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The MRCGP -an update

The MRCGP -an update. Dr Rod MacRorie GP, Cape Hill Medical Centre, Smethwick Foundation 2 GP Supervisor Training Programme Director, Sandwell VTS. Developing people for health and healthcare. MRCGP.

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The MRCGP -an update

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  1. The MRCGP -an update Dr Rod MacRorie GP, Cape Hill Medical Centre, Smethwick Foundation 2 GP Supervisor Training Programme Director, Sandwell VTS Developing peoplefor health and healthcare

  2. MRCGP MRCGP is an integrated assessment system, success in which confirms that a doctor has satisfactorily completed specialty training for general practice, and is competent to enter independent practice in the United Kingdom without further supervision. Satisfactory completion of the MRCGP is a pre-requisite for the issue of a certificate of completion of training (CCT) and full Membership of the RCGP. MRCGP complies with General Medical Council (GMC) standards on validity, reliability, feasibility, cost effectiveness, opportunities for feedback and impact on learning. It also follows best practice in assessment, quality assurance and standard-setting. Developing peoplefor health and healthcare

  3. MRCGP components MRCGP comprises three separate components: an Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) a Clinical Skills Assessment (CSA) Workplace Based Assessment (WPBA). Each tests different competences using validated assessment methods Together cover the spectrum of knowledge, skills, behaviours and attitudes defined by the GP Specialty Training curriculum. Developing peoplefor health and healthcare

  4. Applied Knowledge Test The AKT: Is a summative assessment of the knowledge base that underpins independent UK general practice. Tests the application of this knowledge Tests the critical interpretation of information Is mapped to the 2012 Curriculum Each question is intended to explore a topic of which an ordinary GP in the UK could be expected to have a working knowledge. Developing peoplefor health and healthcare

  5. Applied Knowledge Test • A 3-hour, 200-item multiple-choice test • No multiple true/false questions • No negative marking • Delivered on a computer terminal at an invigilated test centre • Offered three times a year: Jan/Feb, April/May, Oct/Nov. Developing peoplefor health and healthcare

  6. Applied Knowledge Test Pass mark = 139/199 (70%) Overall pass rate = 71.6% ST3 first time takers pass rate = 79.4% ST2 first time takers pass rate = 79.3% (This ratio varies in different diets of the AKT taken at different times throughout the training year) Cumulative pass rate for all those who take AKT is approximately 98% after the maximum number of attempts. Developing peoplefor health and healthcare

  7. Some areas that were not answered well(AKT October 2012) • Child health - normal range of developmental milestones, immunisation schedules • Antenatal screening programmes • Controlled drug regulations • Osteoporosis – diagnosis • Diabetes – interpreting diagnostic test results • Dermatology – safe prescribing Developing peoplefor health and healthcare

  8. Common Reference Material • BNF • GMCGood Medical Practice • RCGPEssential Knowledge Updates • NICE guidelines, SIGN guidelines • BMJ Review articles & original papers • BJGP • Cochrane • GP Curriculum 2012, Content guide for the AKT Developing peoplefor health and healthcare

  9. Clinical Skills Assessment a summative assessment of a doctor’s ability to integrate and apply clinical, professional, communication and practical skills appropriate for general practice. simulating a typical NHS surgery clinic assesses a range of scenarios from general practice relevant to most parts of the curriculum which can also target particular aspects of clinical care and expertise. Developing peoplefor health and healthcare

  10. Workplace Based Assessment WPBA evaluates the trainee’s progress in areas of professional practice best tested in the workplace. provides an opportunity for gathering evidence and reflecting on performance evaluates aspects of professional behaviour that are difficult to assess in traditional examinations provides constructive feedback on areas of strength and developmental needs, identifying trainees who may be in difficulty drives learning in important areas of competence determines fitness to progress to the next stage of training WPBA assessments take place throughout GP Specialty Training. Developing peoplefor health and healthcare

  11. VTS sessions Thursday afternoons 2-5pm 4 weeks free Easter, August, Christmas 3 x 8 week terms large group (45, ST1-3), Sandwell MEC Others ‘cluster groups’ (3 x 15, ST1-3), various locations Developing peoplefor health and healthcare

  12. VTS sessions • Trainee led with GP and specialist input • Presentations, case studies, quizzes, role play, demonstrations, interviews, debates, e-learning, visits, audits, discussions, etc, etc. • Curriculum driven • Please come and join in! Developing peoplefor health and healthcare

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