
Sub Speciality Interview Course
Applying for Paediatric GRID, whether it is Cardiology, Gastroenterology or one of the many sub specialities can be very stressful and challenging.
This is the only course of its kind which focuses on the GRID interview and during the two days it will cover those difficult questions about:
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- You and your application form
- Career Motivation, preparation and strengths
- Clinical ability and reasoning
- Clinical leadership and team working
- Academic understanding and achievements
Group sizes are kept small to ensure that we focus on YOU throughout the day.
The course is led by Dr Umar Mahmood (Post CCT Paediatric Cardiology) and also facilitated by consultants and senior registrar's from various sub specialities.
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Course Structure:
Day One: Focuses on your motivation,, multidisciplinary team working and leadership questions
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Day Two: You will be placed in small groups with consultants or senior registrars from your speciality. In this morning session you will be coached on how to tackle those particular questions regarding your speciality including clinical scenarios and if applicable ethical scenarios.
In the afternoon session, All candidates will return to the main room where you will have the opportunity to discuss questions and concerns you may have and have more opportunity to practice.
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Sessions will close if capacity is reached
Course outline
TWO day online course via MS Teams
Time
08:30 -16:30
Dates:
Dec 28-29th 2024 - Fully booked
Jan 4-5th 2025 - Email if you would like to book
Jan 11-12th 2025 - Email if you would like to book on this date
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Cost
£350
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Can't make the date?
If you can't make any of the weekend dates then why not consider 1:1 coaching?. Group coaching is also available! Get in touch to fund out more.
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Additional Course available to help covering work related and clinical leadership topics
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In addition to the Sub Speciality Preparation course, I have prepared an additional course which supplements this interview course. The interview course focuses on practice and deliver of answers BUT this course will cover clinical governance topics in greater depth to help you to strengthen and great more depth to your answers.
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Topics covered focus on clinical governance such as:
- Leadership styles
- Working as a team - Dysfunctional teams, trust and psychological trust
- Effective Communication (Verbal and Non verbal)
- Managing high functional teams
- Teaming and working together
- Feedback models and managing juniors
- Diversity and inclusivity
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and MORE
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This is an one day course that will supplements the interview course. If you attend the interview course, you will receive a 50% discount on this course.
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Date: To be announced 20th Dec - Please email/Whatsapp your interest
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Price: £150 - for candidates who have booked on the interview course (normal price £250)
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Check out the feedback from this years attendees​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
100%
Of attendees would recommend this course AGAIN 2025!
Thank you all, these two days provided me with tools to help understand what's really being asked, how to structure my answers and how to showcase my capabilities
Enjoyed pretty much everything. Very well organised, especially time wise.
Really intensive and useful, could feel that over the two days I could feel myself improving
Exceptional coaching during the interview preparation course. Your clear communication, engaging sessions, constructive feedback, personalized approach, and motivational support significantly enhanced my preparation. I feel more confident and well-equipped for upcoming interviews. Thank you for your commitment to excellence.
Variety of cases. Umar was on point and his approaches are really helpful
Thanks again for two amazing days!! Your course has been the best thing I’ve done so far!! it’s inspired me and giving me the tools I needed to really focus on what’s important in my preparation, to be the best I can be on that day!! I really appreciate all the work you’ve done to provide such a high level course!
Good chance for practice, grow confidence by repeating practicing
The opportunity to practice in a simulated environment with your insightful feedback was invaluable. It not only boosted my confidence but also provided practical insights into refining my responses. Thank you for this enriching experience, it truly made a difference in my preparation.
Excellent course! Thank you for taking the time to help trainees gain confidence in themselves.
Very good and constructive feedback- Thank you so much. Offered help and support even after the course.
Plenty of time to practice and very constructive and honest feedback. 2 days allowed more practice including speciality practice. Thank you so much
​I liked how it pushed me to answer question after question. I wouldn't have felt confident in doing so many at this stage. It helped me get a feel for the answers I need to prepare more for.
FAQ
Q1 - How long is the course
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Answer: This is a 2 day course and your payment covers both days
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Q2 - Do you cover all specialities
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Answer: Yes - We cover all specialities. We do advise that if you are booking the night before the course that you check your speciality is covered on that weekend. If not, you can still attend but we will ask you to return on a different date to have your clinical station
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Q3 - I have paid but the ticket only has one of the dates on it
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Answer: Don't worry, your ticket will cover both dates. The ticket only has one date to avoid any unnecessary payments.
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Q4 - Can I cancel my ticket?
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Answer: I would be really sad to see you cancel but that is absolutely fine. a small processing charge will be deducted for refunds. This isn't from us but the website we use.
Q5 - Do you provide group discounts
Answer: Yes. If you would like to book as a group because email or WhatsApp to discuss possible discounts.