North West Regional Network Event University of Central Lancashire 23 rd April 2013

9.30amWelcome and Report from HEaTED 2013 Conference Dr Arthur Nicholas HEaTED North West Regional Network Coordinator 9.45amHEaTED Update Dr Katherine Forsey HEaTED Course and Regional Networks Coordinator 10.15amProfessional Registration including Q&A Debbie Brunt, Society of Biology 10.45amTea & Event Programme

11:00amUCLan Technical Services Review James Crooks Head of Technical Services, LIS 11.30amGreen Impact and Sustainable Agendas Clair Challen UCLan Environment & Sustainability Manager 12pmTechnicians Role in Advancing Widening Participation from Work Experience Supervisor to School Governor Stephanie Lee, UG Recruitment & Widening Participation Manager, The University of Event Programme

12:30pmOpen Discussions Overview, summary, conclusions, action points & action planning Planning date/venue/theme for next meeting Evaluation for completion 1pmComplimentary lunch and networking opportunities Event Programme

HEaTED Update 1. What can HEaTED offer you? 2. Some stats and current activity 3. The coming months 4. Over to you….. Dr Katherine Forsey HEaTED Course & Regional Networks

Working to be the lead organisation supporting professional development of the technical workforce

In a nutshell… HEaTED Networks All UK regions Meet at least twice a year Event reports and discussions Online Groups support the networks What can HEaTED offer you?

HEaTED Online Groups

In a nutshell… Training and Development Standard course listings Bespoke sessions On demand / in house New courses as suggested by members Support YOU in delivering training What can HEaTED offer you?

Course Brochures (pdf links on courses page)courses

General Stats 66 member Institutions (see Join us page for list)Join us individual members signed up from those HEIs (Register as a technician FREE)Register as a technician 270 training days booked for 265 individuals since 1 st Sept 2012 Delivering on-demand courses at 20+ member HEIs HEaTED Conference, January 2013, 100+ attendees.

General Stats 350+ attendees at Regional Network Events across the UK in the Autumn 2012 term The next series of Regional events will take place in all regions this/next term Online Groups: like a forum, 23% members using them - Have you registered yet?

Performance for All HEaTED in collaboration with the PFA Project Ground breaking and culture busting development framework for Technical Professionals. Consultation event…… Performance and Learning Systems (PALS) Workshop for HE Technical Managers - 26 th April at the University of Bristol Contact: Christian CarterChristian Carter

Members’ Photo Competition We would like to find out more about what you do at work. Send us your best photos. It might be a picture of a Technician working with equipment or engaging with students in a lab, studio or workshop. Or something completely different but relevant to HEaTED! Winning photos will be used in future HEaTED Updates and maybe even on the front cover. The overall winner will also receive £250 in Amazon vouchers! To enter send your high res. images to Closing date 1 st August 2013 See for terms and conditions

The coming months Expand membership to Science Parks and FE Colleges, pilot to be started April 2013 Lead the way in supporting technical staff in The Arts: setting up a group which aims to support a National Network of Arts Technicians (NNAT) Continued support for Science Council, Engineering Council, and associated awarding bodies in promoting and supporting Professional Registration

Supporting Professional Registration

Think of HEaTED as a vehicle! All HEaTED courses are linked to competencies for Professional Registration Regional Network Events and contribution to the online communities demonstrate your commitment to professional development and contribution to the Technical Community The HEaTED website will signpost routes to Professional RegistrationProfessional Registration HEaTED’s quick guide should help Supporting Professional Registration

The coming months… Working with member HEIs to work out action plans ensuring we deliver value for money and benefits to all technical staff Expand course provision based on member requirements and delivery of on-demand courses This will be our focus for the next 10 mins

Over to you..… Holding HEaTED courses in your HEI / Region

Teaching & Learning Skills for Technical StaffTeaching & Learning Skills for Technical Staff HC0001 University of Central Lancashire – June? Train the Technical TrainerTrain the Technical Trainer HA0604 Start delivering courses yourself Working to bring HEaTED courses to your region Browse our full Course Directory Example on-demand courses Servicing and Maintaining Routine Optical Microscopes HA0702Servicing and Maintaining Routine Optical Microscopes Use and Maintenance of Pipettors HC0002Use and Maintenance of Pipettors Safe Use of Laboratory Gasses HA1111Safe Use of Laboratory Gasses

Basic maintenance/repair of electrical equipment HA0701Basic maintenance/repair of electrical equipment Laboratory & Cryogenic Gases Safety Training - tailor made to suit your requirements GS0001Laboratory & Cryogenic Gases Safety Training Safe Lifting and Slinging Procedures HA1110Safe Lifting and Slinging Procedures Abrasive Wheels OT0001Abrasive Wheels Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Air or Road Certification HA1113, HA1114, HA1115, PE0003AirRoad PAT Training HA1105PAT Training Example on-demand courses… Browse our full Course Directory

Course Brochures (pdf links on courses page)courses

Activity: PINK.Use the course brochures to identify potential courses for you / your HEI. NOTE DOWN THE COURSE CODE & TITLE BLUE.Discuss which on-demand courses you would like to see running in your Region. NOTE DOWN THE COURSE CODE & TITLE GREEN.New course suggestions / ideas? e.g. wood bending and steaming; laser cutting, spill response training can equip you YELLOW.What courses could you deliver through HEaTED? Train the Technical TrainerTrain the Technical Trainer can equip you

How you can get more involved……

@HEaTEDtechs Calls to action… Update your profile on the new website Register and post in your Regional Online Group Help to spread the word in your HEI – posters, info, RNM follow up Tell us what training you need Run your own course through HEaTED Tweet !

Your next Regional Network Event

@HEaTEDtechs 1.Topics for discussion? 2.Products of the event? 3.Venue? HEaTED take care of…… -Catering -Agenda -Delegate registration

Contact us Dr Arthur Nicholas HEaTED North West Regional Network Coordinator HEaTED Central Team E: T:

What is it all about? Responding to the call that technicians want to be more Professional Technical staff owning their own professionalisation Not saying “we are”, proving WE ARE! Demonstrates proven knowledge, expertise, commitment Evidence-based award Overseen by Science / Engineering Councils Awarded by Licensed Bodies (e.g. Society of Biology) Categories: RSciTech, RSci, CSci; EngTech, ICTTech, REng, CEng

Why should we get involved? Recognition as a Professional Improves self motivation, possible career opportunities Greater influence within your organisation and beyond Proving your competence internationally Keeping ahead of the competition

Wide range of Awarding Bodies Choose the one specific to your requirements / specialism More information on HEaTED’s Professional Registration pages and via Science and Engineering Council Who to register with?