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British College of Dermatology
British College of Dermatology
Our vision is for the British College of Dermatology (BCD) to be the hub of all education and training in dermatology for the medical and healthcare sector, collaborating with other stakeholders.
What We Offer
Our services support the development of a comprehensive, highly skilled dermatology workforce to improve overall patient care in dermatology. This workforce includes dermatologists of all grades, GPs, medical students and other trainees, nurses, pharmacists, and allied healthcare professionals.
BCD Accreditation
Gain BCD accreditation for your course or event.
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GPs
Learn about accreditation for GPwERs, dermatology courses for GPs, and useful resources.
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Dermatology Portfolio Pathway Guidance
Dermatology Portfolio Pathway information and resources.
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Post-CCT Fellowships
Learn about Post-CCT Fellowships, including the curricula and available opportunities.
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Scholarships and Awards
Members can apply for a range of BCD awards. Find out more and see the terms and conditions.
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Advertising, Commercial Partnerships and Sponsorship Opportunities
We can do more to achieve our charitable objectives with your help.
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Educational Resources for Healthcare Professionals
Becoming a Dermatologist
Find out the routes to dermatology for students or via the Portfolio pathway.
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Medical students
Useful BCD resources for medical students, as well as information, dermsocs, events and awards.
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Dermatology Specialty Trainees
BCD resources for specialty trainees, as well as information, courses and events, and awards.
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SAS Doctors
Resources and guidance for SAS doctors looking to extend their dermatology education.
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Pharmacists, Nurses & Allied Healthcare Professionals
AHPs and Pharmacists can find information on resources and events here.
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Dermatology Teachers and Trainers
Information for those involved with teaching undergraduates.
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Skin of Colour in Dermatology
Find resources and small grants here.
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Social Media Guidance for Dermatologists and Dermatology Trainees
Read our guidance to BAD members on the risks and benefits of social media engagement.
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How you can get involved
- BAD members can be a member of one of our sub-committees or working party groups, vacancies are advertised on our BAD elections and committee vacancies page
- Apply to join our GPwER or Portfolio pathway assessor bank
- Contribute to the development of our online learning content as an author or peer reviewer
For more information contact education@bad.org.uk
Our committees and working party groups include:
- Education sub-committee
- National dermatology trainee committee
- SAS sub-committee
- Scholarships and awards judging panel
- Postgraduate working party group
- Undergraduate working party group
- International Dermatology Education Alliance (IDEA)