Trainees
Information and resources to help current STP trainees during their training.
The STP and your responsibilities
An introduction to the key components of the STP and details of your responsibilities as a trainee.
Introducing the Scientist Training Programme
A 3-year programme of work-based learning, supported by a University accredited master’s degree.
NSHCS training standards – trainee responsibilities
Alongside your trainers’ responsibilities, you as the trainee have responsibilities, as you are an active participant in your own learning journey.
Work-based assessment
Key information about how you will be assessed in the workplace while on the programme.
NSHCS work-based assessment standards
The work-based assessment standards define how work-based assessments should be conducted and the responsibilities of trainees, trainers and assessors.
Reviews of progression
Regular reviews of progression monitor your progress against key targets and provide opportunities for individual feedback and support.
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The STP review of progression
Information about the different stages of the review of progression process and what support will be offered.
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The Midterm Review of Progression
The Midterm Review of Progression is the old process for reviewing progression. The final group of trainees to be subject to the MRP started the programme in 2022.
The STP Final Year Assessment
The STP Final Year Assessment
The STP Final Year Assessment ensures trainees can integrate and apply the knowledge, skills and behaviours developed over the programme.
Preparing for the STP Final Year Assessment
Preparing for the STP Final Year Assessment
As a trainee on the STP, it is your responsibility to ensure you are prepared for the STP Final Year Assessment. Follow this guidance to set yourself up for the assessment.
Independent Assessment of Clinical Competence (IACC)
Information and guidance about the IACC for trainees who started the programme before 2022 and Clinical Microbiology 2022 trainees.
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Key dates for IACC 2025
Important dates and deadlines for trainees who are sitting the IACC in 2025.
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Independent Assessment of Clinical Competence
The Independent Assessment of Clinical Competence (IACC) assesses your readiness to practise as a newly qualified, threshold entry Clinical Scientist.
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Reflective practice for the IACC
This content, together with the reflective writing webinar, and the IACC guidance will help final year trainees prepare for the reflective writing part of their final assessment.
STP Completion
Information and guidance about what is required to complete the Scientist Training Programme.
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Updated
Guidance for trainees and training departments on STP 2025 completion
Information on what is required for trainees exiting the programme in 2025.
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Guidance for trainees and training departments on STP completion 2024
Information on what is required for trainees exiting the programme in 2024.
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Guidance for trainees and training departments on STP Completion 2023
Information for STP trainees and their training officers, following the 2023 completion pathway.
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STP Completion dates (all years)
Completion deadline dates for trainees on the Scientist Training Programme.
Using the Exceptional Extenuating Circumstances policy to apply for an extension of time or change to training
Trainees can apply for an extension of time or change to training via the EEC policy when circumstances affect their ability to continue training.
Training support
Guidance and resources to support you during your training.
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Training support
We want you to have the best training experience, but you should also take care of your health and wellbeing.
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Trainee networks
Join your regional trainee network and make contact with other STP trainees in your area.
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Training support FAQs for STP trainees
Here are the answers to some finance and personal circumstances questions relevant to STP trainees.
OneFile and Agilio Feedback
Guidance to help you become familiar with OneFile, your online e-portfolio, and with Agilio Feedback, the multi-source feedback service.
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How to guidance and videos for STP/ PTP/ ETP/ ASP trainees using OneFile
Get help with some of the common tasks in OneFile.
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OneFile webinar recordings
Watch the latest webinars for trainees, training officers and supervisors, on the different elements of OneFile.
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How to use the Turnitin Checker in OneFile – A guide for trainees
Familiarise yourself with the Turnitin feature in OneFile by following this guidance.
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Agilio Feedback
Trainees are expected to have completed 2 Multi-Source Feedback assessments by the time of completion.
Resources
Extensive guidance and resources to help you succeed on the STP.
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Guidance resources for trainees
Comprehensive trainee guidance resources developed by the School.
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Online learning resources to support training for STP trainees
We've gathered together some online resources to help support your training. Take a look at what's available for your area.