Paediatric Neurodisability Diploma

Diploma in Paediatric Neurodisability

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is offering a Paediatric Neurodisability Diploma course endorsed by the British Academy of Childhood Disability (BACD).

Audience: All doctors currently providing care for disabled children and young people
Duration: Two-year part-time distance learning course including online group learning sessions
Fees: £5000 (£4800 for BACD members)

Discounts: are available for applicants from low-income countries, British Academy of Childhood Disability (BACD) members and Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust employees.

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UK GRID trainees undertaking paediatric neurodisability specialty training run by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) are eligible for discounted fees and flexible payment arrangements.

All UK grid trainees in paediatric disability are encouraged to study the course as it complements the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) Progress+ curriculum in Paediatric Neurodisability, which provides a useful framework to gain the expected competencies.

Course content

The Diploma includes twelve clinical units, covering the many aspects of paediatric disability. It complements the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) Progress+ curriculum in Paediatric Neurodisability.

All of the clinical units are relevant to practice. The material is developed by expert clinicians and includes recommended reading and exercises based on the text.

You will complete an in-depth critical appraisal audit and/or service evaluation alongside the clinical units with anticipation of a completed audit cycle.

Upon successful completion of the course you will be awarded a certificate from Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust endorsed by the British Academy of Childhood Disability (BACD).

Online Group Learning Sessions

We have recently reviewed our online teaching and we are excited to be able to offer more flexibility and access to shorter and more frequent teaching sessions. These will be delivered once every two months. The introduction session is a full day followed by eleven half days of teaching that relates to the topic you are studying as you progress through the written material.

Online learning forms an essential part of the Diploma course and complements individual learning, giving you the opportunity to discuss topics with experts and your co-trainees.

Distance learning

Distance learning enables you to manage the majority of your learning in your own time. Course materials are distributed by email which includes working with interactive PDFs.

You will have a designated tutor who is an expert in the field. They can provide local support or remote support by email, tailored to your individual situation and requirements.

How to apply

Please complete an application form and send with your supporting documents to our administration team at scn-tr.pddlc@nhs.net

Applications for the Paediatric Neurodisability Diploma course are considered on a first come, first served basis.

We are accepting applications for September 2026. The closing day is Friday 29 May 2026.