Events & Teaching

The School delivers a comprehensive teaching programme aligned with the Royal College of Psychiatrists curriculum, supporting both MRCPsych examination success and wider professional development.

Core Training Teaching

Delivered in collaboration with

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust:

• Every other week
• Full-day sessions
• Covers clinical and non-clinical topics
• Strong focus on MRCPsych preparation and broader competencies

Includes:

• Communication skills teaching
• Mock CASC examinations

 

[Placeholder: MRCPsych pass rates to be added]

Higher Training Teaching (General Adult & Older Adult)

• 10 sessions per year
• Half-day format
• Covers advanced clinical and non-clinical topics
• Aligned with curriculum delivery requirements

Psychotherapy Training

• CT1: Balint group
• CT2–CT3: Two psychotherapy cases in different modalities
• Higher Trainees: One psychotherapy case per year

Local Teaching

• Weekly (approx. 3 hours)
• Includes case discussions, journal clubs, and MDT teaching

Trainee Support

The School supports trainees through:

• Neurodiversity support pathways
• A structured coaching programme
• The Supported Return to Training (SuppoRTT) programme, led by

Dr Juliette Kennedy

These initiatives support wellbeing, inclusion, and sustainable careers.