ST3 Orthopaedic Interview Knowledge CourseNovember 2017, Bristol

Here at ST3 Ortho Interview we know that getting started with ST3 Orthopaedic Interview preparation can be tricky and knowing where to start is tough.

For candidates applying to ST3 trauma and orthopaedic specialty training gin the UK our ST3 Orthopaedic Interview Knowledge Course is based on the popular lectures featured in the Mock Interview Course and is designed to kickstart your interview preparation this side of the Christmas break.

Our ST3 Orthopaedic Interview Knowledge Course features a comprehensive overview of the application process, tips from last year's successful candidates, evidence-based revision of core clinical and anatomy topics together with guides to each individual station and hands-on technical skills tutorials.

The course is lecture-based with focused near-to-peer teaching and interactive group discussion. A brasserie lunch and refreshments together with free high-speed Wi-Fi and pens, pads and sweets will keep you going throughout the day.

This isn't just an interview lecture course and will prepare you for life as a junior orthopaedic registrar.

Lectures and Small-Groups to Kickstart Your Revision

FEATURES
✗ Understand the application process, how to score maximum marks and how to deal with any scenario
✗ Portfolio, Interactive, Clinical, Technical and Presentation stations covered in detail
✗ Orthopaedic anatomy and evidence-based clinical management
✗ Common topics and themes covered
✗ Complete guide to improving communication skills from experienced comm skills tutors
✗ Portfolio preparation and application in details
✗ Key papers, resources and syllabus for effective preparation
✗ Top tips from last year's successful candidates
✗ Technical skills practical session with demos and playtime

Course Programme

Our ST3 Ortho Interview Knowledge Course will begin at 0930 in November. The programme will feature lectures containing the latest evidence-based clinical information and interactive demonstrations of interview stations to give you an idea of what differentiates the very best candidates.

A full lunch is included as are refreshments throughout the day, high-speed Wi-Fi and pens and pads for you to take notes.

TIMETABLE

0900-0930 Coffee & Registration

0930-1000 Interview Overview and Key Tips
1000-1045 Portfolio and Application – Lecture and Small Groups
1040-1100 Presentation, Case Prioritisation and Handover – Lecture and small groups

1100-1115 Coffee

1115-1200 Interactive and Communication Station - Improving your Comm Skills
1200-1215 Technical Skills 1. – Overview
1215-1315 Technical Skills 2. – Demos, Videos and Play Time

1315-1400 Lunch

1400-1415 Clinical Station 1. – Introduction, Principles and Overview
1415-1500 Clinical Station 2. – Upper Limb Anatomy and Cases in Small Groups

1500-1515 Coffee

1515-1600 Clinical Station 3. – Spine and Lower Limb Anatomy and Cases in Small Groups

1600-1630 Final Discussion and Home Time

Find Out What Our Past Delegates Thought

Thank you very much for the course. I thought it was fantastic. The presentations were excellent as was the content and interaction

James, Northern Deanery, UK

The lecture course really explained what was required and helped me to structure my preparartion and understand the best way to prepare

Jo, North West Deanery, UK

I still can’t believe how much was covered during the day. The lunch, refreshments and venue were fantastic and I will be recommending this to the CTs for next year. Thanks again.

Tom, North West Thames Deanery, UK

Prior to the course I had very little understanding of how to do well at the interviews or how to improve my interview technique and comm skills. The lectures were amazing and combined with the mock course helped me get a NTN

Sarah, Oxford Deanery, UK

The Venue

Our ST3 Ortho Interview Knowledge Course is held in the scenic Engineers' House, Clifton Village, Bristol. Engineers' House is located near to Clifton Suspension Bridge and is a 10 minutes taxi ride or 20 minute bus ride from Bristol Temple Meads station.

The venue is a 2 minute walk from Clifton Village where you will find an eclectic mix of bars, restaurants and boutiques as well as useful high street shops.

Brunel’s Clifton Suspension Bridge, the Observatory and the famous Clifton downs are all within 3 minutes walk of Engineers House and a perfect place to escape to at the end of the ST3 Orthopaedic Interview course.

Key Venue Info

Getting To The ST3 Ortho Interview Knowledge Course

Rail
The nearest train station is Bristol Temple Meads, a 10 minute taxi journey from Engineers’ House. Get the bus for £1.50 (see below) from the station to Clifton Village.

Taxi
Taxi ranks can be found at the train station. When leaving Engineers’ House the on site team can book one for you. We advise booking ahead to avoid waiting when you depart.

Bus
The number 8 and 9 buses stop directly outside Engineer’s House every 10 minutes and depart from the city centre and Bristol Temple Meads train station.

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Parking

Complimentary on-site car parking is available, please arrive on time to secure a spot.

The Car Park and Main Entrance are accessed from Clifton Down Road.

Alternative car parking options:
On-street parking – the area surrounding Engineers’ House has some 250 free and unrestricted on street parking spaces available.
There are also pay and display car parking options on the surrounding roads.

FAQs

1. How much does the course cost?

ST3 Ortho Interview Knowledge Course costs £367 (before early-bird discounts). This includes handouts, certificate, lunch and refreshments.

2. Who can attend?

Anyone wishing to apply to ST3 T&O specialty training. This includes CT1/2 trainees, LATS and LASs.

3. I am a CT1. Can I still attend?

Yes. CT1s have the added bonus of an extra year in which to act on feedback and improve their portfolios and interview technique.

4. Where is the course held?

The ST3 Ortho Interview Knowledge Course is held at the scenic Engineers' House Clifton Village, Bristol.

5. How many places are there?

To provide group discussion and keep the lectures interactive spaces are limited so be sure to register early if you would like to attend.

6. What should I bring on the day?

Just yourself. Handouts will be provided on the day.

If you wish to bring a copy of your CV on paper or iPad there will be opportunities to have this reviewed by the faculty.

7. What should I wear?

The course is more relaxed than the mock interview course and home clothes may be worn.

8. Is lunch included?

Lunch is included in the course fees. Refreshments will be provided throughout the day to keep you going.

9. Do I need to prepare before attending?

Although it is not necessary to prepare for the course, the more you put in the more you will get out. Ensuring that you know the management of common orthopaedic emergencies and are familiar with your portfolio is a good start. The free materials and reading list found on this website should suffice.

10. I didn't get a place on the course. Are there any future dates?

ST3 Ortho Interview Knowledge Course is an annual course. However, if there is demand a further course may be organised in the New Year.

11. How long does the course last?

The course last the whole day from 0930-1630.

12. Who teaches on the course?

The course tutors are registrars with training numbers who have been through the selection process themselves. The near-to-peer method of teaching is utilised to ensure that topics covered are relevant to the coming interviews.
Communication skills tutors are on hand to help optimise your comm skills preparation.

13. Are there any discounts available?

Yes. For candidates attending the November Interview Weekend (Both Knowledge Course and Mock Interview Course) a discounted rate is available.

14. Are there any extras or bonuses?

Yes. All candidates will be given access to the Online Knowledge Course component of our Online Interview Preparation System so that they can watched edited versions of the talks given, revise key topics covered and have their CVs analysed in their own time. This means that candidates can enjoy the day and re-revise key topics nearer the interviews.

Knowledge Course candidates also get priority booking on our extremely popular Mock Interview Course.

15. I have some further questions…

Hopefully most key details have been covered but if you have any questions ahead of registering for the course please contact us for more information.

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