Learning & Development Framework

The Learning and Development Framework is designed to support the professional growth of nurses, midwives, and healthcare support workers across Northern Ireland. This regionally endorsed resource provides healthcare organisations with a structured, approach to building capability, enhancing skills, and ultimately improving outcomes for patients and clients.

The framework aims to:

• Empower nurses, midwives, and healthcare support workers by providing structured guidance, learning pathways, and development resources to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional capability.
• Inform and inspire potential future entrants—including school leavers, career changers, and individuals exploring nursing or midwifery—by offering insight into roles, opportunities, and career routes within the professions.
• Support managers and leaders with resources that assist in workforce planning, capability building, and enhancing competencies to improve staff performance and ultimately strengthen outcomes for patients and clients.

The Framework is built around the following four core elements;