A full list of paediatric guidelines, which meet the standards for RCPCH endorsement, and which are published by NICE, SIGN, Royal Colleges or paediatric specialty groups.
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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
We're getting ready for 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
Engaging children and young peopleOur guidance and best practice examples can help you collaborate with children, young people and their families to create a healthcare service that meets their needs.
Secure settingsAt any time, about 1,000 children and young people are placed in secure settings on justice or welfare grounds, and they may have complex needs. Our healthcare standards were refreshed in spring 2023. -
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
Podcast on child health inequalitiesTwo innovative teams tell us about their work to better understand the impact of poverty on children and young people’s health, and design NHS services with targeted support.
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.
Our process manual
Updated in April 2020 and accredited by NICE since 2006, Setting standards for development of clinical guidelines in paediatrics and child health describes our process to develop high standard clinical guidelines, including information on grading evidence, consensus methods, dissemination and implementation.
We can help organisations and groups create high quality guidelines. Our methodology outlines the steps you'll need to take to get RCPCH endorsement.
RCPCH members are invited to join our consultation panel. See current and upcoming opportunities to comment on draft documents, represent us at meetings or join a guideline development group.
Our clinical guidelines
Management of emergent illnesses in children and young people
This resource for clinicians helps inform clinical practice, child protection procedures and professional and expert opinion in the legal system.
You can access this on our Child Protection Portal, which hosts safeguarding guidelines and resources.