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Objectives This project explores the alignment between the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) Progress plus curriculum and the unique educational opportunities to neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) rotation at Jessop Wing, Sheffield in particular and neonatal units more broadly. NICU provides a unique environment for trainees to develop a diverse range of competencies as outlined by the Progress plus curriculum. Recognising the challenges trainees face in identifying the opportunities that correspond to specific key capabilities, this qualitative project aims to facilitate the alignment. We aim to create a user- friendly schematic framework to connect NICU experience with key capabilities. This will serve as a practical tool for trainees to record their progress in achieving these competencies and making most out of their placement. Methods Our team comprising core and specialty trainees, in collaboration with a neonatal consultant, conducts a comprehensive review of core and specialty syllabus documents. We allocate domains among three trainees, with each focusing on opportunities that map to their respective domain. Following individual reviews, we will convene to create a draft framework, which is then circulated among trainees for initial feedback and comments for refinement before formal distribution to the unit. This framework usability and effectiveness will be assessed by testing with the current cohort of trainees at the Jessop Wing neonatal unit. This group is an ideal cohort, having firsthand experience of working without a structured framework. Feedback will be collected via questionnaire enabling refinement based on trainees' input.This refined framework will be provided to the trainees in pre-induction and will include a short presentation during induction. Results The project will produce a practical schematic framework that visually illustrates the alignment between NICU placement opportunities and key capabilities. This framework will be easily accessible to trainees working at Jessop Wing, empowering them to track their progress throughout the rotation. Furthermore, this has broader applicability and can be adapted for use in other tertiary care neonatal units within Yorkshire and Humber. Conclusion In conclusion, by simplifying the connection between NICU placement opportunities and the key capabilities outlined in the RCPCH Progress Plus curriculum, this project holds a pivotal role in preventing non-progression at ARCP. It provides trainees with a clear and structured pathway to demonstrate their curricular competencies, enhancing their preparedness for successful pediatric practice.
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