Digital social care

Last updated: 16 April 2026

Digital capabilities and skills are essential for making the most out of the technology that is playing an increasingly important role in health and social care.

Use the Digital Capabilities Assessment and the personal report to:

  • Better understand your digital skills

  • Gain a sense of your strengths and weaknesses

  • Identify potential areas for future learning that may be of value professionally

About the assessment

This survey is being conducted on behalf of Scottish Government, the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities COSLA) and the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as part of their commitment to using digital technology for a better, more efficient health and social care sector in Scotland. Completing the survey takes around 15 minutes. By default, participation is anonymous (you can change this later if you want to).

The information collected will help those national organisations set realistic goals and priorities for the whole health and care sector. Additionally, the information will help health and social care organisations assess and manage their digital transformation efforts.

When you complete the survey, you’ll be offered a personal report on your survey responses for download, which you can use to review your digital skills and identify whether there are areas you’d like to learn more about.

The survey contains questions about the digital devices you might use, how you feel about the internet and being online, and about systems and other digital tools you might use at work. You will not be asked for any personal or protected information.

Are you an SSSC registrant? 

Completing the survey along with a brief reflection demonstrates continuous professional learning. By doing so, you can apply for the SSSC Digital Capabilities Assessment MyLearning Open Badge. This badge is awarded to individuals who have completed the survey and reflected on their learning. It can also contribute towards your continuous professional learning (CPL). Your report will contain a link to this - please make sure you download it when you’ve finished the survey.