Please also inform the JRCPTB if the site is not on the GMC list of approved sites.Īll periods of unpaid leave/time out of programme that are intended to count towards CCT must also have the prospective approval of the GMC.
If the site of the OOP is on the list of GMC approved sites, you should also send the JRCPTB a screen shot of the location from the GMC list of approved sites which can be downloaded from the below link:
TIME OUT WEST DOWNLOAD
If your time out of programme is to count towards your CCT you will need to liaise with your relevant Royal College/Faculty to obtain a letter of support and recommendation.įor medical specialties, if you want to apply for OOP time to count towards training, the Royal College of Physicians (JRCPTB) requires you to complete and submit a form that you can download from the below link: There is also a separate application process for Acting Up as a Consultant - please refer to the Acting Up as a Consultant (AUC Form) and AUC Guidance notes Experience and competences gained outside of training may be then considered on the trainee's return to their training programme. Out of Programme Pause (OOP P) - allows trainees in specialty training to step off the training ladder and undertake work in the NHS or a similar patient-facing role in the UK. The duration of OOPC is normally for a period of up to 12 months, with a second year at the discretion of the Postgraduate Dean. domestic responsibilities, work in industry, developing talents in other areas and entrepreneurship). OOP for Career Break (OOP C) - allows the trainee to take a planned career break to pursue other interests (e.g. The duration of OOP E will normally be for a period of up to 12 months. This includes working overseas in developing countries. This does not require prospective GMC approval and does not count towards CCT. OOP for Clinical Experience (OOP E) - allows the trainee to gain clinical experience, which is not a requirement of the specialty training programme curriculum. The duration of OOP R is normally up to a maximum of 3 years, with a 4 year maximum in exceptional circumstances which requires the prospective approval of the Postgraduate Dean. Time spent out of programme for research purposes can be recognised towards the award of CCT when the relevant curriculum includes such research as an optional element. OOP for Clinical Research (OOP R) - allows the trainee to undertake research, normally for a higher registerable degree, e.g. The duration of OOP T will normally be for a period of up to 12 months (‘acting up’ is limited to 3 months and can only take place in the final year of the programme). This includes time 'acting-up' as a consultant. OOP for Clinical Training (OOP T) - allows the trainee to spend time in clinical training that has been prospectively approved by the GMC, and which is not part of the trainee's specialty training programme. This is particularly important if the time out of programme will count towards training and GMC approval is required. Applicants are therefore advised to discuss their proposals as early as possible with their Training Programme Director.Īll trainees must give at least six months’ notice of intention to take time out of programme and all trainees are therefore advised to think about taking time out of programme well in advance of the intended date and seek the advice of their Educational Supervisor and Training Programme Director so that it can be considered at Annual Review as part of learning objectives for the forthcoming year. Please read the following carefully before downloading the application form and guidance notes available at the bottom of this page.Ībsences from the training programme to undertake time out of programme for clinical training (OOPT), research (OOPR), clinical experience (OOPE) or career breaks (OOPC) must be approved by the Postgraduate Dean or her deputy on the advice of the relevant Specialty School.
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