Curriculum

The curriculum consists of the: Core specialty training modules Basic and intermediate ultrasound modules Advanced training skills modules (ATSMs) Subspecialty training modules Academic curricula Foundation programme women's health module

The RCOG curriculum is approved by the Postgraduate Medical Education and Training Board (PMETB), and all modules are presented in the same format. Modules outline the:

• Knowledge criteria
• Clinical competences
• Professional skills and attitudes
• Training support options
• Evidence and assessment requirements.

Curriculum feedback and management

The curriculum has been developed by practicing obstetricians and gynaecologists witha tremendous input from specialist societies within obstetrics and gynaecology and related fields. The Curriculum Committee continually review the content of the curriculum in response to gradual changes in practice, so we greatly appreciate constructive feedback.

Curriculum@rcog.org.uk

Curriculum forms

Curriculum feedback form

New module proposal form

Curriculum development

You may or may not be familiar with the process involved in the development of a new curriculum. Before sending feedback, you may wish to look at the RCOG Working Party Reports which summarise the rationale behind the development of the Specialty Training and Education Programme:

• Basic Specialty Training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Working Party Report, 2006
• Advanced Specialist Training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Working Party Report, 2007