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FAQs

Theory FAQ's

I am a Course Director for STI Foundation Theory Course and I ran my last course in 2020. Do I need to undertake an updated course in order to organise another? Expand

No refresher is required but we suggest you read the Course Director handbook/manual first to get up to date with the new format.

Some delegates ask for PDF copies of slides from the presentation – Can I send them? Expand

It is some time since I attended a STIF Theory Course, and I need to start a STIF Competency Training/Assessment pathway. Do I need to reattend a STIF course? Expand

This depends on how long it is since you attended and what your clinical role has been since then. We may request confirmation from your Principal/Registered Trainer to confirm that you have the appropriate knowledge and experience.

Is there a cancellation policy for STIF Theory? Expand

BASHH/STIF do not charge for cancellation. Any local fees are the responsibility of the local organsier.

So the policy is determined by the local centre.

Is the STI Foundation Theory Course accredited for CPD? Expand

We don't seek any external accreditation for STI Foundation Courses. BASHH accreditation alone is sufficient. People who attend can present their certificate of attendance as evidence of CPD for appraisals (etc.) as 'External CPD'

Competency FAQ's

How many hours are involved in the e-learning for STI Foundation Competency Training/Assessment pathways? Expand

This varies according to the individual pathway you are following. STIF Intermediate Competency e-learning takes most people between 30 and 50 hours. However, we encourage trainees to take time and reflect on their learning; sessions which are recorded as being done in a short time may need to be repeated.

How do I link my e-Portfolio account to elfh account? Expand

Please see video to help - https://www.youtube.com/@NHSePortfolios_org/videos

How do I rate on e-Portfolio as a trainer? Expand

Please see the attach PDF and video to help -

Rating the Curriculum

https://www.youtube.com/@NHSePortfolios_org/videos

 

How/Where can I apply for an extension? Expand

Please go to Help > Information on your e-Portfolio and complete the form.

Can I apply for an extension after my due date? Expand

Please note that we have to charge a fee to cover the additional access to the e-portfolio.

Why do STI Foundation Competency Portfolios get returned for correction? Expand

The most common reasons are:

  • Assessments are missing
  • Meetings between Trainee and Principal Trainer have not been recorded
  • The final signoff of the portfolio has not been completed by the trainee
  • The patient feedback has not been uploaded to the ‘personal library’
  • E-learning specified in the curriculum has not been completed
  • The eLfH record has not been linked to the e-Portfolio

Any portfolio which is deemed to be incomplete on second submission is very likely to be failed.

Unfortunately, portfolios which are incomplete on first submission cannot be considered for any Academic credits with any participating Universities.

The latest handbook and flowchart are both available within the e-portfolio. Please double check everything against this before you resubmit and ask your trainer for help if necessary

Can I commence on to Advanced Competency Training without revalidating my Intermediate Certificate? Expand

You have to revalidate your Intermediate Competency, before you commence on the Advanced Competency.

 

How do I apply for an extension? Expand

You can apply for an extension via your e-Portfolio under 'Supervisions'.

There is one form for you and one form for your trainer. Once they have both been completed please email stif@bashh.org to let the secretariat know.

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