Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 25/06/2026Researchers at The University of Sheffield have secured £7.5 million from the UK's Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA) to develop a new approach to protecting people from respiratory viruses. Read more about the 11 projects being funded 👇 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 24/06/2026The climate crisis is a health crisis🌍 Join our Sustainability Network on 1 July at 12.30pm for a screening of the People's Emergency Briefing, followed by a discussion on our collective response. 📍 University of Sheffield Medical School 🔗 Book your FREE place: www.eventbrite.com/e/national-e... 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 19/06/2026Congratulations to our apprenticeship team who have been nominated for Compliance Team of the Year at The Quality Professionals Awards 2026, which take place today!👏 By maintaining high quality apprenticeship compliance, we can offer the best possible experience to students and employer partners. 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 19/05/2026Did you know speech and language therapists (SLTs) play a big role in helping people living with #dementia? Our SLT students spend 8 weeks in our Life Story Clinic. Guided by clinicians, they help clients: ✨ Share life stories 💬 Practice conversation ☕ Reminisce and connect #DementiaActionWeek 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 13/05/2026Sarah Sharman, a Pharmacy Technician and Clinical Educator in our Faculty, is helping to tackle health inequalities in the LGBTQIA+ community. She co-founded the Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK Pride Branch, after noticing a lack of LGBTQIA+ support and education within the organisation (1/2) 100
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 12/05/2026It's #InternationalNursesDay💙 Nurses play a vital role in healthcare - in hospitals, in the community, and in people's homes. To our students, graduates and educators: thank you for everything you do 🙏 010
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 08/05/2026It's Dysarthria Awareness Day! Clients with dysarthria, their families and #SLT students and staff have been at @sheffielduni.bsky.social raising awareness of the condition. Learn more about #dysarthria and how you can help people with the condition 👇 hcsclinic.sites.sheffield.ac.uk/services-and... 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 06/05/2026The application window for the first #Orthoptics apprenticeship (starting Sept 2026) closes at the end of this month! - 36-month level 6 degree apprenticeship - Online university teaching with work-based learning - NHSE training grants (£8,300/yr) Find out more 👇 sheffield.ac.uk/ahpnm/appren...sheffield.ac.ukBSc (Hons) Orthoptics degree apprenticeshipThis three-year (36 month) degree apprenticeship allows you to combine work and study, and qualify to practise as an orthoptist. The British and Irish Orthoptic Society (BIOS) are supporting the Unive... 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 05/05/2026The impact of our Schwartz Rounds for students have been recognised at @sheffielduni.bsky.social's Education Awards! Sally Snowden and Karzan Hughes were nominated for their part in supporting students 👇 www.shef.ac.uk/ahpnm/news/schwartz-rounds-facilitators-recognised-university-education-awardsshef.ac.ukSchwartz Rounds facilitators recognised at University Education AwardsThe impact of our Schwartz Rounds on healthcare students has been recognised at the University of Sheffield's Education Awards 2026. 010
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 01/05/2026To mark Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists Day, we're celebrating the evolution of these professions, from the first experimental training to the BSc courses of today. Read more 👇 shef.ac.uk/dentalschool/news/celebrating-pioneers-oral-health-national-dental-hygienist-and-dental-therapist-day 011
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 27/04/2026Did you know the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) now applies to Nursing Associates and General Practice Nurses? This scheme allows primary care services to 'grow their own' staff with minimal financial impact. Contact us to find out more 👇 sheffield.ac.uk/ahpnm/appren... 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 24/04/2026Good luck to our Nursing Apprenticeship team who are on the way to the Student Nursing Times 2026 Awards! 🥳 They've been shortlisted in the Nursing Associate Training Programme Provider of the Year (pre-reg) category, in recognition of their outstanding student support. We wish them all the best🤞 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 22/04/2026The 2026 Planetary Health Report Card has been released today and our Medical and Dental Schools have both demonstrated impressive year-on-year improvement! 👏 These student-led report cards highlight our commitment to successfully embed sustainability into the curriculum. Read more: phreportcard.orgphreportcard.orgHome - PHRCLaunch page for PHRC initiative with summary, interactive map, and success stories. 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 20/04/2026We're delighted to have been shortlisted at the South Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards!🥳 Our Nursing Apprenticeship team has been nominated in the Training Provider/Programme category, and four of our healthcare apprentices have also made the shortlist. Read more: www.thestar.co.uk/business/fin...thestar.co.ukFinalists in the South Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards revealedWe’re thrilled to reveal the finalists for this year’s South Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards — a celebration of the outstanding individuals, training providers and businesses shaping the region’s futu... 000
