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You can apply for AIM via several routes of postgraduate training:
You can apply for AIM via several routes of postgraduate training:
2 years
(FY 1 + FY 2)
2 years
(CMT1 + CMT2)
3 years
(CT 1, 2 + 3)
5 years
ST3 - ST7
(To be attempted by ST5)
Core Medical Training (CMT) - 2 years
Acute Care Common Stem (ACCS) - 3 years
As with other medical specialties, requirements for entry to higher training in AIM include completion of the MRCP.
To achieve your CCT as an AMU consultant you must complete the Speciality Certificate Examination (SCE) during your 5 years as a registrar.
Once specialist training is completed, trainees can apply for a consultant post.
Rotate usually in 4-6 month blocks on Cardiology, Respiratory, Geriatrics, ITU, AMU.
You are allocated weekly sessions to develop a specialist skill (compulsory).
Have on-call commitments (same amount as any other medical registrar)
Procedural skills - Ultrasound / Bronchoscopy
Additional Qualification - Medical Education, Leadership
Specialty Interest - Stroke Medicine, Intensive Care Medicine