The Practice Development Network for Allied Health Professions is made up of 10
Chairs (1 per profession to cover the whole of Scotland) and over 100 Network Representatives (1 per profession for each Health Board Area). Please click on the link below to view the AHP role definitions.
- AHP Role Definitions(Word, 33K, 9 Secs)
NHS QIS Network Review April 2010 onwards
A recent internal review to ensure that NHS QIS structures support its integrated cycle of improvement has identified the need to broaden our focus and develop a more integrated approach to development and improvement. This review has led to changes in the Directorate and the dissolution of the Practice Development Unit with effect from April 2010. Effective clinical engagement remains a key component of all our implementation and improvement programmes and there are exciting opportunities ahead as new models of enagement are developed. The implications of these changes for the existing Practice Development Networks for AHPs is an area currently under review and as discussed at the Network Chairs meeting on 21st April 2010, we will be undertaking an option appraisal exercise to consider future options for the networks which will be discussed at the next Network Chairs meeting in September 2010. If you require any further information about the changes or the networks please do not hesitate to contact Angela Balharrie on angela.balharrie@nhs.net or June Wylie on june.wylie@nhs.net
Click here to download the letter issued by Eileen Moir, Interim Director of Implementation & Improvement Support at NHS QIS detailing these changes to the Practice Development Unit and the Directorate as a whole (Word, 483KB)Network Objectives
The network aims to support the development of Allied Health Professionals in Scotland by:
- providing a national focus
- supporting an infrastructure for Allied Health Professions which will develop and promote strategies to improve the quality of patient care
- developing models for measuring and validating the impacts of practice changes.
The Value of the Network
- Ensuring best practice (including redesign) is recognised and shared across the country
- Learning from ideas and experiences generated from local projects and innovation, and sharing these with the national organisations and groups
- Focusing on key clinical topics to identify best practice and opportunities for improvement in patient care
- facilitating knowledge transfer across specialities, professions and organisations
How Will the Network Benefit Me?
Participating in network meetings and activities will help you achieve your Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in line with Health Professions Council requirements.