Successful completion of a full UK paediatric training programme is marked by the issue of a RITA G by the Postgraduate Deanery.  For entry to the specialist register at the GMC, the trainee must apply to the College for confirmation of completion of training (CCT) at  CCT@rcpch.ac.uk.

 

Trainees are strongly advised to begin the application process as soon as possible (up to 6 months before CCT date). The College will assess your application and make a recommendation to the PMETB.

 

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Various documents are required in support of such a recommendation, these include:

1. The completed College application form, signed by:
    a) Trainee
    b) Regional Adviser
    c) Postgraduate Dean
    d) And where appropriate, the recognised Training Adviser for the 
       relevant CSAC

2. All RITAs issued by the Deanery during the training programme.

3. A detailed CV, as set out in example.

4. Original certificate for the award of*:
    a) The MRCPCH examination
    b) Or recognised equivalent qualification

 * Please note that any original documents will be returned via Recorded Delivery

5. Original GMC certificate.

6. Supporting documentation regarding any out-of-programme posts.
    This may include:
    a) Evidence of prospective approval (Please call HST office for
        clarification)
    b) Evidence of satisfactory performance (Please call HST office for
        clarification)

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There is a six month period of grace after the end of training during which a trainee may retain their NTN if a consultant post has not been secured. One-off extensions beyond the period of grace may be granted in exceptional circumstances by the Postgraduate Dean.

Application for NHS consultant posts may be made if the date of interviews is not more than six months before the expected CCT date.

CCT application doc checklist