
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
The Council shall:
• Provide a forum for senior representatives from the Healthcare Science professional bodies to collaborate on issues relating to the Healthcare Science workforce.
• Work together to develop strategic plans and position statements on areas/topics which affect the Healthcare Science workforce.
• Work alongside the AHCS Board to develop and implement strategies to raise the profile of the contribution of Healthcare Scientists within the health system.
Responsibilities
The Council shall:
• Develop an information-sharing platform to discuss issues relevant to Healthcare Science.
• Use the collective intelligence of the group to horizon-scan for potential areas likely to affect Healthcare Science.
• Respond to consultations on issues which may have relevance to Healthcare Science and its workforce.
• Develop a financial plan for the Council.
• Articulate and agree a work programme for the Council.
• Award Honorary Fellowships of the AHCS in line with the agreed Policy.
• Undertake succession planning for the role of AHCS President.
• Other functions as may be requested of the Council and/or Board and as agreed by the Council.