The MTI is a scheme which allows international medical graduates who are in specialty training from low income and low-middle income countries to train in the UK health system while providing an important service for a period of 24 months. Through this scheme trainees are able to gain experience in their chosen field before returning to their countries of origin.

As this scheme is for a limited period of time, it is suitable for individuals who are looking for the experience of training in the UK health system without necessarily thinking about settling in the UK for the long-term, although this is an option after completing the scheme.

It is important to note that each royal college runs their individual MTI process and the trainee is required to make an application to the relevant college. For example a psychiatry trainee makes an application to the Royal college of psychiatrist while a medical trainee makes an application to the Royal college of physicians. The list of the participating royal colleges can be found here.

Steps to applying to the MTI scheme

Click here (https://theukimg.co.uk/the-medical-training-initiative-mti/) to learn more about the steps you need to take to join the MTI scheme.