
Examinations
We offer two qualifications in the UK and internationally: Membership (MRCPCH) and the Diploma of Child Health (DCH). Find out more about our exams, or browse through our related content below.
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Tax relief on examinations
You may be able to claim tax relief in the United Kingdom on fees for the MRCPCH and Diploma of Child Health (DCH) examinations since 2010.
Course
MRCPCH Clinical exam preparation course (2 days)
23 May 2019
London
This course is intended for candidates revising for MRCPCH Clinical in June 2019, but is recommended at any stage in your preparation. You will gain a greater understanding of the key skills required and the pitfalls to avoid. The course will focus on exam technique and prepare you for the various s...
Volunteering opportunity
Help us lead on the development of our theory exams
Closing date
We're recruiting Principal Area Theory (PAT) Leads for regions across the UK. This vital leadership role supports our MRCPCH theory exams, which test appropriate areas of the curriculum for level 1 paediatric training. You'll facilitate regular and dynamic Question Setting Groups (QSGs) with consult...
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Examiners - Requirements and criteria: duties and responsibilities of RCPCH examiners
This page is for doctors interested in applying to become RCPCH examiners/senior examiners. It provides guidance on the key requirements and criteria related to the application and appointment process, and it highlights the key duties and responsibilities of RCPCH examiners for both MRCPCH and DCH c...
Volunteering opportunity
Write questions for the theory exams
If you're a member with MRCPCH, why not join a Question Setting Group (QSG), in your region? Our day-long meetings are a great opportunity to support the next generation of paediatricians, develop your skills and network with new colleagues and old friends.
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MRCPCH Clinical examination changes - from September 2019
26 November 2018
The Examinations Executive Committee are introducing modifications to the structure and scoring system of the MRCPCH Clinical examination. Trainees and examiners have provided significant input into these changes, which were approved by the GMC (General Medical Council) in July 2018. These changes...
Course
DCH Clinical exam preparation course
01 March 2019
London
This one-day course will familiarise you with the DCH (Diploma of Child Health) Clinical exam. You will gain a greater understanding of the assessment criteria, the key skills required and the pitfalls to avoid by focusing on exam technique and, through practice, how to approach each station.
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MRCPCH Theory & Science Exam Preparation: online lectures
These 15 video lectures are designed specifically to help candidates for the TAS exam tackle the areas that previous candidates have found the most difficult. You will get continued access to the online content for the following two sittings of TAS.
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MRCPCH Clinical June 2018.2 - exam results
23 July 2018
As of 23 July, candidates can log in to their online accounts to view their results for this exam. We will send the detailed breakdown of results soon after.
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MRCPCH Mastercourse, 1st edition (2007)

Prepared in conjunction with RCPCH, this is a comprehensive package for trainees facing professional examinations in paediatrics and child health.