As the major association representing nephrology nursing in Europe, the EDTNA/ERCA has the responsibility to continually strive to improve the quality of nephrology practice, and to ensure the highest level of professional competence among its members.

The Education and Research Board (ERB) was formed in September 2007, by the amalgamation of the established boards for education and research. Education and research jointly underpin current nephrology nursing practice, expanding the boundaries of knowledge and optimising patient outcomes.

The aims of the ERB are to:

• Identify the education and research needs of members and co-ordinate appropriate activities
• Stimulate, advise, and support education and research activities within the context of nephrology nursing
• Monitor and approve education and research projects
• Seek recognition of the Association’s education and research activities at national and international level, in conjunction with the EDTNA/ERCA Liaison Officers of the European Union and World Health Organisation
• Recognise and certify education activities submitted for approval to the Association
• Develop and maintain links with professional associations, renal patients’ associations, and the renal care industry for the accomplishment of mutual education and research goals

Karen Pugh-Clarke – ERB Member