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.

News

Reviewing the MRCPCH Clinical exam: shaping the future of clinical assessment

7 October 2026

RCPCH Officer for Examinations, Dr Carrie Mackenzie and MRCPCH Clinical Examination Chair, Dr Tina Sajjanhar introduce proposed changes to this exam and your chance to participate in our consultation from 13 October.

Volunteering opportunity

Education and Learning Board: Clinical Lead roles

Closing date

26 October 2026

This board works with our Education and Professional Development team to develop and deliver the RCPCH education portfolio. We are currently looking for three Clinical Leads: on CPD, Exam Preparation and Safeguarding Courses.

Continuing professional development

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Safeguarding

Volunteering opportunity

Angoff Judges

We invite members who have completed the MRCPCH to take part in Angoff standard setting meetings to set the standards for our Theory exams. It’s a great opportunity to develop knowledge and play a role in ensuring the quality of the next generation of paediatricians.

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Course

DCH Clinical exam preparation - online

21 October 2026

This one-day virtual course will familiarise you with the Diploma of Child Health Clinical exam. You will gain a greater understanding of the assessment criteria, the key skills required, the pitfalls to avoid by focusing on exam technique and, through practice, how to approach each station.

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Course

MRCPCH Clinical exam preparation (in-person)

06 January 2027

London

This in-person course is intended for candidates registered for the MRCPCH Clinical exams. It will focus on exam technique and prepare you for the various stations to ensure you plan your revision wisely, make the most of your knowledge and present with confidence in the exam.

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Document

Assessment review - information and updates

We are reviewing the assessment programme within RCPCH Progress+ for doctors in postgraduate paediatric training in the UK. Our aim is to ensure that assessments and examinations are fair, fit for purpose and sustainable. We have developed and piloted three proposed workplace-based assessments an...

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Paediatric training

Progress+

News

Introducing the Theory Diploma of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health

2 June 2025

We are pleased to announce that there is a new qualification name for the theory component of the Membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (MRCPCH).

News

Amendment to the theory exam standard setting process in 2025

7 January 2025

Starting from the 2025.2 examination diet (April 2025), the process for setting the pass mark for the MRCPCH theory exams will change.

Volunteering opportunity

MRCPCH Clinical examiner - opportunities for international members

We welcome applicants to this interesting and important opportunity to contribute to MRCPCH clinical exams around the world. We are particularly keen for applications from Egypt, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE, where there is a growing need for new examiners. We encourage applications from underr...

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Examinations - resources to support your revision

Planning to sit your theory, MRCPCH Clinical or DCH Clinical exams? Explore our official exam preparation resources to give yourself the best chance for success. These include free sample papers and video tips, and paid for courses and textbooks.

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