Specialist GP Certification Process Information Caroline

CESR – two different assessments n CESR in a CCT specialty (previously article 14(4)) n CESR in a non-CCT specialty (previously article 14(5))

The minimum requirements Doctors must first meet the minimum requirements in order to be assessed under the CESR route. For CESR applicants: A doctor must have either a specialist qualification and or specialist training in the CCT specialty in which they apply. Specialist training must be a continuous period of at least six months in the applicants CCT specialty.

The standards for CESR in a non CCT specialty Applicants who apply under this route must satisfy the GMC that their specialist training and/or specialist qualifications obtained overseas in a non-CCT specialty, considered together with their specialist experience (wherever obtained) give them “a level of knowledge and skill consistent with practice as a consultant in the National Health Service. ”

Preparing the application

Application Process Pre-application:

CCT Curricula

Important tips for applicants Look at the SSG, if some of the evidence is not available to you, perhaps consider delaying the application until it is? Choose your referees carefully, they need to comment on your clinical competence and ensure you gain their consent before they are sent the form by the GMC. Re-draft a new CV written in light of the application process, submitting a CV that does not contain the required information will delay your application.

The evidence Primary Evidence i. e. case histories, appraisals Secondary Evidence i. e. structured reports, testimonials Advise applicants to concentrate on the last 5 years. If areas of the curriculum not demonstrated may need to look at earlier evidence to demonstrate the depth and breadth of curriculum requirements

Primary evidence

Primary evidence continued

Secondary evidence < Structured reports (request 6 referees) < Testimonials from colleagues All of the above evidence, both primary and secondary has to be validated or authenticated in order to be acceptable.

How much evidence should be submited An application should fit into ONE foolscap box and be in the following proportions

Application Process Vast majority of applications are sent to relevant Medical Royal College or Faculty College undertake an evaluation and send a recommendation to the GMC consider College recommendation and ensure that it fulfils the relevant standard Submit some cases to Panels or seek further information from Specialist Partners

Statistics to date Received just under 3, 747 CESR applications:

How is evidence assessed? The evidence is assessed against the GMC’s Good Medical Practice four domains: n n Knowledge, skills and performance Safety and quality Communication, partnership and teamwork Maintaining trust This guide can be found on the GMC’s website

Application Process Vast majority of applications are sent to relevant Medical Royal College or Faculty College undertake an evaluation and send a recommendation to the GMC consider College recommendation and ensure that it fulfils the relevant standard Submit some cases to Panels or seek further information from Specialist Partners

Application Process GMC issue a decision:

How much will it cost? CESR Application: £ 1, 600 Lower fee of £ 645 for applications resubmitted with additional documentary evidence within three years Review fee: £ 645 Appeal fee Oral: £ 2, 250 Written: £ 1, 500