IPC Commissioning Course Alumni Network

Connect. Collaborate. Innovate.

In 2022, we celebrated two decades of successfully delivering commissioning courses to over 2,000 professionals from social care and health organisations across the UK. Building on this landmark achievement, we established the IPC Alumni Network to:

  • Grow Your Network: Connect with fellow alumni across the UK through exclusive workshops and forums.
  • Stay Updated: Engage with the latest topics, trends, and professional skills via our Alumni Forum.
  • Collaborate and Share: Participate in discussions and share your expertise with like-minded peers.

All known alumni of the accredited IPC Certificate in Commissioning and Purchasing for Public Care are invited to join the Alumni Network by email. If you’re a commissioning course alumnus but haven’t received an invite, email us at ipc-alumni@brookes.ac.uk, and we’ll get you connected. 

Commissioning Alumni Forum

Our exclusive online forum allows members to connect, discuss, and share information across various topics, including:

  • Integrated or collaborative commissioning
  • Adult commissioning
  • Children’s commissioning
  • National legislation and research
  • Contract management and monitoring
  • General procurement

All materials from our Alumni Conference and current webinars are available on the forum.

New for 2024: Regional Action Learning Sets

We are thrilled to introduce the Regional Action Learning Set Series, exclusively for the IPC Commissioning Alumni Network in 2024. Action Learning Sets are a powerful method for commissioning colleagues to learn from one another and support self-development through:

  • Real Challenges: Tackle real-world issues with the collective knowledge and support of a peer group, sparking ideas and driving action.
  • Focused Topics: Join sets with a maximum of 15 alumni members, covering 2-3 key topics.
  • Collaborative Briefs: Attendees present a brief of a commissioning challenge or topic for group exploration.

Our goal is to foster smaller, regional networks that support meaningful connections and ultimately become self-sustaining events.

Booking Your Place

To secure your exclusive spot in the Regional Action Learning Sets, visit the IPC Alumni Online Forum for dates and additional details.

Connect with IPC

For more information about the IPC Commissioning Course Alumni Network and how you can get involved, please contact Amy Harmsworth. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant and supportive community of public care professionals.

Amy Harmsworth,
Senior Consultant

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