ISFE Paediatrics Part A | Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow

Overview

Part A of the Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Examination in Paediatric Dentistry is a written assessment designed to evaluate your advanced knowledge of paediatric dental care, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and managing complex clinical scenarios. It confirms the level of understanding required to progress toward independent consultant-level practice and eligibility for fellowship.

The College acts as the Secretariat of the Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Examinations Boards in Dental Specialties and is responsible for the professional conduct of the examinations on behalf of the Faculties of Dental Surgery of the:

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
Royal College of Surgeons of England
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Sit your exam with us

By sitting your ISFE Paediatric Dentistry examinations through the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, you’ll gain expert support and valued professional benefits.

Dedicated candidate support

Dedicated guidance from our specialist examinations team
Professional administration of the exam on behalf of all UK and Irish Royal College

Recognition of consultant level practice

Award of the fellowship demonstrates consultant-level knowledge and experience
Use of the prestigious post-nominal indicating expertise in Paediatrics

Career advancement

Validates your readiness for independent consultant practice
Eligibility to join the College as a Fellow and access further professional opportunities

Diploma of Fellowship

Award of the Diploma of Fellowship in a specific specialty indicates that a candidate has attained the knowledge and experience, as well as satisfied the necessary training programme requirements, to proceed to independent practice as a consultant within their specialty.

Successful candidates affiliate to one of the partner Colleges once they have met all requirements: information on affiliation is available from each of the partner Colleges.

Content

Location: Online
Examination date: 22 August 2025
Fees: £695

The exam on 22 August is closed for applications. Further information on future exam diets will be published on this page in due course.

To sit Part A of the ISFE in Paediatric Dentistry, you must:

Have successfully passed Part A of the ISFE in Paediatric Dentistry
Be enrolled in a recognised UK or Irish specialty training programme in Paediatric Dentistry, approved by the General Dental Council (GDC) or the Dental Council of Ireland
Have completed the appropriate amount of full-time equivalent specialty training, as outlined in the current examination regulations
Obtain formal approval from your postgraduate dental dean or training programme director
Submit all required documentation and meet the application deadlines set by the Intercollegiate Board

Log in or create an account
Access the College’s secure examinations portal through the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.
Complete the application form
Enter your personal details and confirm your eligibility for Part A.
Upload supporting documents
Provide all required documentation, including confirmation of enrolment in a recognised UK or Irish specialty training programme.
Pay the exam fee
Secure your place by submitting payment through the College’s online portal.
Receive confirmation
Once your application is approved, you’ll receive a confirmation email with exam details and joining instructions.

Documentation

Before applying for this examination, ensure you have read and understood the documentation and regulations below. Some of these documents may have changed since the last time you read them.