Development Needs Analysis Tool (DNAT)
Development Needs Analysis Tool (DNAT)
The DNAT is accessible in different formats to suit your learning needs:
How do I complete the DNAT?
To help you get started, watch this short video guide. Access the video transcript.
There is also a step-by-step guide for the Development Needs Analysis Tool (DNAT). This guide will walk you through the process, ensuring you can navigate the tool effectively and make the most of your assessment.
You can access the online DNAT by selecting the orange box at the top of this section.
Important - please read the information below before accessing the tool.
Development Needs Analysis Privacy Notice
Why do we process this personal data?
NES processes personal data of health and social care staff within Scotland who wish to use the Development Needs Analysis Tool (DNAT).
What personal data does the Development Needs Analysis Tool use?
Data we collect includes your email address, and your development needs.
Legal Basis
The legal basis NES uses for processing your personal data can be found under UK GDRP Article 6(1)(e) – necessary for the purpose of a task in the public interest. This can be found in the NHS Education for Scotland Order 2002, which states that NES should make available “facilities for education, research and training.” (Section 4(1)(a))
Data transfers outside the UK
All data is stored within the UK or EU.
Automated Decision making
Individuals will not be subject to automated decision making within the Development Needs Analysis Tool.
Retention
Data will be held for no more than 4 months by NES to allow for usage stats to be gathered. After this time it will be deleted by NES.
More information:
Information about your rights, how to make a complaint, and how to contact the NES Data Protection Officer can be found in the NES Privacy Notice.