News and Opportunities
News and updates in relation to Rural Advanced Practice
Containing and controlling antimicrobial resistance framework
Following a national consultation on a draft version, NHS Education for Scotland (NES) is delighted to announce the launch of the framework “Containing and controlling antimicrobial resistance: A knowledge and skills framework for health and social care in Scotland”. This framework supports the education of health and social care staff and students in Scotland and the new UK 5-year action plan for antimicrobial resistance 2024 to 2029.
Bereavement Education Conference 2025 - Bereavement as a Kaleidoscope: An Inclusive Approach for All
NES would like to welcome you to the 2025 Bereavement Education Conference which is a free one-day virtual event for health and social care staff. For more information please follow the link Bereavement Education Conference and Learning Event | NHS Ed.
Death certification e-Learning modules
Certification of Deaths in the Community e-learning modules covers certification of deaths in the community which will help you decide the appropriate next steps when dealing with a death in the community.
The module will help you understand:
- When you should report a death to the procurator fiscal service.
- When to issue a medical certificate of cause of death (MCCD).
- Potential issues when communicating with the police.
The module does not include material on communicating and interacting with families and other people who are bereaved.
For more information please follow the link Death certification e-Learning modules | Turas | Learn.
NMC New Principles published for Advanced Practice
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has launched its Principles for Advanced Practice, setting out clear expectations for nurses and midwives in advanced roles across the UK. These principles aim to bring greater clarity, consistency, and support to advanced practice, helping to improve the safety and quality of care.
Developed through extensive engagement, the principles define what advanced practice means for both professionals and the public. They are designed to support workforce planning, education, and governance, and will form the foundation for future regulatory standards.
Further details about the principles can be found at NMC calls on employers and professionals to adopt new advanced practice principles - The Nursing and Midwifery Council
The Knowledge Network: An update on subscription
The team behind The Knowledge Network are delighted to provide an update on the subscriptions available to health and social care staff in Scotland via the digital library. For more information please follow the link - The Knowledge Network | NHS Education for Scotland
Keep up to date with the NMC Advanced Practice Review
Across the UK, experienced nurses and midwives are increasingly stepping into advanced practice roles that involve complex, autonomous, and expert-level responsibilities. These roles significantly benefit patient care by enabling timely, person-centred decisions, seamless care coordination across settings, and enhanced communication. Advanced practitioners also support service transformation, improve safety and quality, and contribute to workforce development and retention. To view information on the advanced practice review please visit Advanced practice review - The Nursing and Midwifery Council.
New principles for Advanced Practice to bring clarity and consistency
“The NMC has unveiled its principles for advanced practice – which for the first time sets out the regulator’s expectations to support nurses and midwives working at an advanced level”. To view information on the New principles for advanced practice to bring clarity and consistency please visit - New principles for advanced practice to bring clarity and consistency - The Nursing and Midwifery Council.
2025 Scottish Simulation SIMposium
This year’s theme, “Simulation Amplified: Expanding Reach, Scaling Impact,” highlights the transformative potential of simulation in healthcare education and research. This in-person event will take place on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at the Suttie Centre for Teaching & Learning in Healthcare.
The SIMPosium will feature a diverse program of keynote addresses, short presentations, panel interviews, and poster presentations, designed to inspire and connect the simulation community. We are delighted to confirm Professor Gerry Gormley from Queen’s University Belfast as our keynote speaker.
If you would like to register for the event - Scottish Simulation SIMposium 2025 Tickets, Wed, Aug 27, 2025 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite.
NMC review of Advanced Practice Regulation
View information on the NMC Advanced Practice Regulation review at:- Advanced practice review - The Nursing and Midwifery Council (nmc.org.uk)
To be kept up to date with our progress, and be notified of any opportunities to get involved please sign up to our community of interest at:- r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/129A-120W/advanced-practice
National Advanced Pharmacist Development Needs Assessment
Are you a pharmacist working in the UK and interested in ‘Advanced Practice’? If so, please complete this National Advanced Pharmacist Development Needs Survey Assessment in the link below:-
National Advanced Pharmacist Development Needs Assessment (rpharms.com)
Advanced Practice Review
The NMC are carrying out a comprehensive review of advanced nursing and midwifery practice, including consideration of whether additional regulation is needed, as part of their 2020-25 corporate strategy. To join the community of interest, see link below:
Advanced practice review - The Nursing and Midwifery Council (nmc.org.uk)
SAPEN Newsletter ACAP Scotland
Please follow the links below for an example of the National Advanced Practice newsletter which has been produced for practitioners working in advanced practice roles. This newsletter will provide detail of advanced practice developments across professional groups.
View the latest updates at Latest Updates – ACAP Scotland
View the SAPEn Newsletter at #SAPEN Newsletter – ACAP Scotland