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UKFPO
@UKFPO
The UK Foundation Programme Office manages the national application process for the foundation programme. The UKFPO also issues guidance on foundation training
Birmingham
foundationprogramme.nhs.uk
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    UKFPO
    @UKFPO
    Mar 31, 2021
    As a result of disruptions to training caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, new FY1 2021 doctors may feel less comfortable in their new clinical environments compared to their predecessors. All 4-nations nations have agreed to support an extra 5 days of shadowing.
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    UKFPO
    @UKFPO
    Dec 8, 2020
    #UKFPO latest statement sent to medical schools for circulation: Removal of Educational Achievements for entry UKFP 2023 Please share healtheducationengland.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/UKFPO/ER…
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    UKFPO
    @UKFPO
    Sep 14, 2022
    Due to the national Bank Holiday on 19 September, the UKFPO have decided to extend the application deadline to 21 September 2022 (12:00 midday BST). Applicants can email [email protected] with any queries.
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    UKFPO
    @UKFPO
    Sep 13, 2022
    Due to the period of national mourning, the UKFPO won't be posting as usual on social media channels until 20 September. Please refer to the UKFPO website for any guidance or information about the UKFP 2023 national application window which closes 20 September at 12:00 midday BST
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    UKFPO
    @UKFPO
    Feb 10, 2021
    #UKFPO is aware of the #Oriel issue and we are currently investigating.
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    UKFPO
    @UKFPO
    May 25, 2021
    The #UKFPO curriculum, which underpins the training and professional development of newly graduated doctors, relaunches for the first time in five years this summer. Check out our website to find a series of resources to help you understand what the new curriculum means for you.
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    UKFPO
    @UKFPO
    Oct 16, 2020
    Reminder #UKFPO Application window opens Monday! PLEASE read the Applicant Handbook! #DrBot Application deadline: 4th November 2 webinars: 22nd October and 29th October Planned #Oriel downtime 22nd-23rd October Plan accordingly! Late applications NOT accepted
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    UKFPO
    @UKFPO
    Feb 10, 2021
    #UKFPO sincerely apologise for the internal error that has caused applicants to receive multiple emails via Oriel. When minor changes are made to individual programmes, such as changes to specialities due to local service reconfiguration, for example, these changes are captured.
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    UKFPO
    @UKFPO
    Feb 15, 2021
    Applicants with low scoring SJT will be notified by COP 19th February to attend a virtual review on the 25th. If you do not receive an email from #UKFPO then you are not required to attend a review, and do not need to contact us. SJT scores will be available on Oriel 11th March.
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    UKFPO
    @UKFPO
    Jul 29, 2021
    The @UKFPO 2022 Applicant Handbook is now published! Please READ the handbook. We've tried to condense as much as possible, provided Useful Tip slides and the App. Presentation that walks through the process. Do your part and check the resources provided!
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    On the UK Foundation Programme website, you will find information on what to expect during your training; how assessments work; how to get the most out of your e-Portfolio and more.
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    UKFPO
    @UKFPO
    Oct 29, 2021
    Applicants who will be sitting the SJT in preparation for FP2022 can now access sample questions on the #UKFPO website. foundationprogramme.nhs.uk/faqs/situation…
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    UKFPO
    @UKFPO
    Jan 8, 2021
    UKFP2021 applicants: Pearson VUE test centres in the UK will be open for SJT sittings 18-23 January as planned. Test centres in most other countries will also be open for UKFP applicants.
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    UKFPO
    @UKFPO
    May 27, 2021
    “@UKFPO & @NHS_HealthEdEng are delighted to have won @RCPLondon #EPCA2021 ‘Medical education and training award’. Thanks to all those who did FiY1 posts, you should be very proud of your contribution to patient care during the Covid pandemic; thanks to all the Foundation Schools,
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    UKFPO
    @UKFPO
    Oct 4, 2021
    UKFP SJT 2022 Booking window is now open! Please refer to the booking invite email for further information on how to book a SJT slot.