Quality Improvement Academy - Prospectus 2019/20
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Who can apply? How long is the Programme?
This programme is aimed at people working
in a role with a significant focus on quality
improvement and dedicated time allocated
to lead improvement projects.
Places are limited to two applications per
year.
Participants apply learning to a workplace
project over a 10-month programme which
includes residential workshops, project
surgeries, WebEx sessions, mentoring, peer
support and an annual celebration networking
event. There is also an element of self-study
with core reading materials provided.
What does the programme involve? Programme Content
It includes emphasis on the people element
of change and how to lead and influence for
improvement interlinked with the core
concepts of Improvement Science. Key
content themes:
The context of improvement science
Systems thinking
Building Knowledge
Understanding variation and
measurement for improvement
Leading and influencing for
improvement
Planning for improvement
The objectives of the programme are for
participants to develop:
an in-depth understanding of core
Improvement Science concepts
the ability to apply Improvement Science
tools, techniques and methods to
improvement projects (including system
thinking, building knowledge,
understanding variation and measurement
for improvement, the people side of
improvement and how these factors
interact)
the skills required to lead and manage
change for improvement, generating and
maintaining support for change
the ability to facilitate learning and coach
individuals and teams in Improvement
Science.
Quality Improvement Project Completion of Programme
Participants are expected to undertake their
own improvement project throughout the
duration of the programme to consolidate
their learning and apply skills from learning
workshops and events into practice.
Each participant will receive a certificate of
completion.
Scottish Improvement Leader Programme (ScIL)
The Scottish Improvement Leader (ScIL) Programme is a key part of Scotland's innovative
approach to address increasing demands across our public services by developing QI capacity and
capability.
For further information visit: https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/813/quality-improvement-zone/learningprogrammes/scottish-improvement-leader-programme-scil