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A guide to entry into specialist training.
1The Royal London Dental Hospital, New Road, Whitechapel, London E1 1BB. simon.critchlow@bartsandthelondon.nhs.uk
British Dental Journal
|January 14, 2012
Summary
This guide helps recent dental graduates navigate specialist training. It covers application requirements, financial aspects, and essential experience for dental specialty registrar positions.
Area of Science:
- Dental Medicine
- Medical Education
- Career Development
Background:
- Dental graduates face numerous career paths, including specialization.
- Accessing clear guidance on specialist training can be challenging for early-career dentists.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview for dental graduates considering specialist training.
- To detail the requirements for obtaining a specialty registrar (StR) position in the UK.
- To offer practical advice on the application and interview process for dental specialization.
Main Methods:
- Review of requirements for specialty registrar positions across 13 General Dental Council-recognized specialties.
- Inclusion of information on financial implications, foundation training, and postgraduate qualifications.
- Guidance on developing essential skills in clinical governance and research.
Main Results:
- Outlines the necessary steps and qualifications for dental specialization.
- Highlights the importance of early career planning and experience acquisition.
- Provides insights into the competitive application and interview landscape for dental StR roles.
Conclusions:
- Recent dental graduates will gain a clearer understanding of specialist training pathways.
- The paper aims to equip aspiring dental specialists with the knowledge to initiate their career progression.
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