A Practical Guide to Patient and Public Involvement in Research

About

This workshop will introduce you to Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) in Research and give you a basic understanding of what PPI in research is all about. Topics covered on this course include:

  • What do we mean by 'Patient and Public Involvement'
  • Why do PPI?
  • How to put together a PPI plan (for a funding application or existing project)
  • Where to find public partners
  • How to build trust and sustainable relationships
  • How to work with under-served groups
  • Budgeting for PPI
  • Tips for success

The workshop provides an excellent opportunity to understand the practical aspects of involving patients and members of the public in research. Course attendees will have the opportunity to try some PPI design and plenty of time for questions and discussion. 

Tutors

Alisa Anokhina - Patient and Public Involvement Co-ordinator
Sammy Waite - Patient and Community Involvement in Research Officer

Cost

This course is free-of-charge for staff and students of the University of Edinburgh (UoE) and NHS Lothian (NHSL).  Booking is still required through the below link. 

CategoryRate - CardRate - Invoice/internal UoE transfer
UoE/NHSL staff/students£0 £0
External Student£40£60
Other Academic/NHS£90£110
Industry£180£200

There is a cancellation date of 21/11/2025. If you cancel after this date, you will still be charged. 

(link to external ePay website)