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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 to support your training, including the curriculum, assessment tools and ePortfolio. Have a voice through your Trainees Committee. And, browse other resources and news for trainees.

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.
Read training guide

Your assessments

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

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

Key resources as you start training

Become an RCPCH member
Your curriculum - RCPCH Progress
Your charter - what to expect from every training unit
Your toolkit - written by trainees for trainees
Your voice - meet the Trainees Committee
Reasonable adjustments at work

Key resources as you progress in training

Sub-specialties in training
Special interest (SPIN) modules
RCPCHStart - assessment at level 3
College posts for trainees
Stepping up - transition from trainee to new consultant paediatrician
COVID-19 and impact on trainee progression
Supporting the COVID-19 response - managing annual review of competency progres…
Supporting training - for supervisors and tutors

Training news

Other news about training
News

New beginnings, new adventures

24 August 2021
Chair of the Trainees' Committee Dr Laura Kelly welcomes all those starting in paediatrics. And, for many trainees embarking on a new adventure, she offers advice on what to expect and the developments to come.
Membership

Training resources

Other resources about training

RCPCH Progress+ and our Shape of training plans

Wewill introduce a new two-level, run through specialty training programme by 2023, ensuring it is flexible, fulfilling and fit-for-purpose. Explore our FAQs, best practice maps and updates from the College and members.

About Progress+

Volunteering opportunities for trainees

All volunteering opportunities
Volunteering opportunity

Nominations for College posts: Wales

Members in Wales take up crucial roles on our Wales Executive Committee and UK-wide groups - whether it's responding to Welsh government draft policies or representing your fellow paediatricians across the nation.