How can we better improve across boundaries? Co-design of the Systems QI Practitioner Programme

Working across boundaries and navigating complex systems has become a vital aspect of delivering effective health and care services in the UK and Ireland. As improvement practitioners, it’s essential that we evolve to meet these challenges.

In response, Q members from across the UK and Ireland are collaboratively designing a Systems QI Practitioner Programme. This initiative aims to equip health and care organisations with the knowledge and tools needed to drive improvements that span organisational and systemic boundaries.

Their vision is to provide a freely accessible, comprehensive educational programme—including slide decks, handbooks, guidance, activities, and more. These resources will empower organisations and systems to develop their quality improvement (QI) and systems thinking capabilities, wherever they are.

The co-design process is progressing rapidly, and the team need your insights to shape the next phase. They’ve developed a first draft outlining the programme’s aims, outcomes, structure, and content, and are eager to gather your feedback.

Join the team on Wednesday 5 February to review the programme’s current iteration, share your perspectives, and contribute to this exciting initiative. Together, we can create a resource that drives meaningful change across health and care systems.

Q Exchange is our funding programme that offers up to £40,000 to member-led improvement projects in a collaborative process that draws on the knowledge of the community to refine, develop and vote on proposals.