Reposted by Faculty of Health | University of SheffieldIsabel N Christie PhD @izzynchristie.bsky.social · 14/04/2026I'm taking part in the #BigWalk2026 to raise money for young lungs. Please sponsor me for a good cause 🫁 @sheffielduni.bsky.social @insigneoinstitute.bsky.social @fohsheffield.bsky.social www.justgiving.com/page/isabel-...justgiving.comIsabel Christie's fundraiser for University of SheffieldHelp Isabel Christie raise money to support University of Sheffield 021
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 13/04/2026We're re-launching our Level 5 Student Nursing Associate apprenticeship, with a stronger emphasis on blended learning ✍️ With face-to-face and off-campus study days, the course puts apprentices in charge of their learning. Read more: shef.ac.uk/ahpnm/apprenticeships/programmes/nursing-associateshef.ac.ukStudent Nursing Associate apprenticeshipThis accredited Nursing Associate foundation degree apprenticeship covers all four fields of nursing: Adult, Paediatric, Mental Health, and Learning Disability. This is a blended learning course, spli... 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 19/03/2026Our Speech and Language Therapy #apprenticeship recruitment deadline is fast approaching! Follow the link below to learn more and complete your Expression of Interest form before Friday 17 April⬇️ sheffield.ac.uk/ahpnm/appren... #SpeechAndLanguageTherapysheffield.ac.ukBSc Speech and Language Therapy apprenticeshipThis four-year degree apprenticeship allows you to combine work and study, and qualify to practise as a Speech and Language Therapist. 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 09/03/2026Registration for our lunchtime apprenticeship webinar closes tomorrow! Follow the link below to book your place 👇 000
Reposted by Faculty of Health | University of SheffieldNursing Times @nursingtimes.bsky.social · 23/02/2026Student Nursing Times Awards shortlist announced for 2026 The students, educators and organisations that have made the shortlist for the 16th Student Nursing Times Awards have been revealed. #education #students #SNTA #nursing #university #healthcare #awards www.nursingtimes.net/education-an...nursingtimes.netStudent Nursing Times Awards shortlist announced for 2026The students, educators and organisations that have made the shortlist for the 16th Student Nursing Times Awards have been revealed. 022
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 27/02/2026We've been shortlisted for the Student Nursing Times Nursing Associate Training Programme Provider of the Year award! 👏 The nomination shines a spotlight on our student support and our relationships with practice partners. Congratulations to the #apprenticeship team! (1/2) @nursingtimes.bsky.social 100
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 27/02/2026Thinking about postgraduate study in Biological or Life Sciences? Book onto our upcoming Masters Discovery Session 📅 Tuesday 10 March ⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM 📍Sheffield Students' Union - Discovery Rooms Book here: sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate... 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 13/02/2026To close out #NationalApprenticeshipWeek we spoke to Katherine Oliver, our newly appointed nursing apprenticeship Programme Lead who describes our apprentices as 'a joy to teach'. Read Katherine's story👇 sheffield.ac.uk/ahpnm/news/n... #NAW2026 #CelebrationFriday @katherineoliver.bsky.social 011
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 12/02/2026Employers: join our upcoming apprenticeship webinar and discover how our research-informed courses can benefit your NHS Trust or healthcare organisation. 🗓️11 March, 12.30-1.30pm 🧑For senior leaders or apprenticeship, ACP or development leads app.geckoform.com/public/#/mod... #NAW2026 #SkillsForLife 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Increased confidence, stronger relationships with colleagues, and new opportunities🌟 These are the benefits of an #apprenticeship that ring true for our students Sarah and Najoua👇 #NAW2026 #ApprenticeshipsForAll #SkillsForLife #NationalApprenticeshipWeek (1/3) 100
