This is a simulation based course tailored to ST2 paediatric doctors preparing for transition to registrar training at ST3 level.
The course uses immersive simulation, communication based simulation and table top exercises to teach. Please come with an open mind and enthusiasm to learn, there is no pre-reading for this course. We also hope this can be a safe place to discuss this big transition in your training with peers and other doctors who have been through this already.
This course will be structured as 3 separate days spread across the year during which time we target different parts of the curriculum. Please ensure you book onto each of the 3 days.
The course will be held at the Scottish Paediatric Health Education Resource (Sphere), Level 3, Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, Edinburgh.
Prerequisites: Current ST2 in paediatrics or any trainee due to progress to ST3 paediatric training in August 2026, including current LATs or IMT3s.
Priority will be given to trainees who are in the paediatric training programme at ST2 level.
Learning aims: - To provide specific simulation-based teaching to ST2 trainees focusing on acutely unwell/ deteriorating patient scenarios and common conditions seen in general paediatrics
- To provide the opportunity for ST2 trainees to lead simulation scenarios
- To provide specific communication teaching for ST2 trainees focusing on common scenarios which present to general paediatrics
- To provide the opportunity for ST2 trainees to lead on communication scenarios
- To help prepare for the transition to working at the level of an ST3 registrar in general paediatrics.
Learning outcomes: - To feel supported and prepared for the transition to registrar training.
