Course
Your handbook on all forms of child abuse - looks across the whole range of medical and social interactions: from examination, to identification, to referral, to court. Available to members and subscribers.
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Membership
VolunteeringWe now have roles available on our Trainee Network, Medicines Committee, new Digital Committee and more! Also seeking leads on our clinical exam scenarios and participants for EDI mentoring.
Milestones magazineIn our summer 2023 edition, we prepare for the new training currriculum Progress+! Members discuss collaborative working in youth-friendly services and a paediatrician shares lessons learnt as both parent and doctor on the neonatal unit. -
Education and careers
Less than 100 days until Progress+Live from August, Progress+ builds on the current curriculum, and will be flexible and fulfilling. Our FAQs, resources and updates outline what to expect. -
Work we do
Sharing paediatric and child health workforce informationWe provide a unique overview through our data collections, guidance, evidence library and interactive maps. -
Resources
Impact in diabetes careWe ran the National Diabetes Quality Programme for the past five years. Our new report highlights its impact on, and incredible work by, paediatric diabetes units in England and Wales.
Secure settingsAt any time, about 1,000 children and young people are placed in secure settings on justice or welfare grounds. Our healthcare standards have been refreshed. -
Key topics
Industrial action in the NHSWe recognise that taking strike action is a personal choice. We have published frequently asked questions to support members, including advice especially for trainees and SAS doctors.
Working for changeTwo years ago, we outlined the steps we need to take on equality, diversity and inclusion. We've now reported on our progress, and what happens next as we remain dedicated to working for change. -
News and events
RCPCH Conference 2023Our big event returns to Glasgow from 23 to 25 May, with the theme, 'Child health in a changing world'. We'd love to see you there!
Annual review2022 was a busy year where we sought to #ShiftTheDial on Health Inequalities, launched a new RCPCH Learning platform, led on policy work across the four nations and so much more.
Child Protection Portal - your essential resource
The Portal aims to inform clinical practice, child protection procedures and professional and expert opinion in the legal system.
Some of its content, including our Child Protection Companion, is only available to College members (as part of your subscription) or to individual or organisational subscribers.
Our evidence-based resource for clinicians in the UK and internationally helps inform clinical practice, child protection procedures and professional and expert opinion in the legal system.
Child protection continues to evolve, with particular changes over the last 10 years. We aim to provide doctors with the essential competencies through courses and eLearning.
Aids clinical decision-making in examining children referred for evaluation of possible sexual abuse - available to purchase or free to members who are named and designated doctors for safeguarding children.
Sll healthcare staff must have the competencies to recognise child maltreatment, opportunities to improve childhood wellbeing and to take effective action as appropriate to their role.
Responsible for championing the safeguarding agenda for children and young people. It advises on matters relating to child protection – preventing violence, exploitation and abuse against children.