Personal development

The Institute of Health and Social Care Studies operates on a rolling five-year strategy and currently offers an amazing number of courses, study days and training sessions which staff are encouraged to access.

Our links with Univeristy of East Anglia (UEA) and Edexcel provide academic recognition for the Institute’s diplomas, degrees and NVQs. We have a well-resourced library and employ a qualified librarian, in addition to a team of experienced lecturers.

As a new member of staff, you’ll undertake a three-day induction course designed to tell you how the Department is governed and managed, as well as mandatory training in basic life support, moving and handling and fire awareness.

The current five-year plan for Nursing, Midwifery and Health Visiting was written in consultation with all professional staff and sets targets for the ongoing development of knowledge, skills and attitudes. The Knowledge and Skills Framework element of Agenda For Change has been implemented here, though only for Nurses and Midwives.  Its purpose is to support effective learning and development of staff and to facilitate the development of services to meet the needs of users.

A number of other initiatives are under way for health ans social care staff.  For further information, please see the links to the right.  Included are a complete overview of the department and the current inistitute prospectus.  You can also visit the website http://www.ihscs.gov.gg.

The Institute is also keen to hear from individuals who are interested in joining them. For further information, please email us

I look forward to welcoming you to Guernsey.


Wilma Edwards
Director of Human Resources
Director for the Institute of health and Social Care Studies