Information and guidance on Out of Programme (OOP). Health Education England Wessex offers trainees the opportunity to take a planned period out of their training programme, subject to agreement with their Training Programme Director and Educational Supervisor.
There are four main types of time taken out of programme:
Out of Programme Training (OOPT)
Out of Programme Research (OOPR)
Out of Programme Experience (OOPE)
Out of Programme Career Break (OOPC)
Out of Programme Pause (OOPP)
If a trainee wishes to take time out of programme, they should first discuss with their Training Programme Director and Educational Supervisor as early as possible. All time out of programme must be approved by the Postgraduate Dean and in some cases the Royal Colleges and GMC.
Trainees with Tier2 or Skilled Workers sponsorship
It is essential that all Skilled Worker/Tier2 sponsored trainees seek advice from HR regarding steps they must take prior to taking up any out of programme placement, and the steps to be taken on returning to training. A trainee must have a new visa sponsor in place prior to starting any OOP placement.
Further details are available on: NHSE Overseas Sponsorship Frequently Asked Questions