HSCP Mid-career Leadership and Retention Workshop

Expression of Interest

Our colleagues at The Irish Nutrition and Dietetic Institute are pleased to lead out on this Interdisciplinary HSE NHSCPO-funded CPD Opportunity for HSCP’s who are in the middle stages of their career (7-12 years post-qualification, in a senior post).

ELIGIBILITY:

- This CPD event is for HSCP’s who are mid-career, e.g. 7-12 years post-qualified, and in a Senior OT role.

- This courses is funded by the HSE National HSCP Office. Participants must be HSE or Section 38/39 employees.

- This CPD event is open to both Professional Body Members and Non-Members

- For HSCP professionals outside of OT, please see your relevant professional body website for more information

Please note There are very limited places available on this course. Applications are to be considered an expression of interest, and successful applicant(s) will be advised in the coming weeks of the outcome of their application, which will be based on the order of when applications were made and eligibility criteria being met.

WORKSHOP OVERVIEW

This interactive half-day workshop is designed for mid-career HSCPs (7–12 years post-qualification and in a senior post) and focuses on building:

· Confidence in multidisciplinary environments

· Leadership identity without formal authority

· Practical skills for progression and influence

· Sustainable ways of working under pressure

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Through a combination of facilitated discussion, individual reflection, paired/group exercises and exploring practical frameworks and tools, by the end of the course participants should be able to:

· Articulate their value and contribution within Interdisciplinary settings

· Apply practical influencing strategies

· Demonstrate leadership behaviours

· Approach challenging or upward conversations with greater confidence

· Identify clear, realistic next steps for career progression

· Use simple tools to manage pressure and protect capacity

Participants will leave with:

· A clearer sense of their professional value and direction

· Practical tools for:

o Influencing

o Conversations

o Career planning

· Increased confidence to take next steps

· A feeling of being re-energised rather than overwhelmed

CORE THEMES

The workshop will integrate the following themes in a cohesive flow:

Confidence & Influence

· Speaking up in interdisciplinary environments

· Being heard without needing to be the loudest voice

· Positioning expertise with credibility

Leadership Without Title

· Everyday leadership behaviours

· Owning impact and responsibility

· Moving from “doer” → “shaper”

Difficult Conversations

· Preparing for upward conversations

· Navigating hierarchy and sensitivity

· Clear, constructive communication

Career Progression

· Understanding progression pathways (specialist / advanced / leadership)

· Identifying readiness gaps

· Taking realistic next steps

Resilience & Sustainability

· Managing workload pressure

· Boundaries and energy management

· Avoiding burnout while progressing

COURSE FACILITATOR: Fiona Buckley

Fiona Buckley has 25 years facilitation experience and is a well-known work behaviourist, master career coach and international key note speaker. She is also an Irish times best-selling author with her new debut book “The Courage to be you- in the workplace”. Fiona is known for her energy, relatability and practicality.

Application and Payment information:

• Payment in full is taken at the time of application.
• Payment of the fee does not guarantee you a place at this event.
• Full payment must be received prior to the closing date in order to secure your place.
• If the event is oversubscribed you will be provided with a full refund.
• Successful applicants will be notified that they have a place at the event following the closing date.
• Places are limited and members are advised to apply early to secure a place.
• Please note: notifications will be sent to the email address entered on this application form. Please make sure to enter correctly the email address you wish to use for communication about this event.
• Please read our CPD events cancellation/refund policy. See AOTI T&Cs