CPD and Events
Keep up to date with the latest CPD learning and Events for Healthcare Science
NES Product Estate Review
NHS Education for Scotland (NES) are in the process of carrying out a full review of all learning products across all the directorates, including Healthcare Science. We are heavily involved with this, giving us an opportunity to review what we currently have and what is still relevant as we transition from NES to Public Services Delivery (PSD) Scotland.
As a result of this, in the near future you will see changes to the structure of our Healthcare Science area on Turas Learn. You will also find the content of our CPD and e-learning catalogue updated, with some older pages and outdated resources having been retired.
Knowledge Services – eLearning
New eLearning Module: A Guide to Effective Literature Searching
Looking for evidence for research, projects, or clinical work? Our new module makes literature searching simple and practical. Learn how to plan, refine, and conduct effective searches - supporting safe, cost-effective patient care.
✅ Shorter, clearer, and designed for impact
✅ Created by NES Knowledge Services & eLearning Team
✅ Access via Turas Learn (quick registration if needed)
Start now and take the first step toward confident searching: A guide to effective literature searching
Applications Now Open: Peer mentoring to bridge the gap between ‘Bytes and Bench’
Explore a new cross‑disciplinary peer mentoring pilot
Connect with post‑docs across the UK, build confidence in new skill areas, and share real‑world research insights. The 6‑month online scheme (18 Mar–7 Oct) includes small‑group matching and three cohort workshops.
👉 Find out more and get involved at the website - Applications Now Open: Peer mentoring to bridge the gap between ‘Bytes and Bench’ | Integrate
Scottish Quality and Safety Fellowship - Applications open
Do you want to strengthen your leadership in quality improvement and patient safety?
Applications for Cohort 18 of the Scottish Quality and Safety Fellowship (SQSF) are now open.
The SQSF is an internationally recognised programme supporting healthcare professionals to lead improvement and change in complex systems through structured learning, coaching, and collaboration.
🗓️ Applications open: 30 January 2026
🗓️ Applications close: 10am, Friday 10 April 2026
Download the application pack via QI Zone 👉 https://lnkd.in/ePAnmnFi
Digital Health and Care Leadership Programme (DLP) - Apply for next cohort
In an ever-evolving health and social care system, digital plays a central role in improving quality service provision in Scotland. Professionals across the sector require enhanced leadership skills and technological competence to provide digital solutions which enhance safe and effective person-led care and to influence the digital agenda at local and national levels.
The Digital Health and Care Leadership Programme (DLP) supports Scotland's Digital Health and Care Strategy and Delivery Plan and aims to:
- Maximise the potential of digital solutions to benefit people.
- Support participants to develop the strategic leadership skills required to influence the use of digital solutions in health and social care delivery.
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN: The application process for Cohort 29 of the Digital Health and Care Leadership Programme (DLP) starting in May 2026 is now open! The application deadline for Cohort 29 is Monday 02 March at midnight. Any queries should be directed to nes.dlp@nhs.scot.
HCPC CPD Week: Monday 2 March to Friday 6 March 2026
CPD Week is the opportunity for everyone to focus on why continuing professional development (CPD) is so important across the HCPC professions;
HCPC are running five online learning sessions, each focusing on a key aspect of the standards and professional practice. Combine them with reflection and they could all form part of your CPD.
Join the learning events to reflect, learn and develop - find out more at CPD Week 2026 | The HCPC
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