We are thrilled to announce that the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme (CEP), delivered by Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), has won the prestigious 2024 HSJ Partnership Award for Best Education Programme for the NHS. The award ceremony, held last night, recognised outstanding contributions to healthcare education and innovation.
The HSJ Partnership Awards, now in its seventh year, attracted an impressive 228 entries. From this pool, 188 projects and individuals made it to the final shortlist. The sheer volume and exceptional quality of submissions underscore the remarkable levels of innovation and care continually evolving within the UK’s healthcare system.
Following a rigorous judging process, Anglia Ruskin University emerged as the clear winner. The NHS CEP stood out for its unwavering commitment to:
- Diversity: The programme actively promotes inclusivity, ensuring that healthcare professionals from all backgrounds can participate and contribute.
- Innovation: ARU’s CEP empowers NHS staff to develop groundbreaking ideas that address the challenges faced by the healthcare sector.
- Career Pathways: By nurturing talent and retaining staff within the NHS, the CEP plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare.
Established in 2016, the NHS CEP is an initiative delivered by Anglia Ruskin University in collaboration with NHS England. Its mission is clear: equip healthcare professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to drive innovation. To date, over 1,000 individuals have benefited from the program, creating a ripple effect of positive change across the healthcare landscape.
The success of the CEP wouldn’t be possible without the support of over 50 partners, including industry leaders and NHS stakeholders. Together, they have fostered a diverse and inclusive community and ecosystem for the next generation of healthcare innovators.
Professor Tony Young OBE, Professor in Medical Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Anglia Ruskin University comments, “This is truly fantastic news! Our win at the HSJ Partnership Awards 2024 for Best Education Programme for the NHS is a well-deserved recognition of the tireless efforts of our dedicated team and our invaluable NHS partners. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) for their unwavering commitment and support. Without them, this achievement would not have been possible.”
Polly Sullivan, Programme Lead, Anglia Ruskin University, “I am immensely proud of our achievement at the HSJ Partnership Awards! From its humble beginnings, our programme has steadily scaled and flourished in collaboration with Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) over the past 7 years. This recognition fuels our passion, and we are more determined than ever to forge a lasting positive impact in the field of healthcare.”
As we celebrate this remarkable achievement, NHS CEP remains committed to advancing healthcare education, championing diversity, and transforming healthcare through innovation.
To find out more about the NHS CEP visit www.nhscep.com