Cardiology

Royal College of Physicians

MRCP (UK) - Membership of the College of Physicians

CT - Core Training

This information is correct at the time of writing. Training pathways are subject to change.
Further details of training pathways are available from medical royal colleges or faculties.
ST - Specialty Training
CCT - Certificate of Completion of Training

Core cardiology Advanced specialist

training area modules
Core Medical
Training (CMT)
2 years
or MRCP
Cardiology ST3 ST4 ST5 ST6 ST7 CCT
Acute Care (UK)
Common Stem
(ACCS) European exam in general cardiology (EEGC)
3 years

It is possible to undertake dual It is also possible to take one

training in cardiology and
general internal medicine. The
advanced specialist area modules
will in this case include general
internal medicine.
Most trainees undertake a period
of research for two years, taking
time out of programme, thus
extending training by two years.
year’s further training for sub-
specialty recognition in stroke
medicine (ST8). A second year of
training is required to become a
consultant in stroke medicine.

Prior to starting your specialty training you need to have completed a medical degree followed by the two-year foundation programme or have equivalent competences prior to applying to CT/ST level.