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MODULE 5: Training and Consultancy
5.1 The Requirement
The process of establishing a DRS programme is complex; policies, procedures, patient pathways, security and patient consent arrangements,
invitation and bookings processes, screening and grading arrangements and training of key individuals must all be addressed.
The scope of the task should not be underestimated. e should also be supported
by a medical director/medical directorate or advisory body and have an element of external quality assurance.
5.2 The Issues
Although there is a NSC web-site available and some limited networks are operational, assistance at the right level is
not always available. Training key members of the team and the provision of consultancy services are required to support
the establishment of DRS programmes and resolve issues and weaknesses.
5.3 The Solution
Although the approach to establishing a particular programme will be different in different locations, there are a set
of common processes and issues that would benefit from the expertise of 1st Retinal Screen's senior management.
We have made arrangements with The Diabetes Eye Fund to enhance their DRS training courses. Training courses will continue
to be provided by The Diabetes Eye Fund, a charitable organisation; however 1st Retinal Screen will provide the course
administration; enhance the training materials and assist in extending the range of courses available. 1st Retinal Screen
is also sponsoring the training courses resulting in a reduction in the cost to NHS participants.
1st Retinal Screen can provide access to the following Training Courses:
- Diabetic Retinopathy Screening and Grading Course -
Consisting of a four day training course backed by Roehampton University for a price of £450 per
NHS delegate and £600 per Private Sector delegate. This course incorporates four days of lectures
and grading exercises; two subsequent CD Rom or Internet based grading exercises; a 2,500 word essay;
and a competency based timed grading examination.
- DRS Programme Managers Course -
Consisting of a two day training course for a price of £400 per NHS delegate.
This course covers all aspects of establishing and successfully operating a DRS programme.
It will major on the screening policies, patient pathways, security and patient consent
arrangements and the practical arrangements that need to be established. Specific
problems and issues of delegates will also be discussed and hopefully a resolution identified.
- DRS Taking Quality Digital Images Course -
Consisting of a one day training course for a price of £250 per NHS delegate.
This course will give delegates practical experience in taking quality photographs
and in resolving associated problems.
- DRS for General Practice - What you Need to Know Course -
Consisting of a comprehensive four hour briefing for General Practice on DRS, priced
at £150 per NHS delegate. This course will detail the findings from diabetic retinopathy
screening, the DR and Non-DR results and how to deal with them. Who should be included
within a DRS programme and who should be excludes, in addition to the security and patient
consent arrangements that need to be established.
Further details of the Training Courses are available from the Training Support Desk on 01270 527373 and will also be published on the web-site.
Consultancy support is offered to assist in all aspects of DRS.
- Consultancy Services -
1st Retinal Screen management team has a wealth of experience in establishing DRS
programmes and has applied this experience in delivering DRS programmes to
several PCTs. Our senior personnel can offer assistance on a whole range of
issues associated with the establishment and operation of a DRS programme.
This includes anything from assistance with procurement, to security and patient
consent arrangements to quality assurance arrangements.
- Interim Management of DRS Programmes -
1st Retinal Screen employs three senior managers who would be available
to assist in the management of DRS programmes on an interim basis.
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