EFQM Quality Standard Information Session

Posted on February 2, 2018

CVS Falkirk, in partnership with Quality Scotland, will be hosting an information session on the internationally recognised European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) excellence model.

The session will take place on Tuesday 20^th March 2pm – 4pm at the CVS Falkirk office, Unit 6, Callendar Business Park, Callendar Road, Falkirk, FK1 1XR.

The session will offer third sector organisations an opportunity to learn about the EFQM excellence model and how it can be used to implement quality improvement. Organisations will also learn about the accreditation process.

Places are limited, and booking is essential.

To book your place, or for further information, please contact Tariq Mahmood by phone: 01324 692004, or email: tariq@cvsfalkirk.org.uk

Alternatively, for further information on EFQM, visit the Quality Scotland website.

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Forth Valley Top Toes Personal Footcare Volunteer

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