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10-day online course | £3,500 + VAT 

The Health Partners Academy Diploma in Occupational Health Practice (DipOHPrac) course is a 10-day online course designed for professionals looking to advance their career in occupational health.

This 10-day online course combines expert guidance, practical learning and personalised support to help you achieve the DipOHPrac qualification. You'll gain the confidence, knowledge and real-world insight needed to pass the FOM Diploma in Occupational Health Practice (DipOHPrac) exam.

Guided by their experienced practitioners, you will gain the specialist knowledge and practical skills essential for confidently advancing your career in occupational health.

During the course, you will:
-  Have access to their full digital suite of learning materials, from tailored webinars to detailed reading materials.

- Hear from highly qualified specialists from a range of relevant backgrounds, from toxicology and employment law to hygienists and psychologists.

- Receive 1-1 feedback and guidance on your portfolio with a specialist OH expert.

-  Join live lectures with the opportunity to ask questions directly to the experts

-  Attend group exercise activities, discussion and examination preparation sessions.

Course Dates
Week 1 - 2nd November 2026
Week 2 -  30th November 2026

The cost of this 10-day course is £3,500 per person, plus VAT.

 Book your place today via the Health Partners Academy website

The At Work Partnership - Practical OH Law Certificate 

A Virtual course - Course director and lead tutor: Prof Diana Kloss, barrister

Wednesday 4th November - Friday 6th November 2026

Do you have a particular interest in occupational health (OH) law? Join The At Work Partnership's highly regarded Practical OH Law Certificate course, led by Professor Diana Kloss. The course provides a comprehensive understanding of the full range of your legal responsibilities, enabling you to ensure that both your own work and that of your department remain fully compliant with current legislation and case law.

This intensive three-day programme is packed with thought-provoking and practical insights for OH professionals who need a strong understanding of workplace OH law. By the end of the course, you will have gained in-depth knowledge of legal issues in the workplace and a clear understanding of their implications for your organisation.

The course is delivered by some of the leading experts in the field. Professor Diana Kloss, the course director, is a recognised authority on OH law and is highly respected for her clear explanations and expert guidance. She is joined by fellow legal specialists Audrey Ludwig, Rebecca Tuck KC and Emily Yeardley, who contribute their expertise across a range of occupational health law topics, offering valuable specialist perspectives throughout the programme.

How will gaining this qualification benefit you and your organisation?

You will gain:

- A comprehensive knowledge of key occupational health legal issues, from medical confidentiality and consent to disability discrimination, employment law and fitness for work

-  Insight into the liabilities of the employer and OH professionals in criminal and civil law

- Advice on best practice and avoiding cases reaching an employment tribunal

- Guidance on tribunal legal procedure

-  An understanding of how to apply the law to different workplace scenarios and put it into context

Special Offer: Save on your bookings now with their early bird discount! Book & pay before 16th September 2026 to save up to £100+VAT.

Book your place today via The At Work Partnership website

Full-day online course for OH professionals | £395 + VAT

Wednesday 11th November 2026

The Health Partners Academy Introduction to Health Surveillance Training course is a full-day online course designed for health & safety professionals who are new to health surveillance and want to build their knowledge, confidence and practical skills.

This comprehensive training provides a clear understanding of health surveillance requirements, workplace legislation and best practice, helping you confidently assess, manage and triage cases while supporting client compliance.

Guided by their experienced practitioners, you will gain the specialist knowledge and practical skills essential for confidently advancing your career in occupational health.

What You'll Learn
- How to conduct effective health surveillance assessments
- Best practice approaches to case management
- Supporting client and employee compliance requirements
- Key workplace legislation and health surveillance responsibilities
- Collaborative approaches to workplace risk management

What's Included
- Full-day online training (9:30am to 4:30pm)
- Expert-led modules and practical guidance
- Interactive breakout sessions and live Q&A
- A supportive and engaging virtual learning environment

Who Should Attend?
- Occupational Health Advisors
- Occupational Health Physicians
- Health & Safety Practitioners
- Professionals who are new to health surveillance and looking to develop expertise in this area

The cost of this full-day course is £395 per person, plus VAT.

