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Many core trainees consider taking a break during or after core training, and have questions about how long that break should be, and what support they will receive.
Others are interested in achieving the best work life balance, or how they can make the best choice of psychiatric specialty.
In this section, we provide core trainees with information and advice to help you make the best decision for you, as well as advice on making your application for Higher Training.
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'Make this a better world'
Jo Brand and Ruby Wax joined Stephen Fry and Alastair Campbell to support our Choose Psychiatry campaign, find outwhat they said about the life-changing role psychiatrists play and why it's important you continue to choose psychiatry.
Choosing a specialty
Find out about each psychiatric specialty, from child and adolescent to old age, and from addictions to intellectual disability.
Special interest days
As a Higher Trainee you'll receive a day each week to dedicate to a special interest of your choice.
Our blog posts
How can deep brain stimulation help people with eating disorders? What role do psychiatrists play in supporting expectant mothers? Hear from trainees and consultants alike about the most rewarding aspects of their jobs and find out why people choose psychiatry.
'I arrived from India with MD Psychiatry and a baby in my arms'
Dr Sanjukta Das explains her inspirational journey from young IMG to consultant in liaison psychiatry and medical leader, and talks about what she's excited about doing next, in the final ...
I experienced burnout as a trainee and considered leaving medicine - now I'm back in love with work again
Dr Annalie Clark felt like she was on a relentless treadmill at work. She hit breaking point, experienced burnout and considered leaving the profession. Now she's a Rehabilitation Psychiatry consultant ...
'I never thought I'd end up here but I'm so glad I did'
Dr Charlie Baczyk-Bell is in the final year of his Forensic training. Read why he loves his job in High Secure Services - and why he wouldn't do anything else, ...
'I am privileged to deliver training with an Expert by Experience who happens to be my son'
Dr Sarah Bernard has been a consultant psychiatrist in child and adolescent intellectual disability for 31 years. Read why she loves her role, how the College could help her thrive ...