Membership

As a member - working in the UK or internationally, a paediatrician, nurse or allied health professional - you can contribute to promoting better outcomes for children through your combined experience, knowledge and influence, and will be supported throughout your career.
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From full access to our Child Protection Portal and online access to the Archives journal, plus event discounts - see what's available to your membership type.
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As a member, you can log in to your online account to keep your details up-to-date, including your personal and work details, contact preferences and interests.
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Our quarterly member magazine brings you all the latest College news, along with in depth features and regular items on life in paediatrics in the UK and around the world.
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Can you share your professional expertise to help improve the lives of paediatricians and child health in the UK and around the world? Explore our range of volunteering opportunities.
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Members offer personal perspectives from across the diverse world of paediatrics - whether it's about volunteering with the College, exploring career options or sharing wellbeing tips...
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For many, retirement is a celebration of life’s work, and often feels like a moment to relax and enjoy a new chapter. Senior members share their experiences and give practical tips.

Latest news on membership

Blog

A busy week in the child health world - President's update

Steve covers lots of topics this week, including applications to ST1, mental health services and data from the new RSV vaccine. He also introduces our Air Pollution Companion and shares recent policy work from the devolved nations.
Announcement

Milestones magazine for members - winter 2024

Finding the time... From understanding the importance of Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) to reviewing the rota gaps survey results, this issue looks at time management and how we can best support our professional and personal lives.

Member volunteering opportunities

Volunteering opportunity

Global Officer - volunteering opportunity

RCPCH Global is the humanitarian arm of RCPCH, working as a component our the organisation-wide international strategy. We are currently looking for a Global Officer to work with our RCPCH Global team.
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Ethics and the Law Advisory Committee - volunteering opportunities

The Ethics and the Law Advisory Committee (ELAC) looks at the constantly evolving legal and ethical worlds and how they interact within the paediatric field. There is currently a position for a non-College member with an interest in Ethics and Child Health.