Book your place today via the Health Partners Academy website

Scottish Group of the Society of Occupational Medicine
Annual Scientific Meeting 2026: The Future of Work and Health
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow 
Friday 20th November. Registration and coffee from 8.45am. Professional updates: 9.30am-5pm

We are delighted to open booking for the Scottish SOM Annual Scientific Meeting 2026. This meeting brings together colleagues with an interest in health and work, including Physicians, Doctors, Nurses, Allied Healthcare Professionals, General Practitioners and Researchers.

This year's theme is the Future of Work and Health. We are excited to welcome experts at the forefront of their fields for an engaging discussion about how cutting edge changes in health and technology will affect work, delivering insights with clear relevance to practice. There will be ample opportunity to reconnect with colleagues and meet new ones, in our networking breaks.

Programme highlights:

The Changing World of Work
- Psychological Health at Work: What Makes a Difference? Professor Neil Greenberg, President of the Society of Occupational Medicine.
- Obesity, GLP-1 Therapies and Work. Professor Naveed Sattar, University of Glasgow 

Innovation in Clinical Practice: Implications for Work
- Diabetes Technology, Cognitive Performance and Safety at Work. Professor Rory McCrimmon, University of Dundee
- Emerging Treatments in Mental Health: Ketamine and Novel Therapies. Professor Hamish McAllister-Williams, University of Newcastle
- In Conversation: How Will Psychedelic Treatments Impact on Work? Professor Hamish McAllister-Williams and Dr Oli Chapman

From Evidence to Experience: Applying OH principles
- Occupational Health at a Turning Point: Lessons from 30 Years of OH Leadership. Dr Chris Pugh, Senior Consultant Physician in Occupational Health
- Rehabilitation: Optimising Function. Dr Lynne Hutton, Consultant and Training Programme Lead in Rehabilitation Medicine

Looking Ahead
- Work Smart: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Occupational Medicine. Dr Lara Shemtob, Imperial College London

We will end the day with an interactive panel discussion:

Occupational Health 2035
What will change? What challenges will we face? How should we adapt? 
Chaired by Professor Drushca Lalloo, with confirmed panellists:
- Clare Brown, Senior Specialist Occupational Health Nurse, Chair of the SOM North East region
- Dr Aneka Popat, Occupational Health Physician and author of leadership principles for the General Medical Council
- Dr Munna Roy, Consultant Physician in Occupational Health with expertise in Occupational Health business development

Why attend?
- Explore emerging clinical and workplace developments relevant to occupational health.
- Gain practical insights that can inform contemporary practice.
- Engage directly with leading speakers and experienced practitioners.
- Connect with colleagues working across the NHS, industry, defence, academia and independent practice.
- Contribute to discussion about the future direction of occupational medicine.

Registration fees:
Full-time Students - five subsidised places (you do not need to be a SOM member), available on a first-come, first-served basis - £20 (email Ann.Caluori@som.org.uk for discount code)
Reduced rate for SOM members who are Resident Doctors, Foundation Doctors, Occupational Health Nurses or Allied Healthcare Professionals - £75 (email Ann.Caluori@som.org.uk for discount code)
Other SOM members - £110
Non-SOM members - £135

Conference dinner
Continue the conversation at the Scottish SOM Conference Dinner: 
The Corinthian Club, Glasgow, 6pm, £50 per person. Register for the dinner here.
The dinner is open to all attendees, but places are strictly limited and early booking is strongly recommended.

We warmly welcome SOM members and non-members with an interest in occupational medicine, occupational health and the relationship between work and health, and look forward to seeing you in November.

Please ensure you are logged in to access the SOM member discount (£110). For other discounts, please email Ann Caluori for the code (details in fee section above). Please specify any dietary requirements in the relevant box on the registration page.

This event is generously sponsored by OH Partners.