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Academic toolkit
If you're a paediatric trainee interested in pursuing an academic career pathway, explore this resource - from funding application checklists to tips on writing your PhD application and case studies from those already in research.
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APPG inquiry into the 'Five Year Forward View on Mental Health'- consultation response
In 2018 the College replied to calls for evidence on this APPG. We welcome the inquiry into the implementation of the plan. Promoting child and young people’s mental health remains a top priority for the college, as laid out in our State of Child health report.
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Cannabis-derived medicinal products - questions and answers
The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health and British Paediatric Neurology Association has developed this Q&A in light of recent developments in this area. It advises on the legality and safety of cannabis-based products and considers the evidence base for their potential harms and benefits.
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Care of unaccompanied migrant children and child victims of modern slavery – consultation response
We responded to the Department for Education in 2017 with recommendations that child health professionals be included in the assessment process to determine whether a child is the victim of modern slavery and human trafficking. Government must allocate more financial resource in order for Local Auth...
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Career support service
Each of us faces questions, dilemmas, even big problems in relation to our career... Our service provides personal career guidance through a network of advisors. It's free of charge to RCPCH members and fellows at different career levels - including trainees, SAS doctors and consultant paediatrician...
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Chatterbox game on five ways of healthy wellbeing
Based on the classic children's game, this game provides ‘Facts vs Myths’ surrounding the subject of mental health, which can enable a teacher/healthcare professional to facilitate a discussion regarding this issue.
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Child Health Reviews - UK : Mortality and morbidity in children and young people with epilepsy (2013)
CHR-UK was a UK-wide programme of work, systematically examining mortality and morbidity in children and young people between their 1st and 18th birthdays. This report is a themed review of cases of mortality and morbidity in children and young people with epilepsy at all stages of the care pathway,...
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Child mental health - sub-specialty
These clinicians promote mental wellbeing and work with children and families with mental health difficulties. Find out more about this sub-specialty and its curriculum.
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CPD approval of distance and online learning - how to apply
As part of our accreditation programme, RCPCH CPD approval is a recognised mark of quality for your distance learning (DL) or online learning.
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CPD approval of live educational activities - application process
As part of our accreditation programme, RCPCH CPD approval is a recognised mark of quality for your live educational event.