Paediatric careers

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Enrich your clinical training - apply for a fully funded industry placement

17 November 2025

RCPCH, in partnership with Vertex and the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Medicine, is delighted to announce the annual launch of the Vertex Physicians in Pharma Programme (VPiPP).

Course

MRCPCH Clinical Exam preparation - Hybrid

08 January 2026

London

This course is intended for candidates registered for the MRCPCH Clinical exams in the 2026-1 exam diet. The course 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. ...

Paediatric careers

Examinations

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Preparing for the consultant paediatrician role: Lived experiences, data and recommended actions

The transition from postgraduate doctor in training (PGDiT) to consultant is one of the most significant in a paediatrician’s working life. Whether approaching qualification via run-through training or the Portfolio Pathway, this can be a time of stress and uncertainty. Paediatricians who have ma...

Paediatric careers

Workforce

Resource

MRCPCH Clinical exam preparation- online learning

Preparing for the MRCPCH Clinical exam? Our online learning includes pre-recorded lectures and video examples of good practice across different stations. The fee is £95 with unlimited access over a 90-day period. When you register we will enrol you on the RCPCH Learning page which will take up t...

Paediatric careers

Examinations

Resource

Workforce CCT survey 2025 report

What happens after paediatricians complete their specialist training, and how do they feel about the transition into a consultant role? We ran a survey of paediatricians who had recently completed, or were about to complete, their paediatric training. Our report, published in September 2025, highlig...

Course

Trainee Research Network Education Seminars (TREES)

27 January 2026

Join our free monthly seminar series for paediatric residents, offering practical insights into child health research. Each 45-minute session supports Progress+ curriculum goals and is designed to build confidence in research.

Paediatric careers

Quality improvement

Research

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Flexible working in paediatrics: Insights and data, legislation and guidance

Postgraduate doctors in training, consultants and SAS doctors in paediatrics often have flexible working patterns within the NHS. We present data since 2015, relevant UK legislation, guidance from the NHS and RCPCH and real-life experiences from members.

Paediatric careers

Workforce

News

'Leading the way' episode 2: Bloom where you grow, with Dr Emma Dyer

13 August 2025

Step out of your comfort zone, encourage others, simply show up with integrity: leadership doesn’t always mean taking centre stage. Jonathan spoke with Dr Emma Dyer as she completes her tenure as Trainee Committee Chair, in this second episode of our podcast series.

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RCPCH responds to GMC’s workplace experiences 2025 report

8 August 2025

The General Medical Council has published ‘The state of medical education and practice in the UK Workplace experiences 2025’ report.

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Milestones magazine for members – summer 2025, 'Progressing in paediatrics'

19 June 2025

This issue is all about how we evolve as individuals, trainees and consultants, and is packed with development opportunities. Check out tips for your first Tier 2 shifts, achieving specialist status via the Portfolio Pathway and developing your advanced level practice using the new PCHCF curriculum...