SAS Training Calendar
9th Scottish SAS Conference, 6th March 2026 - registration open now
The SAS Development Programme team can announce that the next Scottish National SAS Conference, taking place online via MS Teams on Friday 6th March 2026, 13:30-17:00, is now open for registration.
This free-to-attend event is to provide SAS-grade doctors and dentists in Scotland with learning tailored to their professional context, and to champion achievements and opportunities for SAS grades across the country.
A full list of sessions and topics will follow soon, but will include:
- Intelligent Kindness - Tommy Whitelaw
- How to progress to the Specialist grade - new processes for Scotland (details are awaited)
- 'The Story of a Heart - One Heart, Two Children and Everything They’ve Taught Me About Medicine’ - Dr Rachel Clarke, physician and author.
- Using the SAS Development Fund
Registration is open to Specialist, Associate Specialist and Specialty grade doctors and dentists working in NHS Scotland and associated hospices. Click here to register your place for the conference.
We are also inviting SAS to submit abstracts for posters on work they have led on, to be displayed at the conference. Posters accepted for the conference will be displayed virtually, both on the day and via our website; there will also be an opportunity for selected presenters to share a brief summary of their work on the day.
If interested in submitting a poster abstract, please click here to download the abstract submission form with instructions on next steps.
Certificates of attendance with NES-recommended CPD points will be issued after the event. For any queries, please contact SASDevelopment@nes.scot.nhs.uk.
Upcoming national courses & workshops
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Leadership and Management (LaMP) workshop |
Tues 17th Feb 2026, 09:15-16:30 (online) - fully booked Tues 10th Mar 2026, 09:15-16:30 (online) - fully booked |
This entry-level course has been designed NES to help individuals develop personal and professional skills which will contribute to their effectiveness as a clinician. |
As these LaMP workshops are fully booked, if you wish to join the waiting list please..Click here to view non-trainee LaMP dates and see guidance on booking. Places cost £100 for online attendance or £175 for in-person attendance. Please see below for full instructions on how to apply for a place on this course. The SAS Development Programme can reimburse this fee to eligible delegates who apply to us – please contact SASDevelopment@nes.scot.nhs.uk to enquire. |
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SAS GMC Caring for Workforce Under Pressure online workshop |
Fri 27th Feb 2026, 09:30-12:30 - fully booked |
This new workshop delivered by the GMC considers workforce well-being and how individuals have the potential to make a positive difference. The session covers both individual and team wellbeing and how to improve the normal working day, whilst acknowledging the importance of systems issues. |
As the workshop is now fully booked, please email SASDevelopment@nes.scot.nhs.uk to be added to a waiting list, stating which course date you prefer to attend. Please note spaces are limited. This event is tailored to the context of SAS-grade doctors and dentists working in Scotland (only) and is free to attend.
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SAS Communicatons Challenges Workshop (in-person Edinburgh) |
Fri 20th March 2026 09:30-16:30 Fully Booked |
This interactive clinical workshop will equip participants with the skills and confidence to have better conversations in challenging circumstances. |
This workshop is specifically for SAS doctors and dentists working in Scotland. This workshop is now fully booked, if you wish to add your name to the waiting list please click here to register . Should a cancellation arise, we will inform everyone on the waiting list and offer the place on a first come first served basis.. |
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SAS GMC-Led Specialist Registration workshop (online via MS Teams) |
Thurs 21st May 2026 14:00 - 16:30 |
The GMC Specialist Applications Team joins us to deliver this presentation on the application process which will have a Q&A section afterwards. |
This workshop available to SAS-grade doctors working in Scotland only and is suitable for those interested in gaining clarification of the Portfolio Pathway process, as well as those who are already working towards an application. If you wish to register for a place please click here Please note places are limited, we will email email you to confirm if you have a place. |
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Previous Webinars
Visit our Previous webinars and additional resources page to catch up on any session you may have missed.
Simulation training
If you would like further information on any course on the SAS training calendar, please contact SAS Development.
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Forth Valley Simulation Centre courses |
Forth Valley Royal Hospital |
Visit https://scschf.org/courses/ for course options |
Email us to let us know the course you're interested in and we will book on your behalf if approved |
Other training opportunities
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| The MSU faculty development course (in-person Forth Valley Royal Hospital), |
Thurs 26th and Fri 27th February 2026 Thurs 9th and Fri 10th April 2026 (FULLY BOOKED) Thurs 13th and Fri 14th August 2026 Thurs 3rd and Fri 4th December 2026 Thurs 4th and Fri 5th February 2027 |
This course allows the participants to familiarise themselves with the MSU, equipment and how best to utilise it for delivering training. Completion of the course qualifies participants to host the MSU or provide training onboard. |
For more information and registration visit MSU Faculty Development Course |
| 'What can Simulation do for you?' | Wed 11th February 2027 (13:00 – 17:00) |
The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE) has pulled together a host of internationally renowned speakers for the half day online event. Aimed at anyone involved in health and social care it will explore how simulation can be used as far more than an educational tool and can transform everyday practice. |
For more information and to book please click here to visit the RCPE website. |
Health Board local SAS events
The SAS Development Programme support a number of local events for education and networking, specifically for SAS within their regional health boards. Information will be provided through your regional Education Adviser. Currently scheduled local events are listed below.
Please note that as of February 2024, NES unfortunately cannot offer catered lunches at our in-person events. Refreshments may be offered where stated. Apologies for any inconvenience.
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| NHS Highland SAS Education Event (in-person) | Mon 23rd Feb 2026 (09:00 - 13:00) at UHI, Inverness | Click here to view the programme | This event is open to NHS Highland SAS doctors and dentists and is available free of charge. To book a place please click here |
| NHS Tayside SAS Education Event (in-person) | Mon 27th April 2026 (13:30 -16:30 approx.) at Dundee Dental Education Centre | Click here to view programme/ save the date | This event is open to NHS Tayside SAS doctors and dentists and is available free of charge. To book a place please click here |
| NHS Borders SAS Education Event (in-person) | Wed 6th May 2026 (12:30 - 17:00) at Borders General Hospital | Programme coming soon | This event is open to NHS Borders SAS doctors and dentists and is free of charge. A hybrid link may be available to those who are unable to join in person, more details coming soon. To book a place please click here |
This page was last updated on: 06.02.2026 at 13.02