Protected Time
Scottish Government requires all NQPs to complete Flying Start NHS® in the first 12 months of practice. It is a requirement for all NHSGGC NQPs to undertake and complete the Flying Start programme. Within NHSGGC, NQPs are afforded 24 hours (equivalent to 2 x 12 hour shifts or 3 x 8 hour shifts) protected learning time away from the workplace. This protected time permits their attendance at Flying Start Study Days 1 and 2. The study days will occur at approximately month 2 and month 8 of employment. If there are any queries around facilitation of this learning time, please contact your PEF/CHEF.
Information related to Flying Start protected learning time:
Study Days
The Practice Education Team facilitate two Flying Start study days, NQPs should attend both.
Booking link for study days please click here
Responsibilities
Ensure NQP has been allocated a Flying Start Facilitator
Book study days and support protected time for attendance
Follow up with NQP to ensure completion