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CPD scheme - frequently asked questions
Our CPD (continuing professional development) scheme is for paediatricians who are not in training. Here we answer your questions about the scheme.
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CPD scheme and guidance for paediatricians
Our CPD (continuing professional development) scheme is for paediatricians who are not in training. Find out more about it, and how and when to register on the the online CPD Diary.
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CPD scheme updates and impact on members - key findings
We surveyed members active in the College’s CPD (continuing professional development) scheme in June 2017 to gauge the impact of the changes to the CPD Scheme that were implemented in April 2016, and to gauge effectiveness of the CPD Diary in supporting the revised scheme. The findings are presented...
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Creating a smokefree generation and tackling youth vaping in the UK - consultation response
In December 2023, we responded to a consultation from the UK Government and devolved administrations’ on creating a smokefree generation and tackling youth vaping. The College supports raising the age of sale to create a smokefree generation and a full prohibition on the sale and supply of disposabl...
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CYP representatives at senior meetings - Morriston Hospital
This page provides a best practice example for standard 11 of Facing the Future: Together for child health standards, which outlines how children, young people and parents are involved in meetings and decision making at Morriston Hospital. Children and young people have shaped service design and use...
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Data collection of antenatal steroids given - a case study for NNAP
The following case study from Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust was included in the 2018 annual report on 2017 data, and highlights how NNAP results can be used as a basis for identifying, and undertaking, local quality improvement activities.
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DCH Clinical exam - how to apply
The Diploma of Child Health (DCH) comprises two exams - Foundation of Practice (FOP) theory and DCH Clinical. The FOP is shared with the MRCPCH route (membership exam). You can apply for these two exams in any order. If both exams have the same application period, you can apply for both at the same ...
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DCH Clinical examination candidate guide
The Diploma of Child Health (DCH) Clinical assesses whether candidates have reached the standard in clinical skills expected of a newly appointed General Practitioner (GP) who has completed a short period of training in paediatrics. It is one of two exams for the DCH, and is currently available to c...
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Delivery of autism services in Wales - consultation response
In 2019 we responded to the Welsh Government's consultation on its draft code of practice on the delivery of autism services. We welcome the Welsh Government's attempts to improve services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) but are concerned about separating ASD out of the Neurodevelop...
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Dentistry in Wales – consultation response
In 2018 we responded to the Health, Social Care and Sport Committee’s inquiry into dentistry in Wales. We welcome efforts to improve children’s oral health and have outlined recommendations for improving rates of tooth decay in Wales.