Preparing for F1

Non-urgent advice: Preparing for F1

Making the transition from medical student to being a doctor can be worrying and stressful, but it is important for you to know that you will be supported in your first step in your medical career. We have gathered resources from the UKFPO website, relevant partner websites and foundation doctors who have been through the programme, to help those of you who are about the enter the UK Foundation Programme. I hope this will be helpful and I look forward to welcoming you into UK medical training!

Mike Masding, Co-Chair UKFPO

Induction and good practice

New page content coming soon on induction top tips and best practice

Foundation doctor stories and advice

Testimonials and tips from current and former foundation doctors

Foundation school training support resources

Local resources and support for foundation doctors

Additional resources

Signposting to relevant resources incoming and current foundation doctors should be aware of

Supporting Transition and Entering Practice (STEP)

Guidance and forms for the STEP process

Beyond the basics webinar

This below is a recording of the webinar held on 22 July 2025 by the UKFPO titled “Beyond the basics: Exploring foundation training pathways and opportunities”. The panel explored the different types of foundation programmes (including SFP and enhance) and how foundation doctors can make the most out of these opportunities. Great for those who will be starting foundation training this year or next year, or continuing foundation training in August, and want some insight and top tips!