Listed below you will find the RCOG training requirements for progression into the next year of training. Although numbers are given for a number of the requirements, it is really good if you get more than the minimum number listed. It is also a good idea to complete these assessments over the course of the year and not all in April…
The full training matrix can be found here.
| Curriculum progression (as evidenced in the log book on the ePortfolio) | Completion of intermediate competencies (pale purple boxes) Completion of basic ultrasound modules for trainees starting as ST1 before August 2013 +/- Additional competency development as determined by TPD |
| Clinical skills | 2nd on call |
| Examination | Part 2 MRCOG Part 3 MRCOG |
| Formative OSATs (SLE) showing evidence of training since last ARCP | Intermediate operative laparoscopy (e.g. ectopic pregnancy/ovarian cystectomy/salpingectomy/oopherectomy) |
| At least 3 summative OSATs confirming competence by more than one assessor (can be achieved prior to the specified year) | Simple operative laparoscopy (lap steri or simple adnexal surgery e.g. adhesiolysis/ovarian drilling) Intermediate caesarean section 3rd degree perineal repair Rotational assisted vaginal delivery (any method) Basic ultrasound modules |
| Evidence of at least one consultant observed summative OSAT for each item confirming continuing competency since last ARCP | Operative vaginal delivery Hysteroscopy Basic ultrasound OSATs |
| Mini-CEX | 8 (mix of obs and gynae cases) |
| CbDs | 8 (mix of obs and gynae cases) |
| Reflective practice | 8 (mix of obs and gynae cases) |
| Simulation training | None |
| Regional teaching | Attendance at regional teaching programme as per regional guidelines |
| Obligatory courses | Specific courses required as per curriculum to be able to complete intermediate competencies |
| Team Observation (TO1) forms | TO1s at least twice per year as per RCOG recommendations Summary should not raise significant concerns to the ARCP panel |
| Clinical governance (patient safety, audit, risk management and quality improvement) | 1 completed project (can include supervising more junior doctors) |
| Teaching experience | Formal specialty teaching by ST5 e.g. as part of regional educational programme |
| Leadership and management experience | Evidence of departmental responsability e.g. rota/departmental meetings Working with consultant to organise (e.g. "office work") including clinical administration and dealing with correspondence Dealing with complaints Involvement in departmental meeting/forum e.g. labour ward group/risk management review process |
| Presentations and publications (etc) | As per previous annual review discussion |
| Trainee Evaluation Form (TEF) | TEF completed on ePortfolio |