Corporate Induction (Monday and Tuesday)
- Format: The Corporate Induction will be conducted via MS Teams, complemented by some self-directed study.
- Manual Handling: This session will be held in person. You will receive details about the venue and times at the beginning of the induction week. Recent university graduates who have completed manual handling training within the last year may be exempt from this session (proof of training date and level required for confirmation).
- Clinical Induction: Also in person. If you are required to complete Clinical Induction, you should have received an email from the Clinical Education team with location details (mainly at the Comely Bank Centre or WGH). Note that parking is not available at these locations, but there are convenient bus routes.
Programme Content for Corporate Induction (Monday and Tuesday)
| MONDAY | |
| 08:50 – 09:00 | Registration |
| 09:00 – 10:15 | Welcome to NHS Lothian |
| 10:15 – 10:30 | Break |
| 10:30 – 11:00 | Turas Learn |
| 11:00 – 12:00 | Set up Turas Learn & Self-Directed Study (Mandatory Training & Induction Hub) |
| 12:00 – 12:30 | Lunch |
| 12:30 – 16:00 | Self-Directed Study (Mandatory Training & Induction Hub) |
| TUESDAY | |
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Drop-In Session for Questions |
| 09:00 – 12:30 | Self-Directed Study (Mandatory Training & Induction Hub) |
| 12:30 – 13:00 | Lunch |
| 13:00 – 14:00 | Self-Directed Study (Mandatory Training & Induction Hub) |
| 14:00 – 14:30 | Information Governance Session |
| 14:30 – 15:30 | Fire Safety Session |
Location and Equipment
All Corporate Induction training will be delivered over MS Teams. You will need a laptop, tablet, or computer for these training days, mobile phones are not permitted for these sessions. If you do not have access to these devices, please let your manager know who will be able to support.
Timings
Please make sure to join the MS Teams meeting from 08:50 AM to ensure there are no technical difficulties. You will use the same MS Team link provided for the Monday & Tuesday sessions for Corporate Induction.
Completion Requirements
New staff must complete the Core Mandatory subjects by the end of their first week of employment to ensure they understand safety expectations. All other induction requirements should be completed within the first 12 weeks.
New employees are required to inform their Line Manager once they have completed their Core Mandatory Modules and Essential Modules relevant to their job role on Turas Learn. Accuracy and completion will be checked by your Line Manager.
Contact Information
If you have any issues or queries, please contact us at: loth.see@nhs.scot
Welcome to NHS Lothian! We look forward to supporting you through your induction and helping you become an integral part of our team.












