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Clinical Scientist training is changing and these pages will be updated once we have more information

As part of the Modernising Scientific Careers programme training for Clinical Scientists and Genetic Technologists is changing. Until we have more information please view the DoH web pages for the most up to date information:

http://www.dh.gov.uk/en/News/Recentstories/DH_103478

http://www.dh.gov.uk/en/Aboutus/Chiefprofessionalofficers/Chiefscientificofficer/DH_086661

 
 

 
Post-registration training - MRCPath

Registered clinical scientists are now required by the HPC to participate in continuing professional development (CPD). The TAB understands that the HPC recognises the CPD programme administered by the Royal College of Pathologists.

Membership of the Royal College of Pathologists (MRCPath) is a professional qualification which indicates a level of knowledge required for consultant-level posts. Membership is achieved by examination - parts 1 and 2.

Those preparing for exams may wish to participate in self-help courses, usually held annually either in London or Newcastle.

Mentors for MRCPath part 2: A list of members of the college who have agreed to act as mentors for part 2 is available from Sally Cottrell (scottrel@sgul.ac.uk). This list indicates the written option used. Some mentors are able to show a copy of the written work option.

See also:

Professional links - Health Professions Council, Association of Clinical Scientists, Royal College of Pathologists.

London Ideas - MRCPath self-help course.


 
Continuing Professional Development

Continued membership of the Royal College of Pathologists is conditional on participation in the colleges CPD scheme. As noted above, CPD is also a requirement for registration with HPC.

See also:

Professional links - Royal College of Pathologists.

 
 

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