Accelerated Programme Previous training time Accelerated training time Anaesthetic Assistant (career level 5) ~ 18 months 26 weeks Surgical First Assistant (career level 5 to 6) ~ 12-18 months 34 weeks Foundations of Perioperative Practice (career level 5) ~12-18 months 31 weeks In 2022, we launched the National Endoscopy Training Programme, 120 endoscopists have the opportunity to attend upskilling courses, non-technical courses and immersion training.