Courses at Birmingham Pathology Training Centre
The following courses are provided by the Birmingham Pathology Training Centre
Please see individual courses for further information and how to apply:
Non-Gynaecological Cytology - Preparation for FRCPath Part 2 Exam Courses
Course description
This is a comprehensive cytology course designed to prepare trainees for the Non-Gynaecological FRCPath Part 2 Examination.
Places are limited on these courses and they become fully booked very quickly - please book early.
Aims of the Course:
- To provide an overview of the salient aspects of diagnostic non-gynaecological cytopathology
- To present topic-based lectures on the cytopathology of individual systems
- Lecturers with considerable expertise to lead teaching using lectures, workshops, multiheader microscopy
- To facilitate slide review of selected cases followed by discussion
- To provide a mock Non-Gynae Cytopathology FRCPath Part 2 exam with detailed feedback and an opportunity to discuss ‘exam’ cases with the tutor.
Course requirements
- Trainee Pathologists preparing for the FRCPath Part 2 exam
Course fees
- Virtual courses: £250
- Onsite courses: £500
Course dates
- 5-8 February 2024 - Virtual interactive teaching via Teams using scanned slides.
- 16-20 September 2024 - Onsite face to face teaching plus personal revision time using glass slides. Microscopes provided.
Course enquiry
- Please register your interest by emailing: bwc.bctcenquiries@nhs.net
- If a place is available we will email an application form and further details.
- We can also add your name to our mailing list for any future courses if required.
Histopathology - Preparation for FRCPath Part 2 Exam Courses
Course description
The Birmingham Histopathology Course is a comprehensive course lasting two working weeks and providing an overview of systemic histopathology. There are topic-based lectures and multiheader microscopy sessions on the pathology of individual systems. There are also slide seminars in general pathology.
There is a mock exam that seeks to emulate the surgical, frozen section and macro sections of the FRCPath Part 2 examination followed by detailed feedback and an opportunity to discuss the “exam” cases with the tutor.
Places are limited on these courses and they become full booked very quickly - please book early.
Course requirements
- Trainee Pathologists preparing for the FRCPath exam
Course fee
- To be confirmed
Course dates
- May/June 2024 - dates to be confirmed shortly
Course enquiry
- Please register your interest by emailing: bwc.bctcenquiries@nhs.net
- If a place is available we will email an application form and further details.
- We can also add your name to our mailing list for any future courses if required.
Autopsy Pathology for Stage C/D Trainees in Histopathology & Consultant Pathologists Practising Autopsies
Course description
This is a two-day course addressing fundamentals of the autopsy, including external examination, dissection techniques, post-mortem toxicology and suspicious deaths. Case scenarios will be discussed. The course is aimed at Stage C/D trainees in Histopathology, as well as Consultant Pathologists practising autopsies.
Course requirements
- Stage C/D Trainees in Histopathology or Consultant Pathologists
Course fee
- tba
Course dates
- Unfortunately, we are currently unable to arrange an Autopsy Course but we hope to be able to do so in the future.
Course enquiry
- If you have a query please contact bwc.bctcenquiries@nhs.net
Basic Cytopathology, Histopathology & Colposcopy Course (in conjunction with BSCCP)
Course description
This course is designed to provide colposcopists with an opportunity to have hands-on experience in aspects of cellular pathology which have an impact on the practice of colposcopy. There are sessions with a multiheader microscope where you can look at cervical samples and cervical biopsies. There will also be a discussion of MDT type cases and a virtual tour around the histology and cytology laboratories. Attendance at these sessions can be counted towards logbook requirements.
Course requirements
- Please contact BSCCP for further information
Course fee
- Please contact BSCCP for further information
Course dates
- Please contact BSCCP for further information