, develop and support the ongoing maintenance of the development framework.
Main activities include:
• Providing advice and guidance on the user experience
• Influencing and shaping the development and ongoing maintenance of the framework
• Reviewing and providing regular feedback
• Developing and testing new content
• Input into the communication and engagement as well as the impact measurement strategies
• Championing the framework in practice.
Meetings of the group
• Meetings will normally be virtual via MS Teams
• Meeting frequency will be 3 monthly
• Communication will be via MS Teams dedicated channel
• An activity schedule will be provided to support planning for key activity periods
• NES team will provide meeting facilitation and business support.
Membership of the group
Membership is representative of the framework users and includes:
• Nursing
• Allied Health Professions
• Midwifery
• Healthcare Support Workers
• Education
• Professional Organisations like RCN
Membership of the forum will be for at least a year.
Support from your manager and capacity to undertake any associated work is important to consider.