Access to University Courses
Northamptonshire Primary Care Training Hub works very closely with Health Education England, Universities and key stakeholders. The aim is to support you as part of our workforce in General Practice, facilitating access to places on the accredited modules / programmes required.
You can select and access academically accredited modules/programmes from any provider, not only those in Northamptonshire. Therefore, your range of options is extensive.
Funding is limited to meet demand. However, there may be funding streams we can direct you to that might provide a contribution towards this cost.
There may be occasions where the Training Hub announces on our website, opportunities to apply for certain accredited modules / programmes. They are likely to be the modules / programmes where demand is higher (e.g., Advanced Assessment Skills or Advanced Clinical Practice). These are courses that have minimum requirements and may require an interview stage. Usually these are applications to University courses. There will be several stages before being booked on a course. This may include the completion of a ‘Funding Request’ online form and the support of your practice manager. The date indicated will be the closing date for applications to be submitted. Please be aware that in some circumstances there may be backfill monies available for a practice supporting a staff member on a funded and accredited course.
Requests for places may increase on those certain modules, whilst other accredited options are less requested. Whether the module/programme you wish to enrol is showing on our website, please follow the process to enrol:
Application process:
Please note:
1. Applications that fall outside the Application Process will not be considered.
2. Making an application and going through the interview process is not a guarantee that you will be given the funding. It is not an automatic process. To receive funding, you must be successful at the interview stage.
Approval and interview process:
All approved EOIs related to accredited modules / programmes will be called for a short interview. This interview intends to understand your ‘education pathway’, to ascertain your knowledge about it, determination and commitment to enrol, as well as to successfully complete the module / programme, and to ensure you are supported by your employer. The Training Hub will consider criteria such as (but not restricted to):
- Does your application relate to the provision of education and training?
Is your application supported and approved by the Practice?
Have you supported students in placements?
Have you provided formal Clinical supervision?
The interview outcome will be made available to you shortly after, with the possible outcomes:
- Successful, please apply to the University (the Training Hub pays the University)
Unsuccessful (feedback is provided and alternative options)
Require more information
Non-completion of the course
Where an individual withdraws from the course, fails to complete the course, or does not commence the course, full or part reimbursement for the sum provided to the Practice may be requested by the Training Hub.
If you require additional information about this process, please contact us at
Please download and view our Terms & Conditions for Funding - pdf NPCTH WDF TermsConditions (134 KB)
Programmes and Courses
ACP Apprenticeship Programme
- Intakes - September 2023, January 2024
- Total Funding Required - £12,000 per apprentice
- For more details on course content at University of Northampton - Click Here
- To Appy for Full ACP Click here
Advancing Practice MSc. Programme
- Intakes - June 2023, September 2023, February 2024
Total Funding Required - £8,010
For more details on course content at University of Northampton - Click Here - To Apply Click here
Advanced Assessment and Clinical Reasoning
- Intakes - Oct 2023, February 2024
Total Funding Required - £1,780
For more details on course content at University of Northampton - Click Here - To Apply Click Here
Assessment and Management of Minor Illness
- Intakes - February 2024
Total Funding Required - £890
For more details on course content at University of Northampton - Click Here
Assessment and Management of Minor Injury
- Intakes - June 2023
Total Funding Required - £890
For more details on course content at University of Northampton - Click Here
Non-Medical Prescribing (NISP)
- Intakes - September 2023, Feb 2024
Total Funding Required - £1,780
For more details on course content at University of Northampton - Click Here - To Apply Click Here
Applications are now open for the Feb/March 2024 intake. Applications will close on the 6th November 2023
You can submit a funding application for any other Accredited course that is relevant to your role and learning development, but not published on the website. This should be requested by using the 'Request a Course' button that can be found at the bottom of this page. This form will also include your application for funding application
2023/2024 - Applications Calendar
Applications must follow the calendar dates shown in the table below. Falling outside of the calendar dates will jeopardise being successful on the application process.
We have to ensure that funding for a particular intake is agreed a minimum of 10 weeks prior to the start date of the course.
Other Learning
If you cannot see the University Course that you wish to undertake, please use the 'request a course' button. The Training Hub will consider all funding applications for University Courses providing you have the support of your practice and can provide a motivation for why this course will benefit both you and your practice. You will also need to complete a 'Funding Application' Form which can be accessed from the button below.
The Training Hub team can signpost you to a variety of alternative learning options (enquiries.nht@nhs.net ). The following may be a helpful starting point:
E-learning for Health – Free for all NHS staff to access with their NHS e-mail account
The NHS Learning Hub – HEE’s Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) Learning Hub is a new digital platform that provides easy access to a wide range of resources, many in response to the COVID-19 efforts to support the health and care workforce, that are pertinent to education and training in health and care.
New features will be frequently released to provide a comprehensive learning experience for users. You are invited to access the Learning Hub either using eligible e-Learning for Healthcare log in details or by creating a Learning Hub account.