Formal learning
Certificates showing completion of formal learning through study days; virtual and in-person training courses
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Certificate (1).pdfImproving healthcare through research.pdfImproving Healthcare Through Clinical Research
Nov - Dec 24. 4 week course
This online training provided by University of Leeds taught me about the research process from conception through to publication and putting research into practise.
I now understand the importance of continual research to develop best practise. I also appreciate the need for teamwork and collaborating with patients who have lived-experience of conditions which makes them excellent research guides for recruitment and retention.
It also talked about the future of research through virtual clinics, tissue banks and even matching treatment to genes.
NIHSS score sheet for knowledge test.pdfNIHSS scale Pt A.pdfNIHSS scale Pt B.pdfNIHSS certificate of completion.pdfNIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Nov 24. Half day, virtual, e-learning
NIHSS training was intense but rewarding. They provided lots of practise which is great for getting a objective and standardised approach to scoring. This ensure good intra- and inter-reliability of tester. I was particularly proud of my score (88/90, 98%) which shows I had good consistency with the trainers.
I feel this demonstrate my ability to learn a valid outcome measure and complete it with good reliability and consistency.
Stroke Core Competency test_Josh_Blackwell.pdfWebDCU mRS certificate.pdfResearch_involving_participants_lacking_mental_capacity.pdfCertificate_of_attendance.pdfGood_Clinical_Practice.pdfFundamentals_of_Clinical_Research_for_IMP_Management.pdfCertificates_Post_21st_Aug_2021.pdfResearch_involving_Human_Tissue.pdfHENRY training
Apr 24. 2 day, in person course.
HENRY is a charity with the aim of promoting the best possible start through empower parents and encouraging healthy lifestyle changes.
This training was important at getting me to recognise when a parent/young person was seeking change and how to capitalise on this through having positive conversations and 'nudging' to support them in their desire for change
HENRY training Certificate.pdfDissertation poster
Dissertation poster
Apr 2023. Oxford Brookes University
My dissertation partner and I presented this poster at a dissertation symposium held at our university as well as the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) Annual Student Conference (held in Oct 2023). Although a bit nerve-racking, it was a great experience to share our findings with the wider health professional community as well as improving our confidence at speaking professional in front of our peers and other therapists.
The poster summarised our dissertation findings which investigated hand function and perception in children with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy.
Poster presentation.pdf
NEWS2 eTraining
Dec 23. Online
Completed online training on conducting formal patient observations based on the six physiological parameters and completing corresponding NEWS2 score calculations in the acute care.
Completing this training helps me day-to-day on the ward when assessing patient stability and guiding my treatment decisions as well as treatment outcomes. Formal procedure is essential for standardised, effective and safe care. By having rigorous scoring systems, deteriorating patients can be clearly identified and appropriate action taken.
A tool which can be used in collaboration with this is the SBAR communication aid, which ensure effective verbal communication between clinicians.
List of my completed placements
List of my completed placements
PreviousPlacements_Josh.pdfCase study - LBP.pptxPlacement #5
Placement #5
Jan - Feb 2023. Outpatient MSK Services, St Mark's Hospital.
As part of my final placement, I delivered a presentation to my educator and their team detailing a case study. I choose to talk about a patient who presenting condition was lower back pain. The patient had been given some misinformation around management and prognosis so treatment revolved around reassurance and education. I reflected on my knowledge gap and so talked about my further reading on lower back pain and morphological abnormality found on investigation the patient had been told about. See the presentation for further details.
Oxford University Hospitals.pdfPlacement #4
Placement #4
Oct - Dec 2022. Oxford Centre for Enablement, Nuffield Orthopaedic Hospital.
I gave a presentation to the neuro PT team about the use of partial bodyweight supported treadmill training following spinal cord injury. The presentation helped with my confidence delivering to an audience and reflecting on what is 'evidence-based practise' and how we deliver it. To the left are some feedback points I was kindly given by the team.
Creating pathways_presentation [TREADMILL TRAINING FOLLOWING SCI]-2.pdfSports Massage
Aug 2022 - 3 day, in person
After seeing massage done on various placements, I thought this might be a useful adjunct to my practise. Although the evidence is poor for the use of massage to effectively treat any condition in the medium-long term, for patients living with long-term conditions observations of the short-term effect, especially as an adjunct to other treatments, appeared somewhat effective.
I have the privilege to use these skills after the London Marathon 2024 to aid in the recovery/warm down of runners. Anecdotally, many of the runners reported improvements in pain and relaxation after massage.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sports Massage.pdfHealth Education England.pdfVolunteer vaccinator
2021 - In person, 1 day
As part of the response to COVID-19, I trained as a volunteer vaccinator. I completed the training, and volunteered at various sites across Oxfordshire to roll out the vaccine. I also worked as a Medical Administrator at clinics, completing initial administrative tasks and updating medical records.
Working over COVID-19 at vaccination centres was a rewarding and interesting experience. I got exposure to vaccine sceptics and developed my persuasive as well as informed consent skills. This required succinct and quick delivery of information, in a clear and understandable manner for each patient.
LD training.pdfLearning Disability training
Jan 2020 - In person, 1 day
In order to deliver some in-service training to my team, I attended some additional training to ensure I was providing up to date and trust-supported advice. The training also allowed me to network with the LD team at the hospital, ensuring I had a face to the name and I was known to their team. This definitely improved interdisciplinary teamworking and ensured the most trained professionals were being used effectively.
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