Scottish Improvement Leader (ScIL)
The Scottish Improvement Leader (ScIL) programme has been designed for those in a role with significant focus on quality improvement, to develop individuals to design, develop and lead improvement initiatives.
You should have influence over a team's work plan to do this course. On this page you'll see the programme delivery and content you will be committing to.

About ScIL
The ScIL programme is a quality improvement course developed by a number of Scottish Public Service Improvement Partners. Regardless of your specific role, ScIL equips its participants with the knowledge, tools, and skills needed to apply quality improvement methodologies, lead change initiatives, leverage data for informed decision-making, and create a collaborative environment that promotes continuous improvement.
Important: Important notes for the application process
All ScIL applicants must have completed a form of QI education that focuses on core quality improvement methods and tools before submitting an application form. Examples of this type of QI education include:
- the SIFS programmes or equivalent, which a number of organisations have been delivering locally for a number of years
- the QI Essentials learner pathway on the QI Zone
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