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 10/02/2026"We now have an advanced clinician who can deal with on the day appointments and help us manage demand from our patients." Rachel Crossley, Shiregreen Medical Centre. Learn how our apprenticeships could benefit your workforce at our employer webinar on 11 March 👇 app.geckoform.com/public/#/mod... 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 09/02/2026Its #NationalApprenticeshipWeek! We sat down with Sheffield alum Laura Haslam to talk about her career journey, and her role leading our new BSc #Orthoptics apprenticeship 👇 shef.ac.uk/ahpnm/news/national-apprenticeship-week-laura-haslam-bsc-orthoptics #NAW2026 @sheffielduni.bsky.socialshef.ac.ukNational Apprenticeship Week: Laura Haslam, BSc OrthopticsFor National Apprenticeship Week we’re sitting down with staff and students of our apprenticeship programmes. Today we’re speaking to Laura Haslam, university teacher and the programme lead of our new... 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 04/02/2026We're now accepting applications for our BSc #Orthoptics apprenticeship, starting in September 2026 📣 Apprentices will combine work and study over 36 months, becoming specialists in diagnosing and managing a range of conditions relating to vision. Find out more 👇 sheffield.ac.uk/ahpnm/appren...sheffield.ac.ukBSc Orthoptics apprenticeshipThis three-year (36 month) degree apprenticeship allows you to combine work and study, and qualify to practise as an orthoptist. The British and Irish Orthoptic Society (BIOS) are supporting the Unive... 012
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 09/01/2026📢 the first Orthoptics degree apprenticeship is launching this September at @sheffielduni.bsky.social! We're hosting a webinar with BIOS and NHS England on 2 Feb (11:30am–1:30pm) to help employers, service managers and AHP leads get ready. Book your place 👇 orthoptics.org.uk/orthoptic-ap...orthoptics.org.ukOrthoptic Apprenticeship Webinar - 2nd February 2026, 11.30am - 1.30pm - BIOSWe’re delighted to partner with NHS England to host a Webinar to prepare employers, managers and the wider workforce systems for the introduction of the Level 6 Degree apprenticeship in Orthoptics, co... 010
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 06/01/2026We're now taking applications for September 2026 across a range of health CPD courses: - Advanced Clinical Practice - Clinical Research - Medical Education - Vision and Strabismus Ready to upskill your team? Explore our masters programmes 👉 sheffield.ac.uk/health/cpd 001
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 18/12/2025From new teaching spaces and programmes to world-leading research and major funding awards, the past year has showcased the strength and ambition of our Faculty 👏 As 2025 draws to a close, join us in celebrating twelve of our biggest milestones from 2025 👇 sheffield.ac.uk/health/news/... 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 10/11/2025It's Advanced Practice Week! Advanced clinical practitioners (ACPs) are healthcare professionals who've undergone master's level training to expand their scope of practice and improve patient care. Here's a quote from Lorna about the support we've offered her team on our Neonatal programme 👇 (1/3) 110
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 07/11/2025🌟 Alumni Spotlight – Harry Baker 🌟 MSc Translational Neuroscience grad now pursuing a funded PhD at SiTraN! Inspired? Join our Postgraduate Open Day on 26 Nov – link in comments! 120
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 06/11/2025What an evening! Sipho Eric Ndlovu's recent sell-out show, 'Immmperfect Impediment: My Stammering Journey' at @sheffielduni.bsky.social was a huge success! We raised £535 for @stamma.bsky.social 👏 Thanks to Sipho, @lucydslt.bsky.social, and our amazing student volunteers for making this happen! 030
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 06/11/2025Did you catch Sheffield alum Finn Burgum on the latest episode of The Careers Podcast? Listen in and find out more about the fascinating role orthoptists play in healthcare 👇 open.spotify.com/episode/1Ju8... 031
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 05/11/2025This is your final call to book your FREE place at our on-campus Health Apprenticeship Employer Conference on 12 November, 1-4pm, to find out more about our apprenticeships. Book now: app.geckoform.com/public/#/mod... Here's why you should train an apprentice at @sheffielduni.bsky.social 👇 010
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 29/10/2025Our Clinical Educator Tom Connelly joined the latest ep of the Just a Sharp Scratch podcast to share his journey into nursing, and the misconceptions surrounding the #NursingAssociate role. Listen in 👇 open.spotify.com/episode/26Ft... #Nursing #Apprenticeships #SkillsForLife #NursingCareersopen.spotify.comFrom Front line to Classroom: Tom Connelly’s Path in NursingSpotify video 120
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 21/10/2025Did you catch Sipho Eric Ndlovu's interview with Hannah Sackville-Bryant on BBC Upload this weekend? Listen in from 1hr10 to find out more about his upcoming Immmperfect Impediment event on 22 Oct at @sheffielduni.bsky.social 👇 bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... 🎟️Tickets: stamma.org/about-us/new... 020
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 12/10/2025Join us on International #Stammering Awareness Day for a captivating and uplifting spoken word poetry performance with Sipho Eric Ndlovu. Proceeds will go to STAMMA, the UK's leading stammering charity. 🗓️ 22 October, 6 - 7.45pm 📍 Mappin Hall 💵 £8/£5 (concessions) Tickets:stamma.org'Immmperfect Impediment' event in SheffieldThe University of Sheffield invites you to a special spoken word poetry event this International Stammering Awareness Day. 010
