Training in chemical pathology

What are the entry requirements?

To gain a CCT in Chemical Pathology, you will need to complete the following training: 

• Foundation Training (or equivalent) 
• Core Training, which may include: 
  • Internal Medicine Training (IMT) Stage 1 with full MRCP(UK)
  • Acute Care Common Stem (ACCS) or Core Anaesthetics Training with MRCP(UK) or FRCA Part 1
  • Full General Practice Specialty Training (GPST) with MRCGP
  • Paediatrics core training with MRCPCH may also be considered, particularly for those with an interest in inherited metabolic disorders. 
• Specialist Registrar Training (ST3 onwards) in Chemical Pathology, which now incorporates Metabolic Medicine as part of the standard curriculum, rather than as a separate dual accreditation. This means that all trainees develop expertise in both laboratory medicine and the clinical aspects of metabolic disease management. 

How long will it take?

The indicative length of training for chemical pathology is 5 years, following foundation and core training.

What will my training cover?

• Find out more about specialty training in chemical pathology.
• For futher information on the chemical pathology curriculum and syllabus visit out specialty training page.
• For further information about the format of exams, visit our exams pages.