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A new Learning and Development Framework for CRPs is now available on NIHR Learn. In response to demand, the Framework has been designed to support the development and embedding of CRPs as a recognised research delivery profession working across the health and care system.

CRPs are intrinsic to the UK’s capacity and ability to deliver high quality health and care research. They are a key part of NIHR RDN Agile Research Delivery Teams and their role aligns closely with the ambitions of the UK Government’s 10-Year Health Plan for England and the Life Sciences Sector Plan. 

The Framework is relevant for both currently unregistered and AHCS-registered CRPs seeking to develop. It also includes resources for line managers and senior managers within employing organisations who are supporting CRP development to create a confident, professional CRP workforce.

Access the CRP Learning and Development Framework on NIHR Learn.

For any questions, please contact the RDN Workforce Development team.

Placed under the NIHR Learning Frameworks menu on NIHR Learn, this new resource brings together:

• structured guidance and nationally relevant resources for all CRPs
  
  

• e-learning modules designed to support CRPs and their managers with development
  
  

• information to help CRPs prepare for registration with the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS)

• guidance about Experienced Practitioner Gateway access to registration for those who don’t have a degree
  
  

• support for maintaining AHCS registration through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
  
  

• approaches to exploring career development opportunities as a registered CRP