Alison Rae

Alison Rae is a Senior Lecturer in Advanced Clinical Practice at Canterbury Christ Church University's School of Nursing, Midwifery, Allied and Public Health (Faculty of Medicine, Health and Social Care). A Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, she holds dual registration as a Nurse and Teacher. With over 28 years of clinical experience spanning gynaecology, A&E, and surgical management, she transitioned to academia after completing her MSc in Advanced Practice (Acute Adult) in 2015.

Her research focuses on staff mental health and well-being, the subject of her ongoing PhD in psychological perspectives (expected 2025). Additional expertise includes:

• Healthcare leadership and management
• Pre-registration nursing education
• Paramedic science training
• Clinical skills development

Current responsibilities include:

• Module Leadership for Advanced Practice Skills
• Teaching leadership/management courses
• Personal tutoring and dissertation supervision

Awards:

• Senior Fellow, Higher Education Academy