*New - AI Webinar Series
Beyond the Buzz
This webinar series is designed to demystify artificial intelligence (AI) and support the workforce to confidently and responsibly engage with AI as a tool for service transformation. Each session builds knowledge, encourages critical thinking, and promotes a people-first approach to technology.
These webinars are designed to support employees from all health and social care settings in Scotland including NHS, Local Authorities, Health and Social Care Partnerships, Social Work, Social Care, Care and Support Providers, Housing, Third and Independent Sectors.
Register to hear about upcoming webinars here.
**New Webinar - January 2026**
Webinar 4: AI for Good- Tools that Empower and Conversations that matter
Tuesday 27 January 2026 (13.00 – 14.00)
Register Now to secure your place.
Join us for the fourth session in the Beyond the Buzz AI webinar series as we explore how artificial intelligence is empowering patients and carers to take a more active role in their health and wellbeing. This session will not only showcase practical examples of AI tools for self‑management but also focus on what this means for the workforce.
We will discuss the skills, capabilities, and conversations health and social care professionals need to support individuals effectively, address concerns, and build trust in AI.
What to Expect
- Expert insights from speakers with firsthand experience of AI in use in health and social care.
- Interactive Q&A – Submit your questions in advance and join the conversation at nes.dew@nhs.scot
- Practical takeaways – Guide your team/service to trusted tools and learning.
Webinar 1: AI in Action - Empowering Scotland's Health and Social Care Workforce
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This live webinar took place on Tuesday 19 August.
The panel Christopher Wroath, Director of Technology Services, NHS Education for Scotland and Marion Logan, Policy Team Leader, Digital Leadership & Capabilities, Digital Health & Care, Scottish Government shared their experiences and personal reflections of how new technologies will impact on the health and social care sector.
You can view the recording, resources and FAQs here
Webinar 2: AI in practice: Real-World Applications in Health and Social Care
The second in our series of webinars took place on 07 October. This offered a valuable opportunity to explore how AI is already being used across Scotland’s health and social care settings. With featured speakers George Burton, Learning and Development Manager (Digital Learning) Scottish Social Services Council and Nicky Cronin, Improvement Advisor (Digital) at the Care Inspectorate.
You can view the recording, resources and FAQs here
Webinar 3: AI for Everyone: Managing the Shift - From Theory to Reality
The third in our series of webinars focused on what’s really happening in health and social care.
We cut through the myths, share practical examples of AI in action, and explain what it means for your role.