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Simulation Case Study: Developing a Virtual Primary Care Placement for Nursing Students – King’s College London

Key themes: Education (training, assessment, curriculum), Research and development Academics: Mrs. Aby Mitchell, Senior Lecturer Adult Nursing Education and Faculty Lead for Simulation, King’s College London, aby.mitchell@kcl.ac.uk Mr.…

21 November 2025
The Paramedic Diversity Project

We are excited to share our latest Equity Month 2025 case study from Coventry University showcasing an inspiring project to enhance access, retention, and career progression for Black,…

20 November 2025
Reframing Healthcare Imagery: A Call to Action

This NHSE-funded project’s mission is to develop a comprehensive and diverse image library that accurately reflects the communities we serve. Their current focus involves capturing a broad spectrum…

17 November 2025
Enhancing student experience and retention case study

We are excited to share our latest Equity Month 2025 case study from the School of Health and Care Sciences at the University of Lincoln, showcasing an inspiring…

12 November 2025
Council response to maintenance grant announcement

Following the Council’s attendance at Labour Party conference, our CEO, Ed Hughes, has responded to the reintroduction of maintenance grants funded by an international student levy as announced…

3 October 2025

Statement, News
Simulation Case Study: “I would like to call the first witness”- An innovative simulation of a Coroner’s Court inquest for pre-registration mental health nursing students – University of Worcester

Key themes: Education (training, assessment, curriculum), Research and development, Quality improvement, Interprofessional collaboration Academics: Aims & Objectives: Amid concerns about the dilution of core mental health nursing skills,…

22 September 2025
Simulation Case Study: Student-Led Simulation Authoring: Enhancing Confidence and Clinical Readiness in Midwifery Education – University of Northampton

Key themes: Education (training, assessment, curriculum), Quality improvement, Skill acquisition Academics: Aims & Objectives: This pilot project aimed to build midwifery students’ confidence and competence in managing obstetric…

21 August 2025
Council of Deans of Health responds to the announcement of a new Graduate Guarantee for qualified nurses and midwives in England

Following the announcement of a new Graduate Guarantee for qualified nurses and midwives in England, Professor Alison Machin, Chair of the Council of Deans of Health has issued the following…

11 August 2025

Statement, News
Council welcomes Level 7 apprenticeship mitigation fund

Following the news that NHS England has announced a new Level 7 apprenticeship mitigation fund, the Council’s CEO, Ed Hughes has issued the following statement: “The announcement that…

7 August 2025

News
Simulation Case Study: Understanding the Lived Experiences of Displaced Persons- Solent University Southampton

Key themes: Education (training, assessment, curriculum), Skill acquisition Academics: Aims & Objectives: Students encounter refugees and displaced persons (asylum seekers) in their practice, a population group that experience…

5 August 2025

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3 February 2026

Nation: UK

Principles for the use of Generative AI in healthcare education

The Council of Deans of Health has published the Principles for the use of Generative AI in Healthcare Education report as part of its Innovation…

Artificial Intelligence, Innovation
Briefing

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29 January 2026

Nation: UK

Briefing: UCAS Applicant Statistics for January 2026

The University and College Admissions Service (UCAS) has published a statistical release providing core numbers for the January equal consideration deadline 2026. The Council has published a briefing which summarises some of the key…

UCAS Data
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7 October 2025

Nation: UK

AI Week: The Pedagogy of AI – Implications for healthcare education

Following the Council of Deans of Health’s 2025 Digital Summit, we are publishing this collaborative report with Elsevier which explores the evolving role of…

Innovation
Briefing

Briefing

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17 September 2025

Nation: UK

Briefing: UCAS statistics on placed applicants 28 days after A-level and SQA results day 2025

UCAS has published data on confirmed places on undergraduate higher education courses 28 days after A-level results following the Clearing process. The full data…

Workforce, UCAS Data

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Podcast | Transforming Simulation Through Co-Production

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16 February 2026

This Innovation Month 2026 podcast explores how education providers can embed the principles of co-production into the design and delivery of simulation-based education. Speakers will unpack what co-production means, why it matters, and the benefits it brings, alongside practical tips for overcoming common challenges. There will also be an opportunity to reflect on ASPiH standards…
Podcast | Daring to be different: Interprofessional Education

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10 February 2026

This Innovation Month 2026 podcast explores the importance of interprofessional education (IPE), an approach that brings together students from a range of disciplines to learn collaboratively and develop the skills essential for effective practice. Recognised for strengthening teamwork, communication, IPE continues to play a vital role in preparing students for integrated, person‑centred care. In this…
Podcast | How do we remove bias from generative AI?

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5 February 2026

This podcast critically explores bias in AI, particularly within the context of healthcare education. It unpacks what “bias” means in AI systems and highlights the real-world consequences of these biases, from reinforcing harmful stereotypes to perpetuating inequities in student outcomes and clinical training. The discussion raises urgent questions about responsibility and how students and staff…
Podcast | Sharing the research methodology for developing Principles of Gen AI in healthcare education

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4 February 2026

We are pleased to reshare this AI week podcast, where we explore the research methodology for developing the Principles of Generative AI in healthcare. Speakers Ruth Paterson, Marc Griffiths and Dao Tunprasert outline the collaborative and multi-professional nature of the process, as well as how feedback from various stakeholder groups has been critical in the development of…