Links to resources and information to support nurse endoscopy workforce education and development.
Glasgow Caledonian University - Advanced Skills and Innovative practice (Endoscopy) module | 30 credits at MSc level
Following completion of this theory module, practitioners will undertake a skill-based competency driven course. Therefore, the aim of this module is to develop the theoretical knowledge required to support progression on to a skills-based course that enables registered healthcare professionals to safely and independently conduct gastrointestinal endoscopy, in their chosen modality (gastroscopy or colonoscopy).
Physicians Joint Advisory Group on GI Endoscopy (JAG) - JAG Endoscopy Training System (JETS)
JETS is a web-based e-portfolio which allows trainees and trainers to record their endoscopic experience and demonstrate their performance, progression and competence. JAG certification is managed by JETS; this is awarded to trainees who can evidence that they are performing at a standard that is appropriate for them to work independently.
University of Dundee – Institute for Healthcare Simulation - Skills Training
Provide a comprehensive variety of pre and post registration training courses suitable for nursing,medical and surgical trainees/ endoscopists including Basic Skills in Upper Gastrointestinal (UGI) Endoscopy, Basic Skills in Colonoscopy, Lower GI Polypectomy Skills, Upskilling in Colonoscopyand Train the Trainer.
Endoscopy and urology diagnostic: recovery and renewal plan (published November 2021)
Clinical Skills Managed Education Network
Scottish Centre for Simulation and Clinical Human Factors
Joint Advisory Group (JAG) on GI Endoscopy
Full list of professional development resources can be found in the Career and Development Framework for Nurse Endoscopists in Scotland (pages 45-57).
There are a range of resources available from NES Nurse Endoscopy conferences and events and these can be accessed on the conference and events page.