Review of GP training
Following recommendations made by the Tooke inquiry into Modernising Medical Careers, the Royal College of General Practitioners is undertaking a review of the case for extending GP training from three to five years. NHS Employers has been asked to provide evidence to the review and is seeking your comments by 22 September to ensure that our submis
CRB checks for doctors in training
It is normally mandatory to carry out a CRB check when appointing to a post in which is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. There are circumstances where it is reasonable and safe for this requirement to be risk assessed. This guide provides advice on dealing with CRB Disclosure for doctors in training.
Specialty training recruitment 2008
As plans for recruitment to specialty training for 2008 entry are being finalised, this section of our website will provide information employers need to inform local plans as soon as it becomes available.
Planning future medical training
In July 2008, NHS Employers held six workshops across England providing an opportunity for employers to help form strategies for the future of medical training. Over 200 delegates took part. A summary of there feedback can be found in this section.
MMC Inquiry
The final report of the independent inquiry into MMC led by Sir John Tooke was published in January 2008. We consulted widely with the service on the issues raised by the original inquiry and subsequent recommendations. Our evidence and responses can be found here
Foundation Programme 2008
Planning has begun for recruitment to the 2008 Foundation Programme and the entry of trainees to the programme in August next year. Details of the recruitment process for 2008 have been published by MMC, including eligibility criteria, person specifications, the Dean's statement and an applicant timeline.
Health Select Committee - MMC
The Health Select Committee announced its inquiry into MMC in July 2007. This section provides information about the inquiry and NHS Employers' written evidence to the committee.
Keeping trusts up to date
Throughout the implementation of MMC and the MMC/MTAS review, NHS Employers has ensured trusts have been kept up to date with the latest developments through a series of letters. Copies of these letters can be found here.
Specialty recruitment rounds 2007
Information about Specialty Training recruitment rounds in 2007.
