“Training and Education are at the heart of advancing clinical excellence in prevention and care. In the rapidly evolving field of cardio-renal-metabolic diseases and their interplay with chronic disease more widely, high-quality education is essential to translating evidence into effective prevention, early detection and treatment.
Our education pathway is designed to support learners at every stage – from accessible CPD-accredited modules and introductory taster courses, to masterclasses and a portfolio of University postgraduate programmes. By fostering a culture of continuous learning, we ensure that advances in research are transformed into real-world patient-centred care that improves outcomes and drives system-wide impact.”
Director of Training and Education
Dr Jenni Jones is the Director of Training and Education for the NIPC. She is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Galway where she directs a portfolio of postgraduate programmes in the specialty of “Preventive Medicine and Cardiovascular Health”. She is also a Reader in Physiotherapy at Brunel University, London. She has more than 20 years clinical experience in cardiovascular disease prevention and rehabilitation and continues to maintain a clinical caseload in conjunction with teaching and research. She also holds an honorary post at Imperial College London where she previously worked developing and delivering a range of postgraduate programmes in cardiovascular disease prevention. She has served as President to both the British Association for Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation (BACPR) and the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Cardiac Rehabilitation (ACPICR) and is now one of the Emerging Leaders of the World Heart Federation (2017 cohort) and current Chair of the Congress Programme Committee for the European Society of Cardiology Association of Cardiovascular Nursing and Allied Professions (ACNAP). Her research interests include non-communicable disease prevention and control with a special interest in cardiovascular prevention and rehabilitation, lifestyle medicine, health-behaviour change, and health promotion approaches to cardiovascular health and diabetes prevention.
Training and Education Manager
Maureen Boyle leads the planning, development, and delivery of all training and education activities at NIPC. She oversees a broad portfolio of postgraduate programmes, short courses, webinars, masterclasses and conferences, ensuring each is delivered to the highest operational standards.
With a commitment to continuous improvement and learner satisfaction, she works closely with academic and industry partners, content experts, and internal teams to deliver content that is current, relevant, and impactful.
Head of Research and Education
Professor Sue Hennessy is Head of Research and Education at NIPC and Adjunct Professor at the University of Galway. A nursing specialist with over 30 years of experience in clinical research, she leads the strategic and operational delivery of the Institute’s research and education portfolios. She is responsible for ensuring programmes are delivered to the highest scientific, financial, and regulatory standards, and oversees the evaluation of impact across all NIPC activities. With specialist expertise in data analysis, modelling, and biostatistics, she combines clinical insight with operational leadership to strengthen the organisation’s role in cardiovascular prevention, rehabilitation, and health.
Training Coordinator
Barry Foley is the Training Coordinator at NIPC, playing a leading role in developing and managing NIPC online training programmes, webinars, Masterclasses, conferences and events.
With qualifications in media studies, photography, and various marketing courses Barry is also integral to NIPC communications, social media management and brand development. Barry joined the NIPC team in July 2022, bringing over over a decade of experience in both the commercial and non-profit sectors with a special interest in social enterprise and NGOs.
E-Learning Technician
Sajin George is the eLearning Developer at NIPC, contributing to the design, development, and delivery of high-quality digital learning experiences, with responsibility for LMS administration and website development.
Holding a Master’s in Emerging Media from Dublin City University, Sajin brings a strong focus on learning experience design and digital education to the team.
In partnership with the University of Galway, NIPC offer a unique portfolio of leading postgraduate opportunities in Preventive Medicine and Cardiovascular Health. These courses focus on the prevention and control of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, obesity and enabling active lifestyles, health and well-being.
NIPC run a diverse range of short online courses designed for healthcare professionals practicing in Ireland. From ECG workshops to Obesity Management, Cardiac Rehabilitation to Advances in Heart Failure and everything in between, these programmes meet workforce development needs and support continuous professional development.
NIPC host several in-person Masterclasses each year and cover a wide range of topics including Obesity Management, Cardiovascular Health in Primary Care, Cardio-Renal-Metabolic Disease Management and much more. These masterclasses highlight the need for integrated, patient-centred strategies in managing complex health conditions.
The NIPC Series of free webinars is focused on promoting active lifestyles and supporting the prevention and management of heart disease, stroke, obesity and diabetes. The NIPC Series offers healthcare professionals the chance to engage with leading national and international experts through interactive panel discussions and live Q&A sessions.
Stay up to date with the latest NIPC conferences as they aim to foster deeper connections between clinicians, researchers, policymakers and public health professionals in addressing the most pressing challenges in preventive medicine and diabetes care