Greg Thomas

Greg Thomas is a Senior Lecturer in Mental Health Nursing at the School of Health and Social Care, Sheffield Hallam University. He holds an MSc in Healthcare Education, a BA (Hons), and professional qualifications (RMN, RN(T)). His clinical background includes over a decade in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), specifically working with 5-12 year olds and their families. He previously served as Clinical Nurse Manager of a regional CAMHS Unit and maintains strong clinical links.

Education:

• MSc Healthcare Education
• BA (Hons)
• RMN (Registered Mental Health Nurse)
• RN(T)

Teaching & Leadership: Teaches across pre-registration nursing courses (BSc/MSc) and leads the MSc in Child, Adolescent & Family Mental Health (distance learning). Serves as Lead Link Lecturer for clinical placements and co-leads Mental Health Nursing recruitment. Engages in interprofessional teaching and curriculum design.

Research Interests: Focuses on child/adolescent mental health, safeguarding, communication strategies, violence management, trauma, and leadership in healthcare. Explores online/distance learning methodologies in nursing education.

Recent Work: Published a 2024 evaluation report on Rotherham’s Admiral Nursing Pilot Project, analyzing community-based mental health interventions for children.

Advising/Grants: Oversees student placements and recruitment processes. Involved in curriculum development for interprofessional care programs.