SET PROGRAM IN NEUROSURGERY OVERVIEW

 

Regulations Handbook

The SET Program in Neurosurgery Regulations Handbook has been established to provide comprehensive information on the Regulations which govern the SET Program in Neurosurgery. The Regulations encompass the rules, procedures, policies, administrative processes and principles for the control and conduct of the SET Program in Neurosurgery. The Regulations are in accordance with the policies and strategic direction of the College. At times the Regulations may refer directly to a generic College policy. In such instances the policies can be found at www.surgeons.org.

 

Summary of General Training Information

The SET Program is structured on a six year sequential curriculum as follows:

1. One basic neurosurgical foundational year (SET1)
2. Four specialist neurosurgical clinical years (SET2, SET3, SET5 and SET6)
3. One research year (SET4)

The SET Program duration may be decreased or increased in accordance with the Regulations. Recognition of Prior Learning may be available in accordance with the Regulations.

 

Program Administration and Governance

Section 1 of the Regulations Handbook provides an overview of the SET Program. The Section includes:

 

1. Overview of the SET Program in Neurosurgery
2. Overview of the Regulations for the SET Program in Neurosurgery
3. Terminology
4. Duration and Structure
5. Registration and Training Fees
6. Leave
7. Deferment and Interruption
8. Part Time Training
9. Completion of the SET Program
10. Grievance and Appeal Process

 

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