Progress+

Our two-level, run through specialty training programme is flexible, fulfilling and fit-for-purpose. See Progress+ curriculum and syllabus documents, FAQs and resources

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One week to go until Progress+ - nearly time for celebratory razzamatazz

25 July 2023

We don’t need much of an excuse to eat (pink) cake and put up (pink) balloons. But, seeing Progress+ come to fruition is a very good reason indeed to celebrate!

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Two weeks to go until Progress+ - let's normalise individualised training

18 July 2023

We need to change the conversation about progression in training and recognise that trainees have diverse backgrounds, experiences and needs.

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Advocating for our workforce - President's blog

14 July 2023

From negotiating preservation of training numbers for Progress+ to questioning birth rate projections used in workforce modelling, Camilla highlights some of the areas where we are advocating for our workforce. The blog also links to some important recent publications.

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Three weeks to go until Progress+ - a new assessment supports developmental feedback

11 July 2023

As we transition to the updated specialty training programme, ECAT will provide an excellent learning opportunity, and reassure that trainees have the capabilities for tier 2 work through an entrustment decision.

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Four weeks to go until Progress+ - readiness for tier 2 working

4 July 2023

In our updated specialty training programme, Progress+, trainee paediatricians will move to independent tier 2 working by the start of their ST4. Trainees should work with their educational supervisor and local clinical supervisors to develop capabilities early on in training, identify any support n...

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Five weeks to go until Progress+ - our nomenclature 'fix'

27 June 2023

As we move from an eight-year pathway for specialty training (ST) to the seven-year Progress+ pathway there will be some changes in nomenclature. We explain how this works, including for those trainees who will remain on the eight-year pathway.

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Six weeks to go until Progress+ - ready for transition?

20 June 2023

With only six weeks to go to the launch of Progress+, Cathryn highlights some key points around the changes and encourages those trainees who have not yet had discussions about their training path, to pick this up with their supervisor or TPD. She also wants your help to celebrate the launch on 1 Au...

Volunteering opportunity

Training and Quality Board - volunteering opportunity

Closing date

5 January 2026

We're seeking two members to this Board, which oversees the College's strategy and operations of the paediatric specialty training programme, including the curriculum and assessments, as well as the overall trainee experience. The board also engages in related work, such as paediatric experience in ...

Examinations

Paediatric training

Progress+

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Longitudinal educational supervision - how it's worked for me

3 May 2023

All trainee-supervisor relationships come with their own styles and occasional challenges, says Dr Faro Ndokera, a paediatrician in sub-specialty training. But having the same educational supervisor over a longer period offers greater focus and meaning - and a personal touch.

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Living our values when it counts most - President's blog

28 April 2023

Camilla sends hope to colleagues in Sudan. She shares thoughts on the updated Healthcare Standards for Children and Young People in Secure Settings and gives a timely reminder on the updated training programme structure: Progress+.