Obstetrics and Gynaecology Return to Acute Clinical Practice Course

The London and KSS Obstetrics and Gynaecology Return to Acute Clinical Practice Course has been running since 2017 and runs three times a year (March, September and January). In recent years it has been a two-day course (January is one day). It is FREE to attend. Delegates who are on parental leave can count it as a ‘Keeping in Touch’ day. It is funded by the NHS England SuppoRTT programme and run under the umbrella of the Whittington Education Centre.
Future dates
- Thursday 13th and Friday 14th March 2025
- Thursday 11th and Friday 12th September 2025
- January 2026 date - tbc
Content of the course

Day 1 is taking place virtually via MS Teams and usually covers the following:
- Clinical updates
- CTG refresher
- ePortfolio and curriculum updates
- The SuppoRTT programme and how to have a good return to acute clinical practice
- Breakout groups for LTFT, returning from sickness, returning from research and how to keep it going, parenting and working
Day 2 (March and September) is held face to face in the Whittington Education Centre (N19 5NF) and it is a practical clinical skills and simulation day.
How to register?
Please complete the expression of interest form and we will be in touch.
Local contact
If you have any questions or need further information, please contact the programme organiser at whh-tr.oandgreturntopractice@nhs.net
NHS England information / guidance

The links below explain more about the SuppoRTT programme, who is eligible for funding to support their return to work and how to apply for that funding. It is advisable to start planning for a return to clinical work 3 months in advance.
Last updated05 Feb 2025