Working in the UK as an International Doctor
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If you’re looking for information about becoming a doctor in the UK, you’ve come to the right place!
The UK’s National Health Service employs more than 1.5 million people, putting it in the top five of the world’s largest workforces and an attractive proposition for doctors around the world. On average, the process of becoming a qualified UK International doctor can take up to 15 months. So, you may now be wondering; what are the steps I need to complete?
We’ve outlined each step;
1. Valid and verified primary medical qualification - Not sure if your qualification is valid? Double check on the General Medical Council (GMC) website.
2. English language skills - This is to ensure your patient's wellbeing is not at risk. This can be demonstrated by passing IELTS (International English Language Testing System) or OET (Occupational English Test). Proving the ability to speak, read, write and listen in English
3. PLAB1 Exam - This tests your medical ability. PLAB1 is a 180 multiple choice paper involving clinical scenarios, you are given 3 hours to complete.
4. PLAB2 Exam - This tests your clinical skills. It’s made up of 16 scenarios, each lasting eight minutes and aims to reflect real life settings including a mock consultation or an acute ward.
5. GMC Registration - Once you’ve passed your PLAB2, you can apply for a GMC license to practice medicine in the UK. For more information on GMC registration click here
6. Finding & Applying for placement - You can now look and apply for work as a doctor in the UK!
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