Foundation school (medical)

A type of medical school in the UK

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

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

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)

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)

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

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

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).

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• Medical school
• General Medical Council
• Health Education England
• Foundation Programme
• General practice
• Surgery
• Internal medicine

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