On this page you will find information about how you can get involved in our work to support and innovate global lifelong learning
To contribute to the strategic development and oversee the quality assurance process of education and training resources, we work with our global membership to deliver programmes of work for all career stages.
Our resources are constantly evolving to ensure we support doctors from foundation to retirement and our education work is vital for the development of future leaders of the profession, which is only possibly with the support of our global membership.
This broad range of work covers:
You can find out more about our committees here.
Responsibilities include development of the programme for MRCOG Part 1 revision courses organised and delivered by the RCOG, identification of appropriate faculty and topics for each course and quality management of courses to ensure high-quality educational content.
Application deadline: Thursday 27 February 2025
The Professional Development Committee is responsible for ensuring that the RCOG CPD programme remains within national standards, including those of the GMC and the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges, reviewing and modifying the RCOG CPD programme and identifying educational tools required for the purposes of the RCOG CPD programme.
Application deadline: Thursday 27 February 2025
Responsibilities of the Academic Representative include providing an expert view, particularly from an academic perspective, to enable the Chair to respond to all enquiries, consultations and correspondence from College Officers, Fellows and Members, and outside bodies, as and when they arise.
Application deadline: Thursday 27 February 2025
The Core Knowledge courses offer widespread eLearning and ongoing professional development resources to support O&G professionals throughout the MRCOG examinations, and in ongoing professional development. Most of them include assessments, which contain Single Best Answer Questions (SBAs), multiple choice questions (MCQs) and extended matching questions (EMQs)
Application deadline: Thursday 27 February 2025
The Portfolio Pathway Advisory Group is responsible for the assessment of all Portfolio Pathway applications, determining whether applicants have the appropriate Knowledge, Skills and Experience (KSEs) to perform as a substantive O&G consultant in the UK, and be added to the Specialist Register. The Advisory Group determines methods of assessment according to guidance issued by the General Medical Council (GMC).
Application deadline: Friday 28 February 2025
Responsibilities of the Portfolio Pathway Advisor include the assessment of applications for the Portfolio Pathway (formerly CESR). The Portfolio Pathway is an alternative route to gain access onto the Specialist Register, other than CCT.
Volunteers are crucial to the smooth running of the MRCOG exams. Each year, we have a large number of opportunities for Fellows and Members to join our various exams subcommittees, which are involved in setting and modifying questions for MRCOG Parts 1 – 3 and the DRCOG examination. We also rely on volunteers to act as examiners throughout the year.
RCOG committees and groups support the education of the O&G workforce. Volunteers sitting on these committees represent the interests and continuing education of MTIs, trainees and doctors working in subspecialties. Our Trainee Committee, Core Knowledge Editorial Board and Specialty Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) depend on the expertise of doctors throughout the specialty and at every career stage.
For doctors interested in supporting professional development, our Professional Development Committee (PDC) has a range of roles that further this important work. Members of the PDC contribute to the publication of TOG, support the revalidation process, help to tackle differential attainment and work with the RCOG Women’s Network and representatives from the SAS-LED Committee.
"Networking with colleagues, feeling part of the important work being done by the College and being recognised for your contribution. It makes me feel so honoured and valued"
"Volunteering gives you the opportunity to develop personally through sharing your experiences and supports you to maintain your wellbeing by having time to relax among friends who understand the work you do"
"These relationships have been some of the most rewarding in my career. I would thoroughly recommend these roles to any aspiring colleagues with an interest in education and training"
"In my personal experience, committee roles and experiences gave me more motivation and passion to remain involved as an effective mentor, educator and trainer for my trainees"
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