Transition from Staff Grade to SpR

Dr Kate Goldberg

Year 4 SpR NW Deanery

Content of talk.

• Why make the transition.

• What are the requirements.

• Pro’s and con’s of being a SpR vs. SG/AS.

• Current structure of SpR training.

• Question and answer session.

• Conclusion.

Why make the transition.

• To get further generic training.

• To get subspecialty training.

• To become a consultant!

• Is SpR training the only way to achieve it?

• Be sure it is for the right reasons, i.e. the grass is not necessarily greener on the SpR side of the fence!

What the requirements.

• Minimum of 2 years GPT at SHO grade including recognised paediatric and neonatal posts.

• MRCPCH or equivalent – MRCP, AA Board, FCPSA, FRCAP, FRCPC, ECST.

• Regionally identified “essential” criteria such as APLS/EPLS, Audit, Research, Teaching.

Pro’s & Con’s of SpR training.

• Structured training programme.

• Emphasis on generic skills required to be a consultant.

• Access to National Grid for sub-specialty training.

• Support network.

• Having to move region for NTN.

• Having to move job every 6-12 months.

• Limited flexibility within training rotation at present.

• Working full shift patterns.

Current structure of SpR training.

• 5 years, can include up to 2 years of LAT.• 2 years of CORE training in general,

neonatal and community paediatrics.• 3 additional years of appropriate specialty

training.• Yearly appraisal with evidence of

satisfactory & progressive performance through RITA.

• Ongoing audit, research and teaching.

Conclusions.

• Now is the time to do it.

• Make sure you are doing it for the right reasons.

• Whilst SG/AS ensure regular appraisal and up-to date CPD.

• Discuss your training needs early on with the Regional Advisor.