About Us

Initiated by Health Education England, the Health and Education Co-operative was initially set up to deliver online learning in the health care sector. We now offer an online learning platform for use across a range of sectors, as well as online learning materials for healthcare professionals.
The Health and Education Co-operative is run by five university partners, who have come together to share knowledge and standardise on-line learning materials.

Directors include:

Naomi Sharples – Chairperson
Andrew Melling – Head of School of Nursing, University of Lancashire
Angela Simpson – Dean of Health & Social Care, University of Chester
Anne Oakey – Head of Practice Learning & Partnership Engagement
Michelle Powell – Executive Head of Health Science and Society, University of Greater Manchester
Naomi Sharples – Associate Dean of Academic Development and International, University of Salford
Sam Sherrington – Chair, National Association of Prescribing

Providing quality educational resources to the Health Sector through online e-learning

Our purpose is to carry out business on a co-operative basis for the benefit of Members, future Members and the wider community. Together we are committed to:

  • Running the business in accordance with Co-operative Values and Principles.
  • Treating all people fairly and with respect.
  • Minimising our impact on the natural environment.
  • Applying trading profits to developing the Society, benefiting members in proportion to their transactions with the Society, and other uses to achieve the Society’s Purpose in accordance with the rules.

Member Universities