Network Training Program

Each Network is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of the training program.

Each Network training program has the following:

• Clinical training across a number of sites
  - Trainees undertake training in a range of terms across the hospitals within the Network
  - Utilise the strengths and opportunities provided at each site
  
• Formal exam preparation program
  - Could be supra-regional, state-wide or national if through the College
  - Make use of technology to deliver training to all sites in the network
  
• Professional Development Program
  - Teaching on the Run
  - Communication skills
  - Leadership
  - Management

Advanced Trainees Professional Development Program

Throughout 2008, advanced paediatric trainees provided feedback to the Paediatric Physician Training Council that there should be increased access to professional development for trainees approaching the completion of their training.

In 2009, IMET is supporting a professional development program for advanced trainees. The program structure is one seminar per month for two hours. Generally, sessions are held on Tuesdays or Wednesdays.

The first session, CV Writing and Interview Skills, was held on Wednesday 11 March 2009 and was presented by the State Director of Paediatric Training, Dr Emma McCahon. Currently, there are nine sessions planned for 2009.

The advanced trainee professional development program is also available to advanced cardiology trainees.

For more information, please contact Jennie McGhie on (02) 9844 6521 or jmcghie@imet.health.nsw.gov.au.