HTS Equivalence Route Application form

Proposed location for exams (if different from contact address above)

• How  you have developed your clinical knowledge over time such that it is now at or above the requirements for the module as outlined in the module specification. This must be no more than 1 side of A4. You might outline courses you have attended, self study, tutorials, attending journal clubs, CPD etc. This might include training in literature searching and critical appraisal.  This summary should give the timeline of you acquiring and maintaining this level of knowledge.
• How you have developed your clinical skills over time such that it is now at or above the requirements for the module as outlined in the module specification. This should be no more than one side of A4. This should detail how, when and where you gained your clinical training, who supervised you and if records of this training were kept etc.
• A case study, which demonstrates your ability to critically reflect and also includes reference to the evidence base to justify the decisions made. This should be no more than 2 sides of A4.
• A letter from your line manager supporting your application and also agreeing you meet the criteria. This does not need to be detailed and can reference the other evidence you have submitted.

I confirm the following:

1. The information on this form is correct to the best of my knowledge
2. I am submitting the four documents listed above with this application
3. I have a minimum of five years post qualifying experience in paediatric assessment in the 6 months - 4 year age group or I understand that individuals with less experience will be considered by the committee on an individual basis and I have added my justification above
4. I have read and am familiar with the HTS regulations, HTS handbook and module specification
5. I am aware I will be examined against the current learning outcomes and to the same standard of a full HTS candidate.  This includes the viva section of the clinical examination which assesses the theoretical knowledge requirements detailed in the module specifications.
6. I have up to date skills and knowledge in line with the module specification to include theoretical knowledge, part a procedures and part b clinical competencies, and to provide evidence of this in the
7. I understand this examination is at M-level and have correct expectations
8. I take responsibility for organising the exam as outlined in the handbook and regulations if the exam is to be hosted in their home department. If demand is high, exams may be centre based, so members need to be prepared to travel.
9. I am aware I have to pay the registration fee to have my application assessed. If I wish for my employer to be invoiced I have entered the details in the payment box. If paying for this myself I am aware I will be invoiced by the BAA.
10. I am aware that once the registration fee has been paid, I will have a viva with two members of the HTS committee, to check I am suitable for examination. This will involve discussing the case study I submit and discussing expectations of the exam (organisation and level of competence required.
11. I am aware that if I am successful at the viva I will I will receive an invoice for the exam fee.  Payment will need to be received within 30 days or in advance of the exam, whichever is the sooner, and if not, examination cannot go ahead.
12. I am aware that the current fees are given on the BAA website. These are subject to review and may increase on 1^st April each year. I am aware the fee I am charged will be the fee advertised on the date the application was received for the registration fee and the data of the viva for the examination fee.

I understand the information I submit on this form will be held confidentially by BAA and used to communicate with you and in the running and monitoring of the HTS scheme.