The structure of training - phases of training
Introduction
The curriculum consists of three phases of learning:
These phases reflect:
- an early induction and basic grounding in public health;
- acquisition of the knowledge base;
- basic skills training;
- consolidation of core advanced skills
- and an option for trainee selected components which will allow development of defined interest or practice within a specified setting.
How long is each phase of training?
The three phases of learning are not defined by time but by successful acquisition of learning outcomes defined for each phase.
Learning outcomes are linked to a target phase of training; this is the latest phase by the end of which the competency should be evidenced. This does not preclude early achievement. However, many of the learning outcomes identified for phase 3 involve work of complexity for which experience and competence might accumulate over a longer period.
Progression between phases
Passage between phases is dependent on success both in examinations and in satisfactory workplace-based assessment.
Training programme diagram
The public health training pathway diagram [pdf] provides an overview of the higher specialist training programme.