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 10/10/2025Our inaugural Health #Apprenticeship Employer Conference is open for bookings! ✔️Explore our programmes and support services ✔️Learn more about apprenticeship funding ✔️Network, and chat to our apprentices 🗓️12 November, 1-4pm at the Medical School Book 👇 app.geckoform.com/public/#/mod... 010
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 03/10/2025📣 TEACHERS: Need a free engaging resource for science/careers classes? Discover Dentistry is our free, 6-week online course that's sure to spark curiosity and answer questions about entering the profession. Share with your students! 👇 sheffield.ac.uk/dentalschool... #Teaching #UKEdChat #STEM #KS4 020
Reposted by Faculty of Health | University of SheffieldSheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust @sth.nhs.uk · 01/10/2025We are delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Chris McDermott as the new Director of the NIHR Sheffield Biomedical Research Centre. Chris begins his tenure today, with a vision to grow the BRC further, incorporating other world-leading themes. www.sth.nhs.uk/news/2025/10... 132
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 30/09/2025#Teachers (Y10-13): don't miss this fascinating and FREE uni event! On 6 Nov we're hosting a series of interactive workshops on communication - from online trolls to the science of how we speak👇 📍 On campus 🕤 9.30am - 12.30pm 🔗 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #KS4 #KS5 #UKEdChat #Education #SLT 010
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 02/09/2025Have you heard of our Patients As Educators programme?🩺 Now in its 20th year, the initiative places real patients at the heart of clinical education. Find out how the scheme is helping give our health students a head start in their careers👇 sheffield.ac.uk/smph/news/pa... @sheffielduni.bsky.socialsheffield.ac.ukPatients helping to put students on the fast track to medical excellence for 20 yearsPatients have been helping to put aspiring healthcare professionals at the University of Sheffield on the fast track to medical excellence with an innovative learning programme for over 20 years. 022
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 01/09/2025🔬 Anatomy, Sheffield style! Blending a proud 200-year history with modern innovation, we’re shaping the next generation of doctors, dentists, and biomedical scientists. Curious? Discover what makes Anatomy at Sheffield unforgettable 🔗 lnkd.in/dPHJpHWElnkd.inLinkedInThis link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 27/08/2025There's still time to sign up to our webinar to find out more about the #orthoptics level 6 #apprenticeship we're developing 👇 📅 Wednesday 10 September 🕛 12.30pm - 1.30pm 🔗 tinyurl.com/orthopticswe... #UKApprenticeships #HealthCareers 010
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 14/08/2025Congratulations to everyone receiving their A-level results today, and welcome to those of you joining us in September🥳 If you're going through #Clearing today we have places available! Visit sheffield.ac.uk/clearing for details. #ALevels2025 #ResultsDay #UCAS2025 #ResultsDay2025sheffield.ac.ukResults and Clearing 2025If you're a high achieving student you can still join a Russell Group and World Top 100 university through Clearing. 000
Reposted by Faculty of Health | University of SheffieldThe Lister Institute of Preventive Medicine @thelisterinstitute.bsky.social · 12/08/2025Check out this @sundaypost.com article on identical twins involved in #ListerFellow Johnathan Cooper-Knock's research on motor neurone disease. #MND #ALS @sheffielduni.bsky.social @fohsheffield.bsky.social 👉 www.sundaypost.com/fp/could-exe...sundaypost.comCould exercise carried out by twins hold the key to MND cure?Identical twins may hold the clue to why some people develop motor neurone disease (MND) and others don’t. 011
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 11/08/2025We're developing a level 6 #orthoptics #apprenticeship to help people train in their local community and support #NHS workforce recruitment. Join our webinar next month to find out more ⬇️ 📅10 September, 12.30 - 1.30pm 🔗https://tinyurl.com/orthopticswebinar #skillsforlife 000
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 05/08/2025A new report from Nutrition North (incl. Uni of Sheffield) reveals deep nutritional inequality in England. Northern communities face the worst food insecurity, poor diets & highest rates of obesity, cancer, CVD & diabetes. 🔗 sheffield.ac.uk/health/news/... @thenhsa.bsky.socialsheffield.ac.ukUrgent Action Needed as New Report Links Poor Diets in the North to Higher Rates of Disease and MortalityUniversity of Sheffield researchers call for targeted investment to tackle nutrition crisis in northern England. 041
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield @fohsheffield.bsky.social · 25/07/2025This week we've had the honour of celebrating our 2025 graduating class 🎓 We couldn't be prouder of everything our students have achieved over the last few years 👏 Here's how it feels to graduate from @sheffielduni.bsky.social in their words 👇 #Graduation #ClassOf2025 #SheffieldIsSuper 020