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Commissioned University Courses

Each year NHSE will commission a certain number of places on particular Higher Education Institute courses. Please click on these links to see the details of commissioned courses for 2025/2026 and how to apply.

Advanced Practitioner Training

If you are interested in submitting an application for a commissioned place, please make sure you meet the HEI Criteria:

If you would like to look into alternative speciality pathways or HEIs, this can also be discussed and will depend on space and eligibility. Please visit the NHSE webpage here Accredited Programmes - Advanced Practice for more information on the range of accredited programmes. 

Before submitting an application, please read the guidance and information about advanced practice here. The trainee, supervisor and employer must all have a good understanding of the role, supervision requirements and learning pathway.

Once you have submitted your application via Medtribe booking platform here, please ensure you also email the Training Hub (as per instructions within the Medtribe application) with the following attachments:

  • Supporting personal statement (500 words)
  • Trainee Readiness checklist
  • Supervisor readiness checklist
  • Employer supervision Action Plan
  • Declaration of Support by Line Manager and Coordinating Educational Supervisor

Applications cannot be accepted without all these details as they are an NHSE requirement for funding approval.

Commissioning windows open once a year in Jan/Feb and close end of March for the coming September programmes.

Educating Health Professionals module and Education for Health Professionals full PGCert at the University of Surrey (Part time)

The course Education for Health Professionals PGCert | University of Surrey  is for registered health professionals, looking to develop creative and innovative approaches to teaching and professional practice, exploring the complexities associated with professional assessment and curriculum design. You’ll study topics including state of the art of learning and teaching, framing learning through the curriculum and supporting education in practice.

The next intake is Autumn 2025 but the University is holding a Postgraduate Open Evening, where course leaders will be happy to chat through individual circumstances.

The PGCert has a maximum registration period of 3 years, with most students completing in 1 - 2 years and all UK registered Health Professionals are welcome to apply. For the full PGCert there is a requirement for students to be working in a role that allows them to teach others so as to give them the opportunity to successfully achieve in their assessments. The modules have a hybrid approach to learning but on this programme / module it is predominately in person due to the workshop nature of the teaching activities.

If you are interested in applying for either a full Practice Education PGCert or a stand alone module at either University, now or in the future please view more information and the application form by clicking here. Please note that you will have to register on Medtribe to access that page. 

Fundamentals of Care courses for GPNs

We currently offer funded places at two universities:

PGCert General Practice Nursing at Buckinghamshire New University

Fundamentals of General Practice Nursing at University of Greenwich

If interested in either programme, please contact the HEI directly for a timetable.

Please view more information and the application form by clicking here. Please note that you will have to register on Medtribe to access that page. 

General Practice Assistant (GPA)

Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) offers a nationally accredited General Practice Assistant (GPA) Level 4 course, designed for administrative staff in general practice who wish to expand their roles to include both administrative and basic clinical responsibilities. The course aligns with the national GPA competency framework and is typically completed over six months. It includes online learning modules, supervised practical experience within a GP setting, and the development of a competency-based portfolio signed off by a clinical supervisor. Upon successful completion, participants receive a certificate of achievement equivalent to 10 credits at Level 4. The programme is funded by NHS England and is open to existing staff in roles such as receptionists, phlebotomists, secretaries, healthcare assistants, and administrators (banded 2–4).

Download General Practice Assistant (GPA) Flyer September 2025 Cohort

Download Introducing General Practice Assistant

Download GPA Expression of Interest Form

Please view more information and the application form by clicking here. Please note that you will have to register on Medtribe to access that page. 

Health Professional as an Educator Module and Leading Practice Education full PGCert at The University of Brighton (Part time)

These qualifications are for practising health professionals (Nurses and AHPs) who wish to gain the skills, knowledge and behaviours to be an effective educator and development leader within a practice or healthcare education context. The stand alone module has some spaces for start dates in Spring and Summer 2025 ( Health Professional as an Educator | Health CPD modules at University of Brighton ) and is delivered in a blended learning style with 5 taught days. It aims to develop your confidence, skills and knowledge as an educator and encourages you to critique educational theories as well as yourself, enabling you to apply evidence to your teaching practice and demonstrate effective learning in practice settings. The next intake for the full PGCert Leading Practice Education PGCert (brighton.ac.uk )  is not until Autumn 2025 but please do have a look and get in touch by applying to both the University and us at the Training Hub if you are interested in either the module or the full PGCert.

If you are interested in applying for either a full Practice Education PGCert or a stand alone module at either University, now or in the future please view more information and the application form by clicking here. Please note that you will have to register on Medtribe to access that page. 

Independent Prescribing

Commissioned places are now available for independent prescribing in the academic year 2025 - 2026. For those interested in applying, please read the documents linked below and fill in the applicaiton below:

Applicants will be contacted in due course and interviews arranged. You will need support from your manager and supervisor to complete the application process.

HEIs available for Independent Prescribing places are: 

  • The University of Surrey

  • The University of Brighton

  • The University of Portsmouth

  • The University of Nottingham (distance learning) 

Please view more information and the application form by clicking here. Please note that you will have to register on Medtribe to access that page. Please contact the Surrey Training Hub in case of any queries.

NB. Pharmacists need to view the Pharmacy Training Resources page for IP information as pharmacists have a different route to Independent Prescribing.

Medical Ultrasound
Non-obstetrics diagnostic ultrasound training

King’s College London offers a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) in Clinical Ultrasound, tailored for healthcare professionals aiming to develop foundational skills in diagnostic ultrasound. This programme is ideal for those new to ultrasound or seeking to formalize and enhance their existing clinical practice.

The PGCert combines academic instruction with hands-on clinical training. Students engage in approximately 21 hours per week of one-to-one supervised scanning, allowing them to apply diagnostic ultrasound imaging skills in real-world settings. The curriculum covers key areas such as Ultrasound Physics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, General Medical Ultrasound, and Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, providing a comprehensive understanding of various ultrasound applications.

For more detailed information on the PGCert in Clinical Ultrasound at King’s College, London, including application procedures and deadlines, please visit the official course page: Clinical Ultrasound PGCert.

Please view more information and the application form by clicking here. Please note that you will have to register on Medtribe to access that page. 

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

This part-time, one-year programme, Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound is offered by Brunel University of London. It is ideal for clinicians in the NHS, private practice, or elite sports settings aiming to enhance their musculoskeletal assessment and treatment skills.

This module aims to enhance students' ability to recognise and report pathology on imaging accurately. It emphasises understanding the clinical relevance of sonographic findings and their impact on patient care pathways. A significant component involves work-based learning, where students must arrange a clinical mentor to supervise their practical experience. Students are required to complete a total of 250 ultrasound scans as part of their clinical training. Of these, 100 scans must be directly supervised, and the remaining 150 can be performed independently under mentorship. The 100 supervised scans are subject to an audit process to ensure quality and competency. Click here to view the course page: Musculoskeletal Ultrasound- PGCert.

Please view more information and the application form by clicking here. Please note that you will have to register on Medtribe to access that page. 

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