Our programme seeks to deliver teaching in a consistent and engaging way. We ask that speakers stick to a proposed structure for the day (or mornings and afternoons) so that expectations are clear. Our stakeholder feedback recommends this consistency to accommodate meetings with faculty staff during breaks, maintain energy and concentration, and promote predictability and familiarity.
Note: Trainees are instructed to inform you, the speaker(s), about the need to leave a session early due to sickness or unexpected caring duties.
The current trainee numbers for the 2025-26 academic year are between n=36-40 per cohort.
The recommended teaching format typically involves a concise formal lecture presentation followed or supplemented by interactive experiential activities to engage the trainees in the learning process. Examples include small group work, demonstrations and role plays, or reflective Q&As. Trainees have stated they especially value opportunities to develop and practice these practical skills.
Further resources for designing and delivering a teaching session on our programme are listed below:
Writing Learning Outcomes for detailing session objectives and outlining content.
Digital Learning Guidance for hosting teaching sessions online.
Service users and Experts by Experience (EbEs) are a key element in the learning of trainees. Teaching staff are encouraged to think about how they can introduce real-world perspectives from individuals with lived experience into their sessions. This could involve options such as co-presenting, leading on a specific part of the teaching, or using personal stories, either directly or via recorded audio/video.
If you intend to collaborate with service users/EbEs, please notify us beforehand. This advance notice allows for their contribution to be formally recognised (e.g., on feedback forms). Financial reimbursement is available for those who contribute their time and expertise.
Further details on collaborative working can be found on the Co-Production page of this website, or the Involvement pages of the Clinical Psychology Website.
Diversity is an important factor shaping clinical theory and its practical application. The Sheffield programme actively promotes the inclusion of diversity issues throughout all teaching components. While specific sessions are dedicated to this topic, all speakers are expected to consider diversity within their teaching.
The Programme has developed a resource to aid speakers in incorporating information and discussion around diversity, available on the Diversity in Teaching page. Further information can also be found on the Clinical Psychology webpage.