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What is Endoscopy Non-Technical Skills Training?

The Endoscopy non-Technical Skills Training programme has been approved by the Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom for 5 category 1 (external) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits.

This training is suitable for all members of the endoscopy team, including certified endoscopists, trainee endoscopists, endoscopy nurses, healthcare support workers (HCSW) and other allied health professionals (AHPs). 

Places are allocated to ensure the whole multidisciplinary team (MDT) is represented.

The 1-day training focuses on situational awareness, leadership, communication and teamwork through scenario-based simulation. Training is delivered by the National Endoscopy Training Programme in collaboration with the Joint Advisory Group on Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (JAG). 

There is a nominal fee of £50 per learner to participate in this training. Travel and accommodation are also the responsibility of the learners’ host NHS Scotland Board.

Upcoming dates for 2025:

  • Wednesday 17 September - NHS Golden Jubilee University National Hospital
  • Tuesday 11 November – NHS Golden Jubilee University National Hospital 

All dates are bookable via the JETS website

Who do I contact?

To register for any of these courses, contact nhsscotlandacademy@nhs.scot

For further information, contact Catherine.Boylan@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk 

For more information contact nhsscotlandacademy@nhs.scot