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A survey of the training needs of the National Panel of Specialists
1NHS Education for Scotland, Hanover Buildings, 66 Rose Street, Edinburgh.
Background:
A survey of National Panellists (NPs) in Scotland was undertaken to establish their current skill base and what training would be required to enable them to carry out appointment committee responsibilities effectively.
Methods:
A questionnaire was sent to all NPs in November 2005 requesting their views on the importance of a range of issues covering the appointment process for Specialist Registrars (SpRs) and Consultants.
Results:
Three quarters of NPs responded. Half (51%) had not undertaken training in the appointments process. Many (46%) of those who considered that employment legislation was important, rated their knowledge as 'none' or 'poor'. Of those who considered that knowledge of equal opportunities legislation was important, 15% rated their knowledge as none or poor.
Conclusion:
NHS Education for Scotland (NES) has been encouraged to bring forward training courses to prepare NPs with respect to employment and equal opportunities legislation relevant to the appointment of Consultants and SpRs. A resource package of information about professional/regulatory body guidance, and other pertinent information should also be made available for NPs.
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