Pathology · Professional Society · UK
Royal College of Pathologists
RCPath
SpecialtyPathology
Trainee CommitteeYes
Travel GrantsYes
Research PrizesYes
The Royal College of Pathologists is a global professional membership body with over 13,000 members working across 17 pathology specialties. It is the home for pathologists at every stage of their career, from undergraduates to consultants, delivering essential services and individual benefits to members.
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Specialty
Pathology
Abbreviation
RCPath
Trainee Committee
Yes
Travel Grants
Available
Research Prizes
Yes
Country
United Kingdom
MEMBERSHIP Membership Details
BENEFITS Key Member Benefits
Personalised membership certificate
Members receive a personalised certificate upon joining the College.
Admission ceremony for new fellows
New fellows are invited to attend an admissions ceremony.
Use of post-nominals
Members can use post-nominals such as FRCPath and DipRCPath, globally recognised credentials indicating commitment to highest professional standards.
Voting rights
Members have voting rights in College elections, including Presidential and Trustee Board elections.
Professional register listing
Members are listed on the College's professional register.
CPD portfolio tool
Access to a bespoke CPD portfolio tool to record and report on CPD activity.
CPD team support
Advice and support from the College's dedicated CPD team.
CPD guidance resources
Online resources offering guidance and support on CPD.
Approved CPD courses directory
Access to a directory of approved CPD courses.
Conference and CPD events calendar
Live calendar of conferences and CPD events.
Appraisal and revalidation support
Resources and support for appraisal and revalidation.
Professional guidance
Access to a range of professional guidance including clinical guidelines, cancer datasets, tissue pathways, best practice recommendations and patient safety resources.
External Quality Assurance benefits
Benefits from College's EQA work maintaining professional standards across pathology laboratories.
College publications
Access to The Bulletin quarterly journal, President's Newsletter, and College news and blogs.
Journal discounts
Discounts on several medical publications and journals, plus eligibility for NUS Totum Pro card.
Events and webinars
Discounted or free access to a range of in-person and online events, regional surgeries, bespoke events for specific member groups.
Governance involvement
Opportunity to shape the future of pathology by voting, standing for Honorary Officer positions, Trustee Board, Council, specialty advisory committees, regional councils, and advisory appointments committees.
Volunteer opportunities
Opportunity to undertake various volunteer roles that advance the pathology profession.
Awards and bursaries
Access to numerous awards and bursaries for various aspects of pathology work, including Foundation Fellowships, science communication prizes, essay prizes, travel bursaries and research medals.
Workforce support services
Access to specialty-specific staffing and workload guidance, model job descriptions, job description review service, College Assessor for advisory appointment committees, and invited reviews service.
International support
For international members: professional sponsorship for medical training initiative, assistance with sponsorship scheme applications, webinars and lecture series, and support for international events.
Public engagement support
Resources to support members in delivering public engagement activities, including guidance, event templates, pathology resources, media advice, and Pathology Ambassador Scheme opportunities.
Training and examination support
Resources for undergraduates and Foundation doctors, guidance for medical trainees, New Trainee Welcome Days, LEPT system access, college examinations guidance, examination appeals service, workplace-based assessments guidance and careers advice.
Pathology Portal access
Access to the award-winning Pathology Portal for educational resources.
EVENTS Events & Conferences
TRAINEE Trainee Opportunities
Percy Oliver Trainee Travel Bursary Award
Travel bursary award available for trainees to support attendance at conferences and professional meetings.
Trainee Research Medal Awards
Awards recognising excellent research conducted by trainees.
Trainee Committee involvement
Trainees can join and participate in trainee-focused committees and initiatives within the College.
New Trainee Welcome Days
Welcome days delivered specifically for new trainees entering pathology training programmes.
LEPT system access
Access to the Learning Environment for Pathology Trainees (LEPT) ePortfolio system to evidence progress in training.
Trainee-specific events
Range of bespoke events designed specifically for trainees, including taster days and trainee-focused conferences.