2021 Anaesthetics curriculum
The Guide to Anaesthetics Training - 2021 Curriculum (also known as The Handbook)
The handbook has been designed to support trainer and anaesthetists in training with the everyday practical aspects of implementing the new curriculum. This guide should be used in partnership with the 2021 Curriculum Assessment Guidance.
2021 Curriculum for a CCT in Anaesthetics document
This is the main curriculum document submitted for GMC approval.
The curriculum for ACCS training can be found on the ACCS website.
The learning syllabus
Details of the learning outcomes, capabilities and examples of evidence for each stage and domain of learning.
The Assessment Strategy
The rationale for, and content of, the programme of assessment. This strategy should be read in conjunction with the main curriculum document.
Training programme updates
- Confirmation of Stage 1 Equivalence Certificate
- Guidance for counting experience prior to entry into a CCT training programme in Anaesthetics
- Educational Development Time for Anaesthetists in Training: Guidance for Schools of Anaesthesia
- 2021 Curriculum ARCP checklists and guidance
- 2021 Curriculum implementation and transition guidance
See all updates on the Supervising and Assessing page.
Anyone who interacts with or uses the curriculum is welcome to submit suggestions for revisions using our webform. All suggestions will be reviewed and considered by the Anaesthetic Curriculum Development and Assurance Group on a regular basis.
If you would like to contact us, you can email the Training team on training@rcoa.ac.uk or call on 020 7092 1550.
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Last reviewed: 28 November 2022
Next review due: 27 November 2023