MRCPCH Foundation of Practice, Theory & Science Examination (formerly Part I), 14 October 2020 (Wednesday)

Dear Associates,

Please be informed that the next MRCPCH Foundation of Practice, Theory & Science (FOP TAS) Examination will be held on 14 Ocboer 2020. Candidates wishing to sit this exam in HK must apply both online using the RCPCH website ( https://www.rcpch.ac.uk/user ) AND submit paper applications to our College. Please study carefully the details of application as outlined in the attached circular.

Online Application period
20 August 2020 (Thur) – 31 August 2020 (Mon)

Options for sitting this exam
1. At a test centre in person, or
2. At your own home or workplace with online invigilation (online invigilation guide)

Examination Fee
FOP & TAS (both papers) HK$7,600
FOP only (single paper) HK$4,700
TAS only (single paper) HK$4,700

Payment should be made payable to Hong Kong College of Paediatricians.

You are strongly advised to submit your online application promptly.

Those candidates who have never taken an exam with the RCPCH and/or do not have an RCPCH number are advised to first register with the RCPCH well before the application period. A RCPCH number is needed in order to access the online application forms for exams.

There will be TWO FOP TAS exams held in HK each year, one in February, and another one in October.

Special Note on Coronavirus Outbreak
In view of the ongoing pandemic in HK, there is the risk the examination may not be held on 14 October 2020 depending on the situation in the coming months. Your application will be confirmed online once payment is received by the HK College of Paediatricians; but your payment will not be cashed until mid-September 2020. Please check for the latest updates on the HK College website nearer the time.

Thank you for your attention.

College Secretariat