Online-portal-step by step - detailed guide on how to use the online portal and complete the application.
The RCP GMC sponsorship scheme is for internationally qualified doctors seeking short-term opportunities to enhance their clinical skills and experience whilst working in the NHS. It is a sub-section/the sister scheme of the RCP MTI. The scheme facilitates the process of GMC registration, ensuring that eligible candidates meet the necessary regulatory requirements to engage in medical practice within the UK.
Benefits of GMC sponsorship scheme
Participating in the scheme offers a multitude of benefits:
- Hands-on clinical experience in a fast-paced and high-quality learning environment. providing exposure to advanced medical technologies, diverse patient populations, and examples of best practices in healthcare delivery.
- Professional development and skill enhancement. Through supervision and mentorship, participants can improve their clinical skills, expand their medical knowledge, and refine their diagnostic and therapeutic abilities.
- International networking and collaboration. Through collaboration and networking among IMGs, healthcare professionals, and academic institutions, participants have the chance to exchange ideas, share experiences, and forge valuable connections.
- An opportunity to immerse yourself in a different healthcare system and to explore clinical practices and ethical frameworks that underpin ways of working in the UK NHS. This exposure fosters cultural competence, enhances communication skills, and promotes a deeper understanding of healthcare delivery in an international context.
Why join the RCP GMC sponsorship scheme?
Additional advantages of participating in the GMC sponsorship scheme offered by the RCP include:
- Applicants receive structured support and guidance from the RCP throughout the application process.
- The scheme offers an expert-led pathway for confirming that applicants meet the GMC standards, making the registration process smoother. The sponsorship route allows applicants to apply for GMC registration without taking the Professional and Linguistic Assessment Board (PLAB) exam.
- Complimentary RCP associate membership for the initial year, with a reduced fee for the subsequent year, granting access to a wealth of academic journals, educational materials, and free or reduced-cost participation in training sessions and events.
- Become part of the RCP network – membership provides multiple opportunities to network and meet like-minded physicians in the UK and internationally.
- Free use of an online ePortfolio system for the duration of the post enabling doctors to structure their learning as well as for recording experience and professional achievements.
- Access to a specialised team based in the UK, committed to providing comprehensive support and guidance to IMGs at every stage of their journey, from pre-departure preparations to ongoing assistance during training and beyond.
- Tailored events and resources specifically designed for IMGs, ensuring relevance and effectiveness in addressing their unique needs and challenges encountered throughout their training experience.
- Periodic surveys, offering a platform to articulate feedback regarding the placement experiences.
- Upon successful completion of their post, all candidates are eligible to receive an RCP certificate, providing the eligibility requirements have been met.
Resources
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GMC sponsorship scheme flowchart - Flowchart providing information about stages of application process.
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Professional Postgraduate Experience (PPE) form - please complete and upload to online portal as part of the application. This form should be kept up to date until the GMC registration is complete.
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CV template - please complete and upload to online portal as part of the application.
Begin your application
In order to start your application for GMC sponsorship scheme, it is essential that you have already secured a suitable post with a UK Trust or hospital.
Once your post is confirmed, you can proceed with your application through our online portal. Before you begin, please ensure you have reviewed the following resources:
- GMC sponsorship scheme information sheet: This comprehensive guide provides detailed information about the scheme and the eligibility criteria.
- GMC sponsorship scheme application flowchart: This flowchart provides information about stages of the application process.
- Online portal step by step: This guide offers clear instructions on how to complete the online application form.
These resources are designed to help you navigate the application process smoothly and efficiently.
To begin your application, please click the button below:
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If you have any query relating to the GMC sponsorship scheme, please get in touch.
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The MTI team can also be reached via email: mti@rcp.ac.uk
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