Nurse Expert Witness Training for Tissue Viability Nurses: A Supported Path into Medico-Legal Work

Free, Flexible Training Designed for Senior Nurses

You may be an expert in wound care, but that doesn’t mean you’re expected to know how to write a legal report or navigate the Civil Procedure Rules.

That’s where we come in.

At Apex Experts, we work with senior nurses who bring deep clinical credibility and support them with the tools, training, and guidance to confidently begin work as expert witnesses. You don’t need to figure it out alone, and you don’t need to have any prior legal experience.

Our approach is structured, personalised, and entirely free for those who join our panel. If you’re a Band 7+ Tissue Viability Nurse with at least 10 years of experience, here’s what our training can offer you.

What is Nurse Expert Witness Training and Why Does It Matter?

Expert witness training prepares you to:

• Understand your legal responsibilities under CPR Part 35

• Write clear, balanced, court-ready reports

• Distinguish between professional opinion and factual evidence

• Participate in legal or coronial processes with confidence

• Maintain credibility and impartiality throughout

It’s about giving you the language, structure, and expectations of expert witness work, while building on the clinical judgement you already use daily.

What Apex Experts Provides - At No Cost

All training for our panel members is completely free. We believe that if you have the clinical expertise, it’s our role to help you bridge the gap into the legal space.

You’ll receive:

• Free, CPD-accredited training on medico-legal principles, CPR 35, and report writing

• Structured templates and walkthroughs

• Sample reports and real-world examples

• Case-based discussion to help you apply the knowledge

• Optional report feedback to build confidence in early cases

• Guidance on tone, clarity, and how to respond to rebuttals

We’re not just handing you documents and walking away, we’re helping you grow into this role, step by step.

What Makes Our Training Different?

Unlike generic courses, our training is designed specifically for nurses. It’s not theoretical; it’s rooted in real cases.

• Designed around nursing roles

• Facilitated by professionals with deep medico-legal experience

• Remote and flexible, to fit around your clinical schedule

• Integrated with our secure systems and admin support

This isn’t a certificate you’re left to interpret on your own. It’s part of an ongoing relationship, one that includes mentoring, case selection, and continuous development.

You Don’t Need to Be a Legal Expert

One of the most common misconceptions we hear is:“I’d love to do this, but I’m not a legal expert.” Good news - you don’t need to be.

What you do need is:

• Clear, consistent clinical reasoning

• An understanding of wound care standards

• Good written communication skills

• A balanced, objective approach

• The willingness to learn

Everything else can be taught, and that’s exactly what our training is for.

Supporting You Beyond the Classroom

Our support doesn’t end after training. When you begin taking on casework, we also offer:

• Full administrative support (liaising with clients, managing deadlines, reviewing documentation, and overseeing payments)

• Guidance on report formatting and tone

• Advice on timelines and scoping your workload

• Access to a secure digital platform for managing files

• Prompt payment within 30 days - even if the client delays

You’ll never be left chasing paperwork or wondering what to do next.

Who Should Consider Expert Witness Training?

We’re currently supporting senior Tissue Viability Nurses who are:

• NMC-registered and actively practising

• Band 7 or above

• Experienced (10+ years post-registration)

• Interested in upholding standards and influencing outcomes

• Looking for flexible, professionally rewarding consultancy work

Whether you're preparing for a portfolio career, looking to extend your impact, or just want to try something new - our training is the first step.

A Supported Way to Step Into Something New

Expert witness work can feel unfamiliar, but with the right training and a team behind you it becomes a highly rewarding, intellectually engaging, and professionally respected role.

At Apex Experts, we’re proud to support the next generation of TVN expert witnesses - and it all starts with accessible, nurse-focused training that respects your time and your skill.

Ready to explore the opportunity?

Email us at info@apexexperts.co.uk or visit www.apexexperts.co.uk and fill out our contact us form.