Foundation school (medical)
A type of medical school in the UK
Foundation School
A Foundation School is a type of medical school in the United Kingdom that provides postgraduate training for newly qualified doctors. The training is part of the Foundation Programme, which is a two-year, structured program designed to bridge the gap between medical school and specialty training.
Overview[edit | edit source]
The Foundation Programme is managed by Health Education England (HEE) and its counterparts in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. It aims to provide a broad-based clinical experience, ensuring that all doctors achieve a set of core competencies before progressing to specialty training.
Structure[edit | edit source]
The Foundation Programme is divided into two years: Foundation Year 1 (FY1) and Foundation Year 2 (FY2). During these years, doctors rotate through various medical specialties, including general practice, surgery, and internal medicine. Each rotation typically lasts four months.
Foundation Year 1 (FY1)[edit | edit source]
In FY1, doctors are provisionally registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and work under supervision. Successful completion of FY1 leads to full registration with the GMC.
Foundation Year 2 (FY2)[edit | edit source]
In FY2, doctors take on more responsibility and continue to develop their clinical skills. They also have the opportunity to explore different specialties to help inform their career choices.
Assessment[edit | edit source]
Doctors in the Foundation Programme are assessed through a combination of workplace-based assessments, including mini-CEX, Direct Observation of Procedural Skills (DOPS), and Case-Based Discussion (CBD). They are also required to maintain an electronic portfolio documenting their progress.
Application Process[edit | edit source]
Entry into the Foundation Programme is competitive and is managed through a national application process. Applicants are ranked based on their performance in medical school and their score on the Situational Judgement Test (SJT).
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Medical school
- General Medical Council
- Health Education England
- Foundation Programme
- General practice
- Surgery
- Internal medicine
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