Implementing the competency Framework Public Health England Webinar

Implementing the competency Framework Public Health England Webinar Dr Ifeoma Onyia Public Health Consultant Halton Borough Council www. halton. gov. uk 1

Implementing the competency framework: Context • Halton is in the North West • Population of 125 000 people • Delivery of Health Checks predominantly via primary care • Council based health improvement team • Health trainers in community and primary care • Point of care blood tests POCT used • Training needs prompted use of competency framework www. halton. gov. uk 1

Implementing the competency framework: www. halton. gov. uk Performance 2

Implementing the competency framework: Process • Check of basic skills-The Core Competences for Healthcare Support Workers • Updating skills - using local training dept/ CCG • Delivery of Health Checks bespoke training – framework linked • Portfolio Assessments • Direct Observation • 1: 1 meetings www. halton. gov. uk 3

Implementing the competency framework: Core Competencies 4 • Measured by self assessment and managers review • Top – up training provided Source: PHE NHS Health Check competence framework June 2014 www. halton. gov. uk

Implementing the competency framework: www. halton. gov. uk Halton's Approach 5

Implementing the competency framework: Technical Source: PHE NHS Health Check competence framework June 2014 www. halton. gov. uk competencies 6

Implementing the competency framework: Programme example • NOTE: only for use with new staff Phase 1 Course Introduction to the role Introduction to the team/service 2 3 RSPH Level 2 Understanding Health Improvement Alcohol IBA & Smoking (Plus additional time for NCSCT) 7 hours (full day) 4 5 Health Check Training with bloods Mental Health Connect 5 Healthy Diets 14 hours ( 2 days) 2. 5 hours ( half day) 2. 5 hours (half day) 6 7 Diabetes/IGR & Physical Activity Services and Signposting Guest speakers Community Mapping 7 hours (full day) www. halton. gov. uk Tutor Hours 7 hours (full day) 7

Implementing the competency framework: Other training issues • Additional training is provided on diagnostic tests using POCT and use of GPPAQ, QRISK 2 etc • Shorter courses are available which run for two days minimum • Refresher appraisals in line with framework is also conducted annually • Shorter courses have been offered to staff who work alongside health trainers www. halton. gov. uk 8

Implementing the competency framework: Challenges • Time • Cost • Trainer skills as a limited resource • “Clinical Sign off” • Rolling out to primary care • Localising the content www. halton. gov. uk 9

Implementing the competency framework: Further Information • Contact me: ifeoma. onyia@halton. gov. uk www. halton. gov. uk 10