Cardiovascular Diseases Toolkit

The Cardiovascular Diseases (CVD) Toolkit elearning programme provides an overview of CVD prevention and care across the full patient pathway. The programme supports workforce development by promoting consistent, high-quality approaches to identifying, managing, and supporting people with, or at risk of, cardiovascular disease.

The programme comprises a single elearning session, which offers a comprehensive collection of online resources aligned to the NHS Long Term Plan.

Intended audience

The programme is designed for health and social care professionals and multidisciplinary teams involved in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of cardiovascular disease across all health and care settings.

Key areas covered

• Overview of cardiovascular disease and its impact on population health
• CVD across the patient pathway, from prevention to long-term management
• National priorities, including alignment with the NHS Long Term Plan
• Resources to support workforce upskilling, training, and consistent clinical practice
• Application of the CVD Toolkit to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes

Learning objectives

Across the programme, learners will:

• Develop an understanding of the burden of cardiovascular disease and its significance within the NHS
• Gain an overview of effective CVD prevention, detection, and management
• Strengthen their knowledge, skills, and confidence in supporting people with, or at risk of, CVD
• Apply national resources, tools, and evidence-based guidance to improve clinical practice and patient care

Use the CVD Toolkit to support continuous learning and service improvement across multidisciplinary teams