Flexibility and Support in Training
Less Than Full Time Training (LTFT)
LTFT training (or part time training) is now an integral part of Postgraduate Training in Wales. We have a flexible approach to LTFT training; all trainees can request to train on a less than full time basis. HEIW along with Training Programme Directors are committed to managing LTFT training in such a way that it is available to as many trainees as possible. If you wish to train Less Than Full Time (LTFT) please refer to the Dental Gold Guide 2023 - COPDEND and LTFT - HEIW (nhs.wales) for further information, or contact the DST Manager.
Taking time out of the approved programme (OOP)
Taking time out of programme (OOP) is governed by the Dental Gold Guide 2023 - COPDEND which sets out arrangements agreed by the four nations. There may be a number of circumstances why a trainee may wish to take time out of their approved programme to which they have been appointed:
- Out of Programme for Experience (OOPE)
- Out of Programme for Research (OOPR)
- Out of Programme for Training (OOPT)
- Out of Programme for a Career Break (OOPC)
All OOP requests need to be discussed and agreed with your TPD prior to submitting to HEIW for Postgraduate Dean (or nominated deputy) approval. For further information please refer to the Dental Gold Guide 2023 - COPDEND or contact the DST Manager.
Inter Deanery Transfers
The national inter-deanery transfer (IDT) process supports dental specialty trainees who have had an unforeseen significant change in circumstances since commencement of their current training programme that remains at the date of their IDT application. Requests to transfer to another deanery/HEE local office can be made by submitting an application for Inter-Deanery Transfer and required supporting documents. However, while it is possible for trainees to move between HEE, NES, HEIW and NIMDTA (via IDTs), there is no automatic entitlement or right for this to take place. For further information please refer to the Dental Gold Guide 2023 - COPDEND or contact the DST Manager.