Curious about paediatrics as a career? You can get some early experience of our specialty while at med school: join your local paediatric society, attend a careers event, consider your elective or speak with your friendly and local paediatrician.
Is paediatric training looking like your next step as an FY doctor? We explain what to expect from a rotation or 'taster week', who to speak to and where to find resources and tips to support your application to paediatrics.
You can take your career in the direction that suits you, such as research, sub-specialty training, flexible working and other experiences. Our innovative curriculum equips you with the skills needed as a consultant paediatrician.
Most doctors enter paediatric training at Specialty Training 1, or ST1 (National Round 1). ST3 posts may also be available in the national recruitment year (National Round 2). We explain how to prepare your application and interviews.
You may like to check out our guide for those starting the ST1 year in paediatrics. We have a handy checklist for the first month and a jargon buster, plus info on ePortfolio, neonatal experience and more.
Join us in promoting this wonderful specialty to medical students and foundation doctors! Download our posters and social media cards, and grab some tips to help you run an online careers event.
In 2020 and during the COVID-19 pandemic, we asked some paediatricians about their experiences and what inspired them to #ChoosePaediatrics...
Three young people put some doctors to the test! Filmed in 2019, they grilled them about the most important qualities, who they work with and how they get through the tough times.
Also in 2019, eight paediatricians shared their motivations for choosing this specialty - from seeing variety to enjoying children's curiosity - and that while it's never easy it's often fun.
See all #ChoosePaediatrics videos
Our online sessions for medical students, foundation doctors and paediatric trainees explore careers in paediatrics. We explain the recruitment process and training pathway, and trainees and consultants around the country tell us what it's really like. Plus delegates are invited to ask those tricky questions...
Our playlist on YouTube has the recordings of all our online sessions.