Subspecialty training in Gynaecological Oncology, including the curriculum and assessments
Gynaecology Oncology curriculum – October 2019
This is the Definitive Document for the Gynaecological Oncology curriculum 2019 approved by the GMC, which contains full details of the Gynaecological Oncology curriculum. Please use this document as a reference point.
The Gynaecological Oncology curriculum is divided into 17 Capabilities in Practice (CiP).
Gynaecological Oncology Matrices (COVID-19 version)
The COVID-19 version of the matrices have been developed to accommodate the temporary derogation approved by the GMC due to the pandemic. They should be used for training until the derogation is removed by the GMC following engagement with the Statutory Education Bodies and wider system.
2-year programme
3-year programme
Subspecialty Curriculum guidance
See our guidance document (on RCOG eLearning website) developed to support the new Gynaecological Oncology subspecialty curriculum.
Cross specialty guidance
In order to achieve CCT at the end of subspecialty training, pre-CCT trainees following the new 2019 core curriculum are required to provide evidence for the cross specialty Capabilities in Practice (CiPs). See our guidance document on RCOG eLearning developed on how evidence for the cross specialty CiPs can be achieved.
In line with the previous curriculum, only Total Laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH), Groin lymph node dissection, Pelvic lymph node dissection (open and laparoscopic), Open para-aortic lymph node dissection, Laparotomy for stage 3/4 Ovarian Cancer, Vulvectomy, Radical Hysterectomy (open and Lap)., Small bowel resection +/- anastomosis, Large bowel resection, Diaphragm/peritoneal resection/stripping) require 3 OSATs evidencing competent independent practice for this Gynaecological Oncology subspecialty.
However, it is recommended that the other specific procedural skills listed in the procedure table in the curriculum which also require Level 5 sign-off should also ideally be evidenced by at least 3 competent OSATs where possible before sign-off. You have to be competent in the below:
Previous versions of the Gynaecological Oncology Curriculum
You can see details about previous versions of the Gynaecological Oncology Curriculum.
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