Less than full-time training (LTFT), is this the new norm? A cross-sectional study using a UK-wide online survey to evaluate trainees' views and intentions for LTFT.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Interest in less than full-time training (LTFT) is growing among doctors in training. LTFT applications have previously been limited to fulfilment of specific criteria such as childcare or health reasons, but Health Education for England (HEE) has recently completed a pilot into LTFT for a third category: lifestyle choice. This was recognised as an opportunity to canvas trainee perspectives and intentions on LTFT and implications for workforce planning.

Design

A cross-sectional study of UK trainees via an online questionnaire.

Setting/participants

The survey was distributed via email to trainees in all specialities and stages of training across the UK. The survey focused on three key themes: experiences of current LTFT trainees, perspectives of trainees con

SUBMITTER: Cathcart J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9644354 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature