We are offering a trio of courses exploring the Principles of Trauma Casting and Splinting in three areas - Hand Trauma, Adult Trauma and Paediatric Trauma all taking place in mid July this Summer.

During these one-day courses delegates will learn the theory and treatment of commonly seen orthopaedic injuries in their chosen specialist area and have the opportunity to learn and demonstrate basic casting techniques and skills during a practical session overseen by experts in their field.

Fee: £225 for each course

The practical nature of this full day course means that places are limited with a slightly higher fee than a mainly theoretical course.

Course description

Orthopaedic casting is a procedural skill. It requires a theoretical basis to underpin practical application and a course of guided practice. These consultant and orthopaedic practitioner led courses will explore the appropriate prescription relating to hand, adult or paediatric musculoskeletal injuries including fractures and will cover the safe application of backslabs and splinting techniques. [Please note the hand trauma course does not include thermos plastic splinting.]

The hybrid theoretical and practical approach of these courses includes interactive presentations, regular Q&A sessions, assessment and periods of reflection as well as hands on casting in workshop conditions. By the end of the day delegates will be able to:

• understand the anatomy, physiology and management of common hand / adult / paediatric orthopaedic trauma and injuries according to the focus of the course

• learn about the optimal management of common injuries in each specialist area

• understand the principles of rehabilitation and splint management of commonly seen conditions

• consider professional accountability and legal issues associated with cast application

• understand the theoretical basis to justify the decision making process in the selection of the appropriate casting technique, focusing on prescription, materials, positioning, and application process

• demonstrate, in workshop conditions, the ability to implement and evaluate a prescription plan, including the appropriate selection and application of materials and casting techniques

• demonstrate, in workshop conditions, the clinical and practical skills required to perform safe casting techniques

• demonstrate an understanding and awareness of the requirements for safe removal of a cast

• clearly articulate how the knowledge and skills gained will help develop their current competency levels.

Audience

These courses are aimed at doctors in training, nursing practitioners and healthcare assistants working in an accident and emergency or other urgent care setting.

The Hand Trauma course would also benefit physiotherapists, occupational therapists and nurses with a special interest in the treatment and rehabilitation of hand injuries and conditions.

We welcome applications for any of the courses from orthopaedic practitioners and plaster technicians who do not currently work in a trauma or paediatric setting, or who would like to refresh their skills.

Booking

To book a place go to Tickets at the bottom of the page. 

At checkout you can make an online card payment or enter coupon code [INVOICE] to make alternative payment arrangements.

Find out more about payment for our courses including our Terms and Conditions and Cancellation and Refund Policy in our FAQ section.

Click here to choose your course and book online:  

https://skillsacademy.newcastle-hospitals.nhs.uk/courses/category/trauma-casting-courses/

DATE:    21^st and 22^nd September – this year it is on a Monday and Tuesday.

VENUE:    Crowne Plaza Hotel, Newcastle - this is excellently positioned behind the train station, close to the metro and with close car parking.

LINK FOR BOOKINGS:  GNPC Conference 2026

THEMES:

The year's conference will have 3 themes. We will continue the themes of:

• clinical paediatrics: we are planning updates in radiology, bony lumps and bumps, anaphylaxis, brain tumours, brain shunts...and much more
• integrated and community care: we are planning updates in neighbourhood MDTs, assessment of swallow, dysfunctional breathing...and much more

In addition, we will be building in updates on research in child health that occurs in Northeast and North Cumbria.

• we will have keynote speakers sharing their research journeys and a poster-presentation session
• POSTER PRESENTATIONS: these will occur on Tuesday 22^nd September

We will be soon accepting abstract submissions for an opportunity to present your project at the Great North Paediatric Conference 2026. Abstracts will be accepted on studies completed or to be completed within the last 2 years including audits and QI projects. We welcome a wide range of abstracts concerning health sciences, clinical care, holistic care, medical education, or wellbeing of children of young people. Abstracts can be submitted by any multidisciplinary member of the healthcare team or researcher. We especially welcome submissions from medical, nursing or AHP students but where possible, we would ask you to attend with your supervisor or someone from your team. 

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From the GNPC organisers on behalf of:

CHER - Child Health Education and Revalidation

NEPs - Northeast Paediatric Society

CHWN - Child Health and Wellbeing Network

Extended Learning Opportunities for Resident Doctors 2026 - Open for Applications

The Learner Support and Faculty Development Team are now advertising the extended learning opportunities for our resident doctors. Please do encourage suitable doctors to apply. These are fantastic opportunities in Leadership and Management, Digital Health and Sustainable Healthcare.

Doctors who wish to apply will need to approach the TPD for support. If someone is not making sufficient progress with training to be able to reduce clinical hours to incorporate flexible portfolio training, then do not feel obliged to support them.

The attachements and links below provide the doctors and yourselves with all you need to know.

Dear Resident Doctors

We have now planned the next dates for our 2-day Introduction to Research in the NHS course. The attached flyers and agendas provide more details. This is a really good way to find out how to get involved in NHS research and to learn some of the basic principles of planning a study and critical appraisal.

We have received feedback that some people prefer face-to-face whereas others prefer a virtual course. We have therefore set up 2 different courses. Check the dates for which is which and make sure you book on the one you want as there will not be a hybrid option.

The flyers contain the links to book on the specific courses. The links are also below.

July 16^th and 17^th (Virtual via Zoom)- Programme & Flyer 

https://fast.ncl.ac.uk/training/book/2554/

1^st and 2^nd October (Face-to-face @ Gosforth Suite, Regents Point, Newcastle)- Programme & Flyer 

https://fast.ncl.ac.uk/training/book/2555/

The courses are very popular and often fill up so book early to avoid disappointment

Neonatal Airway Training Course

When a Child Dies

Emergencies in General Paediatrics

9^th December – Frontline paediatrics for GPs, Paediatricians, Trainees and other professionals on the frontline (online)

Check out our website for more information: https://www.cher-newcastle.co.uk/cher-days/