Trainee endoscopists, whatever their background, should ensure their endoscopy training is the same as that for any endoscopist.

The law does not recognise the term “Nurse Endoscopist“ or any other such title, but regards them as nurses, radiographers or others undertaking endoscopy as part of their role. Therefore, any nurse undertaking any GI endoscopy, regardless of title, (e.g. Stoma Care Nurse, Colorectal Practitioner, Nurse Endoscopist), role or previous experience should be trained to the nationally accepted standards, outlined within this and associated documents.

Trainees’ education should be at a level and depth required to support clinical work and patient management.

Trainees should understand it is their responsibility to ensure their training and practice is contemporary, evidence-based and undertaken within national guidelines, including those in this document.

Trainees and independent practitioners should develop processes to ensure continuous audit, professional development, and assessment of practice.

The use of a professional portfolio, including a logbook, is required to confirm learning needs and evidence of adequate training.

Trainees should be registered with JAG at the commencement of their training and will be issued with a certificate acknowledging completion of training.