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Training and assessment

Whether you're considering a paediatric career or are in the middle of your training pathway, we're here to support you. Read our guides and updates to support your training, including the Progress+ curriculum, assessment tools and your ePortfolio, plus an introduction to your Trainees Committee.
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Your training guide

From recruitment to certification...this is your handbook. It covers your annual review of competence progression (ARCP) and the varied options for your training.
Training guide
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Your assessments

Also known as Supervised Learning Events, these workplace-based assessments support your development and indicate possible improvements.
Assessment guide
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Your ePortfolio

With your educational supervisors, you'll use this online tool to record all learning and monitor your progress through the Progress curriculum. ePortfolio is on the risr/advance platform (formerly Kaizen).
ePortfolio guide

As you start training - key resources

Paediatric training at ST1 - guide
RCPCH membership - most new trainees should apply for Junior membership
RCPCH Progress+ - our two-level training programme and curriculum
Training Charter - what to expect from every training unit
Trainee toolkit - written by trainees for trainees
Reasonable adjustments at work good practice
Less Than Full Time training guidance
Rostering guidance for postgraduate doctors in training (England)
Trainee Committee - representing the views of all trainees

As you progress in training - key resources

Sub-specialties in training
Special interest (SPIN) modules
RCPCH START (Specialty Trainee Assessment of Readiness for Tenure)
Stepping up - transition from trainee to new consultant paediatrician
Returning to work in paediatrics

For trainers

Educational supervisors
College Tutors
Deaneries
Examiners and hosts
RCPCH START assessors
CSACs (College Specialty Advisory Committees)
Heads of School and Training Programme Directors

Quick links

Latest news and blogs about training

More news about training
Dr Samar Al-Shamaa
Blog
21 October 2024

My experience applying to paediatrics, with tips

Dr Samar Al-Shamaa shares her positive experience applying for paediatric training. With applications opening this month, take a look to get insight into the application process and tips for the interview!
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Announcement
15 October 2024

Invitation to apply for a fully funded, one-year industry placement

RCPCH is delighted to announce an exciting partnership with Vertex and the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Medicine on the Vertex Physicians in Pharma Programme (VPiPP). This unique, one-year work placement is for clinicians in training who wish to enrich their curriculum and knowledge by understanding an...
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Announcement
5 August 2024

Applications now open for BPSU's bursary to run a rare disease study

We invite trainee paediatricians and newly qualified consultants to apply for the annual British Paediatric Surveillance Unit's Sir Peter Tizard bursary. The successful applicant receives a fully funded slot on the BPSU Orange Card and a stipend towards their training needs. The deadline is Monday 2...