The programme is designed for anyone who would like to develop their leadership skills and is interested in digital health and care. It includes a series of interactive learning sessions and peer support groups to allow participants to progress a digital project within their organisation.
Participants will benefit from the learning, networking opportunities and leadership development elements of the programme which is run by NHS Education for Scotland's (NES).
How to apply
To apply, applicants need to have a digital project to progress in their organisation, line manager and organisational support and be able to commit to the programme session dates.
| 9 x 2hr virtual sessions | 1 Sept 2025 | 10 Sept 2025 | 22 Oct 2025 | 5 Nov 2025 | 3 Dec 2025 | |
| 20 Feb 2026 | 28 Feb 2026 | 4 March 2026 | 17 March 2026 | |||
| 4 x 1.5hr virtual peer support group | 30 Sept 2025 | 19 Nov 2025 | 11 March 2025 | 17 March 2026 | ||
| Optional tech check | 27 Aug 2025 | |||||
| Optional project planning drop in | 8 Oct 2025 | |||||
| Submit project charter | 26 Jan 2026 | |||||
| Consolidation event | 6 May 2026 | |||||
| Project submission deadline | 18 May 2026 | |||||
Free webinar to help you apply
Join a short Digital Project Essentials webinar to learn what a digital project is and how to get started:
Tuesday 17 June, 1pm to 1.45pm.
You can find more information about the programme including how to apply on the DLP website.
Applications must be submitted by midnight on Monday 30 June 2025.
If you’d like further information, or have any questions, please contact nes.dlp@nhs.scot