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Leading the way in children’s health

We want more healthy children. So we make sure that our members get the knowledge and expertise they need, and we involve children, young people and families in all that we do.

Safeguarding roles and competencies

To protect children and young people from harm, all healthcare staff must be able to recognise child maltreatment and take effective action. We've developed a new framework specifically for paediatricians.
About our framework
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Curious about a paediatrics career?

Paediatrics is a rewarding, varied and enriching specialty, with opportunities from research to volunteering overseas. And, we run regular events for foundation doctors and students to explore more.
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Present your work at RCPCH Conference

By sharing your workshop ideas or submitting an abstract, you could be sharing your work with colleagues at our 2020 event. Be quick - the deadline for workshop proposals is 3 September.

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Recognising excellence - we're now seeking members' nominations

Each year we bestow Honorary Fellowship upon a small number of people who have demonstrated a major contribution to child health - through research, education or clinical service and leadership.

And, the James Spence Medal (awarded to Professor Alan Emond, pictured below) recognises outstanding contributions to the advancement of knowledge and understanding in paediatrics and child health.

Nominations for Honorary Fellowship
Nominations for James Spence Medal

Upcoming courses and events

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Event

RCPCH/NIHR Academic Trainees Day

London

Do you want to know how you can get into child health research? Or, do you already work in academic paediatrics and want to explore more opportunities? Join our free event to hear from high profile speakers in child health research, and network with others with similar interests.
Course

MRCPCH Clinical Exam Preparation (two days)

16 December 2019

London

This newly updated course is built to support trainees in their preparation for passing their exam. As an exam candidate, this course will boost your confidence through highly interactive workshops, small group work, discussions and role play with professional actors.
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