Education and careers

We are a specialty that is rewarding, varied and where you can make a huge impact. As your College we're by your side from pre-med to retirement and wherever you career as a paediatrician takes you. Learn more about how we can help your development.

In this section - training and progression

Choose paediatrics - advice and insights for medical students and new doctors

Apply to paediatrics - ST1, ST3, sub-specialties and consultant roles

Training and assessment - ePortfolio, curriculum and trainee voice

Examinations - theory and clinical exams for the MRCPCH and DCH

Certification for completion of training

Supporting training - for supervisors, Tutors, examiners and deaneries

In this section - education and career resources

Lifelong careers in paediatrics - support throughout your career

Continuing professional development - CPD Diary, career development and support

Courses - live courses, online learning, webinars and podcasts

Revalidation and appraisal

Fellowships and prizes

Quick links to other RCPCH websites

ePortfolio

CPD Diary

RCPCH Learning

Child Protection Portal

Digital Health Hub

Latest news about education and careers

More news

Podcast

11 August 2026

Child health research 2: Getting started and finding support, with Professor Will Carroll

How can paediatricians get started in research alongside clinical work? In this podcast episode, one of our Area Officers and former Officer for Research talks about how to navigate the balance between research and your clinical role.

Announcement

30 July 2026

Dr Vasanta Nanduri elected College Vice President for Training and Assessment

We are delighted to welcome Vasanta as our new VP following the latest membership election, as Dr Cathryn Chadwick's tenure has come to a close.

Podcast

15 July 2026

'Leading the way' episode 13: Leading change, with Dr Nadeem Moghal

Jonathan reflects on his conversation with Dr Nadeem Moghal, Director and Chief Medical and Innovation Officer at Strasys, which looks at the practical realities of leading in complex environments, particularly where transformation and service improvement are needed.