PCSE Bulletin, Vacancy, “Nessie” Support For Parents And Carers, CPD And FODO News

23 May 2023

We have 5 items for you today:

1. PCSE Bulletin April 23
   PCSE have issued a bulletin, HERE, including the new GOS fees, the top 5 reasons for paper GOS claim rejections, further help with moving GOC claims online and the “access to roles” function in PCSE Online.
2. Part-Time Optom Vacancies
   
   Paul Adler Optometrist advise:
   “Part time Optom position available at Paul Adler Optometrist Stotfold, and regular Saturday am cover in Stotfold and St Albans.
   Contact Nik on 01462 732393 or Paul on 07807775988, or email paul.adler@eyezone.co.uk “
3. Support for Parents and Carers of Children with Emotional and Mental Health Issues
   
   Nessie is funded by Hertfordshire County Council to support parents and carers of children and young people with emotional and mental health issues. They say:
   “The aim of this work is to help parents/carers develop a positive and more confident approach to supporting their young person, whilst offering a chance to gain peer support; useful strategies and practical tools.”

   Further information and contact details can be found on their flyer HERE.

4. CPD Webinar – “Is Myopia the Consequence of Our Lifestyle Choices?”
   Hoya are running another of their CPD webinars on Wednesday 3rd May, starting at 7.30pm. They say:

   “Is myopia affected by diet? Is it caused by binge-watching our favourite shows? Or is it related to education?  This talk aims to address the topics that often come up during conversations with parents/patients when discussing the environmental influences on myopia. 

   Please register via the link below:

   https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6860773767693597785

   After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar and a unique link , please do not share your unique link.”

5. FODO News
   Is HERE, including “Is Your Vision Roadworthy?” campaign, Aston University to offer MOptom this year and Digital marketing for independent practices.

 

Kind regards

Herts LOC