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Children’s Cancer Services in England – consultation response
In 2019 we responded to NHS England’s consultation on cancer services for children, teenagers and young adults. While we welcomed the direction of travel we identified a number of areas for improvement.
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First 1,000 Days – consultation response
In 2018, we responded to the Health and Social Care Select Committee’s inquiry into the first 1,000 days of life. We support efforts to improve the first 1,000 days, recognising how important they are for children’s health and development in later life.
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First 1,000 Days – Wales consultation response
In 2017 we responded to the Children, Young People and Education Committee’s consultation on the First 1,000 Days. We welcome the commitment to focus on infants and very young children, as healthy children are more likely to become healthy adults.
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How does PaedCCF outpatients work? A step-by-step guide
As a paediatrician, how well do you listen to parents, carers and children? The Paediatric Carers of Children Feedback (PaedCCF) tool helps you measure how well you interact with these groups during outpatients consultations, and to identify any areas that may need attention. You will need to get at...
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Improving disability assistance in Scotland - consultation response
In May 2019 we responded to the Scottish Government consultation, Improving Disability Assistance in Scotland. RCPCH is generally supportive of the proposal and recommends that application for Disability Assistance should be a straightforward process for parents/carers/paediatricians with rigorous a...
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Medical Training Initiative (paediatrics) - guidance for applicants
The MTI(p) scheme provides paediatricians from outside the UK / European Economic Area two years of high quality postgraduate training in the NHS. Graduates can use this experience to improve patient care in their home countries, and UK hospitals benefit from their skills and knowledge. If you're in...
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RCPCH ePortfolio (Kaizen) guidance for trainees
Paediatric trainees and your educational supervisors can use ePortfolio to record learning in all its forms and settings, and to monitor progress through the curriculum. It is is mandatory for all run-through and non run-through paediatricians in UK training posts.
Find out how to use it with our...
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Resigning membership
If you are considering resigning your membership, please contact our Member Services team. You may be eligible for a concession or alternative subscription rate.
Members who are permanently retired from all paid work are eligible for senior membership or fellowship at a reduced rate and may want...
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Specialty training at Level 1 - application guidance
Most doctors enter paediatric training at Level 1, predominantly starting their posts at ST1 (in August or September). This is known as 'National Round 1'.
Applications closed as of 16:00, 1 December 2020. For reference, you can find information on recruitment below, including the 2021 applicant ...
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Sub-specialty recognition
Doctors on the GMC (General Medical Council) Specialist Register may also apply for their registration to be updated with an approved sub-specialty in paediatrics.