Events calendar

Training Officer Support Forums enable members and training officers to come together to discuss training plans, how to prepare for verification, and any other issues raised at IBMS Training for Trainers events.

This course is aimed at both life science and clinical science fields, with the common fundamentals covered on day 1 and 2. The course then splits into life science and clinical orientated modules, from practical demonstrations to lectures highlighting not just the applications, but best practice as well.

At our next training for trainers event, we will be giving information on the updated registration training portfolio (V5) and how to use OneFile

Who checks the checkers – Life as a UKAS assessor hosted by Debra Padgett, Mairiead MacLennan and Jonathan Boxshall. Part of the Quality SAP Webiner series.

Train the Trainer specialist portfolio webinar for trainers, candidates and current and future examiners. Attendance is required in order to apply to be a specialist portfolio examiner.

Training Officer Support Forums enable members and training officers to come together to discuss training plans, how to prepare for verification, and any other issues raised at IBMS Training for Trainers events.

Following the success of the Lab Coat to Leadership one-day event in July and after listening to feedback, some bespoke leadership webinars have been developed called Laboratory Leadership Essentials. Are you thinking about or stepping into roles with responsibility for leading and managing others? Whether you're already leading a team, managing a project, or just keen to build your leadership skills for the future – these webinars are for you!

Coaching or mentoring? Making the right choices for development and success

Training Officer Support Forums enable members and training officers to come together to discuss training plans, how to prepare for verification, and any other issues raised at IBMS Training for Trainers events.

This webinar provides a focus on the more advanced ICC/ISH applications currently being utilised in diagnostic Cellular Pathology. Delegates will acquire the knowledge on the use of routine diagnostic ICC and drug aligned companion diagnostic assays used Utilises presentations, and discussion-based sessions.

Creating respectful workspaces: Addressing microaggressions and bullying

At our next training for trainers event, we will be giving information on the updated registration training portfolio (V5) and how to use OneFile

Free for members and featuring a packed line-up of speakers discussing the most timely and vital issues that our profession faces

Part of the Laboratory Leadership Essentials. Each session is just one hour, with time to ask questions and an opportunity to pick up extra resources. Are you thinking about or stepping into roles with responsibility for leading and managing others? Whether you're already leading a team, managing a project, or just keen to build your leadership skills for the future – these webinars are for you!

The British Society for Immunology Congress is the BSI’s flagship event. The congress enables the exchange of ideas and knowledge to facilitate research and collaborations focusing on immunology.

A daylong short course aimed at current or prospective trainers in diagnostic laboratories.

Training Officer Support Forums enable members and training officers to come together to discuss training plans, how to prepare for verification, and any other issues raised at IBMS Training for Trainers events.

This webinar provides a basic introduction and understanding to the theory, principles and application and practical experience in muscle biopsies in diagnostic Cellular Pathology. Utilises presentations, and discussion-based sessions.

The art of science communication: Simple skills for explaining anything to anyone

This is a two-day course ideal for anyone intending to sit the Diploma of Expert Practice in Diagnostic Cytology.

BGS Transfusion 2026 will again take place on the Jubilee Campus, Nottingham University from 13th to 15th April 2026. All lectures, meals and accommodation will be on site within easy walking distance. The whole campus is fully disabled compliant and adapted bedrooms are available.

This course is aimed at those who are interested in taking the IBMS Diploma of Expert Practice in immunocytochemistry, but will also be useful for those who simply wish to refresh their knowledge of immunocytochemistry with the intention of returning to practice or improving their understanding.