The PMA is the representative body for all managers and non-clinical workers across the Health and Social Care sectors – providing both professional recognition and professional development support.
The PMA was founded to provide the non-clinical workforce and management in primary care with a comprehensive selection of self-development tools and support services. It has now reached a UK-wide membership of over 50,000 and is a constantly growing, vibrant community of both clinical and non-clinical members.
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The PMA is a UK-wide membership body, working closely with many organisations across the Primary Care and the wider health and social care sectors – providing continuous support to NHS England, NHS Digital, NHSx, HEE, RCGP, Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) and others.
The PMA developed an initial series of non-clinical workshops for the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP), all with a strong business focus, providing GPs with the commercial insight required for modern NHS surgeries. We now work with the CCGs, Training Hubs, LMCs and Care Homes to create support services and resources for practices and care homes to develop their staff – not only to improve efficiency and effectiveness but also to make individuals feel valued and recognised.
Professional recognition is key to a vibrant membership community. PMA has invested heavily in training and other support services specifically tailored to the needs of PMA members. These include a vast array of professional workshops, Diplomas at Level 3, Level 5 and Level 7, accredited e-Learning programmes, apprenticeship standards and delivery of an array of webinars, podcasts, consultancy and conference management services.
PMA services are continually evolving and adapting. Most recently, PMA’s Kickstart Scheme has launched to help you understand how you might benefit from the Chancellor’s new £2bn investment. The PMA has been appointed by the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) as a Gateway provider for this UK-wide initiative (excluding Northern Ireland). We are now accepting applications from employers for one or more placements on the PMA Kickstart Scheme.
The PMA is approved by The Education & Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) and is on the Register of Apprenticeship Training Providers (RoATP). The PMA also has Skills for Health – Quality Mark full endorsement, Skills for Care, Matrix Standard Accreditation, and is an ILM and City & Guilds Approved Centre and providers of excellence in primary care workforce development. And we also hold Cyber Essentials accreditation, giving you the confidence that any data shared with the PMA is secure.
In addition to PMA free membership, you can now pay an annual subscription of £295 to become a PMA Premium Member and enjoy many additional services and benefits.
You can now also apply FREE to join the PMA as a Professional Member – to gain recognition of your professional status in management across the health and social care sector.
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The PMA seeks to encourage the sharing of knowledge and to offer the opportunity for its members to attain the highest standards possible within their role and job function.
As a PMA member, you will benefit from regular news and updates in key issues and regulatory changes that effect GP practices.
We welcome ongoing input and suggestions from our members to help shape and form the ongoing agenda of training and educational content.
The benefits of joining PMA
Membership is open to all those involved or associated with the management of GP’s medical practices. There is no cost to join the PMA and you can complete the application form for membership online.
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Our latest development opportunities and services
Section 1: Becoming a partner
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We will look at the employment status and what that means for a GP Partner. We will cover partnership law and we will look at the common issues in Partnership Agreements and how to this relates to you.
PMA – ILM Level 3 Diploma in Leadership & Management
This is ideal for those aspiring to move into a management role or you are already in a junior supervisory/management position and want to develop your skills further.
The Diploma will develop the skills necessary to lead and manage teams. You’ll need to have some supervisory/management responsibilities, like supporting, managing and developing team members, involved in projects, planning ahead and monitoring workloads and resources.
You may also be involved in delivering operational plans, resolving problems, or building work relationships with colleagues at the same level or above.
PMA – ILM Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management
This is designed for those already working in an established management role. It is set at a standard suitable for those who are managing teams or projects and are responsible for achieving operational or departmental goals as part of the organisations strategy.
You may be accountable to a senior manager or the business owners. Other responsibilities may include managing change, financial and resource management, talent management, coaching and mentoring.
PMA – ILM Level 7 Diploma in Leadership & Management
This is designed to enable existing and aspiring senior managers, working in the operational or strategic field, to develop and enhance their current leadership and management skills. It is most appropriate for those well established in a management role, already comfortable with providing direction and leadership, in addition to managing resources, performance, finances and change.
This 60 credit Diploma sits within post-graduate levels of education. It is equivalent to a PG Certificate and one-third of a Master’s degree in most UK Business Schools.
You’ll be working at scale, leading large, multi-disciplinary teams based on multiple sites via GP Federations, Super Practices, PC Networks, Training Hubs and ICS’s.
Join our vibrant community of over 50,000 today and benefit from our services
As a PMA member, you will benefit from regular news and updates on key issues and regulatory changes that affect you in your role. You will gain access to exclusive training and events that ensure you maintain currency of knowledge and skills. You will have the opportunity to meet and network with your peers from around the UK