Useful Links

There is a whole host of information online for trainee doctors in Ireland. We have listed the most important on this page, however you should consider your location, stage of training, and specialty to find other relevant sources of advice online.

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News from National Doctors Training and Planning (NDTP)

The National Doctors Training and Planning (NDTP) news page contains updates relating to its work, medical education, and doctor training.

NDTP News

News from the Forum

The Forum of Irish Postgraduate Medical Training Bodies (often referred to as the Forum) is an umbrella organisation representing the various postgraduate medical training bodies or colleges in Ireland. Visit this link to learn about the Forum’s news and upcoming events.

The Forum News

Other useful websites

A range of practical information about living and working in Ireland.

View and apply for medical consultant roles in Ireland.

Housing listings website for houses and apartments available to rent in Ireland.

The department that issues work permits.

The department that issues visas.

Access all areas of Irish government information.

The main site of the Health Service Executive.

The Houses of the Oireachtas is the legislature of Ireland, consisting of the President of Ireland and two chambers: Dáil Éireann (the House of Representatives) and Seanad Éireann (the Senate).

Access a range of online resources or find your nearest HSE library.

The HSE’s online learning and development portal (hand hygiene, open disclosure, etc.).

The immigration website of the Irish Department of Justice.

Apply for or update your Medical Council registration.

Housing website listings for houses or apartments available to rent in Ireland.

If you need to consult a GP yourself, the National GP Directory for NCHDs lists the general practitioner (GP) doctors willing to take on NCHDs relocating within Ireland or coming to Ireland from abroad. NCHDs seeking a copy of the list can now make contact via: www.irishcollegeofgps.ie/Contact-Us

Information about training funds (TSS/CCERS), Lead NCHD Programme, National Employment Record (NER), and scholarships, etc.

Create or login to your NER account.

Support for health professionals in Ireland who may have mental health issues such as stress, anxiety, or burnout or who may have a substance misuse problem.

Open roles in the Irish public sector.

Housing listings website for houses and apartments available to rent in Ireland.

A Revenue myAccount allows you to manage PRSI and USC charges and view your tax payments, tax credits, etc.

Encourages and empowers healthcare workers to develop and implement new ideas with the potential to improve the services in which they work.