Practical information about the training programme
This section offers guidance pertaining training topics.
General guidance
Acting Up as a Consultant
Guidance if the opportunity for Acting Up as a Consultant arises.
Trainee Selected Components (TSCs)
This document is only relevant to resident doctors still following OST Curriculum 2010 (2016).
Less Than Full-Time Training (LTFT)
The delivery and organisation of LTFT is the responsibility of the individual NHS England local offices/deaneries. This document contains hints to make the most of LTFT and avoid common pitfalls.
Out-of-Programme (OOP)
This document sets out the processes to follow when applying for OOPT or OOPR.
Financial advice for ophthalmologists in training
OTG guide with useful information on financial matters, including claiming tax relief (UK only) for College examinations.
National inter-deanery transfer (IDT)
Information regarding the national IDT programme.