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LHP Skillnet and Department of Health: Evaluating the Impact of the Gerontological Nursing Initiative Background LHP Skillnet, in partnership with the Department of Health, commissioned an independent research organisation (M-CO) to complete a...

Background LHP Skillnet is delighted to announce the launch of the Department of Health's Nursing Homes Leadership & Management Education Initiative, a new three-year national programme that will provide one fully funded QQI...

Enhancing Private Healthcare: Exclusive Live Online Masterclasses in Infection Prevention & Control In the ever-evolving landscape of private healthcare, staying ahead of best practices and regulatory requirements is essential. To support professionals in delivering...

European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) THIS LHP SKILLNET PROGRAMME IS CO-FUNDED BY THE GOVERNMENT OF IRELAND, THE EUROPEAN UNION, AND NETWORK COMPANIES www.eufunds.ie Following on from our previous post on the...

A Competency-Based Evaluation of a Postgraduate Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control (2020-2023) Lessons From a Landmark Initiative in Education Infection prevention and control (IPC) is one of the most fundamental pillars of safe...

A Standardised Induction Programme for Home Support Workers in Irish Home Care Launching Our New Research Report The Irish healthcare landscape is evolving rapidly. With one of the fastest ageing populations in the European...

Supporting Nurses & Healthcare Professionals to Enhance the Care of Residents With Complex Needs LHP Skillnet is delighted to present the Complex Care Masterclass Series, commencing in October 2026. This masterclass series provides an...

This 5-day programme is aimed at providing participants with the knowledge and skills required to care for older individuals in diverse healthcare settings. Successful completion earns a Foundation Certificate in Gerontological Nursing, with 33...

For newly promoted nurse managers, the first 100 days in leadership hold key challenges and opportunities. Ask yourself: What are your own priorities and personal strengths as a leader? And what are the habits...

Our 6-day Leadership for Healthcare programme is tailored to address the particular challenges of leading people and organisations in the residential and home care sector. For this purpose, it offers practical approaches to applying...