Doctor in internal medicine training membership

In internal medical training prior to passing MRCP(UK) are eligible for associate membership. Once you have passed MRCP(UK) you are eligible for collegiate membership.

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We want you to have a successful and enjoyable career. We know it can be demanding, so have created the practical tools and networks to support your development, in every placement. Our dedicated and thriving community is here to help you succeed in becoming a brilliant physician who delivers the highest quality patient care.

Through RCP membership, you can build relationships with colleagues across local networks, help shape local and regional initiatives, and contribute to our national voice. Together, we influence positive change on the issues that matter most to you.

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Membership benefits

As an RCP member in internal medicine training, you get special access to all the college has to offer, including:

free access to streamed CPD content via RCP Player, including the Next gen series
free and discounted access to conferences and events such as Call the medical registrar
free access to e-learning modules such as Breaking bad news.
discounted access to education and training opportunities to develop leadership and communication skills
free publication in Clinical Medicine (ClinMed) and Future Healthcare Journal, as well as regular updates from ClinMed, Future Healthcare Journal and Commentary magazine
free access to the RCP eLibrary
Opportunities to Meet your president and feed directly into the work of the RCP and what we advocate for
entry into our regional poster competition and Turner-Warwick lecture scheme
representation and support through the Resident Doctor Committee and the college and associate college tutor network
discounts and offers, including access to TOTUM Pro (formerly NUS Extra) and 20% off UptoDate
access to our Members and Fellows Lounge at The Spine boasting impressive views of Liverpool and beyond, free Wi-Fi, a coffee machine, access to charging points and more
opportunity to apply to a number of awards, bursaries and prizes that are exclusive to RCP members and fellows.

After your foundation year, we also offer the option to combine membership payments with your JRCPTB training fees.

Members and fellows are encouraged to regularly check and update their personal details on MyRCP. This helps us provide content, services, and benefits that are relevant and tailored to your needs.

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Frequently asked questions

You are eligible to become an associate member of the RCP if you have not yet passed the MRCP(UK) exam but are at one of the following career grades:

medical student
foundation doctor: FY1 or FY2
In internal medical training: IMT years 1–3
staff/trust grade post holder
locum consultant
honorary contract holder
specialty and associate specialist (SAS) doctors, advanced clinical practitioners, clinical fellows, and locum consultants before passing the MRCP(UK) exam
advanced clinical practitioner: working or training in acute medicine or within medical specialties (UK only).

International physicians who have not passed the MRCP(UK) exam can qualify for associate membership.

Medical student – Free
Foundation doctor - Free
Medical trainee - £81.00
Associate membership (UK) - £157.00
Associate membership (UK SAS doctors - salary threshold 1) - £157.00
Associate membership (UK SAS doctors - salary threshold 2) - £180.00
Associate membership (International - high income country*) - £119.00
Associate membership (International - low income country*) - £105.00

Associate membership is renewed on 1 August each year

Your membership fee will be calculated based on the point in the membership year you join and how much of the membership year is remaining.

If you are a UK taxpayer, save from 22 – 40% of the cost of your membership subscription. To find out more about subscriptions and concessions please read our payment information document.

*as defined by the World Bank

If you are a UK taxpayer, save from 22 – 40% of the cost of your membership subscription. To find out more about subscriptions and concessions please read our payment information document.

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Our Resident Doctor Committee reflects the RCP’s commitment to supporting and empowering early career physicians to take an active role in influencing the future of medicine.

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