An option for international doctors (especially residents) to work in the UK without sitting an exam up to two years.
Medical Training Initiative
An option for international doctors to work in the UK without sitting an exam for up to two years.
The Medical Training Initiative (MTI) is a UK scheme that allows a fixed number of international medical graduates to work and train within the NHS for a maximum of 24 months.
The primary purpose of the MTI scheme is to contribute to improving the quality of healthcare in developing countries. Therefore, the allocation of MTI placements is given in priority order.
The scheme aims to share knowledge, experience, and best practice that benefits:
- The international doctor, who gets training and development from the NHS
- Their home country, to which they return with knowledge, skills and experience
- And the NHS, which has spare training capacity filled by suitable graduate doctors.
How will a doctor benefit from MTI?
As MTI trainee doctors will receive speciality training supervised by a qualified NHS consultant. In most instances, the training plan is tailored to suit their educational objectives and the work they wish to undertake on returning home.Royal Colleges will sponsor GMC registration and visa application.
Doctors will receive the same salary as a UK doctor unless they have funding from their home country.
Do I qualify for MTI?
Before applying, applicants must have:
- Suitable advanced postgraduate qualifications which will be considered in the context of their other skills and experience
- An IELTS or an OET result at accepted grade,
- Worked in a clinical practice setting for 3 of the past 5 years, including continuously in the last 12 months
- 12 months’ experience in the speciality you are applying for
- Primary medical qualification independently verified by the ECFMG
Where can I work and for how long?
Royal Colleges recruit trainees for placements all over the UK. While they can place trainees in most specialities, they cannot always guarantee that a suitable placement will be found in all specialities. Placements are for a minimum of 6 months up to 2 years.
Upon completion of MTI trainees receive a certificate from the College confirming that they have undertaken an International Training Fellowship in the speciality and a letter outlining the competencies they have gained experience in.
How do I apply?
If you meet all essential criteria and wish to apply please send to [email protected]
There is no application deadline as recruit all year round.
How long does it take?
Successful MTI applications take an average of 6 months from first applying to arrival in the UK.
Induction
You will undertake a period of local induction and close supervision to become familiar with local practices and protocols until both you and your supervising consultant are satisfied that you are competent and ready before commencing your full role or starting any on-call or night shifts, if this is part of your training post.
Ongoing placement support for trainees
SDR-UK provide a range of support during your placement:
- Mentors: We assign you a mentor to support your daily life in the UK
- ePortfolio: you will receive free use of the JRCPTB’s ePortfolio for supporting professional achievement, reflection and learning and managing your progress
- College Membership: you will receive free Collegiate or Associate Membership giving access to a range of educational resources including educational events and courses and access to our Education Portal
- Feedback: we request regular feedback from you and your supervisor to ensure that everyone is happy with that progress.
