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April 29th, 2026

New UKKA Leadership cohort begins hands-on programme to lead change in kidney care

The first meeting of the 2026 UKKA Leadership Programme cohort brought together a highly diverse, multi-professional group from across the kidney community - including nurses, specialist registrars, consultants, pharmacists and psychologists.

Education Events UKKA

January 16th, 2026

Launch of Paediatric KRT Workshops

We are delighted to announce the launch of a new online Paediatric Kidney Replacement Therapy workshop programme, designed for healthcare professionals involved in paediatric nephrology. The programme consists of three half-day, nurse-led workshops, each running from 13:00–17:00 and delivered virtually.

Education Paediatric Kidney Care PNNG

December 1st, 2025

New psychosocial training launched

A free e-learning course is available to all patient-facing kidney professionals, designed to strengthen confidence and skills in recognising and responding to the emotional, social and psychological factors that shape people’s experiences of kidney disease.

Education UKKA

October 15th, 2025

NEW e-learning course: CKD Itch (CKD-associated pruritus)

A new free e-learning module on the UKKA Education Hub explores how healthcare professionals can recognise, assess and manage CKD-aP with greater confidence.

CKD Education UKKA

August 30th, 2024

National Paediatric Renal Nursing Competencies

National Paediatric Renal Nursing Competencies are available on the UKKA Education Hub for all 14 paediatric kidney centres across the UK and Ireland. Delivered as part of a national pilot, the competencies aim to streamline training, ensure consistent standards, clarify career progression, and improve nurse mobility across centres.

Education Paediatric Kidney Care PNNG