Leading Improvement for Senior Leaders

This half day session introduces Quality Improvement (QI) methodology for those who are either involved in QI projects or thinking about being involved and want to learn about the Model for Improvement. During this training attendees will learn about the model for improvement, including how to develop an Aim Statement, a Driver Diagram and run Plan Do Study Act (PDSA) cycles to test change ideas and bring about incremental improvement. The training also introduces the use of data as measures for improvement.

This training programme is aimed at providing delegates with a practical understanding of how to apply the Quality Improvement (QI) Model for Improvement. Delegates receive training and coaching whilst undertaking a live improvement project. The programme is delivered over a 4-month period with two learning sessions and two (QI) coaching sessions. An action period is provided between learning and coaching sessions during which trainees are expected to work on an improvement project of their choosing that is relevant to the service in which they work. Delegates will build on previous knowledge of the Model for Improvement and benefit from practicing the application of the model. At the end of the course delegates will be able to demonstrate that they have learn about applying the model in the workplace.