Pastoral support
- Tutors available for pastoral support and career guidance
- Limited assistance with travel costs where appropriate
- Assistance with appropriate charitable applications
English support
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) preparation
Through formal weekly courses and intensive sessions, with supporting materials.
English practice in a medical context
The PLAN (Patients – Listening to, Advising and Negotiating with them) meetings provide the opportunity for English practice with UK medical students taking the role of patients.
Medical examination preparation
PLAB 1
Preparatory sessions on medical topics given by hospital consultants and Reache tutors, with practice of PLAB 1 style questions related to the topic.
PLAB 2
The Reache centre has manikins and other materials needed to practice for PLAB 2. Reache members may be funded to attend an external preparatory PLAB 2 course.
PLAN
(Patients – Listening to, Advising and Negotiating with them). Includes PLAB 2 style communication stations, practising with UK medical students.
Getting into work
Tutor support
Assistance with C.V. preparation, job applications and interview skills.
Preparing for Work in the NHS
For all health professionals, this course aims to give an insight into the context of health care delivery in the NHS and differences between the UK and other countries.
Work Placements
Opportunities to gain skills, confidence and UK references from observerships and supported employment.
