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SPONSORED BY ORCHID LIVE.COM

FREE for SOM Members (please log in on the SOM website first). 

THIS WEBINAR WILL NOT BE RECORDED

Session details:

This webinar will describe the science of sleep, the impact that the monthly cycle and the menopause can have on sleep organisation, quantity and quality and the importance of optimising sleep to enhance activities of daily living and better manage other symptoms of the menstrual cycle and the menopause.

Sleep disturbances in some people during their monthly menstrual cycle and in many people living with symptoms of the menopause are common and exacerbate the challenges of activities of daily living.  A knowledge of managing sleep problems in this group is important in order to enhance their quality of life and optimise potential treatment outcomes. 

Attendees will gain an understanding of the science of sleep, how different sleep stages are relevant to the experience of disturbed menstrual and / or menopausal sleep, introduce the insomnias and parasomnias which are commonly seen in these people, and identify appropriate treatment approaches for these clients.

After the course attendees will be understand the significance of sleep quality in this group and be able to apply evidence-based interventions to assist themselves and their clients if they are Treating Healthcare Professionals.
 
Speaker bio:

Dr David Lee BSc PhD CertEd CPsychol AFBPsS CSci.  Originally a Human Biologist and then conducted a PhD in Sleep Psychology at Loughborough University's internationally renowned Sleep Research Centre examining sleep and associated quality of life in at-risk, clinical groups.  

Since then, he has held academic posts at Bradford and Newcastle Universities, lecturing in Psychobehavioural Treatments for Insomnia, and as a clinician works with those who have complex needs.  As well as training over 7,000 healthcare professionals and talking to people from over 500 organisations, he has provided consultation to companies, individuals and legal teams relating to sleep, is a Bond Solon trained expert witness and is author of ‘Teaching the World to Sleep’, Routledge publishing, 2nd edition. 

Dr Lee is Clinical Director of Sleep Unlimited, who have been training healthcare professionals and assessing individuals globally for 22 years.

 Chair: Christine Poulter

FREE for SOM Members (please log in on the SOM website). You will then be sent the join link.

Location: In Person at Compass House, Chorley OR Online

The Level 3 Certificate for Occupational Health Technicians is the leading qualification for OHTs, developed in association with the Society of Occupational Medicine.

This qualification is made up of 6 mandatory modules and is carried out over two weeks of classroom learning (split in 2 x 5 day consecutive sessions) and observations, with self-study time for assignments.

Entry Requirements
Learners should be over the age of 18 and be working as an Occupational Health Technician.

Course schedule:
- Unit 1: The role and responsibilities of the Occupational Health Technician (Day 1 - 29/09)
- Unit 2: Professional behaviour for Occupational Health Technicians (Day 2 - 30/09)
- Unit 3: Risk Management for the Occupational Health Technician (Days 3 & 4 - 01/10 - 02/10)
- Unit 4: Safe and effective use of screening equipment for occupational health technicians (Days 5, 6, 7 & 8* 03/10 and 27/10 - 29/10)
- Unit 5: Understanding fitness for role screening (Day 9* - 30/10)
- Unit 6: Understanding health risk management and health improvement (Day 10 - 31/10)
*experienced technicians do not need to attend days 8 and 9.

Assessment methods:
Learners will complete a portfolio of evidence, which will include assignments, projects, reflective journals, presentations, written questions, professional discussions and an on-site observation.

Contact info@compass-ms.co.uk for any enquiries.

Click here for more details and to register.

FOR SOM MEMBERS ONLY £35

Following our successful visit to Emma Bridgewater pottery in January, we have tied down a similar visit to the World of Wedgwood in Staffordshire for a factory tour followed by afternoon tea on Wednesday 8th October 2025.

The tour will begin at 1.30pm, followed by afternoon tea at 2.30pm. Spaces are limited to 13 people on a first come, first served basis. Please only book on if you can make it.

This is an opportunity to meet fellow SOM members in a friendly and relaxed environment. 

Unfortunately, there is no Occupational health person available for the tour, however the guide will be able to answer questions as we go round. You will interact with some of the workers, many of whom have worked there for 30+ years and they will chat about the many processes and range of skills on the factory.

There is no photography allowed on the factory however.

You can find out more about the tour online here https://www.worldofwedgwood.com/ 

SOM Members ONLY. If you are not a member, please join here www.som.org.uk

The Medical Council on Alcohol (MCA) Symposium 2025

Wednesday 19th November at the Royal College of Physicians London 

The annual MCA symposium is a key event for health professionals working to reduce alcohol-related health harms and will take place in-person with all the networking and communication advantages this offers.

The programme is aimed at clinicians and researchers across disciplines and specialties, highlighting both new research and policy and practical applications. View the programme here.

Register here.

DISCOUNT FOR SOM MEMBERS: £25 off Early Bird tickets - £210 to £185 - ends 28th July, then £35 off general tickets - £235 to £200. Email Ann.Caluori@som.org.uk for the discount code.