Training

We offer many great training opportunities for NELFT colleagues, service users, patients and researchers which enhance knowledge and skills to plan, carry out and present research while building professional networks. There is something for everyone, whether you are involved in research now or just curious about research or projects happening across the Trust.

NELFT Research and Development are running the following workshops in 2026:

Research Training Calendar

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Research Journal Club

NELFT Journal Club meets every three months to discuss and critically evaluate research journal articles in a casual and informal setting. The aim of the session is to encourage wider reading and stimulate debate and discussion across a broad range of research topics. Journal Club provides the opportunity for individuals to develop their critical appraisal skills in a relaxed and friendly environment, and is open to anyone who is interested in developing skills associated with reading, evaluating and discussing research.  

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NELFT PhD Club

PhD Club invites anyone who is undertaking a PhD at NELFT to join and get involved. The group meets every three months, straight after Journal Club.  

The Club provides a meeting space and support for individuals undertaking at PhD at NELFT. It provides an opportunity for peer support and a welcoming and supporting environment to discuss your research project. It is a useful platform to discuss issues, challenges and offer each other feedback and advice. It also provides an opportunity for shared learning and a chance to pass on relevant skills and knowledge. If you would like further details about PhD Club or have any queries, please get in touch.

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Any member of NELFT staff can become a Research Advocate, and no prior experience in research is necessary. A Research Advocate plays an important role to keep colleagues and service users informed about opportunities to take part in research at NELFT. 

This could include:

  • Working closely with researchers and research delivery staff
  • Updating colleagues with the latest research opportunities
  • Sharing cutting-edge research findings with your team
  • Networking with like-minded colleagues at NELFT

We are always looking for enthusiastic Research Advocates to work with us, and run regular training workshops to inform and connect with staff who are curious to find out more. The training will introduce you to the basics of how research works within the NHS and here at NELFT.  We can also discuss areas of research that interest you. We hope that more teams will feel informed about research and keen to take part where they can.

Our next training sessions are being held on:

11th March 2026 

15th September 2026

Contact us to find out more  academic training calendar

 

Other ways to gain research knowledge and experience:

  • Share your experiences and ideas with the team
  • Co-design and co-produce research
  • Take part in one of our studies that are looking for participants
  • Support one of our studies as a Local Collaborator, Principal Investigator or study staff
  • Find out more about Research at NELFT, and share with others
  • Join our events, workshops and conferences to expand your research skills and knowledge