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Applications are now open for the next Leeds Health and Wellbeing Training Programme, a free accredited course designed for people who are passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of communities across Leeds.
Delivered by public health specialists, the programme offers an opportunity to learn alongside colleagues from a range of sectors while developing practical knowledge and skills that can be applied in everyday work.
The programme is open to anyone involved in improving the health and wellbeing of people and communities in Leeds, including VCSE organisations, public sector colleagues, community groups and volunteers.
About the Programme
The Leeds Health and Wellbeing Training Programme explores the principles and practice of public health, helping participants understand the factors that influence health and wellbeing and how positive change can be achieved.
The course is accredited by the Royal Society for Public Health and is delivered through monthly half-day sessions over eight months.
Previous participants have described the programme as an opportunity to step away from day-to-day responsibilities, learn new approaches and connect with inspiring people from across the city.
What You’ll Learn
Topics covered include:
- Public health theory and key concepts
- Health inequalities and their impact
- Partnership working
- Understanding and using data
- Community development approaches
- Behaviour change
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Personal effectiveness and leadership
- Current public health challenges and opportunities
Participants will also gain a greater understanding of how public health principles can be applied within their own organisations and communities.
Programme Dates
Sessions take place from 9:30am to 1pm at the Public Health Resource Centre, Technorth, Leeds, LS7 3NB.
Session 1: Public Health – Past, Present and Future
7 October 2026
Session 2: Partnership Working
11 November 2026
Session 3: How to Understand and Interpret Data
9 December 2026
Session 4: Working with Communities
20 January 2027
Session 5: How to Effect Change
24 February 2027
Session 6: Monitoring and Evaluation
24 March 2027
Session 7: Increasing Effectiveness
21 April 2027
Session 8: Reflection and Celebration Masterclass
26 May 2027 at Leeds Civic Hall
Participants are expected to attend a minimum of six sessions plus the final Masterclass.
Who Can Apply?
The programme is open to anyone involved in improving the health and wellbeing of people and communities in Leeds across all sectors, including volunteers.
Whether you are new to public health or looking to build on existing experience, the programme offers practical learning that can support both professional development and community impact.
How to Apply
To apply, complete the Expression of Interest form and email it to:
Application deadline: Friday 3 July 2026
Please note that places are limited and submitting an expression of interest does not guarantee a place on the programme.
Find Out More
Further information about the programme, eligibility and application process is available on the Leeds Health and Wellbeing Training Programme webpage:
https://www.leeds.gov.uk/phrc/public-health-training/leeds-health-and-wellbeing-training-programme
