The ‘MRCPCH question writing tutorial’ has been designed for College members who are interested in participating in question writing for the theory examinations in Foundation of Practice (FOP), Theory of Science (TAS) and Applied Knowledge in Practice (AKP). It provides an overview of current theory assessment principles and good practices. It also introduces key areas in item (question) development, ensuring the examinations is assessing at the correct level of training and is a valid form of assessment, therefore allowing the examinations to be set at a high standard.

It is essential to work through the tutorial before attending your first question writing day, this will allow for a better understanding and you will be able to familiarise yourself with the RCPCH question writing process.