What kind of work do trainees do?
General Management Training Scheme
If you’re successful, you’ll be posted to one of Scotland’s Health Boards. You must be flexible and willing to work anywhere in Scotland.
You’ll have two years in-work training designed to give you:- A broad knowledge of the NHS
- real management responsibilities
- an opportunity to choose a specialist area of work and study.
| Year 1 | What you'll do |
| Orientation (three months) | You’ll experience a range of NHS services in your host Board and across Scotland |
| First placement (nine months) | You’ll work in a real management post with responsibility for people, services and resources such as skills, budgets and equipment |
| Year 2 | What you'll do |
| Elective (three months) | Choose where you’d like to develop your skills and experience, perhaps in another public sector organisation |
| Second placement (nine months) | You’ll move into another management post in your host Board, at a more strategic level |
After this you’re guaranteed at least a full year of work, normally with your host NHS Board, during which you’ll also complete your MSc.
Financial Management Training Scheme
If you’re successful, you’ll be posted to one of Scotland’s Health Boards. You’ll have three years in-work training designed to give you:- a broad knowledge of the NHS, both in Scotland and across the UK
- an in-depth understanding of financial management and governance
| Year 1 | What you'll do |
| Orientation (three months) | You’ll experience a range of NHS services in your host Board and across Scotland. You will start your studies with CIPFA, completing any foundation studies you need to progress your qualification. |
| First placement (approximately ten months) | You’ll work in a real financial management post with a strong operational focus. You will gain an insight into how NHS finances are managed, and the contribution made by effective performance management. |
| Year 2 | What you'll do |
| Audit & Assurance Placement (up to two months) | Have the opportunity to develop your audit and assurance skills, working with both internal and external audit teams. |
| Second placement (ten months) | You’ll develop your financial management post in your host Board, taking on more responsibility and getting an introduction to strategic management challenges. |
| Year 3 | What you'll do |
| Third placement | You’ll move into another financial management post in your host Board, taking on responsibility for people, resources and budgets. |
Throughout this time you will continue your studies with CIPFA and participate in a range of other development opportunities, e.g.
- learning alongside clinical staff and general managers in an action learning set
- personal coaching and mentoring
- attending masterclasses in human resource management, health information systems and project management