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Study leave for DF2s| | FAQs|
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DF2 Study Days
Each month the Dental Foundation Year Two doctors attend a Study Day which usually takes place in the George Pickering Education Centre. The programme for the day is sent out to the DF2s approximately a week beforehand.
How much money do I get, and how many study days am I entitled to?
For your DF2 year, you will receive £350.
You are allocated 30 days' study leave for the 12 month rotation.
Why do I only get £350 when most of my courses are a lot more than this?
Funding for study leave is provided by the Postgraduate Deanery; there is no Trust funding available, and the allocation per doctor is made depending on the amount provided. If additional funds become available during the financial year, the Education Centre, at their discretion, can allocate further funding to those DF2s who need additional expenses. Additional funding will be given retrospectively.
When does my study leave year start from?
The study leave year for DF2 trainees starts in August.
What courses are eligible for study leave?
Generally speaking, all courses, conferences and private studies (for a specific purpose) are potentially eligible for study leave, provided they are relevant for your continued development and approved by your consultant / college tutor. Currently, the District Clinical Tutors are happy to pay for mandatory Trust courses out of the study leave budget. However, this funding will come out of the DF2's study leave allocation for the year and will not be in addition to the allocation.
Costs for membership examinations and associated costs such as travel and accommodation will not be funded.
The Centre does not pay fees associated with academic qualifications such as Masters, however it can pay for other expenses, e.g. travel.
What do I get for travel expenses?
Generally, we approve the cheapest method of travel, which is standard class Public Transport or mileage at 23p per mile, which is the standard NHS rate. DF2s can claim from your base hospital to the destination of your course in the UK. We will not pay for travel overseas.
What expenses can I apply for towards my accommodation?
We award up to £55 a night towards accommodation costs, where appropriate.
Can I apply for food and subsistence costs?
We do not pay food and subsistence.
Can I carry my budget forward?
No you are not able to carry your budget forward.
When do I need to apply?
Ideally, apply at least 4 weeks before the course. We know this is not always possible. At the minimum, we must receive the application before you attend. Retrospective applications will not be accepted.
How long will my application take to process?
Applications, which are correctly completed, are usually processed within 4 weeks of receipt. However should there be a query about your study leave form, this will delay the process. If we are provided with an email address in the application form, the Education Centre will contact you, by email, to confirm that your application has been received.
Who should I contact about my study leave application?
For the receipt of forms, approval of funds, general queries please contact:
Can I appeal if I am not awarded what I have applied for?
Please write to us at the George Pickering Education Centre and outline the full details of the situation in your letter. We will do our best to resolve any queries as quickly as possible.
I am not happy with the way my study leave application has been dealt with, who should I contact?
In the first instance please contact Jessica Wilson.
If you are still not happy, please contact the Education Centre Manager:
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Chantal Vermenitch
George Pickering Education Centre
John Radcliffe Hospital
Headley Way
Headington
Oxford OX3 9DU
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Tel: 01865 221394
Fax: 01865 220651
Email: chantal.vermenitch@ouh.nhs.uk