Training and education

Providing a range of training and education opportunities for general practice staff, clinical and non clinical, ARRS, PCN staff.

Our Service

At East Lancashire Alliance, we support primary care teams to build the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to deliver high-quality patient care. Our training and development service is designed to meet the needs of practice and PCN teams. Whether clinical or non-clinical, we create opportunities for staff at all levels to learn, connect, and grow.

What we offer

We offer a varied programme of training, events and shared learning opportunities throughout the year, including:

  • Clinical education sessions on key topics such as menopause, paediatric care, ADHD, and long-term condition management
  • System training and support, including EMIS user groups delivered in partnership with MLCSU and EMIS, helping staff get the most from complex clinical systems
  • Protected Learning Time (PLT) events, bringing teams together to focus on priority areas such as improving patient wellbeing and promoting physical activity in practice
  • Essential skills training, including Basic Life Support and Information Governance
  • Workforce development sessions covering national priorities and emerging topics, such as the NHS 10-Year Plan
  • Primary Care working groups, creating space for collaboration, shared problem-solving and peer learning
Online learning

In addition to our live training sessions, we also offer a range of on demand learning sessions through our online portal. These cover topics including:

  • Equality, diversity and inclusion awareness
  • Cyber security and GDPR
  • Communication and leadership skills
  • Mental health and resilience
  • Time management and productivity
  • Sustainability and workplace wellbeing


To access staff training resources and explore upcoming training events, visit the staff portal.

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